Pastoralists just add water as they attempt to drought-proof WA's north

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There are more centre-pivot irrigation systems in WA's north than the rest of the country, as pastoralists attempt to drought-proof the region.

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The State Government has ruled out damming the river but is finalising a draft water allocation plan set for release next year.Beyond government red tape and environmental considerations, one of the biggest challenges for pastoralists looking to invest in irrigation is the cost.

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Just a pity they expect taxpayers to subsidise them...after all, that groundwater is probably costing them next to nothing as well

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