Murrumbidgee Irrigation Limited in Hanwood, New South Wales | Company

Murrumbidgee Irrigation Limited

Locality: Hanwood, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6962 0200

Address: 86 Research Station Road 2680 Hanwood, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.mirrigation.com.au

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24.01.2022 The November issue of our customer newsletter The Newstream is out now. This issue includes rainfall across the catchment resulting in another Surplus Water Event and our submission to the ACCC Water Market Review. https://mailchi.mp/ef027357386e/mi-newsletter-november-2020

23.01.2022 MIA irrigator, Peter Tyson, standing in his canola crop this week. It has been a positive start to the new irrigation season with General Security Allocation already at 46% and a series of Surplus Water Events delivering irrigators over 35,000 ML across the network. See our latest media release for more information www.mirrigation.com.au//stori/positive-start-to-the-season

22.01.2022 SunRice is calling for women of the future for the rice industry, with applications for the 2021 Jan Cathcart Scholarship closing on Monday 16th November. Value...d at up to $30,000 to fund tertiary studies, the scholarship offers numerous opportunities, from financial support to work experience and employment placements with SunRice and professional and personal growth. 2018 Jan Cathcart Scholar, Annabel Arnold, who is undertaking a two year graduate program with SunRice says the work experience she gained through the scholarship opened her eyes to future job prospects: The program is very dynamic in the fact that you get to work with the cross functional teams and is really allowing me to see the other side of rice, giving me as much exposure to the business as possible to help determine where my eventual fit might be. Click here to read a Q&A with Annabel, 2018 Scholar Annabel Arnold, from a rice farm at Berrigan, and 2019 Scholar Emily Fasham from a rice farm at Wakool and and to apply by 16 November, visit https://careers.sunrice.com.au/scholarships/

20.01.2022 Today we announced an additional 1% allocation enhancement for eligible customers. Allocation enhancements are issued from efficiency savings to support productive agriculture in the region and encourage activities that provide further efficiency savings. For more information see our website www.mirrigation.com.au

18.01.2022 Senior Hydraulic Engineers- MI is seeking a highly skilled engineer to develop the understanding of the hydrological and hydraulic performance of its irrigation network. The successful applicant will use numerical models, field measurements and hydraulic design principles to enhance the delivery of water to the customers of one of the largest private irrigation companies in Australia. For more information check out the careers page on our website www.mirrigation.com.au//vacant-p/senior-hydraulic-engineer

18.01.2022 This week we were pleased to welcome the MDBA Board and Executive team to MI’s offices, with their visit coinciding with the MDBA #riverreflections2021 Conference We showed the group through our Operational Control room and explained how we are using data collected from across our integrated network to support decision making that provides a more reliable delivery of flow-rate, while also driving down conveyance losses.

17.01.2022 Our customers have a range of requirements when it comes to accessing the MI water delivery system. From large productive farms through to small home gardens, there is an option to access the MI supply network to ensure you get the water you need, when you want it. Check out our ‘What connection is right for me?’ fact sheet for more information www.mirrigation.com.au/resources/factsheets

17.01.2022 For us to deliver water in the best possible way, we need to account for all access. You can help us to count every drop by ensuring that your supply point is properly authorised and letting us know if you see something that doesn't look right. To see what unauthorised use of water looks like see our Infographic www.mirrigation.com.au//Water%20use%20infographic_what%20u

16.01.2022 The August issue of our customer newsletter The Newstream is out now. This issue includes the recent Surplus Water Event, changes to division boundaries and what they mean for our customers, and an announcement regarding the upcoming AGM for shareholders.

16.01.2022 The September issue of our customer newsletter The Newstream is out now. This issue includes the positive start to the season, our Winter works wrap up, and planning for a COVID safe AGM. https://mailchi.mp/57aa4f8/september-mi-customer-newsletter

16.01.2022 Thanks to heavy rain in the catchments over the past week, WaterNSW Community has announced a supplementary flow event for the Murrumbidgee River. The surplus water will last around three days and can now be seen on its way down the Main Canal from Narrandera Regulator. For more information about the Surplus Water Event in the MIA see our website www.mirrigation.com.au/home/surplus-water-event.

15.01.2022 Our General Manager People and Policy, Karen Hutchinson, presented at the MDBA #riverreflections2021 Conference in Griffith today about ‘Adapting to Change.’ She spoke about the changes at Murrumbidgee Irrigation over the years in the way we have taken a more collaborative approach with customers - doing things differently to stay ahead of the game and deliver water in the best way possible. #MI #murrumbidgeeirrigation #riverreflections #mdba

13.01.2022 We are at the MDBA #riverreflections2021 Conference in Griffith today! Acting Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder, Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, Hilton Taylor, presented Thriving? Or Surviving? The Environment He spoke about positive partnerships, referencing Murrumbidgee Irrigation infrastructure watering RAMSAR sites within the MIA.... Each year we work with the environmental water holders to deliver water when and where it is needed across our network. This season, we have seen 3,182ML of water reaching identified environmental target areas. #MI #murrumbidgeeirrigation #riverreflections #mdba

12.01.2022 Water Operations Technician Trainees MI is seeking three motivated individuals to undertake a traineeship with our Water Delivery team. The successful applicants will: have an aptitude for technology, sound literary knowledge and skills, be well presented, have a willingness to learn and a motor vehicle licence. Formal training in Water Delivery will be provided. ... For more information check out the careers page on our website: www.mirrigation.com.au//water-operations-technician-traine See more

10.01.2022 We were out and about last weekend clearing the channel of Roly Poly’s to maximise customer water during the current Surplus Water Event. Check out our new fact sheet ‘Maintaining the MI Network' to find out more about how we maintain the network and how you can help us keep channels clear of debris. https://www.mirrigation.com.au//Fact%20Sheet%20_Maintainin

10.01.2022 The water levels will be lowered at Lake Talbot over the next week as we prioritise some bank repair works. The works are timely and will also support recreational use as we move into the warmer weather. They will be completed by Sunday 27 September with the levels returning to normal on Monday 28 September.

09.01.2022 We are seeking two individuals to undertake a 12-month traineeship with our Customer Services team. One of this year’s trainees Georgia said this is a fantastic opportunity to work at a dynamic, innovative irrigation company, which delivers water to the food bowl of the nation. I have learnt a cross section of valuable skills, which could lead to further opportunities in the water industry and beyond. www.mirrigation.com.au//vacant-pos/administration-trainees

08.01.2022 The Lake View Branch Canal Expansion project has officially wrapped up and supply has resumed with some works on channel banks nearing completion. Since June we have: - Raised 30kms of channel bank - Upgraded 7 bridges - Installed 12 new regulators... - Automated and upgraded all outlets Thank you to the community for your patience while we make these changes. These upgrades will enable us to deliver the water customers want when they require it, significantly improve the efficiency of the LVBC and support farm viability. See more

05.01.2022 We’d like to thank community members affected by the Lake View Branch Canal expansion project works for their patience. There have been some traffic disruptions in the area over the course of the works and the recent rain has pushed out the finish date to Wednesday 19 August. Fraser Road bridge will be reopening Friday afternoon, under the instruction of Griffith City Council and subject to structural safety standards being met. This will reduce the inconvenience of local residents having to travel further on muddy roads.

04.01.2022 This week is National Science Week and to celebrate WaterNSW Community has created this clever idea for students (plus teachers and parents alike) to test their water knowledge.

04.01.2022 SafeWork NSW and Rural Adversity Mental Health Program - RAMHP are hosting a FREE Women in Agriculture Lunch and Learn event in Leeton 15 June at the Leeton S...oldiers Club. This is a chance to learn more about WHS, tools to assist with WHS compliance, rebates available and the opportunity to networking with likeminded Women in Agriculture. For more information go to: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/women-in-agriculture-lunch-

02.01.2022 MI CEO Brett Jones has released an operations update today which our customers will have received this morning. The update includes the great start to the irrigation season, Winter Works results, our continued monitoring and response to COVID-19 and 3% enhancement available to eligible customers. Read the full update on our website.... https://www.mirrigation.com.au///stories/operations-update See more

02.01.2022 Do you want to join a team whose performance supports successful farming enterprises and a vibrant community? We are seeking a motivated individual to plan and monitor daily water orders, operate automated supply and drainage systems, and support the Water Delivery Technicians while ensuring efficient water resource availability that meets customer requirements. For more information about the Automation and Control Operator role go to https://www.seek.com.au/job/52517730

02.01.2022 The October issue of our customer newsletter The Newstream is out now. This issue includes crop survey information, season forecasts and our position on the Water Transparency Bill. https://mailchi.mp/8989/mi-customer-newsletter-october-2020

01.01.2022 Our winter maintenance program is drawing to a close across the MIA, with the works including outlet removals and installations. Below is a photo of works installing outlets in Murrami last week. For more information go to www.mirrigation.com.au/winter-works/winter-works.