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All 20 NSW water resource plans lodged

14 February 2023

NSW has made significant progress towards its obligations under the Murray Darling Basin Plan, having  now lodged its final water resource plans to the Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA).

Strategy securing Far North Coast's water future open for feedback

1 November 2022

The draft Far North Coast Regional Water Strategy is on public display, and the community is invited to have its say on shortlisted options to deliver safer, more secure and reliable water for the region over the coming decades.

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, a roadmap ensuring water is being managed fairly and equitably for local communities, industry, and the environment over the

Metro water sharing plans open for feedback

30 June 2022

The NSW Government is inviting the community, water users and other key stakeholders 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.