Groundwater plan review begins as Limestone Coast farmers fear for land's future
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Groundwater plan review begins as Limestone Coast farmers fear for land's future

ABC  

In short: A farming family on South Australia's Limestone Coast is concerned a drain that has run dry for the first time in 80 years is a sign groundwater resources are being over-used. A farming family on South Australia's Limestone Coast is concerned a drain that has run dry for the first time in 80 years is a sign groundwater resources are being over-used. Region's groundwater 'over-allocated' The way the region's groundwater is used is controlled by the Limestone Coast Landscape Board, which puts in place an allocation plan for the region. Planning and engagement manager Liz Perkins said officials had visited the Feasts' farm to inspect the drain, which is in an area where the board is worried about water levels.

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