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Communities along the River Murray in New South Wales and Victoria are advised to expect variable flows during spring and to consider adjusting their activities, pumps and moorings accordingly.

Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) staff are in Shepparton today as part of a series of southern Basin information sessions to provide an update on the Basin Plan.

Weir pool levels will vary over the coming year. Landholders and river users along the River Murray are reminded to take into account changes to weir pool levels, and to adjust their activities, pumps and moorings accordingly. Boat owners should also note they are responsible for the safety of their vessels.

Capitalising on the wettest conditions for years to support native fish, waterbirds, native vegetation and river flows in the Basin are a key focus for watering priorities in 2017–18.

Trading of water from above the Barmah Choke to below the choke will continue to be restricted in the 2017–18 water year.

The Murray–Darling Basin Ministerial Council met in Canberra today to progress implementation of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.

Local communities and visitors to the River Murray downstream of Hume Dam and Yarrawonga are advised that flows and river heights are likely to remain steady over the Easter weekend.

WaterNSW manages the Menindee lakes system to supply licensed customers including Essential Water and Lower Darling landholders, as well as ensuring water security for the region.

The Murray–Darling Basin has more than 30,000 wetlands — 16 of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, which are fundamental to the health and viability of the whole basin.

Landholders and river users, including pumpers, on the Mitta Mitta River are advised to take into account forecast releases of water from Dartmouth Dam and make any necessary adjustment to their river activities.