2008 Media releases
December 9, 2008
FISH SURVEY ON THE MOORABOOL RIVER
A fish survey along the Moorabool River will provide insight into the health of the river. (Link)
December 9, 2008
ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW TRAVELS 53 KILOMETRES AND COUNTING
Corangamite CMA co-ordinated the release of 80 megalitres of environmental water into the Moorabool River, providing a much-needed flush of fresh water into the system . (Link)
November 28, 2008
SECOND 2008 ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW RELEASE IN THE MOORABOOL
The Moorabool River is to receive a flush of fresh reservoir water tomorrow in a bid to protect aquatic plant and aminal life struggling due to the drought. (Link)
November 25, 2008
CORANGAMITE CMA ANNUAL REPORT SHOWCASES ACHIEVEMENTS
During 2007-08, Corangamite CMA channelled more than $19 million of Australian and Victorian government funding into regional environmental projects. (Link)
November 20, 2008
FARMER COMMITTED TO ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP ROLE
Lismore farmer Val Lang intends to raise her hand for another term as a catchment management authority board member because it’s a role that combines many of her passions. (Link)
November 13, 2008
WATER AGREEMENT AN ENVIRONMENTAL PLUS FOR THE MOORABOOL RIVER
A management plan to protect the Moorabool River until next winter has been developed for submission to DSE by Corangamite CMA, Barwon Water and Central Highlands Water. (Link)
November 13, 2008
SNAKES ON THE MOVE ON THE BARWON
Corangamite CMA is urging Geelong residents to beware of snakes in the recreation areas along the Barwon River. (Link)
November 10, 2008
$200,000 SECOND GENERATION LANDCARE GRANTS ANNOUNCED
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has received a $200,000 share of the Victorian Government’s $3.39 million Second Generation Landcare Grants. (Link)
November 3, 2008
CORANGAMITE CMA 2008 SUE HICKEY MEMORIAL GRANT RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED. (Link)
October 21, 2008
CORANGAMITE GROUPS QUALIFY FOR NATIONAL LANDCARE AWARDS.
Two environmental groups in the Corangamite region are in the running for honours in Australia's Landcare Awards. (Link)
October 17, 2008
BELLBRAE AND WINCHELSEA PUPILS ARE MAKING A COASTAL CONNECTION.
Winchelsea and Bellbrae primary school children will learn about the native fish in the Painkalac Creek estuary at a Corangamite CMA workshop. (Link)
October 15, 2008
GEELONG STUDENTS' ENVIRONMENT EFFORT REWARDED.
Pupils from three Geelong schools will join National Water Week Celebrations as a reward for helping care for their local waterway. (Link)
October 8, 2008
CMA ROWING TEAMS FACE OFF ON THE BARWON RIVER
Two Corangamite CMA rowing teams will fly the flag for river health when they face off on the Barwon River in this weekend’s Alcoa Corporate Head of the River. (Link)
October 7, 2008
TRIAL TO OPERATE POWERBOAT ON THE BARWON RIVER FOR EEL FISHING
The Corangamite CAM has approved an application for a commercial eel fishing operation in the Barwon River. (Link)
August 7, 2008
INCREASE IN ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEERS IN THE CATCHMENT
The number of people actively involved in caring for their environment in the Corangamite catchment has doubled in the past two years. (Link)
August 7, 2008
CMAs SHARE ENVIRONMENT INFORMATION AT FORUM
A knowledge sharing forum aims to strengthen communication between Corangamite Shire Council and catchment management authorities. (Link)
August 1, 2008
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR THE SUE HICKEY MEMORIAL GRANT
Corangamite CMA has opened applications for the Sue Hickey Memorial
Grants of up to $10,000 for environmental volunteers. (Link)
August 1, 2008
WINGS OVER WETLANDS BOOK RELEASED
A new bird life publication of waterbirds for the Corangamite catchment is now available. (Link)
July 23, 2008
VOLCANIC PLAINS PROJECT KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE FORUM
Scientists and researchers will share the latest information on preserving Victoria’s Volcanic Plains ecosystem at a Knowledge Exchange Forum. (Link)
July 7, 2008
NEW RIVER AND CATCHMENT MANAGER IS READY FOR A CHALLENGE
Corangamite CMA has a new river and catchment manager who says he is looking forward to the challenges of looking after a diverse catchment. (Link)
June 13, 2008
A PLAN TO IMPROVE AND PROTECT GEELONG’S BARWON RIVER
Official launch of a plan for protecting Geelong's Barwon River for the next 15 years. (Link)
June 11, 2008
CORANGAMITE CMA ANNUAL REPORT AMONG AUSTRALIA’S BEST
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is mixing it with Australia’s best when it comes to annual reporting. (Link)
May 29, 2008
HAVE A SAY IN THE FUTURE OF VICTORIA’S ENVIRONMENT
Corangamite CMA is calling on the regional community to have their say on the Victorian Government’s policy paper on “Land and Biodiversity at a time of Climate Change”. (Link)
May 29, 2008
MINISTER JOINS EDUCATION WEEK ACTIVITIES AT SERENDIP SANCTUARY
Victorian Education Minister Bronwyn Pike joined Lara Primary School pupils taking part in Waterwatch activities at Serendip Sanctuary for Education Week.(Link)
May 27, 2008
POSSUM A MAGIC MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
The environment took centre stage at a magical performance of Possum Magic at Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre today. (Link)
May 21, 2008
ESTUARIES UNMASKED DURING SEMINAR SERIES
A night seminar in Anglesea on May 29 will unlock the secrets of estuaries. (Link)
May 19, 2008
ROCK CHUTE WILL BATTLE WATERWAY EROSION
An eroded waterway and a rock chute will take centre stage in a field day near Ballarat on Friday. (Link)
April 28, 2008
GORDON REVEGETATION PLAN A GROWING SUCCESS
A Gordon community group's plans to revegetate the town's nature reserve is step closer to reality with more than 80 people planting 1000 trees at a community planting day. (Link)
April 24, 2008
ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW REACHES MEREDITH
An environmental flow released from Lal Lal Reservoir three weeks ago has reached the Meredith pumping station. (Link)
April 11, 2008
UNSEASONAL BLUE-GREEN ALGAE OUTBREAK
A section of the Barwon River is closed due to an unseasonal blue-green algae outbreak. (Link)
April 11, 2008
ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW REACHES MORRISONS
An 80-megalitre environmental flow in the Moorabool River has reached Morrisons, near Meredith. (Link)
April 7, 2008
MOORABOOL RESPONDING TO ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW
An 80-megalitre environmental flow release in the Moorabool River is advancing along the river channel about one metre a minute. (Link)
March 28, 2008
ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW RELEASE IN THE MOORABOOL
The Moorabool River is to receive a flush of fresh reservoir water in a bid to protect aquatic plant and animal life struggling due to the drought. (Link)
March 26, 2008
GELLIBRAND ESTUARY TO BE ARTIFICIALLY OPENED
The Gellibrand Estuary at Princetown is to be artificially opened this week. (Link)
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GORDON COMMUNITY AIMING TO PLANT 1500 MORE TREES
Corangamite CMA welcomes individuals and families keen to help beautify Gordon’s nature reserve to a tree planting day on April 13. (Link)
February 26, 2008
CARS TO BE RAISED FROM BARWON RIVER
Up to 20 abandoned cars will be removed from the Barwon River this week as part of Corangamite CMA’s contribution to Clean Up Australia Day activities. (Link)
February 7, 2008
SOIL HEALTH PILOT IN MEREDITH
Several tributaries to the Moorabool River near Meredith will feature in a pilot soil health project.((Link)Li
January 14, 2008
CORANGAMITE RECEIVES $400K FOR DROUGHT EMPLOYMENT
A drought relief program in the Corangamite region will employ at least seven people for environmental work such as river improvements, native vegetation protection and pest weed and animal control. (Link)
January 8, 2008
SEASON’S FIRST ALGAE OUTBREAK IN BARWON
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is closing a section of the Barwon River following the first blue-green algae outbreak of the season. (Link). (n(Link)
2007 Media Releases
January 11, 2007
CORANGAMITE CMA RE-OPENS BAUM’S WEIR
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has re-opened the Baum’s Weir area of the Barwon River following a blue-green algae bloom. (Full story)
January 23, 2007
RAIN A TEMPORARY RELIEF
More rain is needed to save the region’s drying rivers, lakes and wetlands despite the weekend’s heavy rain, according to Corangamite Catchment Management Authority. (Full story)
February 9, 2007
VIGILANTES DAMAGE WATER MONITORING STATION
A vigilante attack on a water quality monitoring station along the Moorabool River has demonstrated the community’s concern about the health of the Corangamite region’s waterways. (Full story)
February 9, 2007
BARWON CLOSED DUE TO ALGAE OUTBREAK
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has closed a section of the Barwon River to all in-water activities after an outbreak of blue-green algae. (Full story)
February 20, 2007
BARWON CLOSED DUE TO ALGAE OUTBREAK
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has closed two sections of the Barwon River to all in-water activities after an outbreak of blue-green algae. (Full story)
February 22, 2007
ESTUARYWATCH LAUNCH AT AIREYS INLET
A celebration at Aireys Inlet on Friday will herald a new era in estuary care along south-west Victoria’s coastline. (Full story)
March 1, 2007
IMPROVEMENTS TO GORDON NATURE RESERVE CONTINUES
Another 4000 trees will be planted at Gordon Nature Reserve this autumn as part of an ongoing project to protect Paddock Creek. (Full story)
March 1, 2007
CMA RE-OPENS BARWON RIVER
Rain on Wednesday has helped clear a blue-green algae outbreak in the Barwon River. (Full story)
March 5, 2007
COMMUNITY CAN CONTRIBUTE TO NOXIOUS WEEDS REVIEW
People living in the Corangamite region can have their say in a statewide review of noxious weed declarations. (Full story)
March 19, 2007
BANK STABILISATION WORK ON YARROWEE RIVER
The Yarrowee River at Magpie is one of the first waterways in the Corangamite region to have its banks stabilised by a series of strategically-placed timber poles. (Full story)
March 28, 2007
JOAN KIRNER TO SPEAK AT CORANGAMITE LANDCARE FORUM
Former Victorian Premier Joan Kirner will speak at an event in Geelong this weekend celebrating 20 years of Landcare in the Corangamite region. (Full story)
March 29, 2007
BLUE-GREEN OUTBREAK BARWON RIVER
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has closed a section of the Barwon River to all in-water activities following an outbreak of blue-green algae. (Full story)
April 10, 2007
AUTHORITY COMPARES WATER PRICES
People in the Corangamite region are paying up to $2.7 million per megalitre for bottled water. Corangamite CMA's board considered some indicative comparisons to water pricing to better understand the region's water shortages.
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April 19, 2007
LOCAL MEMBER TO PLANT TREE AT GORDON
Member for Ballarat Catherine King (MP) will lead a tree planting ceremony at Gordon Nature Reserve on May 6. (Full story)
May 21, 2007
COMMUNITY ESTUARWATCHERS OPERATIONAL
Four new EstuaryWatch groups are operating in the Corangamite catchment. (Full story)
April 19, 2007
BLUE-GREEN CLEAR BARWON RIVER
The Barwon River through Geelong is open again after three weeks of closures due to blue-green algae. (Full story)
WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY TREASURE HUNT
Mystery, intrigue and an ecological treasure hunt will mark World Environment Day in the Corangamite catchment. (Full story)
May 15, 2007
SUCCESSFUL GORDON COMMUNITY PLANTING DAY
The Gordon community planted more than 750 native trees, shrubs and grasses at the latest instalment of a restoration project for Paddock Creek. (Full story)
May 15, 2007
FORUM STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIPS
Civic leaders from across the Corangamite region came together to strengthen partnerships in environmental management. (Full story)
July 25, 2007
HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE BARWON RIVER’S FUTURE
Community members can have their say on the future of the Barwon River through Geelong at a public information night on Thursday. (Full story)
July 25, 2007
NO TREE COLLARS ON CMA LAND
There are no possum-preventing tree collars on land managed by Corangamite CMA along the Barwon River. (Full story)
August 10, 2007
REWARDING ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEERS
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority wants to reward people who volunteer their time to protect and improve our environment. (Full story)
August 30, 2007
CORANGAMITE VOLUNTEERS FEATURE IN STATE AWARDS
Landcare volunteers from the Corangamite region claimed three major titles at this year’s Victorian Landcare Awards. (Full story)
September 6, 2007
RIVER HEALTH AND DIRECT SEEDING FIELD DAY AT LAL LAL
A field day at Lal Lal will demonstrate how landholders with river frontage can improve the health of their land, while also improving water quality in water supply catchments. (Full story)
November 29, 2007
CRUTCHFIELD LAUNCHES SOIL HEALTH AND SALINITY STRATEGIES
Parliamentary Secretary for the Environment and Water Michael Crutchfield will launch two new strategies in Ballarat this week that aim to protect our roads, houses, farms and the environment from salinity and soil health issues. (Full story)
2006 Media releases
January 18, 2006
BLUE-GREEN ALGAE HITS BARWON
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) closed a section of the Barwon River today to all ‘in-water’ activities after an outbreak of blue-green algae. (Full story)
January 19, 2006
ALL ABOARD FOR SKANDIA GEELONG WEEK 2006
A popular part of Skandia Geelong Week is the ‘Two Connies’ who return again this year to help distribute the message about catchment health for the Corangamite CMA. (Full story)
June 2, 2006
LINTON’S KEVIN KNIGHT HONOURED AT CATCHMENT AWARDS
Linton farmer Kevin Knight received a prestigious award last night honouring his long-term commitment to the health of the region’s catchment.(Full story)
June 2, 2006
PROFILES OF AWARD WINNERS
Read more about the achievements of the Powercor Corangamite CMA Catchment Awards winners by following the link. (Full story)
June 7, 2006
CONGRATULATIONS AND THANKYOU
Corangamite CMA would like to thank sponsors (Link) and congratulate winners and finalists (Link).
June 9, 2006
PADDOCK CREEK MEETING SEEKS COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
A community meeting at Gordon on June 21 will discuss the revegetation of the Paddock Creek. (Full story).
June 13, 2006
CORANGAMITE CMA TO SIGN MOU
Traditional dancing will set the scene for a new spirit of co-operation between Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and the region’s Aboriginal community organisations. (Full story)
June 14, 2006
CORANGAMITE CMA WINS BRONZE AWARD FOR ANNUAL REPORT
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is mixing it with Australia’s best when it comes to annual reporting. (Full story)
June 16, 2006
CORANGAMITE CMA BOARD REACHES MILESTONE
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority celebrated a milestone when its board met for the 100th time. (Full story)
June 22, 2006
MOU MARKS NEW SPIRIT OF CO-OPERATION
Natural resource management and Aboriginal cultural heritage brought four south-west Victorian organisations together yesterday. (Full story)
June 22, 2006
DRAFT REHABILITATION PLAN FOR GORDON PUBLIC RESERVE
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has presented a draft rehabilitation and management plan for the Gordon Public Reserve to the Gordon community. (Full story)
July 18, 2006
VCAT PRESIDENT TO SPEAK AT COLAC NRM SEMINAR
The president of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal will speak at a seminar in Colac this week. (Full story)
July 18, 2006
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING AT GORDON RESERVE
The Gordon community can play a hands-on role in the restoration of Paddock Creek at a tree planting day in August. (Full story)
August 4 , 2006
BIRDS BENEFIT FROM GORDON PUBLIC RESERVE IMPROVEMENTS
Native birds stand to benefit from the removal of willow trees at Gordon Public Reserve. (Full story)
August 9 , 2006
GRANT RECOGNISES COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS
People across the Corangamite region volunteer their time to protect and improve our environment without seeking reward or recognition. (Full story)
September 4 , 2006
COMMUNITY WILL GUIDE CREEK IMPROVEMENTS
The Pennyroyal and Deans Marsh creeks south-east of Colac are to receive a facelift. (Full story)
September 12 , 2006
COAST TO BENEFIT FROM AGENCY TEAMWORK
The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and Western Coastal Board will meet at Lorne to strengthen their relationship in areas of common interest along the coast. (Full story)
September 14 , 2006
PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN ENJOY A TRIP TO THE "CIRCUS"
Geelong primary and secondary school students enjoyed a day at a different kind of circus, courtesy of the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and City of Greater Geelong. (Full story)
September 21 , 2006
LAUNCH OF OTWAY FLORA GUIDE
Exquisite hand-painted illustrations of native flora feature in a new book that unlocks some of the rare and beautiful secrets of the Otway plain and ranges. (Full story)
September 21 , 2006
AGENCIES TEAM UP TO BENEFIT COAST
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and Western Coastal Board will form a working group to address issues of common interest along the coast. (Full story)
September 21 , 2006
WHAT ARE YOUR WETLANDS WORTH?
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is offering landholders a chance to help their wetlands. (Full story)
September 27 , 2006
COMMUNITY INPUT TO CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Community input is helping shape a plan for the restoration of the Pennyroyal and Deans Marsh creeks. (Full story)
September 28 , 2006
MOORABOOL MONITORING PROGRAM COMMENCES
Water quality monitoring along the Moorabool River and its tributaries will help measure the success of Corangamite Catchment Management Authority’s waterway improvement projects. (Full story)
October 12 , 2006
PORTLAND CHILDREN LEARN ABOUT VICTORIAN VOLCANIC PLAINS
An activity day for Portland school children next week will unlock the secrets of the Victorian Volcanic Plains through dance, art and face-to-face encounters with reptiles and birds. (Full story)
October 16 , 2006
ELAINE CARBINES HELPS CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF LANDCARE
Parliamentary Secretary for Environment Elaine Carbines helped celebrate 20 years of Landcare in the Corangamite region with the launch of a new mini-movie. (Full story)
October 25 , 2006
GRAZING NATIVE GRASSLANDS FIELD DAY
A field day at Darlington will discuss ways farmers can improve grazing capacity on native and exotic pastures. (Full story)
November 1 , 2006
VOLUNTEERS REWARDED WITH SUE HICKEY GRANT
Six individuals and groups shared in more than $10,000 of funding as part of this year’s grants program, which perpetuates the memory of former Corangamite CMA staff member Sue Hickey. (Full story)
November 6 , 2006
CORANGAMITE CMA BOARD TOURS THE BARWON
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority’s Board will reinforce its commitment to the Barwon River with a tour to see the authority’s achievements and challenges firsthand. (Full story)
November 17 , 2006
NEW BALLARAT DROUGHT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
A new employment program will provide jobs to people affected by drought in the Ballarat region. (Full story)
November 17, 2007
CMA SPONSORS RURAL LEADERSHIP FORUM
Four women from the Corangamite region developed their leadership skills as part of a forum to manage change in the rural sector. (Full story)
November 29 , 2006
CORANGAMITE LANDCARE GRANTS TOTAL $173K
A dozen Landcare groups in the Corangamite region will share in more than $173,000 of funding to protect the environment. (Full story)
November 30 , 2006
KEEPING DOGS ON LEADS ALONG THE BARWON
Before you head for Geelong’s Barwon River with your dog in tow, remember to put your four-legged friend on a lead. (Full story)
November 30 , 2006
REMOVAL OF EXOTIC TREES PROTECTS BARWON RIVER
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has reinforced its commitment to replacing exotic vegetation with native species along the Barwon River in Geelong. (Full story)
December 6 , 2006
GET INVOLVED IN CARING FOR YOUR LOCAL ESTUARY
If you live along the Victorian coast, chances are you’ve been swimming, fishing, boating or have simply paddled your feet in your local estuary.
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December 15 , 2006
AUTHORITY MONITORING BARWON FOR BLUE-GREEN ALGAE
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has warned Geelong residents to be on the look out for blue-green algae in the Barwon River. (Full story)
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