description Murrumbidgee River Overview
The Murrumbidgee River is a major river in southeastern Australia and one of the principal tributaries of the Murray River. It rises in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, flows through the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales, and joins the Murray near Balranald. The river is about 1,485 kilometers long and supports riverine ecosystems, agriculture, towns, and water infrastructure within the Murray-Darling Basin.
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Where does the Murrumbidgee River flow?
The Murrumbidgee rises in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. It flows through the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales before joining the Murray near Balranald.
What larger river does the Murrumbidgee join?
The Murrumbidgee is one of the principal tributaries of the Murray River. Its water therefore becomes part of Australia's major Murray-Darling river system.
Does the Murrumbidgee River pass through Canberra?
Yes. The river flows through the Australian Capital Territory, where it is a major natural feature around Canberra. It then continues through New South Wales.
Where does the Murrumbidgee begin?
It begins in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales. The highland source gives the river a very different setting from its lower course near Balranald.
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