Project Update - CMP Stage 2

In November 2021, Council commissioned the consultancy team of Rhelm to undertake Stages 2 to 4 of this Coastal Management Program (CMP).

It is anticipated that it will take approximately 14 months to progress through Stages 2 to 4. The development of the program will include extensive engagement with the local community, business owners, community groups, indigenous groups, and relevant government agencies.

What happens in Stage 2?

The project is now commencing Stage 2. The purpose of this stage is to understand the issues that affect the environmental, social, cultural, and economic values of the Lower Shoalhaven River. Stage 2 will consider historical events, current conditions, and future trends (including population growth, and climate change).

Stage 2 will define the coastal hazards within the area, modelling and mapping of the region and create a risk assessment based on the hazard mapping models. This will help 'complete the picture' of the various kinds of hazards that affect our coastline and estuaries.

This stage will take place from late 2021 through to late 2022. The next stage, Stage 3, will then develop potential management actions that can address key risks, and preserve what we love about the Lower Shoalhaven River.

How can I be involved?

We’d like anybody who is interested in, values, or lives near the coast to have a say in its management.

Council has developed this Get Involved page for the project, which will provide relevant information on the CMP, regular progress updates, and provide a number of ways for the community to have their say. Please forward any questions you have on this project through the 'Questions' tab on this Get Involved web page.

Council is excited to work alongside a highly experienced and professional team at Rhelm to develop this CMP. Council will be working closely with the North Coastal Management Program Advisory Committee and the wider community as the project progresses.