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SA Water Fan Collective Independent community of supporters
Independent fan community

Celebrating South Australia’s water stories and the people who protect them.

Our fan collective shares documentaries, data dives, and river adventures that spotlight the waterways sustaining our state. We collaborate with local groups, but we are not affiliated with SA Water.

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120+ Community contributors
58 Citizen science uploads
15 River clean-ups hosted

Why we rally for water

Our volunteers curate public research, oral history, and grassroots action that keeps South Australian waterways front-of-mind. We amplify community voices, celebrate progress, and encourage everyday stewardship.

River health watch

Volunteers collect open data and visualise salinity, flow, and biodiversity trends so everyone can see how our rivers are tracking.

  • Public data dashboards
  • DIY sensor build guides
  • Monthly stream check-ins

Community resilience hub

We spotlight grassroots projects that harvest rainwater, restore wetlands, and teach water-wise living across South Australia.

  • Profiles of local champions
  • Step-by-step conservation kits
  • Workshops and classroom packs

Infrastructure explainer

Fans break down major pipeline, reservoir, and desalination upgrades using plain language, diagrams, and explainer videos.

  • Deep dives into big builds
  • Glossary of water terminology
  • Myth-busting fact sheets

Community snapshot

Here’s what the SA Water fan collective has been up to recently. Every figure is powered by volunteer hours, public events, and shared resources.

42 Waterway photo walks completed
18 Workshops on water-wise living
3,200 Newsletter readers sharing tips
27 Collaborations with local groups

Fan-led projects

These recurring projects are curated and managed by volunteers. Dive deeper on our dedicated pages to see how you can contribute.

Smart basin watch

Collaborative dashboards highlight the health of the River Murray, Onkaparinga, and Torrens through community data logs.

See contributor notes

Aquifer curiosity lab

Fans experiment with scale models to demonstrate how managed aquifer recharge keeps groundwater resilient.

Browse experiment gallery

Desalination decoded

Video explainers and community Q&A nights demystify desalination tech with input from engineers and hobbyists.

Learn how sessions run

Water equity index

Interactive maps chart affordability, access, and regional stories to highlight where support is needed most.

Join the next mapping sprint

Get involved with the fan base

Whether you enjoy filming rivers, diving into data, or hosting cleanup picnics, there’s a place for you in the SA Water fan collective community.

For Educators

Use our downloadable lesson plans and field trip guides to inspire the next generation of water stewards.

For Volunteers

Host a river walk, share footage to our gallery, or lead a talk at your local library or community centre.

For Creators

Pitch multimedia stories that celebrate people protecting water—from elders to engineers to bushcare groups.

Share your project idea

Fan resource hub

Dive into toolkits created by the community. Every resource is free to use—just credit the SA Water fan collective.

River Murray field guide

Download printable maps, seasonal species lists, and observation sheets that make your next visit more meaningful.

Urban water talk kit

Slides, speaker notes, and graphics to help you host a short presentation at schools or community meetups.

Schools stewardship toolkit

Hands-on classroom experiments and citizen science modules co-created with passionate teachers.