Nillumbik has a new Biodiversity Strategy that demonstrates Council's commitment to protecting and enhancing the Shire's biodiversity and environment.
The Nillumbik Biodiversity Strategy 2024-2034, which was unanimously endorsed at the 30 July Council meeting, provides a comprehensive framework to guide Council over the coming decade.
It outlines clear goals, targets and objectives that aim to protect our flora and fauna and enhance native habitats, while also supporting our community to care for and connect with nature.
Many factors have informed its development including research, environmental data, extensive community consultation, government policy and adopted Council strategies.
Mayor Ben Ramcharan said that the community consultation undertaken for the Strategy highlights how passionate and dedicated the community is about protecting Nillumbik's biodiversity.
"We are the Green Wedge Shire and we are so proud of our biodiversity, it's the reason so many people choose to live here and I think we are wonderfully blessed to have the incredible flora and fauna that make Nillumbik so unique," he said.
"In the face of growing environmental challenges, including climate change and habitat loss, the need for a strategic approach to biodiversity conservation is critical."
The Strategy has four focus areas of action: Leadership and advocacy, People and partnerships, Species and habitat enhancement, and Mitigating threatening processes and impacts.
"Central to the success of preserving our Shire's precious environment, is the ongoing dedicated efforts of our Nillumbik local volunteers and landholders who contribute to protecting and enhancing Nillumbik's biodiversity," Cr Ramcharan said.
"Their commitment is invaluable, and we acknowledge it is through their dedication that, together, we can achieve meaningful progress towards our goals of having healthy biodiversity and a community that values and cares for nature."
To read the document visit nillumbik.vic.gov.au/biodiversity-strategy
