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Flows in the River Murray system vary widely depending on a range of factors, including rainfall, inflows, evaporation, and demands for water from all users.

Goulburn–Broken communities will continue to have the opportunity to share their diverse opinions and knowledge on Basin issues and opportunities.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) met on 18 and 19 March 2025.

Transfers from Dartmouth Dam to Hume Dam are expected to continue throughout March and the coming months if conditions remain dry.

A summary of potential threats to water quality in the Murray–Darling Basin's waterways.

​Assessing the status of native fish populations across the Murray–Darling Basin is a foundational action of the Native Fish Recovery Strategy. ​To assess native fish populations, the MDBA engaged independent scientists to undertake the Native Fish Status Assessment 2023. ​This assessment was the first comprehensive examination of all native fish, crayfish and mussel species across the whole of the Murray–Darling Basin.

The calculation of state shares includes the shares (volumes) that each state holds in MDBA storage at the end of the month. The calculation includes volume stored and the remaining 'airspace' or volume left in storage for each state.

New research investigates future habitat for water based animals and plants in the Murray–Darling Basin.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) recognises the potential opportunities of using AI to achieve a healthy working Basin for the benefit of generations of Australians.