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What's Going On With Our River Community Event

Please join Barwon Water, Corangamite CMA and Upper Barwon Landcare Network to discuss what’s been happening in the Upper Barwon since the last forum, the future plan and go take […]
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eDNA Platypus Survey - Upper Barwon River

Please join Upper Barwon Landcare Network and Corangamite CMA Citizen Science program in Birregurra on Saturday 13th April to participate in an eDNA survey for platypus, fish and frogs. This […]
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BLUE-GREEN ALGAE OUTBREAK CONTINUES IN BARWON RIVER IN GEELONG

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority advises that the Barwon River in Geelong from below Baum's Weir to the Lower Breakwater is still experiencing an outbreak of blue-green algae which was […]
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BLUE-GREEN ALGAE OUTBREAK REMAINS FOR BARWON RIVER IN GEELONG

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority advises that the Barwon River in Geelong from below Baum's Weir to the Lower Breakwater is still experiencing an outbreak of blue-green algae.  Warning signs […]
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BARWON RIVER CLOSED DUE TO BLUE-GREEN ALGAE OUTBREAK

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority has temporarily closed the Barwon River in Geelong following a blue-green algae outbreak. The Barwon River is closed with warning signs placed along affected stretches […]
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VISUAL SIGHTINGS OF AN ALGAE OUTBREAK ON THE BARWON RIVER

We have been notified of visual sightings of an algae outbreak on the Barwon River. This is likely to contain toxic blue-green algae species. The bloom has been noticed just […]
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RIPARIAN WORKS ON THE UPPER BARWON

Our Riparian Team has been working with Woods Environmental Services to complete willow removal works on both the Barwon River - West Branch and East Branch near the township of […]
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SIZING UP THE UPPER BARWON

We want to avoid contributing to flooding while releases of water for the environment are taking place from the West Barwon Reservoir. To do this, we need to collect additional […]
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ENVIRONMENTAL WATER RELEASES BEGIN DOWN THE WEST BRANCH

Releases of environmental water for the 2023-24 water year began on the 2nd of February 2024 at a rate of 2 megalitres per day down the west branch of the […]
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Help protect the Otways FREE Phytophthora cinnamomi Hygiene Training

When: Saturday 2nd March 2024 What: Please join the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and/hosted by the Upper Barwon Landcare Network for an information and training session on Phytophthora cinnamomi hygiene and […]
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NEW MASTERPLAN LAUNCHED AND $1.7M IN FUNDING RECEIVED BOTH WILL PROVIDE HUGE BENEFITS TO THE GEELONG REGION

The final Kitjarra-dja-bul Bullarto langi-ut masterplan was formally released by Christine Couzens, State MP for Geelong, on behalf of the Minister for Water, the Hon. Harriet Shing, at the Moorabool […]
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Electro-fishing demonstration- Community meet and greet

Event Description: Barwon Water is partnering with Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA) to assess the health of fish populations within the Upper Barwon River. The Arthur Rylah Institute will conduct […]
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CORANGAMITE CMA ANNOUNCES PUBLIC CONSULATION PERIOD FOR THE BARWON THROUGH GEELONG DRAFT WATERWAY RULES

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is inviting the public to provide their feedback on the draft waterway rules for the Barwon Through Geelong stretching from Orana Road to the […]
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WELL DONE FRESHWATER CREEK STEINER SCHOOL

Congratulations to Freshwater Creek Steiner School Inc. on completing their 2022 Victorian Landcare Project, 'Revegetation of Farming Land with Indigenous Plantings & Rabbit Exclusion Fence'.  With over 1828 volunteer hours, […]
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THE HEALTH OF OUR RIVERS IS IN GOOD HANDS WITH FUTURE GENERATIONS LEADING THE CHANGE

The next generation is taking a proactive role in shaping the future of waterway health through participation in the River Detectives Program, run by five Catchment Management Authorities across Victoria […]
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CORANGAMITE CMA ANNOUNCES RAMSAR WEEK 12-16TH FEBRUARY 2024

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA) proudly presents Ramsar Week 2024. Ramsar Week (February 12-16th) serves as a dedicated event to elevate awareness regarding the ecological significance of Ramsar Wetland […]
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SUPPORTING LANDCARE VOLUNTEERS ACROSS AUSTRALIA

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 Victorian Landcare Grants in the Corangamite CMA region. Environmental volunteer groups and networks are sharing in $3.98 million in funding for projects to […]
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Come and Try EstuaryWatch

Join a team of citizen scientists to learn more about water quality in the Barwon River estuary. When: Thursday 1st February, 9-11 am Where: Meet at 8 Jetty Rd Barwon […]
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Orange-bellied Parrot Information & ID Session

When: Tuesday 13th February 2024 – 10am til 11:30am Meeting Point: 13th Beach Golf Club, 1732 Barwon Heads Road, Barwon Heads, 3227 https://maps.app.goo.gl/oLFJMDZkeoUZHYHm7 The session will be held in the […]
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2nd Canoe Tour Swan Bay

Meeting Point: The Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre - 2A Bellarine Hwy, Queenscliff VIC 3225   https://maps.app.goo.gl/jPDHcg6L3q9MWnYy5  The activity will begin at the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre. From here you […]
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Western Treatment Plant Tour with Melbourne Water

When: Tuesday 13th February 2024 – 9:15am til 12pm Meeting Point: Presidents Park Playground – 370 McGrath Road, Wyndham Vale. https://maps.app.goo.gl/L85qT92HwKuLNToj7 Please ensure you arrive on time so you do […]
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Wetland Bird ID Walk – Lake Martin

When: Friday 16th February 2024 – 9am til 12pm Meeting Point: Lake Martin – the southern end of the Lower Cressy-Beeac Rd, Cressy. https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZBs7mU4SfAnfGjXp9 Please park and leave your cars […]
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Wetland Bird ID Walk – Avalon Saltworks

When: Thursday 15th February 2024 – 9am til 12pm Meeting Point: Avalon Coastal Reserve – please meet at the end of Avalon Foreshore Road, Avalon in the turnaround. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Toh5cD7fWf27Kvmj7 What: […]
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Wadawurrung and Wetlands

When: Friday 16th of February – 9am til 12pm Meeting Point: Please be aware that this activity will be conducted at two locations. Meet at Location 1 – Point Impossible, […]
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Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve Walking Tour

When: Thursday 15th of February – 9am-12pm Meeting Point: Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve - Beach Road, St Leonards VIC 3223 https://maps.app.goo.gl/QcZM5rxDkCT9BQcG6 What: Join the Friends of Edwards Point and Corangamite […]
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Wetland Walking Tour with Hobsons Bay Wetlands Centre

When: Wednesday 14th February – 9:30am til 12:30pm Meeting Point: 274 Queen Street, Altona VIC 3018 https://maps.app.goo.gl/DL6XBMWk5Q3yab288 What: Join Hobsons Bay Wetlands Centre on a guided walk to immerse yourself […]
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Corangamite Water Skink Surveying

Meeting Point: Baynes Road, Alvie VIC 3249  https://maps.app.goo.gl/rEMnqZv2Z4nbD8Jf7  This activity will be held on the edge of Lake Corangamite on private property. Access will be through a farm gate and […]
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Canoe Tour of Swan Bay

Meeting Point: The Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre - 2A Bellarine Hwy, Queenscliff VIC 3225   https://maps.app.goo.gl/jPDHcg6L3q9MWnYy5  The activity will begin at the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre. From here you […]
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EPA INSTALLS WATER QUALITY MONITORING EQUIPMENT IN LOCAL WATERAYS

In a proactive move to safeguard local waterways,  EPA , with support from Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Corporation, deployed water quality monitoring devices known as “sondes” […]
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KITJARRA-DJA-BUL BULLARTO LANGI-UT MASTERPLAN

The Kiitjarra-dja-bul Bullarto langi-ut project covers the Lower Moorabool River corridor from near Meredith to Geelong and the Lower Barwon River corridor from Geelong to Barwon Heads. A draft masterplan […]
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HEALTHY PLATYPUS POPULATIONS CALL THE LIVING MOORABOOL HOME

Eleven landholders have committed to restoring their sections of the Moorabool River through a combination of fencing to protect this important waterway and planting native trees and shrubs to help […]
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SUSTAINABLE DAIRIES WORKSHOP GIVES DAIRY FARMERS A HELPING HAND

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA), West Vic Dairy and Agriculture Victoria are partnering to host a four-day workshop series in December to help farmers better understand nutrient budgeting and […]
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2022-2023 CORANGAMITE CMA CELEBRATES AUTHORITIES’ SUCCESS

The successful completion of the draft masterplan for the Kitjarra-dja- Bullarto Langi-ut project, the delivery of two cultural burns on Wadawurrung Country and the third release of nineteen captivity-bred Orange-bellied […]
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HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE CURDIES

ARE you a resident within the Curdies Catchment? Do you visit the Curdies River to fish or boat? Are you a tourist travelling to Peterborough? Then the Curdies River Coordinating […]
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Surf Coast Otways Restoration

Current Projects
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Rivers of Gold & Western District Lakes Project

Current Projects  
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City to Sea - Lower Barwon River & Ramsar Wetlands

Current Projects
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Delivering Integrated Catchment Management for the Gellibrand  

DELIVERING INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT FOR THE GELLIBRAND   The Delivering Integrated Catchment Management for the Gellibrand Project aims to improve the waterway health of the Gellibrand River by building on […]
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Barwon Waterbug Surveys

If you would like to learn about waterway condition of the Barwon River, come along to a waterbug surveys event with the Corangamite CMA Citizen Science Program, Gerangamete & Forrest […]
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Come and Try WaterWatch at Winchelsea

Are you interested in monitoring long term water quality in the Barwon River near Winchelsea and Birregurra? Volunteers are needed to measure parameters such as oxygen content, salinity and water clarity […]
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Contact Us

Colac Office

64 Dennis Street, Colac VIC 3250
PO Box 159, Colac, VIC 3250
Hours: 8:30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday

T: 1800 002 262
E: info@ccma.vic.gov.au

Geelong office

BARWON WATER OFFICES
Hours: 8:30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday
All mail must be sent via our Colac office
PO Box 159, Colac, VIC 3250

T: 1800 002 262
E: info@ccma.vic.gov.au