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In 2018, the Murray–Darling Basin Authority commissioned an independent review by eminent hydrology experts of the risks posed by reduced return flows. This was in response to concerns raised that increases in groundwater sustainable diversion limits and irrigation efficiency projects may lead to reductions in river flow and offset the benefits of surface water recovery for the environment.

Systems and procedures to keep track of water used in the South Australian Riverland are in good shape overall, according to the latest audit by the Murray–Darling Basin Authority of state government water metering practices.

Over recent years there have been significant changes in water use on the River Murray between Barmah and the South Australian border. This study investigates the changes historical data shows over time.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority met on 10 March 2020, less than 24 hours before the first flows made their way from the Darling River into Menindee Lakes.

The Basin-wide environmental watering strategy, first published in 2014 and updated in 2019, builds on the environmental objectives in the Basin Plan.

This graphic summarises releases at Weir 32 (Menindee Lakes) between July 2016 and January 2019. Releases from NSW operations, for environmental water, and when the MDBA has access are highlighted, along with full descriptions of delivery conditions and demands. 

Reports on the ecological needs of low flows and observed flows in the Barwon–Darling.

Complementary measures include a range of non-flow natural resource management activities such as installation of fishways, fish diversion screens, release of the carp herpes virus, investments to address cold water pollution and riparian management activities and habitat restoration. 

The Southern Murray–Darling Basin 2015–16 environmental watering summary provides a high-level overview of watering actions in 2015-16.

This is a technical report by Alluvium Consulting. This report contains advice to the Murray-Darling Basin Authority concerning key ecosystem functions and their water requirements.