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Regional Actions and Achievements
2022–23 achievement highlights
47,032 ha of weed control undertaken reducing competition for our native species, allowing nature to thrive
368 kilometres of fencing installed to protect rivers and wetlands
13,000 approvals and advice for works on waterways
over 3,000 ha of vegetation was re-established creating habitat for our native species
over 9,000 ha of land is under improved management with positive agricultural changes taking place
Case studies
Highlighting actions in partnership with communities which protect our waterways, landscape, species and environment.
CORANGAMITE
Big results for small mammals
In the beautiful forests and mountains of the Otways, a team effort is underway to protect special threatened species like Swamp Antechinus, Southern Brown Bandicoot and Long-Nosed Potoroo.
EAST GIPPSLAND
From little thing big things grow
East Gippsland is part of the tapestry of interwoven cultural landscapes that are the product of Aboriginal land managers’ skills, knowledge and activities over thousands of generations.
GLENELG HOPKINS
Platycam captures images and imaginations
Platycam is the world’s only livestreaming camera broadcasting platypus in the wild.
GOULBURN BROKEN
Environment right for native fish
There’s been good news this year with fish numbers thriving due to habitat restoration and good rainfall.
MALLEE
Sunray Warriors adventuring for the environment
Sunray Warriors – An Environmental Adventure is a multi-agency environmental education event offering hands-on, interactive activities for primary aged students.
NORTH CENTRAL
Caring for the Campaspe
It takes a community to care for a river. Caring for the Campaspe did just that with activities aimed to protect and enhance vegetation along the 250 kilometre river and improve ecosystem health.
NORTH EAST
Partnering with Traditional Owners
The meeting on Jaithmathang TABOO bimble (tribal lands) was an historic gathering between Jaithmathang TABOO and GLaWAC and the first time several members had visited their own Country.
MELBOURNE WATER
New nurseries for Eco Engineers
A new species of dung beetles has been released, meaning farmers across Australia have a renewed interest in ensuring they have covered their ‘beetle seasonal gaps’.
WEST GIPPSLAND
After the floods
One significant rain event in June 2021 had lasting impacts across the West Gippsland catchment. A program of flood recovery works over the year means wildlife and wetlands are now recovering and thriving.
WIMMERA
Understanding and delivering shared benefits from water
Wimmera CMA is working with regional partners and the community to understand the drivers of social, economic and cultural values of water for the environment.
