Protect Your Water Rights and Meet Your Floodplain Harvesting Obligations
In New South Wales, floodplain harvesting plays a vital role in supporting irrigation and operational needs across agriculture. It involves collecting and storing water that flows across floodplains during high river flows or rainfall events. Water that’s often critical to keeping operations running.
But with growing pressure to manage water sustainably, the rules have changed. Under the NSW Government’s Floodplain Harvesting Policy, it is now a legal requirement to measure floodplain water collected using telemetered metering equipment, installed either on storages or at the point of take.
These reforms are part of a broader effort to align with the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, ensuring long-term water security and protecting the environment. And they come with clear expectations:
- You must hold a valid floodplain harvesting licence
- You must measure all water harvested from floodplains
- You must use approved devices with tamper-evident seals, telemetry, and installation by a Duly Qualified Person (DQP)
- You must securely transmit data to the government’s acquisition portal
Failing to comply doesn’t just risk fines, it can also lead to the loss of water rights and reputational damage. That’s why choosing the right floodplain harvesting measurement solution isn’t just about meeting the standard. It’s about protecting your operation, securing your water access, and contributing to responsible water management across NSW.
Built for Australian Conditions
Unlike many overseas-made systems that struggle in harsh environments, Novecom’s SynaptiX LID is proudly designed and manufactured in Newcastle, NSW. It’s engineered to withstand extreme heat, dust, and remote deployment, making it the most reliable choice for Australian irrigators.
The SynaptiX LID is:
- Locally built for rugged performance
- Tested to 60°C and proven in the field
- Backed by responsive support, even in remote areas
- Trusted by DQPs for ease of installation and reliability
- Pattern approved by the NSW Government
DQP Installers in the field report that the Novecom SynaptiX Floodplain Harvesting Monitoring Primary LIDs exceed expectations with their robustness and capability to withstand anything nature throws at them.
“Novecom’s backup and support are second to none. Even in hard-to-reach locations, they make sure everything runs smoothly and that gives us real peace of mind.” Ryan Hunt, Managing Director, Agflow
Key Benefits of SynaptiX LID for Floodplain Harvesting in NSW
- Fully compliant with Floodplain Harvesting NSW Policy standards
- Australian made for durability and reliability
- Pre-configured for fast, easy installation
- Solar-powered with integrated battery system
- Secure data transmission that meets government standards
- Supported by experts who understand your region
Compliance Made Simple with SynaptiX LID
Navigating floodplain harvesting regulations doesn’t have to be complicated. With SynaptiX LID, you get a fully compliant, field-proven solution that takes the guesswork out of measurement and reporting. Designed for Australian conditions and backed by responsive support, it’s the smart choice for licence holders who want peace of mind and long-term water security.
