This project aims to restore fish habitat as well as protect built infrastructure including an old rock wall, recreational areas, and the community's environmental values. Thousands of mangroves will be planted in 2022-2023. This is part of a larger federal funded project being led by Ozfish in partnership with MPS, Melbourne Water and Bass Coast Landcare Network. The project required approval from Parks Victoria under the Marine and Coastal Act 2018.
Mangroves
Method: Planting: direct seeding
Mangrove species: White Mangrove (Laguncularia racemosa)
Planting density: TBD
Seedling age at planting (months): More mature seedlings will be considered after the first year depending on initial success
Approach
Mangroves
Geographic context
Estuary
Organisation responsible
Melbourne Water (Westernport Catchment Management Authority)
Primary objective
Habitat restoration
Coastal hazard
Erosion, Storms
Asset vulnerable
Built, Recreational, Natural
Length of coastline targeted (m)
500
Area of project (ha)
2
Date of completion
2023
Cost ($AUD)
$30,000
Source of project funding
Federal government
Project approvals needed
State