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The high-level algal warning (Red Alert) for the lower Murray River has been lifted.
The Red Alert warnings for the lower Murray River downstream from Merbein to Lock 9, and upstream at Mt Dispersion have been lifted.
The red alert level warning (high alert) issued for the lower Murray River has been extended due to the occurrence of dense and persistent surface scums that have been observed over the past few days at Wentworth.
Lower Murray Water (LMW) has lifted the red alert level warning (high alert) for blue-green algae in Lake Cullulleraine.
The Red Alert warnings for the lower Murray River downstream from Merbein to Lock 9, and upstream at Mt Dispersion have been lifted.
The red alert level warning (high alert) issued by WaterNSW for the lower Murray River now covers the reach of river from Mt Dispersion to Lock 9.
The red alert level warning previously issued for the lower Murray River (Red Cliffs to Lock 9) remains current. A new red alert has now been declared for the reach upstream from Red Cliffs to Nangiloc.
Lower Murray Water (LMW) has issued a red alert level warning (high alert) for blue-green algae in Lake Cullulleraine.
The red alert level warning previously issued for the lower Murray River (Red Cliffs to Wentworth) remains current. A new red alert has now been declared for an additional downstream reach from Wentworth to Lock 9 and includes Fort Courage.
The red alert level warning previously issued for the lower Murray River (Red Cliffs to Mildura) remains current. A new red alert has now been declared for a 50 km reach of river immediately downstream, from Mildura to Wentworth.
Victoria’s work to manage salinity is starting to pay off for Mallee irrigators with the annual salinity impact charge on irrigation falling by 24 per cent in 2021, saving irrigators up to $2,500 a year.
The Victorian Government is continuing to lead the way in water compliance and management – strengthening the state’s zero-tolerance approach to water theft to ensure a level playing field for all water users.
Final meter readings into the Victorian Water Register by 5pm Monday 29 June 2020.
2020/2021 season follows the price path, approved by the Essential Services Commission (ESC) in 2018.
Permanent Water Saving Rules as per Lower Murray Water’s Permanent Water Saving Plan will apply until further notice.
The Andrews Labor Government is delivering a level playing field for all water users in northern Victoria, with a renewed focus on compliance.
River Murray communities between Euston and Lock 7 near the South Australian border are advised that flows and river heights are expected to vary over the next two to three weeks.
As part of our response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Lower Murray Water (LMW) is implementing additional precautions.
The Victorian Government is committed to improving water market transparency and making our information more available and accessible than ever before.
With warmer weather approaching soon it’s important for customers to follow the Permanent Water Saving Rules when using water in the garden and at home.
Livestock producers are being encouraged to assess how much on-farm stock water they have and how long it will last as we head into spring and summer.
Board appointments have been announced across the state for Victoria’s water corporations by Minister for Water Lisa Neville.
With warmer weather approaching soon it’s important for customers to follow the Permanent Water Saving Rules when using water in the garden and at home.
The Andrews Labor Government is protecting the environment and water entitlement holders against the negative impacts of increasing water extractions below the Barmah Choke with a new licence review process.
The Board of Lower Murray Water (LMW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Couroupis as its new Managing Director.
Victoria’s water industry will lead Australia with a new renewable energy deal that will slash greenhouse gas emissions and keep Victorian water bills down.
Lower Murray Water will join 12 other leading Victorian water corporations in a new energy joint venture that will help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and maintain affordable water bills for customers.