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Goyder Institute’s Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Research Project wins R&D Excellence Award

Following on from the Goyder Institute’s state and national awards last year, the Institute and its partners recently received the Australian Water Association’s (AWA) South Australia Branch Award for R&D Excellence for 2022 for the Institute’s

Goyder Institute’s Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Research Project wins R&D Excellence Award

  • Australian Water Association (AWA), Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
Following on from the Goyder Institute’s state and national awards last year, the Institute and its partners recently received the Australian Water Association’s (AWA) South Australia Branch Award for R&D Excellence for 2022 for the Institute’s

How feasible is a water resource rating system for South Australia?

New research of the Goyder Institute for Water Research has evaluated the potential for developing a sustainability rating system for the management of water resources in South Australia. A team of researchers led by Dr Bethany Cooper of the

How feasible is a water resource rating system for South Australia?

  • Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
New research of the Goyder Institute for Water Research has evaluated the potential for developing a sustainability rating system for the management of water resources in South Australia. A team of researchers led by Dr Bethany Cooper of the

New research project in the South-East kicks off with aerial survey of groundwater

Picture: helicopter with equipment used to carry out the geophysics survey passing over the southern coastline of the South East region (Courtesy: D Williamson) The new research project Adaptation of the South-Eastern drainage system under a changing climate has

New research project in the South-East kicks off with aerial survey of groundwater

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), South East SA, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for the Environment
Picture: helicopter with equipment used to carry out the geophysics survey passing over the southern coastline of the South East region (Courtesy: D Williamson) The new research project Adaptation of the South-Eastern drainage system under a changing climate has

Australian Government announces new Research Hub of the Goyder Institute to support the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region

The Goyder Institute for Water Research will deliver a new water Research Hub in the nationally and internationally important Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region of South Australia. The provision of $8 million of Commonwealth funding was jointly

Australian Government announces new Research Hub of the Goyder Institute to support the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region

  • Climate Resilience, Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
The Goyder Institute for Water Research will deliver a new water Research Hub in the nationally and internationally important Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region of South Australia. The provision of $8 million of Commonwealth funding was jointly

Australian Government announces new Research Hub of the Goyder Institute to support the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region

The Goyder Institute for Water Research will deliver a new water Research Hub in the nationally and internationally important Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region of South Australia. The provision of $8 million of Commonwealth funding was jointly

Australian Government announces new Research Hub of the Goyder Institute to support the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region

  • Climate Resilience, Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
The Goyder Institute for Water Research will deliver a new water Research Hub in the nationally and internationally important Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth region of South Australia. The provision of $8 million of Commonwealth funding was jointly

Chair announcement: Goyder Institute leadership update

Dr Kane Aldridge recently informed the Institute Chair and Board that he will be leaving the Institute in early 2023, with a transition to Watertrust Australia occurring between November to January to ensure an effective handover over

Chair announcement: Goyder Institute leadership update

Dr Kane Aldridge recently informed the Institute Chair and Board that he will be leaving the Institute in early 2023, with a transition to Watertrust Australia occurring between November to January to ensure an effective handover over

Policy changes are needed to better protect environmental water from climate change in the Murray-Darling Basin

With discussions regarding environmental water recovery in the Murray-Darling Basin Plan receiving attention lately, we invited Prof Barry Hart to write an article on the topic, building on his extensive experience in water research and management. Did

Policy changes are needed to better protect environmental water from climate change in the Murray-Darling Basin

  • Climate Resilience, Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
With discussions regarding environmental water recovery in the Murray-Darling Basin Plan receiving attention lately, we invited Prof Barry Hart to write an article on the topic, building on his extensive experience in water research and management. Did

Join us as the Goyder Institute prepares to Sweat4Soap once more

In 2021, Goyder Institute staff ran and walked a total of 151km as part of the Thirst Foundation’s Sweat4Soap campaign led by ultra-marathon runner and water activist Mina Guli. For every kilometre covered, one bar of soap is

Join us as the Goyder Institute prepares to Sweat4Soap once more

  • Goyder Institute News
In 2021, Goyder Institute staff ran and walked a total of 151km as part of the Thirst Foundation’s Sweat4Soap campaign led by ultra-marathon runner and water activist Mina Guli. For every kilometre covered, one bar of soap is

Limestone Coast Landscape Board partners with the Goyder Institute to investigate adaptation of the South-East drainage network

The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the Limestone Coast Landscape Board for a new 2.5 year research project to help build resilience of agriculture and groundwater dependant ecosystems in

Limestone Coast Landscape Board partners with the Goyder Institute to investigate adaptation of the South-East drainage network

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Groundwater, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Managed Aquifer Recharge, Modelling, South East SA, Surface Water, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the Limestone Coast Landscape Board for a new 2.5 year research project to help build resilience of agriculture and groundwater dependant ecosystems in

New videos showcase research to inform the management of the Coorong

Researchers from the Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Trials and Investigations Aquatic Plants and Algae Component undertaking field research in the Coorong South Lagoon, surrounded by mats of filamentous algae (Image: K.J. van Dyjk). Following the conclusion of

New videos showcase research to inform the management of the Coorong

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray-Darling Basin, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Cities and People, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
Researchers from the Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Trials and Investigations Aquatic Plants and Algae Component undertaking field research in the Coorong South Lagoon, surrounded by mats of filamentous algae (Image: K.J. van Dyjk). Following the conclusion of

One Basin CRC takes initial steps towards shaping its research program

Kym Walton (PIRSA-SARDI) presenting at the Loxton Research Centre on 23 & 24 August 2022 Industry, government and research partners of the One Basin CRC have begun to come together to identify the shared challenges to be

One Basin CRC takes initial steps towards shaping its research program

Kym Walton (PIRSA-SARDI) presenting at the Loxton Research Centre on 23 & 24 August 2022 Industry, government and research partners of the One Basin CRC have begun to come together to identify the shared challenges to be

The South Australian Government and Goyder Institute partner to establish a Water Ambassador

The South Australian Department for Environment and Water and the Goyder Institute have partnered to appoint Hon Karlene Maywald as the South Australian Water Ambassador for 2022-2023. This will be an important role for the South

The South Australian Government and Goyder Institute partner to establish a Water Ambassador

  • Climate Resilience, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
The South Australian Department for Environment and Water and the Goyder Institute have partnered to appoint Hon Karlene Maywald as the South Australian Water Ambassador for 2022-2023. This will be an important role for the South

One Basin CRC advances towards establishment with key roles formed

Following the tremendous news regarding the success of the One Basin CRC bid in May 2022, the One Basin CRC Leadership Team and Partners have been busy progressing towards the formal establishment of the CRC entity, its

One Basin CRC advances towards establishment with key roles formed

  • Climate Resilience, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for the Environment
Following the tremendous news regarding the success of the One Basin CRC bid in May 2022, the One Basin CRC Leadership Team and Partners have been busy progressing towards the formal establishment of the CRC entity, its

How feasible is land-based aquaculture in South Australia?

Aquaculture has been widely identified as a key area of primary industries growth globally, nationally and in South Australia (SA). Over the last 30 years it has grown in farm-gate value from about $1 million to

How feasible is land-based aquaculture in South Australia?

  • Economic Development, Eyre Peninsula, Goyder Institute News, Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), Water for Agriculture
Aquaculture has been widely identified as a key area of primary industries growth globally, nationally and in South Australia (SA). Over the last 30 years it has grown in farm-gate value from about $1 million to

Major step towards Institute’s goals achieved as Coorong research concludes

A major research program to provide high-quality, independent research to inform the future management of the Coorong has been successfully delivered by the Goyder Institute. This follows an intensive two years of field and laboratory investigations,

Major step towards Institute’s goals achieved as Coorong research concludes

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
A major research program to provide high-quality, independent research to inform the future management of the Coorong has been successfully delivered by the Goyder Institute. This follows an intensive two years of field and laboratory investigations,

Goyder Institute wins national award for Research Excellence

The Goyder Institute for Water Research Partners were recently announced as winners of the Australian Water Association’s National Award for Research and Development Excellence. The award was for the Institute’s second term research program, reflecting the large,

Goyder Institute wins national award for Research Excellence

  • Australian Water Association (AWA), Climate Action, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Economic Development, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM), Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), SA Water, South Australia, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water Industry News
The Goyder Institute for Water Research Partners were recently announced as winners of the Australian Water Association’s National Award for Research and Development Excellence. The award was for the Institute’s second term research program, reflecting the large,

One Basin CRC to drive a sustainable future for the Murray-Darling Basin

The Goyder Institute for Water Research and its partners will play a leading role in a new multi-million dollar collaborative research program set up to safeguard the environmental and commercial future of the Murray-Darling Basin. A $50

One Basin CRC to drive a sustainable future for the Murray-Darling Basin

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for the Environment
The Goyder Institute for Water Research and its partners will play a leading role in a new multi-million dollar collaborative research program set up to safeguard the environmental and commercial future of the Murray-Darling Basin. A $50

New research project established to explore the feasibility of a water resource rating system

The South Australian Department for Environment and Water has recently commissioned the Goyder Institute for Water Research to investigate the potential to create an environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating system for water resources across the

New research project established to explore the feasibility of a water resource rating system

  • Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, South Australia, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
The South Australian Department for Environment and Water has recently commissioned the Goyder Institute for Water Research to investigate the potential to create an environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating system for water resources across the

Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Program fieldwork wraps up

The Goyder Institute-led Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Phase 1 Trials and Investigations Research Components are wrapping up their intensive field program as the research enters its final stages. The components will be completed by 30 June 2022, with our

Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Program fieldwork wraps up

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
The Goyder Institute-led Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Phase 1 Trials and Investigations Research Components are wrapping up their intensive field program as the research enters its final stages. The components will be completed by 30 June 2022, with our

Goyder Institute research supports $10 million investment to improve shorebird habitat

Waterbirds at Tolderol wetland. Courtesy: Colin Rogers Research undertaken by the Goyder Institute has provided important knowledge for supporting the Australian and South Australian governments’ investment of $10 million to improve the quality and availability of waterbird habitat

Goyder Institute research supports $10 million investment to improve shorebird habitat

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray River, University of Adelaide, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
Waterbirds at Tolderol wetland. Courtesy: Colin Rogers Research undertaken by the Goyder Institute has provided important knowledge for supporting the Australian and South Australian governments’ investment of $10 million to improve the quality and availability of waterbird habitat

Floods and recent climate projections highlight the importance of ongoing water reform

Source: theguardian.com The recent floods in eastern Australia and regional South Australia have served as an unfortunate but important reminder of the devastating impacts that extreme weather events can have on communities. While it’s too early to

Floods and recent climate projections highlight the importance of ongoing water reform

  • Climate Change, Climate Resilience, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Stormwater, Surface Water, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
Source: theguardian.com The recent floods in eastern Australia and regional South Australia have served as an unfortunate but important reminder of the devastating impacts that extreme weather events can have on communities. While it’s too early to

Water Resources Conference at the World Expo in Dubai identifies new international partnership opportunities

Water scarcity is an acute challenge for arid and semi-arid regions around the world that impacts all aspects of sustainable development. As the driest inhabited continent, Australia has developed knowledge and capabilities in many aspects of

Water Resources Conference at the World Expo in Dubai identifies new international partnership opportunities

  • Adelaide, Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Managed Aquifer Recharge, Murray River, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
Water scarcity is an acute challenge for arid and semi-arid regions around the world that impacts all aspects of sustainable development. As the driest inhabited continent, Australia has developed knowledge and capabilities in many aspects of

ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre takes another important step forward

Following the announcement of the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) being shortlisted for the final stage of the current round of CRCs, the bid team recently submitted the stage 2 bid. This is an important milestone for the ONE

ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre takes another important step forward

  • Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
Following the announcement of the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) being shortlisted for the final stage of the current round of CRCs, the bid team recently submitted the stage 2 bid. This is an important milestone for the ONE

New project established to inform future urban water management options for Adelaide

Innovative urban water management will be critical for supporting the liveability of cities throughout the world under future climates. Climate change, population growth, urban expansion and the complexity of urban water management pose significant future challenges

New project established to inform future urban water management options for Adelaide

  • Adelaide, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Managed Aquifer Recharge, SA Water, Stormwater, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Urban Water, Water for Cities and People, Water for the Environment, Water Sensitive Urban Design
Innovative urban water management will be critical for supporting the liveability of cities throughout the world under future climates. Climate change, population growth, urban expansion and the complexity of urban water management pose significant future challenges

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to identify climate adaptation pathways for the Coorong and Lower Lakes region

As reported in August 2021, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its latest report on climate change − highlighting that our climate is changing, with projections for southern Australia including a reduction in mean rainfall, an increase in

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to identify climate adaptation pathways for the Coorong and Lower Lakes region

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
As reported in August 2021, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its latest report on climate change − highlighting that our climate is changing, with projections for southern Australia including a reduction in mean rainfall, an increase in

Running for World Wetlands Day (2 February 2022)

To celebrate World Wetlands Day (2 February 2022) and to help raise awareness of the critical importance of our global wetlands, the Goyder Institute has signed up to take part in the World Wetlands Run between 2-5 February. In

Running for World Wetlands Day (2 February 2022)

  • Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Ramsar Convention, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
To celebrate World Wetlands Day (2 February 2022) and to help raise awareness of the critical importance of our global wetlands, the Goyder Institute has signed up to take part in the World Wetlands Run between 2-5 February. In

2022 shaping up to be an important year

We hope that everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday season. We are all now well and truly ‘back on deck’ after spending some valuable time with family and friends in preparation for what will be

2022 shaping up to be an important year

  • Goyder Institute News, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
We hope that everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday season. We are all now well and truly ‘back on deck’ after spending some valuable time with family and friends in preparation for what will be

Great progress towards our third term goals as 2021 draws to a close

As we approach the end of 2021, we also reach the halfway mark of the third-term of the Institute. And so it is timely to reflect on the Institute’s achievements, which we have done in our 2021

Great progress towards our third term goals as 2021 draws to a close

  • Australian Water Association (AWA), Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray-Darling Basin, SA Water, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
As we approach the end of 2021, we also reach the halfway mark of the third-term of the Institute. And so it is timely to reflect on the Institute’s achievements, which we have done in our 2021

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to restore a functioning Coorong food web

Image: The Food Webs research team sampling fish in the Coorong (Photo credit: Qifeng Ye) Healthy wetland animal populations depend on having both suitable habitat and a functioning food web. The Coorong consists of a diverse range

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to restore a functioning Coorong food web

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
Image: The Food Webs research team sampling fish in the Coorong (Photo credit: Qifeng Ye) Healthy wetland animal populations depend on having both suitable habitat and a functioning food web. The Coorong consists of a diverse range

Welcome news for the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre

The Honourable Melissa Price MP, Minister for Science and Technology recently approved the progression of the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) to the final stage of the current round of CRC applications. ONE Basin was one of

Welcome news for the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Murray-Darling Basin, SA Water, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for the Environment
The Honourable Melissa Price MP, Minister for Science and Technology recently approved the progression of the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) to the final stage of the current round of CRC applications. ONE Basin was one of

Impact of second-term projects continue to ‘flow’

Following the successful completion of the second term of the Goyder Institute as highlighted in our October e-newsletter, the research program continues to have important impacts locally and nationally.  Whilst the second term research program was focussed

Impact of second-term projects continue to ‘flow’

  • Carbon Sequestration, Climate Action, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Economic Development, Environmental Water, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Modelling, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, SA Water, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Wetlands
Following the successful completion of the second term of the Goyder Institute as highlighted in our October e-newsletter, the research program continues to have important impacts locally and nationally.  Whilst the second term research program was focussed

Goyder Institute announced as winner of Australian Water Association’s SA Branch R&D award

The Goyder Institute Partners were recently awarded the Australian Water Association’s SA Branch R&D Award for the Institute’s second term research program. This is a wonderful recognition of the quality and impact of the Institute’s research,

Goyder Institute announced as winner of Australian Water Association’s SA Branch R&D award

  • Australian Water Association (AWA), Climate Action, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Economic Development, Environmental Water, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Indigenous Research, International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM), Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), SA Water, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Urban Water, Water Industry News
The Goyder Institute Partners were recently awarded the Australian Water Association’s SA Branch R&D Award for the Institute’s second term research program. This is a wonderful recognition of the quality and impact of the Institute’s research,

The Goyder Institute’s new Interim Director looks to an exciting year ahead

The start of 2023 represents a period of change and new beginnings for the Goyder Institute for Water Research. As 2022 came to an end, the Institute bade farewell to outgoing Director, Dr Kane Aldridge and

The Goyder Institute’s new Interim Director looks to an exciting year ahead

  • Goyder Institute News
The start of 2023 represents a period of change and new beginnings for the Goyder Institute for Water Research. As 2022 came to an end, the Institute bade farewell to outgoing Director, Dr Kane Aldridge and

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to maintain viable waterbird populations in the Coorong South Lagoon

The Coorong is renowned nationally and internationally for its waterbirds. It is an important site for migratory species of the East Asian-Australasian flyway, an area that encompasses the annual migration route for over 50 million migratory

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to maintain viable waterbird populations in the Coorong South Lagoon

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, University of Adelaide, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
The Coorong is renowned nationally and internationally for its waterbirds. It is an important site for migratory species of the East Asian-Australasian flyway, an area that encompasses the annual migration route for over 50 million migratory

Goyder Institute team surpasses its #Sweat4Soap target

As highlighted in our September eNews, in support of Global Handwashing Day on 15 October 2021, our team at the Goyder Institute participated in #Sweat4Soap. This campaign, led by ultramarathon runner Mina Guli and the Thirst Foundation,

Goyder Institute team surpasses its #Sweat4Soap target

  • Goyder Institute News, Water for Cities and People
As highlighted in our September eNews, in support of Global Handwashing Day on 15 October 2021, our team at the Goyder Institute participated in #Sweat4Soap. This campaign, led by ultramarathon runner Mina Guli and the Thirst Foundation,

Call for participation – water resources conference at World Expo in Dubai

Water scarcity is an acute challenge for arid and semi-arid regions, and it impacts all aspects of sustainable development. As the driest state on the driest inhabited continent, South Australia has developed knowledge and capabilities in

Call for participation – water resources conference at World Expo in Dubai

  • Climate Action, Climate Resilience, Goyder Institute News, South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Industry, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment, Water Industry News
Water scarcity is an acute challenge for arid and semi-arid regions, and it impacts all aspects of sustainable development. As the driest state on the driest inhabited continent, South Australia has developed knowledge and capabilities in

Independent evaluation highlights success of Institute’s second term

An independent evaluation has concluded that the Goyder Institute’s second term research program (2015-2020) was highly successful, delivering important research that influenced priority water policies and improved economic, environmental, cultural and social outcomes within South Australia. In addition to Videos and

Independent evaluation highlights success of Institute’s second term

  • Climate Action, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Desalination, Economic Development, Environmental Water, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Groundwater, Healthy Ecosystems, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Indigenous Research, Modelling, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, Northern Adelaide Plains, Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), SA Water, South Australia, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Wetlands
An independent evaluation has concluded that the Goyder Institute’s second term research program (2015-2020) was highly successful, delivering important research that influenced priority water policies and improved economic, environmental, cultural and social outcomes within South Australia. In addition to Videos and

Goyder Institute team commits to #Sweat4Soap

In the middle of the global COVID-19 pandemic, access to clean water and handwashing has never been more important to help keep our families and communities safe from disease. While access to clean water and sanitation

Goyder Institute team commits to #Sweat4Soap

  • Goyder Institute News, Water for Cities and People
In the middle of the global COVID-19 pandemic, access to clean water and handwashing has never been more important to help keep our families and communities safe from disease. While access to clean water and sanitation

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to inform the future management of aquatic plants and algae in the Coorong South Lagoon

Plants play a critical role in aquatic ecosystems, providing habitat and food that support the diversity and abundance of invertebrates, fish and birds. This is the case for the Coorong, with the presence and location of

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to inform the future management of aquatic plants and algae in the Coorong South Lagoon

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
Plants play a critical role in aquatic ecosystems, providing habitat and food that support the diversity and abundance of invertebrates, fish and birds. This is the case for the Coorong, with the presence and location of

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to inform the future management of nutrient levels in the Coorong South Lagoon

Nutrients are known to be a key driver of aquatic ecosystem health. While nutrients are essential for all living organisms, high nutrient levels can lead to problems such as excessive algal growth, or ‘algal blooms’. Ongoing

In Focus: Research providing knowledge to inform the future management of nutrient levels in the Coorong South Lagoon

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for the Environment, Wetlands
Nutrients are known to be a key driver of aquatic ecosystem health. While nutrients are essential for all living organisms, high nutrient levels can lead to problems such as excessive algal growth, or ‘algal blooms’. Ongoing

Goyder Institute partners in the ONE Basin CRC rebid

The Goyder Institute is partnering in the rebid for the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), which will address one of Australia’s most complex water challenges. ONE Basin will support resilient communities in the Murray-Darling Basin by,

Goyder Institute partners in the ONE Basin CRC rebid

  • Climate Resilience, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Indigenous Research, Murray-Darling Basin, Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for the Environment
The Goyder Institute is partnering in the rebid for the ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), which will address one of Australia’s most complex water challenges. ONE Basin will support resilient communities in the Murray-Darling Basin by,

IPCC 2021 Report on Climate Change emphasises need for the Goyder Institute to continue to support climate mitigation and adaptation

On 9 August 2021, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its latest report on climate change. The observed and projected changes to the global climate outlined in the report have significant implications for water management across the

IPCC 2021 Report on Climate Change emphasises need for the Goyder Institute to continue to support climate mitigation and adaptation

  • Climate Change, Climate Resilience, Foundation Research, Goyder Institute News, Water for Agriculture, Water for Cities and People, Water for Mining, Water for the Environment
On 9 August 2021, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its latest report on climate change. The observed and projected changes to the global climate outlined in the report have significant implications for water management across the

Goyder Institute showcases its Strategic Plan

Our vision through to 2023 is that the Goyder Institute enhances the vibrancy of communities across South Australia and nationally by continuing to lead the delivery of impactful research for sustainable, innovative and integrated water management.

Goyder Institute showcases its Strategic Plan

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Our vision through to 2023 is that the Goyder Institute enhances the vibrancy of communities across South Australia and nationally by continuing to lead the delivery of impactful research for sustainable, innovative and integrated water management.

Goyder Institute unveils new branding

The start of the new financial year provides opportunity for renewal, and the Goyder Institute is delighted to introduce its new branding. While our overall logo remains unchanged, the Institute is introducing a new ‘Icons’ branding

Goyder Institute unveils new branding

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia
The start of the new financial year provides opportunity for renewal, and the Goyder Institute is delighted to introduce its new branding. While our overall logo remains unchanged, the Institute is introducing a new ‘Icons’ branding

The Sustainable Development Goals and the Goyder Institute for Water Research

In 2015, as a Member of the United Nations, Australia adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Underpinning the Agenda are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supported by 169 targets and accompanying indicators, provide a blueprint to achieve a

The Sustainable Development Goals and the Goyder Institute for Water Research

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In 2015, as a Member of the United Nations, Australia adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Underpinning the Agenda are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supported by 169 targets and accompanying indicators, provide a blueprint to achieve a

Coorong scientific research project crosses halfway mark

Five teams of researchers, brought together through the Goyder Institute, have been conducting extensive investigations about the Coorong ecosystem that are critical to efforts to restore this iconic wetland. The research project is due to be

Coorong scientific research project crosses halfway mark

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Environmental Water, Fleurieu Peninsula SA, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, Ramsar Convention, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Wetlands
Five teams of researchers, brought together through the Goyder Institute, have been conducting extensive investigations about the Coorong ecosystem that are critical to efforts to restore this iconic wetland. The research project is due to be

Translating Ngarrindjeri Yannarumi into water resource risk assessments

The results of the research project ‘Translating Ngarrindjeri Yannarumi into water resource risk assessments’ have recently been publicly released on the Goyder Institute website. The project was commissioned by the South Australian Government in 2018 as a

Translating Ngarrindjeri Yannarumi into water resource risk assessments

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Environmental Water, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Indigenous Research, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, Wetlands
The results of the research project ‘Translating Ngarrindjeri Yannarumi into water resource risk assessments’ have recently been publicly released on the Goyder Institute website. The project was commissioned by the South Australian Government in 2018 as a

Reducing fine sediment loads into Adelaide’s coastal waters

The Goyder Institute has recently published the results of the research project “A decision framework for selecting stormwater management interventions to reduce fine sediments and improve coastal water quality”. Funded by the Department for Water and

Reducing fine sediment loads into Adelaide’s coastal waters

  • Adelaide, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Hydrology, Modelling, SA Water, Stormwater, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia
The Goyder Institute has recently published the results of the research project “A decision framework for selecting stormwater management interventions to reduce fine sediments and improve coastal water quality”. Funded by the Department for Water and

Project Coorong’s Science Forum resources now available

Several scientists from the Goyder Institute for Water Research participated in the Project Coorong’s World Wetlands Day Science Forum that was held in Goolwa in February. The Science Forum gave members of the local community the

Project Coorong’s Science Forum resources now available

  • Climate Action, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Environmental Water, Fleurieu Peninsula SA, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia
Several scientists from the Goyder Institute for Water Research participated in the Project Coorong’s World Wetlands Day Science Forum that was held in Goolwa in February. The Science Forum gave members of the local community the

From South Lagoon to Siberia: tracking Coorong waterbirds via satellite

In a world first, sharp-tailed sandpipers have been tracked using satellite trackers as they move around the Coorong and neighbouring wetlands before migrating to Siberia to breed. The shorebird tracking program is part of a suite

From South Lagoon to Siberia: tracking Coorong waterbirds via satellite

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Environmental Water, Fleurieu Peninsula SA, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Wetlands
In a world first, sharp-tailed sandpipers have been tracked using satellite trackers as they move around the Coorong and neighbouring wetlands before migrating to Siberia to breed. The shorebird tracking program is part of a suite

Interim management updates

Institute Director Dr Kane Aldridge is currently enjoying some well-earned leave. Dr Alec Rolston is Acting Director with the support of Mr Daniel Pierce. Alec can be contacted via email at alec.rolston@goyderinstitute.org and by phone on 0405 846

Interim management updates

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Institute Director Dr Kane Aldridge is currently enjoying some well-earned leave. Dr Alec Rolston is Acting Director with the support of Mr Daniel Pierce. Alec can be contacted via email at alec.rolston@goyderinstitute.org and by phone on 0405 846

New South Australian Government Climate Change Action Plan provides framework for future research of the Goyder Institute

South Australia’s climate is changing. The Goyder Institute’s Climate Ready project developed downscaled climate projections for South Australia’s regions. It highlighted that South Australia will become hotter and drier, with more frequent and intense extreme weather events as

New South Australian Government Climate Change Action Plan provides framework for future research of the Goyder Institute

  • Adelaide, Climate Action, Climate Change, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Foundation Research
South Australia’s climate is changing. The Goyder Institute’s Climate Ready project developed downscaled climate projections for South Australia’s regions. It highlighted that South Australia will become hotter and drier, with more frequent and intense extreme weather events as

Institute welcomes new Research Program Manager

The Goyder Institute for Water Research is delighted to welcome Dr Alec Rolston to the team as Research Program Manager. Dr Rolston will be overseeing the Goyder Institute’s research projects of the Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin program. Alec’s

Institute welcomes new Research Program Manager

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Goyder Institute News, Water Industry News
The Goyder Institute for Water Research is delighted to welcome Dr Alec Rolston to the team as Research Program Manager. Dr Rolston will be overseeing the Goyder Institute’s research projects of the Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin program. Alec’s

ONE Basin CRC bid Stage 2 progresses to final stages

The ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) was identified as one of five successfully shortlisted bids after 14 proposals from across Australia and all scientific disciplines were considered during Stage 1 of the bid process. This

ONE Basin CRC bid Stage 2 progresses to final stages

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The ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) was identified as one of five successfully shortlisted bids after 14 proposals from across Australia and all scientific disciplines were considered during Stage 1 of the bid process. This

Congratulations Prof McKay – winner Premier’s Water Professional of the Year Award

We would like to congratulate Professor Jennifer McKay, Professor of Business Law, University of South Australia for being awarded the Premier’s Water Professional of the Year Award at the Australian Water Association’s South Australian Water Awards.

Congratulations Prof McKay – winner Premier’s Water Professional of the Year Award

  • Australian Water Association (AWA), Goyder Institute News, University of South Australia, Water Industry News
We would like to congratulate Professor Jennifer McKay, Professor of Business Law, University of South Australia for being awarded the Premier’s Water Professional of the Year Award at the Australian Water Association’s South Australian Water Awards.

Second term finishes strong – a year in review from the Director

Well, there’s no doubt that 2020 had some surprises in store for all of us. Aside from the personal challenges of operating in a global pandemic, many of our teams had to put field work on

Second term finishes strong – a year in review from the Director

  • Adelaide, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Economic Development, Environmental Water, Flinders University, Goyder Institute News, Groundwater, Healthy Ecosystems, Murray-Darling Basin, Primary Industries & Regions SA (PIRSA), South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), Stormwater, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Water Industry News
Well, there’s no doubt that 2020 had some surprises in store for all of us. Aside from the personal challenges of operating in a global pandemic, many of our teams had to put field work on

ANNOUNCEMENT: Goyder Institute welcomes a new Chair and Management Board and Research Advisory Committee representatives

The Goyder Institute for Water Research is delighted to welcome Professor Barry T Hart (AM) as its new Independent Chair. Prof Hart, an Emeritus Professor at Monash University, has extensive experience in the water resources sector

ANNOUNCEMENT: Goyder Institute welcomes a new Chair and Management Board and Research Advisory Committee representatives

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The Goyder Institute for Water Research is delighted to welcome Professor Barry T Hart (AM) as its new Independent Chair. Prof Hart, an Emeritus Professor at Monash University, has extensive experience in the water resources sector

Citizen Science: a key part of the Goyder Institute’s involvement in the HCHB program

Goyder Institute for Water Research scientists are excited to be working together with citizen scientists as part of Phase 1 of the Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin Program (HCHB). November 2020 marks the 35th anniversary of the Coorong and Lakes

Citizen Science: a key part of the Goyder Institute’s involvement in the HCHB program

  • Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Ramsar Convention
Goyder Institute for Water Research scientists are excited to be working together with citizen scientists as part of Phase 1 of the Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin Program (HCHB). November 2020 marks the 35th anniversary of the Coorong and Lakes

Finding ancient water in the outback – new research to support remote communities and enterprises

Water is scarce in outback areas and yet essential to help communities survive as well as increase opportunities for investment in remote regions. With water scarcity expected to become more apparent in the future, new, sustainable

Finding ancient water in the outback – new research to support remote communities and enterprises

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Economic Development, Flinders University, Groundwater, South Australia, Water for Industry
Water is scarce in outback areas and yet essential to help communities survive as well as increase opportunities for investment in remote regions. With water scarcity expected to become more apparent in the future, new, sustainable

Vale Professor Peter Teasdale

We are saddened by the news that Professor Peter Teasdale, UniSA, died suddenly on 7 August 2020. We send our love and sympathies to his wife Bern, daughters Nat and Katelyn, and all of his colleagues

Vale Professor Peter Teasdale

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We are saddened by the news that Professor Peter Teasdale, UniSA, died suddenly on 7 August 2020. We send our love and sympathies to his wife Bern, daughters Nat and Katelyn, and all of his colleagues

Goyder Institute partners with the Australian and South Australian governments to restore a wetland of international importance – the Coorong’s South Lagoon

The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the Australian and South Australian governments for Phase 1 of the Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin Program (HCHB). This follows the establishment of the Institute’s

Goyder Institute partners with the Australian and South Australian governments to restore a wetland of international importance – the Coorong’s South Lagoon

  • Adelaide, Climate Action, Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin
The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the Australian and South Australian governments for Phase 1 of the Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin Program (HCHB). This follows the establishment of the Institute’s

ANNOUNCEMENT: Goyder Institute partners establish the third term of the Institute

This week the Goyder Institute for Water Research partners established the third term of the Institute for 2020–2023. The Institute partners, the South Australian Government through the Department for Environment and Water; CSIRO; Flinders University; The

ANNOUNCEMENT: Goyder Institute partners establish the third term of the Institute

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This week the Goyder Institute for Water Research partners established the third term of the Institute for 2020–2023. The Institute partners, the South Australian Government through the Department for Environment and Water; CSIRO; Flinders University; The

ONE Basin CRC bid continues to take shape to address the needs of basin governments, industries and communities

Consultation has been continuing throughout the Murray Darling Basin and beyond to refine the ONE Basin CRC bid due to be submitted in July 2020. The latest information on the bid can be found on the

ONE Basin CRC bid continues to take shape to address the needs of basin governments, industries and communities

Consultation has been continuing throughout the Murray Darling Basin and beyond to refine the ONE Basin CRC bid due to be submitted in July 2020. The latest information on the bid can be found on the

Flow on effects – new tools to support the integrated management of river flows and floodplain infrastructure along the River Murray

Infrastructure has been built along the River Murray over the last ten years to help sustain critical floodplain ecological communities by recreating some of the natural inundation regime that would have occurred prior to development. The

Flow on effects – new tools to support the integrated management of river flows and floodplain infrastructure along the River Murray

  • Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Goyder Institute News, Modelling, Murray River, Murray-Darling Basin
Infrastructure has been built along the River Murray over the last ten years to help sustain critical floodplain ecological communities by recreating some of the natural inundation regime that would have occurred prior to development. The

Advancing integrated management of Spencer Gulf for economic, social and ecological outcomes

Spencer Gulf is a key asset of South Australia. In addition to being home to important marine ecosystems and protected animal species, aquaculture, marine and ecotourism industries in the region have been valued at over AU$500

Advancing integrated management of Spencer Gulf for economic, social and ecological outcomes

Spencer Gulf is a key asset of South Australia. In addition to being home to important marine ecosystems and protected animal species, aquaculture, marine and ecotourism industries in the region have been valued at over AU$500

Sea grass communities in Gulf St Vincent to benefit from new stormwater management intervention project

More than 6500 hectares of sea grass have been lost along Adelaide’s coastal waters since 1949. Sea grasses provide vital habitat and nursery grounds for many marine animals, help to stabilise the sea floor and also sequester

Sea grass communities in Gulf St Vincent to benefit from new stormwater management intervention project

  • Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Foundation Research, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Stormwater, Urban Water, Water Sensitive Urban Design
More than 6500 hectares of sea grass have been lost along Adelaide’s coastal waters since 1949. Sea grasses provide vital habitat and nursery grounds for many marine animals, help to stabilise the sea floor and also sequester

ICE WaRM ceases operations after 15 years of advancing excellence in water leadership across the globe

After 15 years advancing excellence in water leadership around the world, the International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM) ceased operations this month. ICE WaRM has been a valuable partner of the Goyder Institute for

ICE WaRM ceases operations after 15 years of advancing excellence in water leadership across the globe

  • International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM)
After 15 years advancing excellence in water leadership around the world, the International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM) ceased operations this month. ICE WaRM has been a valuable partner of the Goyder Institute for

Agricultural technologies in South Australia survey

The South Australian Government, through the guidance and advice of the AgTech Advisory Group, is creating an AgTech strategy for South Australia to encourage greater uptake of technology on-farm to increase productivity and profitability. Ag Tech is an important focus

Agricultural technologies in South Australia survey

The South Australian Government, through the guidance and advice of the AgTech Advisory Group, is creating an AgTech strategy for South Australia to encourage greater uptake of technology on-farm to increase productivity and profitability. Ag Tech is an important focus

Investigations underway to help restore the Coorong

The Australian and South Australian governments have announced the next $22.2 million of funding to help get the Coorong back on track for a healthy future. The Coorong is culturally, environmentally and economically important at local, national and

Investigations underway to help restore the Coorong

  • Climate Action, Coorong Lower Lakes & Murray Mouth SA, Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Environmental Water, Goyder Institute News, Healthy Ecosystems, Murray River, South Australia
The Australian and South Australian governments have announced the next $22.2 million of funding to help get the Coorong back on track for a healthy future. The Coorong is culturally, environmentally and economically important at local, national and

Expert panel recommendations inform changes to groundwater management in the Lower Limestone Coast

The Minister for Environment and Water, The Honourable David Speirs, announced his strategy to address the risks to groundwater resources in the Lower Limestone Coast (LLC). This follows the Goyder Institute for Water Research’s review of the science underpinning reductions to

Expert panel recommendations inform changes to groundwater management in the Lower Limestone Coast

  • Department for Environment and Water (DEW), Flinders University, Groundwater, South Australia, South East SA
The Minister for Environment and Water, The Honourable David Speirs, announced his strategy to address the risks to groundwater resources in the Lower Limestone Coast (LLC). This follows the Goyder Institute for Water Research’s review of the science underpinning reductions to

ONE Basin CRC bid gains momentum

The Murray-Darling Basin is one of Australia’s most crucial, varied and productive natural resources, producing over one-third of our national food supply. Across the basin, farm businesses, the broader agri-sector and rural communities are facing significant

ONE Basin CRC bid gains momentum

  • Climate Action, Climate Change, Murray-Darling Basin, Water Industry News
The Murray-Darling Basin is one of Australia’s most crucial, varied and productive natural resources, producing over one-third of our national food supply. Across the basin, farm businesses, the broader agri-sector and rural communities are facing significant

R&D plan charts course for the year ahead

After a successful 2019, The Goyder Institute for Water Research released its annual research and development plan for 2020. The R&D plan outlines the activities for the year ahead, including research across its three impact areas: Economic Impact,

R&D plan charts course for the year ahead

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After a successful 2019, The Goyder Institute for Water Research released its annual research and development plan for 2020. The R&D plan outlines the activities for the year ahead, including research across its three impact areas: Economic Impact,

New research papers outline innovative approaches for water exploration and palaeovalley evolution

A significant source of ancient water was discovered in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands in 2018 by the Goyder Institute for Water Research’s G-FLOWS (Facilitating Long-term Outback Water Solutions) project. The G-FLOWS research team have continued to map

New research papers outline innovative approaches for water exploration and palaeovalley evolution

  • Economic Development, Far North SA, Groundwater, Water Industry News
A significant source of ancient water was discovered in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands in 2018 by the Goyder Institute for Water Research’s G-FLOWS (Facilitating Long-term Outback Water Solutions) project. The G-FLOWS research team have continued to map

Call for expressions of interest – ONE Basin Cooperative Research Centre