We're developing a new strategic plan to increase the resilience of our coastal areas and we're inviting our community to have their say.
The Our Coast Our Future Coastal Strategy will include important long-term plans to manage current and future coastal hazard risks, and drive efficient and sustainable outcomes in the face of climate change. The development and delivery of this coastal strategy will combine latest science, technical assessments and community aspirations.
Mornington Peninsula's identity is strongly linked to the natural environment, especially its coastal and marine areas. Stretching almost 200 km, our diverse and unique coastlines are dynamic and always changing. Distinct landforms and ecosystems define the different coastal regions: from sandy beaches and dune systems, rocky shores and cliffs, wetlands and waterways through to mangroves, saltmarshes and mudflats.
Coastal erosion and storm tide inundation (flooding) are natural processes that shape the coast over time. When they impact places we value, and the ways we use and enjoy the coast, we refer to these processes as coastal hazards. Changing climate and rising sea levels means we're expecting more impacts from coastal hazards. Through understanding more about these processes and their potential impacts, we can work to identify different ways to manage these locations through adaptation.
Hearing from the community
Our community have a role to play in increasing our resilience. To help shape the Our Coast Our Future Coastal Strategy, we want to hear from you. Let us know what is important and meaningful about the coast to you, your experiences of living near or visiting these coasts and your ideas for adapting for the future.
There will be many opportunities to get involved in the project. Keep an eye on the website to see when we'll come to a town near you, or take the online survey.
Community consultation is now open.
Go to mornpen.vic.gov.au/ourcoast
Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Steve Holland
We're working with key community groups and a range of stakeholders and agencies to develop the plan. We also need to hear from the rest of our community who love, use and enjoy our beaches and coast. Share your aspirations and join the conversation!
