These initiatives, which are focused on reducing the impact of water buybacks on Murray Irrigation, customers, and the broader community, include:
• Water Solutions Pilot: The purpose of Water Solutions is to retain productive water within the Murray Irrigation footprint by purchasing permanent water entitlements and selling temporary water allocations to customers within the footprint.
• Feasibility study: The aim of this study is to find a pathway forward that will minimise the resultant harm of water buybacks on farmers and communities.
In addition to the above initiatives, shareholders will be updated on other company developments, be given an overview of Murray Irrigation's expected 2024-25 financial year performance, and receive information on the Board's strategic planning process.
A total of 14 shareholder meetings will be held at various locations across the footprint, commencing at Wakool on July 1.
Based on feedback received from shareholders who participated in the September 2024 discussions, these meetings will be held in small group settings of up to 20 participants.
Each will run for approximately two hours, and include a presentation followed by time for questions and discussion.
“The July shareholder meetings are an important opportunity for shareholders to be kept up to date and involved in important company initiatives,” the company said.
“We encourage shareholders to attend a meeting at a time and location that suits you.”
Dates and times are as follows:
Wakool - Tuesday, July 1, 9.30am, Wakool Services Club; Tuesday, July 8, 9.30am, Wakool Services Club.
Deniliquin - Wednesday, July 2, 9am, Murray Irrigation Board Room.
Lalalty - Thursday, July 3, 9am, Lalalty District Hall.
Finley - Thursday, July 3, 2pm, Finley Country Club; Wednesday, July 9, 9am, Murray Irrigation Board Room.
Bunnaloo - Monday, July 7, 9am, Bunnaloo Hall.
Moulamein - Monday, July 7, 2pm, Moulamein Bowling Club.
Blighty - Wednesday, July 9, 2pm, Blighty Pub.
Noorong - Monday, July 14, 9.30am, Noorong Community Centre.
Jerilderie - Tuesday, July 15, 9am, Jerilderie Sports Club.
Logie Brae - Tuesday, July 15, 2pm, Central Coree Community Centre.
Pretty Pine - Wednesday, July 16, 9.30am, Pretty Pine Community Hall.
Berrigan - Wednesdaym July 23, 9.30am, Berrigan Royal Hotel.
To RSVP for meetings, go to www.murrayirrigation.com.au/shareholder-meetings-2025 and select the relevant venue and day.
If you are unable to RSVP to a meeting of your choice, or have specific dietary requirements, please contact the customer experience team on 1300 138 265 or email customersupport@murrayirrigation.com.au.
