Mornington Peninsula Shire is inviting community feedback on our approach to planning and managing water through climate change and population growth.
With 70 per cent green wedge land and 192 km of coastline, our water and land management plays an important role for our community, economy and environment.
Our draft Integrated Water Management Plan shapes how we will secure our water future through:
- Making alternative water sources (e.g. rainwater and stormwater) accessible to irrigate and drought-proof green open spaces
- Protecting the health of our waterways, wetlands and bays
- Reducing flood risks through rainwater and stormwater harvesting
- Increasing sewerage connections and improving septic management for a healthier environment
- Connecting people with waterways, wetlands and green spaces
- Using recycled water in agriculture to support food security and economic prosperity
This draft Plan addresses climate change, urbanisation, population growth, greater demands for food and changing land use. It brings together the Shire, collaborative partners and our communities in overcoming current and future challenges in line with local and State Government directions.
We invite you to submit your thoughts on our draft Integrated Water Management Plan to help shape our water future.
HOW TO HAVE YOUR SAY
Community consultation is open now and closes on Sunday 17 October 2021.
Online
To complete an online form and to view the draft Plan visit:
Email your submission with the subject line Integrated Water Management Plan
