Biodiversity
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Frogs and other fauna
Particular species require tailored management strategies to promote breeding and create conditions in which they can thrive. -
Native and Introduced fish
Strategies for protecting and rejuvenating native fish species as well as managing introduced pest fish species. -
Vegetation
Particular species require tailored management strategies to promote growth and create conditions in which they can thrive. -
Waterbirds
Particular species require tailored management strategies to promote breeding and create conditions in which they can thrive.
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0What is a healthy river system?
We hear a lot about achieving a ‘healthy river system’ in the Murray–Darling Basin, but what actually is a healthy river system? What does a healthy Murray–Darling Basin look like? A healthy river system is one which supports all competing interests relying on its precious natural resource – water. One that supports the environment such […]
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0Rivers of Carbon: Upper Bidgee River Rehab
“When we paddle along a river we become part of the river, we feel the currents of air and water, we see nature close-up, and we experience a connection that nourishes well-being and fosters action.” Latest update: Learn more about Maccas on the move: spawning success in the Murrumbidgee With connection comes commitment, and the […]
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0A Strategic Approach for Sunshine Coast Catchments
The Sunshine Coast Council is committed to delivering well managed and maintained waterways, while striving to deliver its vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region. Council’s management approach is backed by a strong policy framework and supported by an active and environment-conscious community. Our community recognise the health of the region’s natural waterways and coastal […]
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0Ovens River Demonstration Reach
The Ovens River Demonstration Reach aims to demonstrate the advantages of using multiple management interventions to showcase the cumulative benefits that river rehabilitation can have on native fish populations. The project was initiated in 2007 and is one of several areas selected throughout the Murray-Darling Basin to demonstrate the benefits of using river health management […]
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1Hollands Creek Demonstration Reach
The Hollands Creek Demonstration Reach is nestled within the Tatong Valley in North East Victoria. The Demonstration Reach concept was established under the Murray-Darling Basin Authority’s Native Fish Strategy program 2003-2013. The aim of the Demonstration Reach program is to improve these native fish populations using multiple river rehabilitation actions. Hollands Creek fish community Hollands […]
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0Upper Murrumbidgee Demonstration Reach
Established in 2009, the Upper Murrumbidgee Demonstration Reach (UMDR) is the youngest of the seven in the Basin but has steadily been gaining momentum in the region. Acknowledging that rivers and fish do not recognise linear boundaries, the UMDR was established to span 100 km over two jurisdictions between Bredbo (NSW) and Casuarina Sands (ACT). […]
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0The McCormack Family, 'Red Hill' and 'Mt Henry'
A family vision Farmers: Tom and Perry, James and Natasha McCormack Location: Crookwell, New South Wales Property size: Red Hill 670 hectares, Mt Henry 405 hectares Enterprises: Self-replacing Merino/first cross ewe flock, prime lambs, cattle trading Annual rainfall: 800 millimetres Caring for the land and farming sustainably are key drivers for the McCormack family on […]
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0Katfish Demonstration Reach
Katfish Reach is a community environmental rehabilitation project working for a healthier and more productive aquatic and floodplain ecosystem that everyone can enjoy.
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0Margie Fitzgerald - 'Australind'
Taking a holistic approach Farmer: Margie Fitzpatrick Location: Goulburn, New South Wales Property size: 1500 hectares Enterprises: Self-replacing Merino flock, Angus cattle Annual rainfall: 650 millimetres Taking a holistic approach to managing her Goulburn farm has helped Margie Fitzpatrick focus on creating a sustainable, productive future for her family. Several of Margie’s holistic goals for […]
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0Improving farm dams for livestock also creates habitat hot-spots
Farm dams scatter our landscapes in their thousands and are an essential source of water for farms and for some wildlife. But dams can be so much more! With a few modifications traditional farm dams can provide cool, clean water for stock, increase native biodiversity, improve farm aesthetics and improve landholder wellbeing. Many farm […]