Reviewing the Mitchell water plan

We are reviewing and replacing the current Mitchell water plan – set to expire in November 2027 – to make sure the region's long-term water needs can be best met and managed into the future.

Water in the Mitchell is mostly taken to support small-scale irrigation and small mines that access critical minerals. It also supports small communities and towns, recreational and commercial fisheries, and a growing tourism industry.

To help us find ways to best meet the growing demands for water, while making sure existing water users, cultural values and environmental water needs remain supported, we'd like to hear what you think.

How to give your feedback

We will consider these key topics during this review. We want your feedback on these topics, as well as anything else you think we should consider.

To give your feedback, first review the current Mitchell water plan.

Second, read through the key topics:

1. About the Mitchell water plan
2. How we manage water in the Mitchell water plan area
3. Updating the science
4. Climate resilience
5. First Nations and water
6. Improving outcomes
7. Identifying unallocated water
8. Growing water needs
9. Water trading.

Lastly, have your say by sending a written submission to us by 30 September 2025.

We will meet directly with the community throughout the review process. If you're interested in helping shape the new water plan by being part of the Mitchell water plan working group, let us know when you submit your feedback.