The Arlen River flows from the ranges through farmland, growing communities and wetlands before reaching the coast. It’s an important habitat for native wildlife, supports farming and recreation, and plays a vital role in carrying water through our region during heavy rainfall.
But the health of the river is under pressure. Poor water quality, erosion, loss of streamside vegetation and increasing flood risk are affecting parts of the catchment.
Arlen Regional Council is developing a long-term plan to restore the Arlen River and the waterways that feed into it.
What are we trying to achieve?
Our goal is a healthier river system that supports people, wildlife and the wider environment, while helping communities become more resilient to flooding and a changing climate.
Over the next 10 years, we're proposing to work with communities and landowners to:
Improve water quality across the catchment
Restore native vegetation along rivers and streams
Reduce erosion and sediment entering waterways
Improve habitat for native fish and other wildlife
Protect and restore wetlands
Reduce flood risk for vulnerable communities
What we've heard so far
Early conversations with communities across the catchment have highlighted a number of priorities
Better protection from flooding
Cleaner waterways
Practical support for landowners
Have your say
Proposal to implement a Low Emission Zone (LEZ)
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The Arlen River connects our communities, our productive land and our natural environment. This project is about looking after the whole catchment — improving water quality, restoring habitat and making sure our communities are better prepared for flooding and a changing climate. The knowledge and experience of local people will be essential in deciding where we focus our efforts.
