We must adapt how we manage Commonwealth water for the environment to meet changing needs of communities and industries, as well as the rivers, wetlands and floodplains of the Murray–Darling Basin.
To help us do this, we rely on advice and support from local organisations, state governments and other delivery partners. Community forums are a great way to get this information.
If you have suggestions about how we should use Commonwealth water for the environment, visit Your suggestions.
Southern Basin Forum – May 2024
The Murray Darling Association is holding its annual Southern Basin Forum on Tuesday 21 May 2024 in Mildura, Victoria.
You'll hear from Basin experts and leaders and representative from the agriculture, horticulture, government and irrigation sectors.
Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth Community Advisory Panel
A community group that helps government make decisions around water for the environment at the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth.
Edward Kolety-Wakool Environmental Water Reference Group
The Reference Group helps develop and guide environmental watering in the Edward Kolety–Wakool region.
Gwydir Environmental Water Advisory Group
A community group that helps government make decisions around water for the environment in the Gwydir region.
Lachlan Environmental Water Advisory Group
A community group that brings together the local knowledge and expertise of interested community and government organisations to advise on the management of environmental water.
Macquarie Cudgegong Environmental Water Advisory Group
A community group that provides advice on planning, management and monitoring of water for the environment in the mid and lower Macquarie valley.
Murray-Lower Darling Environmental Water Advisory Group
A community group that provides advice on planning, management and monitoring of water for the environment in the NSW Murray and lower Darling valleys.
Murrumbidgee Environmental Water Advisory Group
A community group that provides advice on planning, management and monitoring of water for the environment in the mid and lower Murrumbidgee valley.
Northern Basin Environmental Watering Group (NBEWG)
The NBEWG helps coordinate the planning and delivery of water in the northern Murray–Darling Basin.
Southern Connected Basin Environmental Watering Committee (SCBEWC)
The SCBEWC helps coordinate the delivery of water for the environment in the Southern Connected Basin, particularly in the River Murray system.
Environmental Water Committee
The Environmental Water Committee shares information from northern and southern committee to the Basin Officials Committee.