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Tweed Area Water Sharing Plan on public display

1 November 2022

The NSW Government invites community feedback on the draft Water Sharing Plan for the Tweed River Area.

Have a say on the Richmond River Water Sharing Plan

21 October 2022

The NSW Government is welcoming feedback on the draft Richmond River Area Water Sharing Plan, a framework that provides for more equitable and sustainable water use in the region over the next decade.

Bega Area Water Sharing Plan open for feedback

13 July 2022

Residents, water users and stakeholders are invited to have their say on the draft Water Sharing Plan for the Bega region.

New water allocations reflect record rainfall in recent months

1 July 2022

The opening water allocations for NSW licenced water users reflect the significant turnaround from drought conditions to an abundance of water across the state.

Metro water sharing plans open for feedback

30 June 2022

The NSW Government is inviting the community to have their say on two draft replacement water sharing plans for Greater Sydney.

Towamba water sharing plan open for feedback

10 May 2022

The NSW Government is seeking feedback from water users and other key stakeholders on the new draft Towamba water sharing plan.

ABC 4 Corners program

24 July 2017

The NSW Government is committed to the sustainable and equitable management of the State’s water resources, including strong and effective compliance.