We use monitoring, evaluation and research to assess environmental outcomes and inform adaptive management, using the below indicators that reflect the health of the Basin.
Read more about our Evaluation and Research work here
River Flows and Connectivity
Native Vegetation
Waterbirds
Native Fish
Cultural Outcomes
Species Diversity
Ecosystem Diversity
Food Webs and Water Quality
We work along 10 river systems within the Basin, conducting targeted monitoring and research to understand local ecosystem responses and inform water management practices. The data is also used to help inform Basin Evaluation.
Border, Barwon & Namoi
Darling and Warrego
Goulburn River and Northern Victorian Tributaries
Gwydir
Lachlan
Lower Balonne
Lower Murray and Coorong, Lower Lakes, and Murray Mouth
Macquarie River and Marshes
Mid-Murray
Murrumbidgee
Learn more about the current research projects of the Flow-MER Program.
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Widespread flooding in 2022-23 triggered massive waterbird breeding events. Discover how environmental water releases ensured chicks' survival and success.
Decoding the acronyms of the Murray-Darling Basin's water management programs, this article reveals how coordinated efforts ensure effective environmental water use.
Environmental water delivery boosts turtle diversity in Murrumbidgee wetlands, aiding the survival of three unique freshwater species through targeted efforts.
A dynamic youth group in Lake Cargelligo engages local kids in ecological surveys and outdoor education, fostering a love for nature and science.
Kerrie Saunders, a proud Gomeroi woman, leads efforts in Moree to revive native grains and connect her community with their cultural heritage.
Two First Nations artists transform a building with a mural that celebrates the River Murray's significance and the region's cultural heritage.
Students from Greater Shepparton Secondary College dive into hands-on workshops on the Goulburn River, exploring environmental flows and river health.
In Toorale National Park, a wet year and targeted water management create ideal conditions for diverse duck species to breed and thrive.
Gomeroi Traditional Owner Liz Taylor shares cultural insights with the Flow-MER team, highlighting the Gwydir Warrambools' rich ecological and cultural value.
A surprising find in Booligal: a healthy population of endangered olive perchlet, discovered by ecologists, sparks hope for the species' future.
