About
The One Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) is an industry-led, collaborative partnership established to build a more productive, resilient and sustainable Murray–Darling Basin for current and future generations.
The Murray–Darling Basin is Australia’s largest and most complex river system, covering more than a million square kilometers. Home to 2.3 million Australians and 40 First Nations communities, the region produces more than $22 billion in agricultural output each year and boasts an $11 billion tourism industry. However, the basin is facing significant, complex challenges in adapting to climate change and responding to water and environmental risks.
Established in mid-2022, the One Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) is a 10-year, $150 million program to bring science-led solutions to the region. It sees independent researchers and scientists working in local communities, partnering with industry, producers and First Nations peoples to solve real world problems.
From Queensland to South Australia, we are facilitating collaborations between universities, industry, business, government, not-for-profit organisations and local communities, across the agriculture, environment, water and technology sectors, together working towards our vision of growing the value of water in a changing world.
Our purpose
It is our vision that Australia’s irrigation regions will be the most productive, resilient and sustainable in the world.
Our approach
Our research and projects are led by industry, ensuring we will meaningfully contribute to a more productive, resilient and sustainable basin.
Our partners
Our partner network is diverse with representatives across research and education, industry, agriculture, water and technology sectors.
Our people
Our people are critical to our success. Our team have the experience and expertise to help guide the vision of the One Basin CRC.
First Nations
As partners in the One Basin CRC, First Nations people have the opportunity to shape research agendas and be active participants in our research.
Career opportunities
A position with the One Basin CRC provides fantastic opportunities to further your career and make a difference for our communities.