November 19th, 2022Assessing the fallout from the downfall

Recent rainfall events have left Central Catchment Management Authority with considerable work to do in assessing damage done to local waterways and the assets built to protect and enhance them.

North Central CMA program delivery executive manager, Rachel Murphy says the North Central CMA wants the community’s help to assess the damage.

“Part of that work from now on will be understanding the full extent of the impact of recent flooding on our waterways and wetlands,” she said.

“We’re keen to hear from landholders who have noticed flood damage to waterway fencing and revegetation, or significant bank erosion,” she said.

“We’re putting a register together to help identify priority locations where we may be able to support recovery efforts.

“We’ve created an easy to use online survey for people to enter in as much information as they can about any damage to waterways on their property or in their area.

“From there, we hope to get back in touch with people over the coming months to undertake more detailed impact assessments.”

People can go to www.bit.ly/cmarepair, follow the links on the North Central CMA website – www.nccma.vic.gov.au or call 03 5448 7124.