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Wimmera

Wimmera CMA

Working with the community to deliver a range of services to improve the region’s environment.

The Wimmera region covers approximately 10% of Victoria and is the fifth largest catchment management region in Victoria, encompassing 2.3 million hectares.

Our Future Vision

A healthy Wimmera catchment where a resilient landscape supports a sustainable and profitable community.

2023 – 24 Achievements

  • Partnered with Barengi Gadjin Land Council to construct ‘The Ranch Billabong Pipeline’ reconnecting the Ranch Billabong to the Barringgi Gadyin (Wimmera River).
  • Wimmera CMA and Victorian Fisheries Authority held the largest Victorian VFA fishing forum in Horsham with around 50 anglers sharing information and improving their knowledge.
  • Supported Horsham Rural City Council with their planning scheme amendment which was approved by the Planning Minister. This amendment incorporates six Wimmera CMA flood studies into planning overlays.

Case Study

Partnering to deliver cultural and environmental outcomes at the Ranch Billabong