A cattle station will be turned into a vital wetlands habitat and form part of an expanded national park, helping to protect endangered species, reduce nutrient runoff and improve environmental resilience across the Murray Mouth.

A major upgrade to the Patawalonga Lake System’s south gates is complete, helping to maintain a healthy environment for marine life and support recreational activities along the lake.

Leading environmental and water lawyer Dr Emma Carmody has been appointed the new Commissioner for the River Murray in South Australia – bringing her wealth of knowledge to the role and becoming a strong advocate for SA on the national stage.

Significant upgrades to a vital watercourse at Renmark are now complete, resulting in improved natural water flows, better conditions for native fish and other species, and greater recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.

As part of the Department for Environment and Water’s SA Constraints Measures project, 4 River Murray surface water monitoring stations have been identified for upgrades that will enable them to better withstand enhanced environmental flow events.

The $17 million Shorebird and Wetland Habitat (SaWH) program came into land in late October, as the project team joined with delivery partners to launch working groups in Milang and Mt Gambier.

River Murray wetlands and floodplains are benefiting from a much-needed drink, with water for the environment currently being delivered to 3 sites.

The Department for Environment and Water’s (DEW) South Australia Constraints Measures project is collaborating with Berri Barmera Council on an innovative project that will combine environmental health measures with infrastructure along Lyrup Road in Monash.

A $7.6 million project to improve the quality and availability of shorebird wetland habitat at Tolderol Game Reserve in South Australia is now complete, with the site to reopen to visitors.

The State Government has also released new underwater footage captured by the patrol vessel Southern Ranger, which visited sites in the Gulf St Vincent.