Archives for March 2021

Community Action Plan (Protect the Great Barrier Reef!)

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Reef Catchments has worked with the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac community to develop a Community Action Plan for the protection of the Great Barrier Reef.

Bar-tailed godwits.You can read all about it here, in this Story journal which covers, in colourful detail, the work undertaken to develop the action plan.

Community

Reef Catchments worked with a range of stakeholders to identify what was important to the community, and to map out potential projects. We look forward to working with the community to implement these projects, and we encourage you to read more about them in the Project Prospectus document.

Revegetation of river bank in Mackay.

Mark the date in your diary!

Everyone is welcome to attend the launch of the Community Action Plan at Mulherin Park on Sunday 11 April 2021 – please RSVP here. The morning has been planned as a community event and includes a variety of happenings. There will be an 8.30 a.m. start with a SeaToSource cleanup, then the launch at 10 a.m. followed by fun for all with local stalls on hand to supply a variety of food and goods.

Frequently Asked Questions

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FAQ

1. How long is the program? The Mackay Whitsunday Water Quality Program is a four-year program which commenced in January 2020.

2. What is the aim of the program? The aim of the MWWQP is to achieve an enduring reduction in the long-term end-of-catchment pesticide and nutrient loads from the priority Plane and Pioneer creek catchments.

3. What area does the MWWQP cover? The MWWQP covers the Plane Creek and Pioneer catchment areas in the Mackay and Whitsunday region. For clarification on catchment boundaries please view the map below. 

4. How do I find out whether I’m eligible for the program? For information on eligibility please contact Stacey Corrie, Project Officer (Sustainable Agriculture) on 0436 916 873 or stacey.corrie@reefcatchments.com

5. What types of activities occur within the program? Activities include nutrient and pesticide management plans, in field assessments, water quality monitoring and equipment assessment and upgrades via small grants.

6. I’ve previously been involved in a similar water quality program, does this make me ineligible? Not necessarily. Please contact Stacey Corrie, Project Officer (Sustainable Agriculture) on 0436 916 873 or stacey.corrie@reefcatchments.com for information about eligibility.

7. Who can I contact for more information? For more information please contact Stacey Corrie, Project Officer (Sustainable Agriculture) on 0436 916 873 or stacey.corrie@reefcatchments.com.