- The Crisafulli Government is delivering $7.8 million in land, soil, water and biodiversity projects in the Mackay, Whitsunday and Isaac regions.
- Projects focussed on restoring key waterways, coastal reefs and koala habitats.
- The Crisafulli Government is a fresh start and a plan for Queensland's future.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland's future with new funding under the Natural Resources Management Expansion Program to support practical environmental programs in the Mackay, Whitsunday and Isaac regions.
Reef Catchments will receive more than $4.8 million to restore eight kilometres of streambank along Cattle Creek, strengthen the riparian corridor, enhance in-stream habitats, and reduce sediment flow to the Great Barrier Reef lagoon.
A further $1.9 million will improve and connect 57 hectares of prime koala habitat from South Koumala to North of Eton, creating safe, healthy corridors for one of Queensland's most iconic species.
Almost $1 million will go towards helping restore inshore reefs using innovative Coral IVF techniques and reseed Pioneer Bay seagrass meadows.
After a decade of decline under Labor, the Crisafulli Government is restoring vital support for Queensland's Natural Resource Management groups to deliver frontline conservation outcomes.
Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Dale Last said the funding will deliver real environmental outcomes through local knowledge.
"This funding is about backing real action, by supporting local experts who understand their region and what it takes to protect it," Minister Last said.
"These projects will deliver real on-ground results for our environment and the communities who depend on healthy landscapes and waterways.
"During Labor's decade of decline, NRM groups were left high and dry without the meaningful funding they need to support the great work they do across Queensland.
"Through our $117.84 million Natural Resource Management Expansion Program, the Crisafulli Government is giving those groups certainty by supporting the people who know their regions best."
Member for Mackay Nigel Dalton said the investment shows the Crisafulli Government's commitment to practical, lasting outcomes in local communities.
"These projects will improve water quality, protect wildlife and support local jobs - and they're happening right here in our backyard," Mr Dalton said.
"This funding recognises the importance of local stewardship and is a major boost for our communities."
Member for Mirani Glen Kelly said the funding would make a meaningful difference for both the environment and the local community.
"From protecting koala habitat to restoring critical waterways, this is the Crisafulli Government backing local solutions and restoring trust in regional investment," Mr Kelly said.
"Healthy ecosystems mean stronger farming, more resilient communities and better outcomes for future generations."
Reef Catchments CEO Katrina Dent said the funding eill be directed at priority areas that enhance biodiversity outcomes.
"We're incredibly grateful for the Queensland Government's investment in natural resource management through the NRMEP," Ms Dent said.
"This funding will allow us to scale up our efforts for critical ecosystems and to target hot spot areas where previous weather events have damaged key parts of the region."
