It has been reported that 20-year plan for revival of lower Murray, its lakes and Coorong wetlands region has been approved by the Federal government along with a funding of $200 million.

The plan will provide $21 million to start four projects immidiately, though its success relies on sufficient freshwater flows down the river.

SA Environment Minister Paul Caica said it is vital to maintain the character of the region and work to restore it after years of severe drought. The plan will include 25 initiatives to overcome rising salinity, guard against acidification and to give local communities and indigenous groups a say in future management.

"Through the plan, management of the Lower Lakes region will be based on science and local knowledge, while being informed by cultural values and community views," Mr. Caica said.

There will be a pipeline built to drain hypersaline water from the southern Coorong. The lower lakes will benefit from a revegetation effort to tackle acid sulfate soils.

An artificial wetland at Meningie will aim to stabilise areas of exposed lake bed, create a habitat for wildlife and give a boost to local tourism.