The purpose of the 2016 Smarter Irrigation Technology Tour (an intensive three day tour to Northern Victoria and Southern NSW) had several objectives. To examine a range of surface irrigation layouts, the hydraulics, performance and suitability.To learn about automation technologies currently adopted in the irrigation industry, and see these technologies in action. To understand the application of automation equipment currently available, and how it could potentially benefit a farmers irrigation system. Improve participants understanding of various water management technologies (precision application, soil moisture sensors, EM survey). To showcase the irrigation research undertaken in the Smarter Irrigation for Profit Project and other CRDC funded irrigation research and provide a networking opportunity for irrigators, consultants and industry personnel from the rice, cotton, dairy and sugar industries.