Southern Riverina Drought Resilience Plan

Murray River Council, along with Berrigan Shire, Edward River and Federation Councils have worked in partnership to develop and deliver a Regional Drought Resilience Plan for the Southern Riverina area.

The project was jointly funded by the Australian Government and the NSW Government under the Future Drought Fund.

Following adoption of the final Plan in late 2024, the Western Murray Land Improvement Group (WMLIG) has been directly appointed to lead its implementation, building on their central role in the development of the plan and draft implementation strategy.

Led by Berrigan Shire Council and guided by a Project Control Group, the implementation program represents a proactive and collaborative response to the increasing climate challenges faced across the region. Murray River Council will continue to play a key role in local engagement and delivery, ensuring the outcomes remain community-driven and regionally relevant.