More warnings over SA Murray flooding The South Australian government has begun providing more direct support for flood-affected communities along the Murray. AAP · Dec 19, 2022
When and where the River Murray flooding is expected to peak in South Australia's Riverland Floodwaters from NSW and Victoria are inundating South Australia's Riverland region. Here is a look at what is expected in the coming weeks. ABC News · Dec 16, 2022
Help wanted for SA Murray recovery Volunteering SA is urging people to register to help over the coming months with the clean-up after the Murray River floods. AAP · Dec 16, 2022
Levee failure may impact SA flooding South Australian authorities say the failure of a Murray River levee in NSW may increase the volume of water surging across the border. AAP · Dec 14, 2022
River Murray floods are causing havoc — but there's a silver lining for the environment Australia is a country of droughts and flooding rains — and that contrast is nowhere more starkly illustrated at the moment than SA's Riverland, where water is seeping into desiccated landscapes for the first time in decades. ABC News · Dec 14, 2022
The ‘silent killer’ of flooding: Murray River fish in dire straits as water quality drops Scientists fear an ecological disaster is playing out in parts of the river because of ‘alarmingly’ low dissolved oxygen levels The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2022
Call to visit SA Riverland despite floods Tourists should continue to visit South Australia's Riverland, the premier says, despite the Murray flooding that's affecting thousands of properties. AAP · Dec 13, 2022
Flood alert as river swamps caravan park A caravan park at Blanchtown, northeast of Adelaide, has been inundated after a sudden surge in Murray floodwaters. AAP · Dec 12, 2022
Warning from Blanchetown Caravan Park manager after property suddenly flooded The manager of a caravan park on the River Murray in South Australia warns people to prepare for the worst after her property was suddenly flooded over the weekend. ABC News · Dec 12, 2022
Murray River flooding leading to tourist cancellations across north-west Victoria A caravan park and houseboat rentals operator says he's already refunded nearly half a million dollars as tourists cancel their Murray River plans at a time when businesses need their money more than ever. ABC News · Dec 9, 2022
SA premier understands flood anxiety South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has empathised with rising anxiety levels among Riverland communities over rising flood waters. AAP · Dec 9, 2022
Riverland flooding turning lives upside down before River Murray peak even arrives Matt Irvine and his family have to use a boat to get to and from work and school as the River Murray rises ahead of its expected peak later this month. Other residents are getting ready for a long time away while their homes are underwater. ABC News · Dec 9, 2022
Lake Bonney closed off from Murray River at Barmera as Riverland flood peak approaches A popular Riverland lake has been closed off from the River Murray to protect infrastructure and reduce the number of residents who may need to evacuate as South Australia grapples with ongoing flooding. ABC News · Dec 8, 2022
River Murray flows to reach 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year Up to 180 gigalitres a day is already flowing into the River Murray with people in the Riverland being told to expect between 190 and 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year. ABC News · Dec 8, 2022
AAP · Dec 8, 2022 Call for more SA flood money, troops Riverland residents impacted by River Murray flooding need more help, the South Australian opposition says.
AAP · Dec 8, 2022 Flood-affected Murray River tourist plea Tourism operators along the Murray River are crying out for visitors, with reduced summer bookings hampering their flood recovery efforts.
ABC News · Dec 7, 2022 Oxygen-starved Murray crayfish returned to the river revitalised after 'spa' experience in NSW Riverina Hundreds of oxygen-starved Murray crayfish plucked from floodwaters have been returned to the river after undergoing an amazing transformation.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2022 Murray River towns could see brown tap water for months in wake of floods Moama’s council forced to reassure residents water is filtered and safe to drink after complaints over colour on social media
ABC News · Dec 7, 2022 JEV vaccine eligibility expanded in Riverland but concerns surprise power outages may spoil jabs Thousands more people will be eligible for a vaccination against the Japanese encephalitis virus as the River Murray continues to rise in South Australia, but a pharmacist warns that power outages may spoil the vaccines.
AAP · Dec 6, 2022 More money to help house SA flood victims River Murray flood victims will have access to more funds for emergency accommodation, SA Premier Peter Malinauskas has announced.
AAP · Dec 5, 2022 First flood warning for Renmark residents The South Australian State Emergency Service has issued its first specific flood warning for residents in Renmark as Murray River water levels continue to rise.
ABC News · Dec 3, 2022 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praises Riverland's resilience ahead of predicted River Murray flood peak Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spends the morning inspecting levee banks and a rising River Murray at Renmark as the region prepares for flooding in the coming weeks.
AAP · Dec 2, 2022 Renmark readies as SA flood peak looms Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Premier Peter Malinauskas have visited the South Australian town of Renmark which is expecting record flood levels.
AAP · Dec 2, 2022 Renmark flood measures near completion Authorities have almost completed levee work to protect the town of Renmark, the first SA community to feel the impact of floodwaters surging down the Murray.
AAP · Dec 1, 2022 SA floodwaters stall, peak to hit later The latest forecasts on flooding down the Murray River in SA have indicated the first peak in water flows will now hit about two weeks later than first thought.