Lower Lakes Crisis (Lakes Need Water)

Lower Lakes Crisis

Welcome to LakesNeedWater, the informational web site covering the environmental crisis of the Lower Lakes, (Lake Alexandrina and Lake Albert), at the end of the River Murray, South Australia.

There is a lot of misinformation about the ecological crisis confronting the Lower Lakes as water levels decline and emotions escalate. First review The Facts and read The Debate to frame the issues. Read our current Summary of the Crisis for a quick update.

There is no easy or painless alternative to the change that is necessary to bring an ecosystem back to life. We hope the information in this website helps you make an informed decision.

We welcome your feedback. Send us your letters and follow us on twitter @lakesneedwater.

Most importantly, act now before it is too late.

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