For tens of thousands of years, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (First Nations) Peoples have been developing intricate knowledge systems, which have been dismissed by some as ‘folklore’ and ‘fables’ for not fitting into the traditional Western science frameworks. This CSIRO report demonstrates renewed interest in understanding First Nations’ macroscopic observations, and recognises the opportunity for applying an Indigenous Research Methodology (IRM) to manage Australia’s diverse environment. Integrating First Nations knowledge, cultural indicators, and lived experiences offers unique and crucial insights for strengthening drought resilience in the Basin. This approach is a key focus of Fabila M, Moggridge B, Braedon P, Akeroyd M, Connolly M, Court Z, and Gilbey S (2025), who report that the IRM aims to harness innovative insights through community co-design and participation. Read the report here.