Recovery talks begin for Anglesea River

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority's Ryan Bath is working with locals, agencies and project partners to help inform the future management of the Anglesea River and estuary. Photo: supplied.

A NEWLY formed community working group has held its inaugural meeting to map out the environmental recovery of the Anglesea River.

The Reimagining the Anglesea River and Estuary (RARE) group, established by the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA), brings together local residents, technical experts and regional partner agencies.

Initial discussions focused on the critical challenges facing the estuary, including altered water flows, sedimentation, the impact of climate change and fluctuating water quality.

Corangamite CMA project officer Ryan Bath said the group’s insights will play a vital role in shaping future management directions.

“The establishment of this working group is a key milestone in ensuring the future of the Anglesea River and estuary is shaped collaboratively with the community,” he said.

“This is just the beginning of the conversation.

“The insights and contributions of the working group will play an important role in shaping future directions and ensuring outcomes reflect the values of the Anglesea community.”

The group will meet monthly for the next six months, incorporating site visits, economic assessments and citizen science opportunities into their work program.

The overarching RARE project will run until August 2027.