Barkindji Biosphere Reserve

Located in Southeast Australia, the Barkindji Biosphere Reserve lies within the largest river basin of Australia — the Murray-Darling Basin. Eleven land systems spread across dunes, sand plains, wetlands, floodplains and along the Murray River characterize the topography of the reserve. Subdued mountain ranges surround Barkindji, except for the southwestern area. In addition, a rich variability in soils can be found within the reserve: red earths, grey and brown clays, and calcareous and siliceous sands represent just a few examples. Moreover, sudden changes from wetland to shrubland and semi-arid forest highlight Barkindji’s diversity of soils and habitats.

• Neds Corner Station which is located on the south side of the river to the west of Mildura
• Culpra forest and Kamendoc Nature Reserve on the north side of the river to the south-east of Mildura.
• Properties around and to the immediate north of Mildura including the Australian Inland Botanic Gardens.

• Private sector organisations - Barkindji Biosphere Ltd and the Australian Inland Botanic Gardens.
• Government agencies - the Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Natural Resources, the Department of Sustainability and Environment, the Trust for Nature and Lower Murray Water.
• Individuals - Mr. Terry Hill and Mr. Dudley Marrows.