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Final regional water strategies

Western Regional Water Strategy

A 20-year strategy to improve the security and certainty of our water resources in the western region.

The sun rising over the scenic Darling River, Bourke.

About the Strategy

Secure, reliable and resilient water sources are critical to regional communities in NSW. The best and latest climate evidence, along with a wide range of tools and solutions, has been used to chart a progressive journey for our water needs for the next 20 years and beyond.

We have prioritised 20 actions that can help to improve the Western’s readiness to adapt to a more variable climate.

Summary of actions for the Western Regional Water Strategy
Summary of the strategy actions

How the strategy was developed

To develop this strategy, the NSW Government undertook significant research, analysis and consultation with industry, communities, and water managers. The department sought input for the development of the strategy through a range of targeted engagement sessions and a round of public exhibition.

Document library and past engagement

Connectivity

The NSW Government has made a number of changes to improve water flowing across connected systems at important times. We have a plan to continue this work and support communities across all of NSW. A summary of the plan to improve water flowing across connected systems at important times and evidence that sits behind it is available in the following video and powerpoint presentation (PDF, 2100.46 KB).

Monitoring and reporting

The strategy is designed to respond to changing circumstances. We will undertake a formal review of the strategy at least every 5 years or in response to significant changing conditions and government priorities.

Each year, we will report on our progress in implementing the strategy actions. This will provide transparency to the community, and allow us to show what we have achieved and what we will deliver in the future.

Regional water strategies process
Regional water strategies process