Overview
The Basin Plan is under review. This is the first comprehensive review since the Basin Plan was launched in 2012 and is part of our requirements in the Water Act 2007 (Cth).
This review uses up-to-date evidence and future‑focused science to make recommendations to ensure our water management approach balances the environmental, Cultural, social and economic needs across the Basin for the next 10 years.
Have your say on the Basin Plan Review
You are invited to make a submission to inform the 2026 Basin Plan Review.
The Discussion Paper explores:
initial assessment of sustainable diversion limits
water for the environment
river connectivity in the northern Basin
floodplain and wetland health
native fish decline
water quality
water infrastructure and critical human water needs
regulatory design
improving science and knowledge.
Your contribution will help shape the recommendations in the Basin Plan Review report.