Kinmond
Creek Riparian Improvement Project
Australian Government Envirofund (start
November 2007)
The purpose of this project is to
improve the riparian condition of
and expand the extent of native vegetation
on Kinmond Creek and its’ tributaries.
Three properties in this area, with
sustainable land uses and principles,
will undertake revegetation, fencing
and weed removal along the riparian
areas.
These landholders recognise the
value of riparian vegetation in the
reduction of nutrient and sediment
loads downstream of agricultural production.
The project proposes to minimise downstream
impacts through the increased filtration
and bank stabilization provided by
riparian vegetation and the exclusion
of hoofed animals within the watercourse.
An increase in available habitat for
native fauna, and improvements in
connectivity of wildlife corridors
within the catchment are also expected
results.
“Agriculture contributes significantly
to the local economy and occurs mainly
in the Kin Kin/Cootharaba sub-catchment.”
(Noosa River Catchment Management
Strategy).
“The very nature of agricultural
activities will generally cause some
level of environmental impact….impacts
can generally be minimised if agricultural
activities are appropriately managed.”
(Planning Scheme Review : Agriculture
& Agricultural Land in Noosa Shire).
If you require any information please
contact Don Maskall on 07 5485 2155
or email projects1@noosalandcare.org
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