Talking Water - Tuesday 7 May, 2024

This week's contents

Operations

• 2024 Winter Operations - Guaranteed dates
• Water in customer accounts as of 1 May
• End of season trade and water allocation accounts
• Water Delivery Performance
• Talking Water data 

Business

• Community Sponsorship Program applications now open

Industry

• On Farm Water Management Workshop - Savernake
• 2024 River Reflections Conference 

2024 Winter Operations - Guaranteed dates

The following guaranteed water delivery dates and water availability for the upcoming Winter Operations period were released last Thursday 2 May: 



After the guaranteed delivery dates, maintenance areas will be drained in accordance with the principles in our Season Operating Plan.

When completed, customers will not have access to water, including stock and domestic, over the winter period. 



After the guaranteed delivery dates, access to water, including stock and domestic water, is subject to the available water in your channel section in non-maintenance areas. 

Please be reminded that all new orders after the guaranteed dates are subject to a four-day order notice period. 

End of season trade and your water allocation account 

Information on end of 2023-24 season trade, carryover and water allocation accounts is available on our website and in our End of Season Operational Update that was released on 30 April. 

Water Delivery Performance 29/04/2024 – 5/04/2024 

Talking Water data 7/05/2024

All the detailed data for Murray Irrigation allocations, delivery, channel flow and Water Exchange temporary trade is available on our company web page below. 

To see the latest data for Murray system storages and rivers, visit the Murray Darling Basin Authority's River data page. 

Additional resources 

MDBA weekly report
NSW Water allocation statements
Rainfall and evaporation
Barmah Choke trade balance

The information and data provided in Talking Water is for general reference purposes only. We take best endeavours to ensure accuracy. 

Community Sponsorship Program applications now open

We’re inviting local community groups to submit applications for our 2024 Community Sponsorship Program by 3 June.
 
Our annual grants initiative supports a broad range of projects and activities that promote participation, safety and wellbeing within our region.
 
Last year's program supported five community initiatives, including an upgrade at the Wakool Services Club to include a wheelchair accessible toilet facility. It's an inspiring project that will make it easier for people of all abilities to enjoy the community activities and social events the club has to offer. You can read more about the project in our media release here.
 
If you know of a local community group or organisation who might benefit from an injection of funds to help get their project off the ground, please don't hesitate to point them in our direction. 
 
Applications can be downloaded from our company webpage below. 

Industry News

On Farm Water Management Workshop - Savernake 

Learn how to develop a comprehensive plan that covers water storage, supply assessment and demand estimation for livestock and agricultural activities. 
 
Join Riverine Plains on Wednesday May 15 for a hands-on experience where you'll learn all about efficient water usage on your farm.
 
Being drought prepared is about having enough water, where you want it and of good quality.
 
Don't miss this opportunity to network with fellow farmers and enhance your knowledge in water management. 

2024 River Reflections Conference 

Tickets are on sale now for the Murray-Darling Basin Authority's annual water conference.
 
This event is being held in Albury on Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 June.

There is also a free science symposium showcasing the very latest research from around the Basin, hosted by the Murray–Darling Water and Environment Research Program, to wrap up the week on Friday 21 June.