Conservationists say they are relieved as environmental water flows reach the Macquarie Marshes after the federal government lifted pauses on environmental releases.
The Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder (CEWH) placed the pause in mid-August following a new interpretation of water metering rules.
CEWH leader Dr Simon Banks said on 12 September that they are now compliant with the rules for most watering actions.
However, it's unclear whether the resumption of releases was due to a reinterpretation, recent changes to water rules or a legal work-around.
"It is likely that . . .
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