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February 25, 2026

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN FOR COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES ON THE CURDIES RIVER COORDINATING COMMITTEE

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA), on behalf of the Curdies River Coordinating Committee, is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from community members to join the Committee as community representatives. The Committee is seeking community […]

February 24, 2026

HOW WE’RE USING SPATIAL DATA TO SUPPORT FIRE RECOVERY ACROSS THE CORANGAMITE REGION

When bushfires impact our landscapes, getting a clear picture of what’s been affected—and how badly—can be challenging. That’s why Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is using spatial information and computer-based mapping to help guide our response. What we’re doing We combine up to date fire extent data […]

February 2, 2026

COLLECTING CRITICAL DATA TO STRENGTHEN FUTURE FLOOD MODELLING AFTER FLASH FLOOD EVENT

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) teams have been on the ground across the region following the 15 January 2026 flash flood event, gathering vital information to help improve future flood […]

January 20, 2026

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING ONE ANOTHER AFTER LAST WEEK'S SEVERE STORM AND FLASH FLOODING

With 182.2mm of rain falling in just six hours last Thursday, our thoughts are with everyone affected by the severe storm and flash flooding event along the Great Ocean Road. We want to acknowledge the incredible efforts of […]

January 15, 2026

SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE FOR BUSHFIRE IMPACTED COMMUNITIES

With extensive bushfire impacts across the state, and some areas continuing to burn in our region, Corangamite CMA acknowledges the devastation caused to communities, landholders and Country. Our thoughts are […]

January 15, 2026

RESPECT THE FLOW – KEEP THE MOORABOOL RIVER RUNNING

People blocking a culvert at Dollys Creek Road crossing on the Moorabool River have contributed to severe flow stress in the lower reaches of the river around Batesford and Meredith. This blockage exacerbates impacts of the recent hot, dry […]

December 19, 2025

HELPING PLATYPUS AND THREATENED SPECIES THRIVE ON THE YARROWEE

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and the City of Ballarat have partnered to restore river and water habitats critical for platypus and other threatened species on the Yarrowee River in […]

December 16, 2025

FISH MONITORING ON THE BARWON RIVER WITH ARI

Last week, as part of our Urban Rivers and Catchments - Fish Passage Project, we met with Arthur Rylah Institute (ARI) on the Barwon River to conduct fish monitoring. Over […]

December 10, 2025

RAMSAR WEEK 2026: CELEBRATING OUR GLOBALLY SIGNIFICANT WETLANDS

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has announced the return of Ramsar Week, running from 2-6 February 2026, and kicking off on World Wetlands Day. This annual celebration showcases the ecological […]

December 8, 2025

REFLECTING ON A YEAR OF CONNECTION AND COLLABORATION: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT NETWORK IN 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, we celebrate a year of learning, networking, and shared passion through the Community Engagement Network (CEN). This year, our members came together for two […]

November 19, 2025

CONNECT, CELEBRATE, COLLABORATE: NATIVE NURSERY EXPO BRINGS INDUSTRY TOGETHER

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and Melbourne Water are proud to host the Native Nursery Expo, the first in a series of events designed to bring together and celebrate the […]

November 13, 2025

THE BARWON FLAGSHIP PROJECT - 2024/25 PROGRESS REPORT HAS BEEN RELEASED

The Barwon Flagship project 2024-2025 Progress Report has now been released. The report provides a summary of progress on the Barwon Flagship project for the 2024/25 financial year. The Barwon Flagship […]

November 5, 2025

RURAL WOMEN UNITE TO DRIVE FEMALE LEADERSHIP IN AGRICULTURE

More than 40 rural women gathered at the historic Barwon Park Mansion in Winchelsea on 16 October to celebrate International Day of Rural Women and explore pathways to leadership in […]

October 23, 2025

CORANGAMITE CMA WELCOMES NEW CHAIR AND BOARD MEMBERS

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has welcomed the recent appointment of Board members by the Minister for Water, including the appointment of existing Director Michael Watson as Board Chair, alongside […]

October 9, 2025

CORANGAMITE CMA FAREWELLS BOARD CHAIR AND MEMBERS

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is farewelling four long-term and highly respected board members, including Chair Cath Jenkins, whose leadership has helped shape the organisation’s strategic direction and regional […]

October 2, 2025

DRAFT BARWON RIVER THROUGH GEELONG RECREATIONAL AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN OPEN FOR COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

*Update Friday 24 October 2025: the community consultation period has now closed* 2 October 2025 Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is seeking public feedback on a draft Barwon River through […]

September 12, 2025

SMALL BLOCKS BIG DREAMS IS BACK: EMPOWERING SMALL PROPERTY OWNERS

September 10, 2025

GREAT BIG NEWS FOR A VERY LITTLE FISH

At the foot of the Otways in the headwaters of the Barwon River, a small native fish, the appropriately named Little Galaxias, resides. In what would have once been a […]

September 10, 2025

PROTECT PLATYPUS: SEIZE IT, SNIP IT, BIN IT

Take action this September for Platypus Month and protect these incredible animals from loopy litter! Items like rubber bands, hair ties, plastic rings, fishing line, string, and twine are deadly […]

August 12, 2025

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR DROUGHT AFFECTED AG SECTOR

Farmers, farm workers and agricultural business employees impacted by the ongoing drought conditions in the south west can now apply to be part of the Catchment Management Authority (CMA) Drought […]

July 15, 2025

THE CORANGAMITE REGIONAL WATERWAY STRATEGY IS BEING RENEWED

The Corangamite Regional Waterway Strategy is being renewed. The new strategy will guide investment in waterway management for the next 10 years across the Corangamite CMA region, which stretches from […]

July 3, 2025

CURDIES RIVER COORDINATING COMMITTEE'S STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS PLAN 2025-30: A VISION FOR COLLABORATION, COMMITMENT AND TRANSPARENCY

CORANGAMITE CMA ON BEHALF OF THE CURDIES RIVER COORDINATING COMMITTEE Last week, the Curdies River Coordinating Committee launched its strategic plan for 2025-30, outlining a roadmap for the next five […]

June 24, 2025

CORANGAMITE CMA AND TRADITIONAL OWNERS HELP KEEP STRESSED MOORABOOL RIVER FLOWING

Keeping a river flowing in dry conditions can be a significant challenge, which is why Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) and Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA), supported by both […]

June 17, 2025

ENSURING ACCURACY AND RELIABILITY FOR OUR VOLUNTEERS

Throughout April and May, Corangamite CMA EstuaryWatch and WaterWatch volunteers participated in regional Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) events. These sessions are a key part of maintaining high data integrity across […]

June 6, 2025

VIC CMAs GET IT DONE: 2024 ACTIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS REPORT RELEASED

Each year, Victoria's ten Catchment Management Authorities showcase their statewide achievements via an Actions and Achievements report. For over 27 years, Victoria’s CMAs (and Melbourne Water) have been caring […]

June 3, 2025

SIX ACTIONS YOU CAN TAKE TO PROTECT OUR WATERWAYS

In the lead up to World Environment Day on Thursday 5 June 2025, Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has issued a list of six actions that people can take to […]

May 27, 2025

CORANGAMITE CMA STRENGTHENS COMMITMENT TO RECONCILIATION

This week, from 27 May to 3 June 2025, is National Reconciliation Week, a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements with Aboriginal and […]

May 5, 2025

LEARN HOW TO MANAGE TREES AND SHRUBS FOR CONSERVATION AND PROFIT

Want to grow and manage trees for multiple outcomes such as shelter, profit, conservation, or carbon but don’t know where to begin? Would you like to know how vegetation can […]

April 22, 2025

BARWON THROUGH GEELONG - EROSION CONTROL WORKS, APRIL 2025

The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) will be coordinating erosion control works within the Barwon Through Geelong parklands precinct from 28th April to the 9th May, 2025. Ongoing degradation of […]

March 7, 2025

WOMEN LEADING THE WAY AT CORANGAMITE CMA

Tomorrow, 8 March, is International Women’s Day, a day where the world honours the achievements of women across all aspects of life – social, economic, cultural, and political – while […]

February 28, 2025

JOINT ACTION PLAN TO FLOW FROM NEW SHARED VISION

Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and Barwon Water have committed to advancing their partnership and implementing a range of shared priorities. The organisations have struck a new Partnership Agreement, which […]

February 27, 2025

TESTING THE WATERS TO IMPROVE SOUTH-WEST FARM DAMS

A new pilot project in the Corangamite catchment will help farmers and landowners to make their farm damsmore productive, sustainable, and minimise water loss. Minister for Water Gayle Tierney today […]

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