Talking Water - Tuesday 18 August 2026
This week's contents
Operations
- Apply to remove Deemed Usage
- Talking Water Data
Business
- Drone Demonstration & Info Session
- Restoring Murray Waterways
Industry
- Riverina Sheep & Wool Expo
- Farmers Helping Farmers Conference
- Latest NSW DCCEEW Water Allocation Statement
Community
- 'Just a Farmer' free community film screening - Tocumwal
- Pretty Pine Father's Day Expo & Market
- National Wattle Day Celebration - Blake Botanic Reserve
Operational Update
Apply to remove Deemed Usage
If you are not planning to use your Stock & Domestic pipe outlet this season, you can apply to reverse the 2ML of usage.
Click on the button below to download an application form.
The fee is $77.68 per pipe, and applications are due by 5.00pm Friday 25 September 2026.
Please note that Murray Irrigation conducts an audit during the season to confirm the pipe is not used.
Talking Water live data
Live data for Murray Irrigation water delivery, channel flow, Water Exchange temporary trade and DCCEEW water allocations is available on our Talking Water
Data webpage below.
To see the latest data for Murray system storages and rivers, including dam heights, visit the Murray Darling Basin Authority's River data page.
Additional resources
MDBA weekly report
NSW Water allocation statements
Rainfall and evaporation
Barmah Narrows trade balance
The information and data provided in Talking Water is for general reference purposes only. We take best endeavours to ensure accuracy.
Business News
Murray Irrigation Drone Demonstration & Info Session
Don't forget about Murray Irrigation's upcoming Drone Demonstration and Information Session.
When: Friday 21 August
Where: Kerr's Farm, Finley
Time: 9.30am – 11.00am (morning tea included)
Learn from Rotex Australia how drones are being used in agriculture for spraying, mapping and crop monitoring.
Sefton Agronomics will also cover the benefits and limitations of drone technology, and how it can improve efficiency, accuracy and labour savings in everyday farming operations.
If you have any questions, please contact the Customer Experience Team on 1300 138 265 or email customersupport@murrayirrigation.com.au
Restoring Murray Waterways
A few weeks back we shared details of the Australian Government's commitment to funding the next stage of Murray Irrigation's Restoring Murray Waterways (RMW) environmental watering project.
The below article provides further information and background to this significant Company initiative.
Industry News
Riverina Sheep & Wool Expo
The Riverina Sheep & Wool Expo is taking place next Wednesday 26 August at the Conargo Sportsground from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
This premier one-day event features regional Merino stud displays, trade exhibits, and industry expert speakers.
Whether you are a local producer or an industry professional, this expo is your gateway to the latest advancements in sheep and wool production.
Farmers Helping Farmers Conference
Helping Australian farmers solve real-time and real-world challenges is the focus of this upcoming conference.
Participants will get to hear from leading Australian farmers, agronomists, soil scientists, nutritionists and systems thinkers. Be prepared for robust and thought-provoking discussions!
When: 2-3 September 2026
Where: Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort
Cost: $625 (VicNoTill members receive a discount)
Latest DCCEEW Water Allocation Statement
The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) announced yesterday (17 August) a 3% increase for NSW Murray General Security water entitlements.
This brings the allocation total for the 2026-27 season to 15%.
You can read the full announcement below.
Subscribe to DCCEEW's updates by email and download its announcements here.
Community News
'Just a Farmer' free community film screening - Tocumwal
The Southern Riverina Wellness Collaborative is bringing the award winning Australian film Just A Farmer to Tocumwal, along with its creator, Leila McDougall, for a special screening and Q&A.
This event is free for everyone in the community to attend, offering a chance to connect, reflect, and spark life-saving conversations about resilience and hope.
Pretty Pine Father's Day Expo & Market
The ever popular Pretty Pine Father's Day Expo & Market is back again, taking place on Sunday 6 September at the Pretty Pine Recreation Reserve.
Enjoy this festive family day out, complete with food, stalls and entertainment.
National Wattle Day celebration
Join the Deniliquin Kolety Lagoons Landcare Group for a National Wattle Day Celebration on Sunday 13 September.
A lovely morning has been planned, with the wattle set to be in full bloom.
