To mitigate the effects of climate change on the coastline, the City of Casey has developed a draft Coastal Framework. The framework, which the community can now view and provide feedback about, will provide information and guidelines as to how the council will manage and adapt to coastal hazards. This includes coastal erosion, temporary inundation, and sea-level rise.
Situated within Western Port Bay, Casey’s coastline encompasses the communities of Warneet, Cannons Creek, Blind Bight, and Tooradin. The coast is important for the animals and ecosystems that live in this area, particularly the endangered species of shorebirds that reside in native mangroves, seagrass beds and saltmarshes. Not only this, but the coastline is also important for the economic vitality of the city of Casey council community.
Reports have shown an increase in sea levels in Western Port Bay, causing hazards of land erosion and temporary flooding. These hazards continue to negatively impact environmental, economic and social factors of the community.
The framework is being funded through the Department of Transport and Planning’s Coastal Planning Grants program.
For more information and to share your feedback visit Casey Conversations or come and speak with Council at community pop-ups at Blind Bight Community Centre on Sunday 26 May at 2.00 pm, and at Tooradin Sports Club on Wednesday 29 May at 4.00 pm.
Consultation is open until 7 June 2024.
Once community feedback is reviewed, the draft Coastal Framework is expected to be considered by Council for adoption in late 2024.
More information can also be found at casey.vic.gov.au/news/have-your-say-draft-casey-coastal-framework
