An auction of take and use licences (under section 51) for unallocated Mitchell River winterfill was opened on Wednesday 5 May 2021, for 24 eligible bidders. The auction was completed over three days from 12-14 May.

A total volume of 1,990 megalitres (ML) was sold in 36 lots, ranging in volume from 30ML to 100ML. All lots had multiple bidders. Successful bids ranged from $630 to $841 per ML. The average price was $755 per ML.

10 ML was made available for eligible stock and domestic applicants prior to the auction.

Thank you for your participation in the auction.