Being prepared matters. It means we can respond to dry periods, wet years, and everything in between. It helps protect water users, supports local industries, and ensures our environment stays healthy. By planning ahead, we reduce risks and keep water systems viable, no matter the conditions.
Water allocation video explainers
Ongoing rollout of explainers
Video explainers will be added here over the next several months before the start of the 2026/27 irrigation season.
You can keep up to date when new explainers are added by following Goulburn-Murray Water’s social media channels and YouTube page where the explainers will also be uploaded.
Below you will find video explainers on key water allocation topics at Goulburn-Murray Water and the Northern Victoria Resource Manager (NVRM.)
Whether you’re a GMW customer or just want to know more about water allocations these videos explain what topics such as ‘seasonal determinations’ (SD), ‘SD outlooks’, 'carryover' and ‘risk of spill’ are all about.
Support services
Below you will find links to a range of tools and resources designed to support our customers and communities throughout changing seasonal conditions.
Agriculture Victoria - Drought Support
The Victorian Government is providing $144 million in direct support to help farmers and communities across Victoria impacted by drought.
Rural Financial Counselling Services
Providing free, confidential planning support to farming as well as rural and regional small businesses to build financial capacity and resilience.
RFCS can connect you with other support and programs relevant to your individual needs.
Connect with RFCS
Mental health and wellbeing support
A range of mental health and wellbeing support resources are available for farmers and rural communities doing it tough.
Find out more
Mental health and wellbeing support