Legislation

The Port Phillip and Westernport CMA is a Victorian Government statuatory authority. It has responsibilities under the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994.

It is responsible under the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 for:

  • Preparing a Regional Catchment Strategy and coordinating and monitoring its implementation;
  • Promoting cooperation in the management of land and water resources;

  • Advising on regional priorities and resource allocation;

  • Advising on matters relating to catchment and land protection;

  • Advising on the condition of land and water resources; and

  • Promoting community awareness and understanding of the importance of land and water resources, their sustainable use, conservation and rehabilitation.

 

The manner in which PPWCMA activities are undertaken and the level to which the activities are performed is further outlined in a Statement of Obligations issued by the Victorian Government.


Catchment and Land Protection Act

Statement of Obligations
Corporate Plan