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Murrumbidgee
Native Fish
June 18, 2026

Tracking Golden Perch in the Lower Murrumbidgee

Eighty-one golden perch have been tagged with acoustic trackers in the Lowbidgee wetlands. Charles Sturt University researchers are now following their movements to uncover when and where they spawn, and how environmental water can best support their recovery.

Dr Anna Turner
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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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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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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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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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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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Murrumbidgee
Ecosystem Diversity
January 10, 2023

A Bit about Bats

In the Yanco Creek system, bat monitoring reveals seven species, highlighting the importance of wetlands for their survival and the role of environmental water.

Christopher Sundblom
Dr Anna Turner
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Murrumbidgee
Cultural Outcomes
June 30, 2022

The role of Totems in conservation, kinship, and spiritual connectivity with the land

"Yindyamarra is a Wiradjuri word that means Respect. Respect the land, the animals, and Mother Earth!"

Dr Anna Turner
Kai McKenzie
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Webinars

Timing of environmental water delivery influences extinction risk for chytrid infected amphibian populations

This work demonstrates how stochastic population models can be successfully used to assist water management decisions by calculating the extinction risk for endangered species under different water management scenarios.

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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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