Murray River Allocation Trading Prices
Source: WaterConnect SA Prices
TL;DR
The latest data shows Murray River water allocation trading prices in the South Australian trading zone as of 26 March 2026.
Location
Mallee
Murray-Darling Basin: Water Allocation Trading Prices
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Source: WaterConnect SA (Department for Environment and Water)
Data Date: 2026-03-26
About: This dashboard provides summary information about the trading of water allocations within, into and out of the South Australian River Murray (trading zone 12).
Key Information:
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• Allocation = Water available to use in current season
• Traded within SA River Murray (trading zone 12)
• Price shown is Volume Weighted Average ($/ML)
• Updated: Last 5 business days
• 4-week rolling average trend available
How to Use:
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• Check current prices before buying allocation
• Compare 4-week trend to see price direction
• Track volumes to gauge market activity
Pricing Context (Historical Ranges):
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• Dry years: $200-500+/ML (when allocations tight)
• Wet years: $30-80/ML (when allocations abundant)
• Average: ~$100-150/ML
Reference Links:
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• WaterConnect Dashboard: https://apps.waterconnect.sa.gov.au/dewcharts/water-trades-allocation-charts.html
• Water Exchange: https://www.waterexchange.com.au/
• BOM Water Data: https://www.bom.gov.au/water/market/
Note: For current exact prices, visit the WaterConnect dashboard directly.
The chart is updated with the last 5 business days of trading data.