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Murray River research finds centuries-old ‘sand slug’ in Barmah Choke
The Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) says a “sand slug” accumulating in the Murray River is the result of historic mining practices rather than poor water management.
Key points:
- The Murray Darling Basin Authority says more than three million tonnes of sand has settled in the Barmah Choke
- A recent report suggests historic mining practices upstream were responsible
- Landholders have long claimed the choke’s capacity issues are caused by bank erosion
A report commissioned by the MDBA estimates more than three million tonnes of sand has settled in the Barmah Choke, the river’s narrowest stretch, which is located in southern NSW, reducing its capacity by 20 per cent over the past 40 years.
Nearby landholders have long claimed the choke’s…
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