The Martuwarra Fitzroy River is one of the world’s last wild and healthy rivers. It is the lifeblood of the Kimberley in Western Australia, spanning over 700km in length and home to a living Aboriginal culture tens of thousands of years old.

But this ancient river is under threat from proposed dams and irrigation projects that risk the future of the river.


The Martuwarra Fitzroy River needs our help, before it’s too late.

#ProtecttheMartuwarra

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New report warns any additional water extraction puts Martuwarra Fitzroy River at risk

A new scientific report released today warns that the Western Australia Government must hold firm on its commitment to no new dams and no further...

More than 50,000 call for stronger plan to protect the Martuwarra Fitzroy River

As public consultation closes on the WA Government’s draft Fitzroy–Derby water plan, the Kimberley: Like Nowhere Else alliance says the Government has a clear opportunity...

The end of Australia last free river?

The fight over the Martuwarra (Fitzroy) River is often described as a debate about water. It is that, but only in the narrowest sense. More...

Rock out to the sounds of the Martuwarra

Want to listen to the sounds of the Martuwarra in the car, or at your desk? We've put together a Spotify playlist for you to...

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