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Reflections from our CEO
21 December 2021
December has always brought a flurry of activity for our staff at the Port Phillip & Westernport CMA. In our working hours, project activities would be completed, a last round of community...
Draft Regional Catchment Strategy submitted for government consideration and approval
20 December 2021
The new Port Phillip & Western Port Regional Catchment Strategy (RCS) has recently been submitted to the Victorian Minister for Water for Government consideration. The PPWCMA is very proud...
Improving fisheries habitat across Western Port
6 December 2021
The only species of mangrove found in Victoria, the White Mangrove (Avicennia marina), plays an important role for juvenile fish species by providing food and shelter. Mangroves also help to protect the...
Zero Emissions Farming: Towards 2050 Resources
17 November 2021
This one day conference held on Wednesday 17 November 2021 explored the benefits of zero-emission farming, showcasing the latest research and technology information, and industry progress towards...
Victorian Landcare Grants 2021 support environmental volunteering
8 November 2021
The Victorian Government provides funding to support Landcare and environmental volunteering groups and networks for on-ground works, education, and capacity building projects that protect, enhance, and...
Improving hydrology at The Spit Nature Conservation Reserve
24 August 2021
The Spit Nature Conservation Reserve is a 678 hectare reserve managed by Parks Victoria. It is home to one of the most important areas of saltmarsh vegetation in Victoria. The site also lies within the...
Bright future for Port Phillip Bay’s wetlands
14 July 2021
There are 64 wetland sites across Australia listed as internationally-significant under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. These wetlands support native plants and animals of very high conservation significance...
Have your say on the Regional Catchment Strategy
5 July 2021
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2021 Victorian Landcare Grants now open
3 May 2021
The Victorian Government is providing $2.55 million funding to support Landcare and environmental volunteering groups and networks for on-ground works, education, and capacity building projects that protect,...
Farms2Schools officers reflect on their experiences
23 December 2020
From July - December 2020, the PPWCMA worked with local farmers and schools to deliver Farms2Schools. This agricultural education program connected primary and secondary students with...