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.
Floodwaters revive ephemeral creeks in the Edward/Kolety–Wakool system, creating vital habitats for native species and sparking new ecological research.
Artist Vicki Luke collaborates with scientists to capture the beauty and fragility of Gilgai wetlands and the endangered Sloane’s froglet in her artwork.
In the Goulburn River, scientists measure stream metabolism to ensure environmental flows support vibrant ecosystems, balancing oxygen and nutrients.
Recent floods allow us to explore aquatic food webs, highlighting how river flows and flooding boost productivity and support diverse aquatic life.
Discover how restarting dry rivers can impact water quality, revealing the delicate balance needed to protect native species and their habitats.
Scientists at the University of Canberra use mesocosm experiments to unravel how environmental flows impact food webs, from microbes to fish.
Join Shjarn Winkle's journey through Toorale National Park, exploring its rugged beauty, diverse wildlife, and the importance of environmental monitoring.
Explore how environmental flows boost energy in riverine ecosystems, revealing critical food web pathways and enhancing floodplain habitats.
Environmental water boosts salt export from the Murray River to the Southern Ocean, aiding ecological balance in the Lower Lakes, Coorong, and Murray Mouth.
Floodplain wetlands, rich in nutrients, support diverse species. Researchers explore how environmental flows enhance food quality, benefiting fish and birds.
Scientists model river ecosystems to reveal how altered flows impact fish and bird populations, aiming to boost native species through better water management.
Scientists explore how environmental flows enhance food webs, revealing the intricate connections that support fish and waterbird recruitment.
