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Murrayville Groundwater

A limited volume of groundwater is currently available for licensing within the Murrayville Groundwater Management Area (GMA) through an expression of interest process.

Limited groundwater now available for licensing

A limited volume of groundwater is currently available for licensing within the Murrayville Groundwater Management Area (GMA) through an expression of interest (EOI) process. EOI applications are subject to groundwater availability, zone limits and approval requirements.

EOIs open Monday 12 October 2026 and close 2 pm Monday 14 December 2026.

How much groundwater is available?

There is currently 545 ML of groundwater available for licensing within the Murrayville GMA. The pool of water available may change as EOI applications are assessed and accepted.

Where is groundwater available?

Groundwater availability is subject to zone limits. Water is available in all zones except 10B-1.

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Murrayville Groundwater Management Area and management zones.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in purchasing groundwater:

  1. Submit an Expression of Interest by filling in the form at the bottom of this page.

  2. GWMWater will assess your proposal.

  3. If successful, you will be invited to submit a licence application.

  4. Additional approvals may be required depending on your proposed use.

Things to consider

Depending on your project, you may need additional information or assessments, including:

  • Irrigation and drainage planning

  • Environmental assessments

  • Hydrogeological assessments

  • Cultural heritage requirements

Need more information?

Need more information?
For enquiries about the Murrayville Groundwater EOI process, including application requirements and submissions, contact the Murrayville Groundwater EOI Secretariat. 

Expressions of Interest

Applicant details
Volume of water requested
Land use
Provide the following information: Volume, Folio, Lot No, Plan No, Crown, Allotment, Section, Parish. This information can be obtained from your Council Rates Notice or your copy of the land title. If you are not the owner of this property, please provide a copy of your lease documents or any other legal proof of occupancy.
Proposed use of water
Advise what the water will be used for
Eg: Pivot.
Irrigation development Please tick the most appropriate statement for your application
Bore details
Is the water to be extracted from an existing bore(s)?
Is the water proposed to be extracted from a new bore?
Provide the following information: Volume, Folio, Lot No, Plan No, Crown allotment, Section, Parish. If you are not the owner of this property, please provide a copy of your lease documents or any other legal proof of occupancy.
Locality Plan
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