INVITATION TO MAKE A SUBMISSION ON THE REVIEW OF THE BASIN PLAN
Section 51 of the Water Act 2007 (Cth)
The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) is conducting a review of the Basin Plan 2012 (the Basin Plan) and invites submissions from members of the public.
Submissions may be made during the 12-week consultation period running from 5 February 2026 until 5pm AEST on 1 May 2026. Submissions must be received by 5pm AEST, 1 May 2026.
Submissions can be made online (preferred), sent by email or by post.
Online: www.getinvolved.mdba.gov.au/2026basinplanreview
Email: BPRsubmissions@mdba.gov.au
Postal address: Basin Plan Review submissions
Murray–Darling Basin Authority
GPO Box 1801
Canberra, ACT 2601
Where submissions are lodged by email or by post, make sure to download, complete and attach a submission template which is available at www.getinvolved.mdba.gov.au/2026basinplanreview.
Supporting information
The MDBA has prepared a Discussion Paper that sets out the issues to be addressed in the review, outlining water management issues and opportunities relevant to the Murray–Darling Basin.
Submissions may be provided on any matters related to the review, and feedback is sought on the issues and options addressed in the Discussion Paper. The Discussion Paper and supporting material: www.getinvolved.mdba.gov.au/2026basinplanreview.
Publication
Submissions, including personal information, received by the MDBA will be published on the MDBA’s website unless you request that your submission (or a particular part of your submission) is treated confidentially.
For information and assistance
For help completing a submission or more information, please call 1800 230 067.
For information about how the MDBA will handle personal information within, or provided in relation to, a submission, please go to www.getinvolved.mdba.gov.au/2026basinplanreview.
Andrew McConville
Chief Executive Officer
Murray–Darling Basin Authority
5 February 2026