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A review of the relationships between flow and waterbird ecology in the Condamine-Balonne and Barwon-Darling River systems.

The Narran Lakes waterbird research improves our understanding of how flooding in the Narran Lakes affects waterbird breeding events.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has recommended an adjustment of 605 gigalitres (GL) to the Sustainable Diversion Limits in the southern Basin to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, Barnaby Joyce.

The MDBA has analysed water recovery in 41 communities across the southern Murray–Darling Basin as of 31 October 2016 as part of its interim Basin Plan Evaluation and found that water recovery through infrastructure has generated 224 GL in water savings for farmers and the environment.

Murray cod, trout cod and Macquarie perch populations in the Basin are all improving from increased flows and better habitats.

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.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) is today calling for submissions about proposed Basin Plan amendments that are designed to improve the outcomes for communities, the environment and regional economies.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has determined that a change to the Basin Plan will be proposed for public consultation later this year.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority held its scheduled monthly meeting on Thursday, 13 October, 2016, in Canberra with all six Authority members in attendance.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) was established to implement and monitor the Basin Plan — a plan that is about ensuring a healthy and productive river system for future generations.