News
New Water Plan must prevent the Martuwarra Fitzroy River becoming WA’s Murray Darling disaster
A state government plan for the Kimberley’s Martuwarra Fitzroy River must prevent destructive over-extraction of vital groundwater to ensure it does not become ‘WA’s Murray-Darling disaster’. As the final public consultation stage of a decade-long...
WA must prioritise protection of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River, alliance warns
An alliance of key conservation groups is warning that Western Australia is approaching a critical decision point for the future of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River, urging the State Government to put protection of the river,...
A look back at 2025 for the Martuwarra
From award-winning film screenings, to exhibitions, events, billboards, and postcards delivered straight into the hands of decision makers, it has been an important and exciting year for the Martuwarra Fitzroy River. Underpinning it all has been your continued support...
A holiday card for the Martuwarra
We’re sending a holiday card to the WA Premier and Water Minister to call on them to protect the Kimberley’s mighty Martuwarra Fitzroy River.
Will you help us send a strong message by adding your name?
World Sawfish Day 2025
Happy World Sawfish Day!
Now is the moment to make your voice count for the critically endangered freshwater sawfish, and their last global stronghold – the Kimberley's Martuwarra Fitzroy River.
Bardi Jawi Gaara Marine Park finalised
Australia's first marine park co-designed with Traditional Owners has been finalised – marking a huge achievement by the Bardi and Jawi Traditional Owners and the WA Government!
Obby's story
My name is Manymiya. That's my Aboriginal name, but everyone knows me as Obby. I'm a Bunuba language speaking Miliwundi clan woman, and I've got a story to share with you about the Martuwarra River – one that goes to the heart of why we must protect it.
ABC documentary series: Martuwarra
The ABC's docuseries The Kimberley provides unique insight into the crucial waterway for the West Kimberley — Martuwarra (Fitzroy River).
Schools resource: Martuwarra Fitzroy River
Many Aboriginal nations make up the length of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River.
In this classroom resource, students are invited to find out how they work together to protect the natural values of the river.
Delivering your voice on sawfish
This morning, we delivered a petition signed by you and other passionate supporters across Australia, calling for protection of the critically endangered freshwater sawfish. The petition was handed to Water Minister Simone McGurk at WA...
LIFEBLOOD - The Kimberley's Martuwarra Fitzroy River
LIFEBLOOD is a captivating nature documentary journeying the length of the Kimberley’s Martuwarra Fitzroy River. Narrated by Bunuba Traditional Owner Manmiya 'Obby' Bedford, LIFEBLOOD showcases the spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural heritage of this healthy, free-flowing...
Breaking news: mass sawfish death in Martuwarra Fitzroy River catchment
Last week we found out some terrible news.
In November, 17 critically endangered freshwater sawfish died in a dry creek on Liveringa Station in the Martuwarra Fitzroy River catchment.
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