This report presents case studies from First Nations community members into how Indigenous people are working across the Basin to achieve shared cultural and environmental benefits through the delivery of water for the environment. The contributing community members accounts come from across the Murray-Darling Basin, the Murray Lower Darling River Indigenous Nations, the Northern Basin Aboriginal Nations and various government agencies

Key Findings/Recommendations:

• The Lindsay-Mulcra-Wallpolla (LMW) area is an important habitat for several large bodied native fish, which are of significant importance and a key food resource species for Traditional Owners. Unfortunately, a number of species have seen declines with river regulation and habitat change.
• A key learning from the project for Mallee Catchment Management Authority is the importance of having Traditional Owner input in the delivery of water for the environment, with the aim to allow greater flexibility in delivery timeframes. This flexibility allows for improved cultural and environmental outcomes while also delivering on the Victorian commitments for the Basin Plan.
• Researchers and First Nations groups are working together across the Murray-Darling Basin, from story-telling and knowledge sharing of Yellowbelly in the northern basin, biological survey work in the Lachlan River system, native fish larvae monitoring in the Goulburn River to turtle research in the Edward/Kolety-Wakool river system. All of these interactions are unique and are enriching the knowledge base for healthy rivers and healthy communities.
• A changing climate and changing water regimes are having an impact on the resilience of some plant species such as the weaving sedge, of the Yorta Yorta people in Barmah National Park. The availability of this particular plant is important for traditional knowledge and cultural use. While improved water management is seen as critical, fire is a new addition to assist with the recovery of this species.