The Murray Darling Association (MDA) will hold its 81st annual National Conference from 29th September – 2nd October in Griffith, NSW.
MDA Chief Executive, Mark Lamb, said that "the national conference was a real opportunity to further Basin advocacy, to ensure a healthy Murray-Darling Basin that supports thriving communities economic development, and a sustainable future."
Focusing on collaboration in our Basin, our communities, and our environment, the conference will be delving into pressing issue that have been identified by communities across the Murray-Darling Basin as key points of concern with a risk of impacting Basin communities and industries in the years ahead.
The MDA's National Conference has been held in different parts of the Basin annually as a way of bringing together diverse perspectives and experiences, to find common ground for the future of our Basin, and to showcase regional work and initiatives to Government and Basin communities.
We need to inform ourselves. We need to ensure our views are being heard" - Cr Shari Blumer, Chair Region 9, MDA National President
REAL BASIN ISSUES. REAL BASIN DISCUSSIONS.
With the Murray-Darling Basin Plan set to be reviewed, representation of Communities and Community Groups, Councils, as well as Businesses and Industries is vital in ensuring the socio, economic, and environmental balance in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Speaking to ABC Radio Riverina, Cr Shari Blumer noted that "[while] LGAs in Queensland may be different from LGAs in New South Wales, we have the same issues."
Cr Blumer indicated that "…by having a consolidated, principles-based approach, [Basin communities] can speak to Government."
This is the most pivotal time for the Basin. We need to ensure that our voices are heard now… to influence the new Basin Plan.
- Mr Mark Lamb,
MDA Chief Executive Officer
HEAR FROM EXPERTS. ENGAGE WITH DECISION-MAKERS.
Conference attendees will be able to join in on an in-depth Study Tour, networking sessions with Government Departments, scientists and regional industry leaders. Presentations that will explore the latest in water management, Basin collaboration, Industry and community resilience and offer practical insights for water quality and Basin biosecurity.
Engage in discussion with Government and representatives from across the Murray-Darling Basin, to advocate to, and inform, Government policy and to develop the foundations for meaningful collaboration across communities, Government Areas, and States for the betterment of the Basin and its communities.
Focusing on Basin Collaboration in our communities and our environment, Speakers will be presenting on topical issues that affect the Murray-Darling Basin water resources and communities.
The MDA has engaged State and Federal Water Ministers, their Shadow Minister counterparts, as well as Government Departments, and leaders in Science and Education fields to speak at its National Conference and engage with attendees.
The Murray Darling Association invites you to consider attendance to the 81st National Conference, to collaborate, and be a part of the Basin's water solution – to join the conversation, inform future policy, and to engage with the scientists, educators, and leaders of our time.
Join us in engaging and networking with Businesses, Industry, Local, State, and Federal Government from across the Basin and tackle the big issues of the Basin!
Engage in discussion and network with State and Federal Government, Departments heads, Agencies, Authorities, Educators, and Basin Leaders!
INFORM FUTURE POLICY!
The 81st National Conference is a ticketed event, with registrations handled through the Murray Darling Association's webpage.
Join us and engage with local, technical, and political leaders to forge a future for councils, catchments, and communities.
Engage with the innovators, scientists, educators, and leaders of our time to tackle the big issues of the Basin, and network with peers and experts over dinner and discuss technical issues with industry and department heads at our Conference exhibition booths.
The Murray Darling Association is a membership-based peak representative organisation representing local government and communities across the Murray-Darling Basin.
Building towards a healthy Murray-Darling Basin, supporting thriving communities, economic development and sustainable productivity, the Murray Darling Association provides effective representation of Local Government and communities at state and federal level in the management of Basin resources by providing information, facilitating debate, and seeking to influence government policy.
COLLABORATE, AND BE A PART OF THE BASIN'S WATER SOLUTION!
