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Rangers Patty Stewart, Jermaine Dixon and Dion Wait and scientist Andrew Hall inspecting the equipment prior to the survey. Source: Chris Sundblom
Murrumbidgee
Native Vegetation
July 7, 2025

Drone Monitoring of Lignum at Gayini: What We’re Learning

In partnership with Nari Nari rangers, scientists are using drone technology to track how flooding patterns impact lignum on the Lowbidgee floodplain. This project blends traditional knowledge and cutting-edge imagery to support smarter water and habitat management.

Professor Andrew Hall
Dr Fleur Stelling
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Tuckerbil - A story by Nella Smith
Murrumbidgee
Species Diversity
June 24, 2025

Stories of Connection: Tuckerbil Wetlands - A story by Nella Smith

This story from Nella Smith shares her deep connection to Tuckerbil Wetlands, a Ramsar-listed site near Leeton that provides vital refuge for rare and migratory birds, including brolga, bitterns and black swans.

Nella Smith
Dr Fleur Stelling
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Image: Glossy ibis in flight (Plegadis falcinellus). Photo credit, Warren Chad
Murrumbidgee
Species Diversity
June 23, 2025

A collection of threatened and migratory species of the Murrumbidgee Valley

A range of threatened species make their home in and around the Murrumbidgee. These include brolgas, Australasian bitterns, southern bell frogs, and many other species. Knowing where these animals live is important. This information guides decisions about where and when to use wa

Dr Fleur Stelling
Ashleigh Pengelly
Professor Skye Wassens
Karunya Prasad
Professor Andrew Hall
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Featured image: Southern bell frog. Credit: Emmalie Sanders.
Murrumbidgee
River Flows and Connectivity
February 4, 2025

2024 – Another Great Year for Southern Bell Frogs: A Success Story in Conservation

Southern bell frogs are making a comeback in the Lower Murrumbidgee floodplain, thanks to targeted conservation efforts and environmental water deliveries.

Dr Fleur Stelling
Professor Skye Wassens
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Featured image: Grinding stone found in cultural survey. Credit: Nari Nari Tribal Council.
Murrumbidgee
Cultural Outcomes
July 29, 2024

Rangers connecting to Country at Gayini Nimmie-Caira

Rangers at Gayini Nimmie-Caira connect to Country, protect endangered species, and share cultural knowledge, fostering a vibrant, thriving ecosystem.

Dr Fleur Stelling
Josh Peisley
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Feature image credit: Emmalie Sanders.
Murrumbidgee
Species Diversity
April 4, 2024

Rakali research in the Murrumbidgee

PhD student Emmalie Sanders studies rakali in the Murrumbidgee, uncovering their habits and habitats to aid conservation efforts for these unique water rats.

Emmalie Sanders
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Murrumbidgee
Species Diversity
April 3, 2024

The water requirements of the endangered Australasian bittern

Scientists use audio recorders to track the elusive Australasian bittern, revealing how water management can boost breeding success in key wetlands.

Professor Skye Wassens
Dr Elizabeth Znidersic
Dr Sarah Talbot
Professor Andrew Hall
Dr Jennifer Spencer
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Roxane Francis and Kate Brandis conducting waterbird surveys at Narran lakes. Source: Lucas James (CEWH).
Murrumbidgee
Waterbirds
January 18, 2024

Waterbird breeding in the Lower Murrumbidgee wetlands

Widespread flooding in 2022-23 triggered massive waterbird breeding events. Discover how environmental water releases ensured chicks' survival and success.

Dr Jennifer Spencer
Dr Kate Brandis
Dr Roxane Francis
Dr Sarah Talbot
Dr Anna Turner
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An Eastern Long-Necked turtle. Image credit: Anna Turner.
Murrumbidgee
Species Diversity
December 14, 2023

Higher diversity of turtle species observed at wetland sites which receive environmental water delivery

Environmental water delivery boosts turtle diversity in Murrumbidgee wetlands, aiding the survival of three unique freshwater species through targeted efforts.

Dr Anna Turner
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A call recorder being set up. Image credit: L. Znidersic.
Murrumbidgee
Waterbirds
July 31, 2023

Investigating the water requirements of the endangered Australasian bittern

In the Lower Murrumbidgee Floodplain, researchers use automated call recorders to study the endangered Australasian bittern's breeding habits.

Dr Sarah Talbot
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Artwork credit: Ashleigh Pengelly.
Murrumbidgee
Cultural Outcomes
June 27, 2023

Closing the Gap: Water Calendars, Aboriginal art and Teapots.

Ashleigh Pengelly's vibrant artworks, inspired by Murrumbidgee wetlands, bridge cultural gaps and bring Indigenous stories into homes through unique designs.

Dr Anna Turner
Ashleigh Pengelly
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Sunrise on a backwater of the Yanco Creek at ‘Broome’, Bundure, NSW. Image credit: Dr. Anna Turner
Murrumbidgee
April 21, 2023

Monitoring, Evaluation and Research in the Yanco Creek System

The Yanco Creek System is a vital waterway supporting native fish, frogs, turtles and waterbirds. Researchers monitor its ecological health, tracking species diversity and the impact of environmental flows. Learn how conservation efforts help sustain this unique aquatic habitat.

Dr Anna Turner
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Webinars

Species conservation in the age of uncertainty

Species conservation in the age of uncertainty

Globally, freshwater vertebrates are declining rapidly, four times faster than their terrestrial counterparts, due to threats like habitat loss and invasive species. This presentation will discuss the challenges faced by threatened species in managed floodplains and explore the potential of environmental water management in conservation efforts.

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Artwork credit: Wiradjuri Artist Rebecca Salcole
Acknowledgement of Country

The Flow-MER Program team acknowledges the First Nations communities of the Murray–Darling Basin and pays respect to Elders past and present.

We acknowledge First Nations people as the Traditional Owners of the land, water and sky Country across the Basin and value the expertise, wisdom and enduring connections that have informed their care for Country over millennia.

We recognise the intrinsic connection of First Nations people to Country, and we value the enduring cultural, social, environmental, spiritual, and economic connection to the rivers, wetlands, and floodplains of the Basin. We are committed to working with First Nations people across the Murray–Darling Basin to build relationships in a meaningful and genuine way to support and empower them in reaching their aspirations.

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