FEARS over potential flooding at Menindee have abated, according to a WaterNSW spokesperson.

“There is sufficient room to capture all the arriving water in the lake system, so flood operations will not be required in Menindee,” the spokesperson said.

“Rather it’s a welcome return to water security in the region.”

The Menindee Lakes, including Menindee, Pamamaroo, Cawndilla and Wethere...