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This report presents a stocktake and analysis of completed, current and proposed activities and initiatives which focus on improving longitudinal surface water connectivity across the northern Murray–Darling Basin (the northern Basin) ‘to and through’ Menindee Lakes. Longitudinal connectivity along and between river reaches is critical for maintaining healthy ecosystems and supports a wide range of social, cultural and economic values.

First Nations peoples from across the Murray–Darling came together in Canberra last week to connect, share stories of Caring for Country and to continue the conversation with the Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) as we prepare for the 2026 Basin Plan Review.

Read the transcripts of MDBA Chief Executive Andrew McConville's opening remarks at the First Nations Basin Conversation on Tuesday 10 December 2024.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has reassured communities the storages and weirs are well positioned to meet irrigation, community, and environmental needs this summer.

New case studies highlight the intricate connection and involvement of First Nations in environmental water management

The sustainable use of groundwater is vital to ensuring the health of the Murray–Darling Basin.

Lake Victoria (Tar-Ru) is a naturally occurring shallow freshwater lake approximately 60 kilometres downstream of the Murray–Darling Junction in south–western New South Wales, close to the South Australian and Victorian borders.

Wetlands in Sunraysia could be used as nursery ponds to grow native fish in a 12-month research trial seeking to apply First Nations knowledge and modern fisheries science.

Catch up on the important Cultural discussions from our annual regional water conference, held on Wiradjuri Country earlier this year.

Our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2024 to 2027, demonstrates our formal commitment to reconciliation. It sets out how we will continue contributing to the broader reconciliation journey of all of Australia.