02/05/2026
Water Entitlements Program
The Murray–Darling Basin Aboriginal Water Entitlements Program (AWEP) is an Australian Government initiative allocating $100 million to purchase water entitlements for Basin First Nations Peoples. The program aims to ensure water is held, managed, and governed to provide lasting community benefits. Efforts are underway to establish a permanent, independent, First Nations–led Charitable Trust to hold and manage these entitlements, with decisions guided by cultural values and community priorities. This process emphasizes direct First Nations involvement in shaping water ownership and governance for the future. For more information click the link below:
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