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Riverina Murray News

Find below, articles and links to information regarding the latest projects RAMJO and its member councils are involved with and other items of interest to our member councils.

SunRice job cutbacks show real cost of water buybacks

SunRice job cutbacks show real cost of water buybacks

Jul 9, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE - SunRice job cutbacks show real cost of water buybacks The Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation has expressed deep concern at SunRice’s announcement that it is consulting with workers about voluntary redundancies and workforce changes across its...

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Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) Plan Review 2026

Jun 1, 2026

RAMJO appointed Claire Miller Consulting to provide research and submission support for our response to the 2026 Murray-Darling Basin Plan Review. The appointment strengthened RAMJO’s capacity to develop a clear, evidence-based submission reflecting the priorities of...

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RAMJO welcomes Mr Brett Stonestreet PSM as Executive Officer

RAMJO welcomes Mr Brett Stonestreet PSM as Executive Officer

May 15, 2026

RAMJO are pleased to welcome Brett Stonestreet as the RAMJO Executive Officer. Brett has been Interim Executive Officer since October 2025, before proving through the recruitment process that he was the best fit for our JO.  Brett brings more than 40 years of local...

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Murray-Darling Basin Plan 2026 Review Submission

Murray-Darling Basin Plan 2026 Review Submission

May 1, 2026

Two of the Basin Plan’s four overarching objectives are to optimise the social, economic and environmental use of water in the national interest; and, to improve water security for all water users. One of its three outcomes is productive and resilient water-dependent...

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RAMJO Councils once again win at the NSW Tourism Awards 2025

Dec 18, 2025

The winners of the 2025 NSW Tourism Awards were announced at the NSW Tourism Gala celebration at Waterview in Bicentennial Park, Sydney – recognising outstanding commitment to tourism excellence. Gold, silver and bronze awards were presented across 30 categories,...

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RAMJO Councils shine at NSW Tourism Awards 2024

RAMJO Councils shine at NSW Tourism Awards 2024

Dec 9, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that at the NSW Tourism Awards our member and associate member Councils took out six Gold, Silver and Bronze accolades between our twelve finalists! Over two hundred award nominations were received this year, double that of previous years....

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Super Fast Digital Connectivity Announced

Super Fast Digital Connectivity Announced

Oct 12, 2021

Farrer MP Sussan Ley has announced a $1.2m agreement to super charge telecommunications for communities in and around Jerilderie, Coleambally and Darlington Point. Under the Federal Government’s Regional Connectivity Program (RCP), the project will add new ‘true...

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Drought Assistance

Drought Assistance

Oct 12, 2021

All Council areas in RAMJO have been declared as “drought affected”. This means that individuals, farms and businesses who are experiencing hardship may be able to access support packages, such as the Farm Household Allowance (FHA).FHA is not only an opportunity to...

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More from around our region

SunRice job cutbacks show real cost of water buybacks

by | July 9, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE - SunRice job cutbacks show real cost of water buybacks The Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation has expressed deep concern at...
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RAMJO says $430 million water buyback shows Basin communities are still being ignored

by | June 21, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE For immediate release | 21 June 2026 RAMJO says $430 million water buyback shows Basin communities are still being ignored The...
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Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) Plan Review 2026

by | June 1, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

RAMJO appointed Claire Miller Consulting to provide research and submission support for our response to the 2026 Murray-Darling Basin Plan Review....
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RAMJO welcomes Mr Brett Stonestreet PSM as Executive Officer

by | May 15, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

RAMJO are pleased to welcome Brett Stonestreet as the RAMJO Executive Officer. Brett has been Interim Executive Officer since October 2025, before...
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Beyond the Farm Gate: Water availability and impact on the rice economy and regional supply chains economic impact analysis undertaken for Riverina & Murray Joint Organisation

by | May 7, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

Water availability across the Murray–Darling Basin is changing, and for irrigation-dependent communities such as Leeton and Edward River, these...
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Murray-Darling Basin Plan 2026 Review Submission

by | May 1, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

Two of the Basin Plan’s four overarching objectives are to optimise the social, economic and environmental use of water in the national interest;...
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RAMJO appoints specialist consultant to support 2026 Murray-Darling Basin Plan Review submission

by | February 23, 2026 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

The Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) has appointed Claire Miller Consulting to provide research and submission support as RAMJO...
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RAMJO Councils once again win at the NSW Tourism Awards 2025

by | December 18, 2025 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

The winners of the 2025 NSW Tourism Awards were announced at the NSW Tourism Gala celebration at Waterview in Bicentennial Park, Sydney –...
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RAMJO Councils shine at NSW Tourism Awards 2024

by | December 9, 2024 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

We are thrilled to announce that at the NSW Tourism Awards our member and associate member Councils took out six Gold, Silver and Bronze accolades...
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Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation Honoured at the Local Government Week Awards 2024

by | August 7, 2024 | Riverina Murray News | 0 Comments

The Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) and seven other Joint Organisations (JO’s) and Regional Organisations of Councils (ROC’s),...
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Regional Waste Group Tour Albury / Wodonga

by | May 29, 2026 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

At the end of May, the Combined Councils Waste Group (both past Murray and Riverina groups) met in Albury for their quarterly in person meeting. ...
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Never Bin a Battery

by | March 17, 2026 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

With the increase of electronic items containing embedded batteries, there has been an increase in reported battery-related fires which occur in...
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RAMJO welcomes new Regional Resource Recovery Coordinator, Emma Avery

by | December 1, 2025 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

RAMJO welcomes Emma Avery as our new Coordinator for our Regional Resource Recovery programs. RAMJO’s EPA Funded resource recovery programs...
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Moama’s The Green Pipe Recognised for Environmentally Friendly Manufacturing

by | November 10, 2021 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

The Green Pipe manufactures pipe made from 100 per cent recycled plastic – almost entirely from household collected post-consumer milk and orange...
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Combining maggots and robotics in commercial waste reduction

by | August 5, 2021 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

One of RAMJO Murray Waste Group’s councils, AlburyCity, is combining maggots and robotic technology to manage commercially generated food waste. As...
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Tips to reduce food waste in business

by | July 1, 2021 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

Did you know NSW food businesses throw away over 30 per cent of their food? Have you thought about how you can order and store food smarter?...
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Bin Trim

by | May 20, 2021 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

The Bin Trim program provides free help and support to NSW businesses to maximise recycling and minimise waste to landfill. It also helps save time...
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Riverina’s De Bortoli Wines on a mission to be a zero waste wine company

by | May 11, 2021 | Resource Recovery News | 0 Comments

With more than 90 years of history in viticulture, the De Bortoli family knows wine making.But, what many of their consumers may not realise, is...
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Federation Compact welcomed by NSW Country Mayors

by | July 26, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

Federation Compact Welcomed by NSW Country Mayors - Media Release - Country Mayors Association 26 July 2026 Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA)...
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NSW Country Mayors slam Federal plans to reduce disaster assistance

by | July 24, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE  24 July 2026 - NSW COUNTRY MAYORS SLAM FEDERAL PLANS TO REDUCE DISASTER ASSISTANCE Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) Board and...
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Council commitment to accessible and sustainable healthcare services

by | July 9, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

Media Release from Edward River Council - Council commitment to accessible and sustainable healthcare services Edward River Council understands and...
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Leeton Shire Council Secures $150,000 to Identify Improvements in Night-time Safety in the CBD

by | July 7, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

Media Release from Leeton Shire Council - Leeton Shire Council Secures $150,000 to Identify Improvements in Night-time Safety in the CBD Leeton...
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Country Mayors ask about their fair share of the Budget

by | June 25, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

Media release from Country Mayors Association of NSW IN - Country Mayors ask about their fair share of the Budget Mayor Rick Firman OAM, Chairman of...
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Leeton Shire Council Calls for Prime Minister Intervention in Basin Plan Buybacks

by | June 24, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE from Leeton Shire Council The Federal Government has dealt another blow to the southern New South Wales food-bowl with its latest...
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Sturt Highway Taskforce pleads for urgent action following Euroley tragedy

by | June 23, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE From the desk of the Chair Sturt Highway Taskforce The Sturt Highway Taskforce is once again pleading for urgent and meaningful...
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$5.192 Million Funding Boost to Help Deliver Affordable Housing in Leeton

by | June 16, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE from Leeton Shire Council Leeton Shire Council is pleased to announce it has secured $5.192 million in funding through Round 2 of the...
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Major Funding Win for Edward River with Two Key Projects Approved

by | June 11, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

MEDIA RELEASE from Edward River Council Edward River Council is celebrating a major funding success, with two priority projects approved under Round...
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Sturt Highway ignored in Federal Budget despite renewable energy freight pressures

by | May 18, 2026 | Media Releases | 0 Comments

The Sturt Highway Taskforce has expressed frustration that the 2026–27 Federal Budget invests billions in renewable energy projects, while failing...
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Let’s DriVE – all you need to hit the road in an EV

by | May 12, 2026 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

Electric vehicles have become much more affordable in Australia, with a growing range of models now priced competitively against traditional...
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NSW’s First EV Travel Map Launches: Charge, Scan, Explore: EVenture Map

by | April 21, 2026 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

Electric vehicle drivers across NSW can now discover local attractions while their car charges, thanks to the launch of a first-of-its-kind...
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Charging Ahead – Electric Vehicle Summit and Drive Day, Griffith NSW

by | February 11, 2025 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

Electric vehicles (EVs) cost 70% less to run and 40% less to maintain. The NSW government is providing additional incentives to help reduce the...
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Charging Ahead – Electric Vehicle Summit and Drive Day, Griffith NSW

by | February 3, 2025 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

Electric vehicles (EVs) cost 70% less to run and 40% less to maintain. The NSW government is providing additional incentives to help reduce the...
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Long-term renewable electricity supply contract secured through Power Purchase Agreement.

by | December 9, 2024 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

Seven RAMJO Councils have secured a renewable electricity supply agreement with Iberdrola Australia through to the end of 2030, as part of a buyer’s...
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EV Drive Day at Mt Panorama

by | December 9, 2024 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

"A huge thank you to Central NSW Joint Organisation for the invite to a fabulous EV Drive Day last week! Taking a lap around Mt Panorama, Bathurst...
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Energy and Sustainability – MS Teams shared files

by | September 17, 2024 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

RAMJO has rolled out an Energy and Sustainability MS Teams shared filing system for the easy dissemination of information between RAMJO member...
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Energy and Sustainability Networks – City Power Partnership

by | September 10, 2024 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

The City Power Partnership in a free to access network that engages with councils throughout Australia and incentivises councils to increase...
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Energy and Sustainability Tool – Revolving Energy Funds

by | September 10, 2024 | JONZA News | 0 Comments

An article from Shane Sykes, RAMJO Regional Energy and Sustainability Project Manager, responsible for our JONZA Project. A Revolving Energy Fund is...
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