Voices of the Lower Murray
Elders Aunty Ellen and Uncle Mark walk us through the wetlands that nurtured their families for generations, sharing cultural fire practices that protect the river.
Watch teaserFeatured narratives
From First Nations custodianship to youth-led innovation, these recent stories show the breadth of our community.
Rain gardens that learned to listen
High school students turned recycled sensors into a living lab, charting how their rain garden slowed stormwater during a fierce downpour.
Read the articleSalt, soil, and sea breezes
Local fishers and farmers team up to improve water quality near Coffin Bay, featuring innovations that honour marine ecosystems.
Listen nowCommunity reflections
Snippets from workshops, zine swaps, and night-time campfires—shared with permission.
“I never thought a spreadsheet could feel like activism until I mapped leaks in my suburb with neighbours.”— Priya, Prospect
“The kids designed their own water filter prototypes and proudly taught the adults how they worked.”— Sam, Port Augusta STEM mentor
“Listening to Elders by the river changed how I speak about water at council meetings.”— Jordan, Onkaparinga councillor
Share your story
Have a project, insight, or memory to spotlight? We welcome diverse voices—students, artists, scientists, cultural custodians, storytellers.
- Format ideas: short videos, photo essays, interviews, data visualisations, or illustrated guides.
- What we need: a quick summary, location, who is involved, and any permissions already granted.
- Support available: editing assistance, captioning, and audio mixing for podcast segments.
Pitch it
Email stories@sa-water.org with links or drafts. We review monthly and will be in touch about next steps.
Prefer a phone chat? Call +61 8 7000 1234 (Tue–Thu, 4–7pm) and ask for the stories desk.