Murray–Darling Basin: Key findings
- The region experienced slightly above-average annual rainfall; however, rainfall was relatively poor during most of the year. Most of the high rainfall occurred late in the year (May–June 2016).
- The relatively poor rainfall for most of the year contributed to below-average streamflow and a drop in storage volumes.
- Surface water availability during the first 10 months of the year decreased from last year, resulting in decreased water use.

CLIMATE AND WATER
WATER USE

9,232,595 ML
Water sourced
17%
83%
11% less water use than last year


individual users
80%
urban
5%
environmental use
15%