What Are CMA Incentive Programs?
NSW Catchment Management Authorities have been provided with funding under the joint Commonwealth-State Natural Heritage Trust program for the implementation of natural resource management projects.
The CMAs are making available funding to landholders and community groups to undertake biodiversity, water, coastal management, marine and land resource projects.
The funding is available through CMAs, local councils and private contractors.
Details of the projects and contact personnel will be posted on this page, as the information becomes available.
Where details are not available for your region, contact your CMA to find out about projects that are currently being funded and how you can become involved.
Which CMA are you?
There are 13 Catchment Management Authorities in NSW. To find out which CMA region you are in go to http://www.cma.nsw.gov.au
General Incentive Programs
Fish Friendly Farms 'Demonstration Farm'
Fish Friendly Farms is a NSW DPI program developed to engage and assist landholders in recognising the benefits of healthy aquatic habitat and provides advice on sustainable management options to enhance riverine health, improve native fish numbers and increase farm productivity.
NSW Department of Primary Industries, in partnership with the NSW Farmers Association, NSW Council of Freshwater Anglers and the Murray Darling Basin Commission and with funding from the Environmental Trust, are inviting landholders in coastal and inland catchments of NSW to express their interest in making their property a Fish Friendly ‘Demonstration Farm’.
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Funding Opportunities for Landcare and Coastcare Projects
Funding opportunities for individuals, schools and community groups undertaking new or existing Landcare and Coastcare projects are available through Landcare Australia.
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Wetland Restoration Sites - Nomination Form
Funds to improve wetland management can become available at any time. WetlandCare Australia receives donations and sponsorships to improve wetlands, and applies for funding from regional Catchment Management Authorities (NRMs in some states), Natural Heritage Trust, Envirofund, Environmental Trusts, Local Government, Recreational Fishing Trusts, various philanthropic foundations, and others.
WetlandCare Australia invites you to nominate suitable wetland sites for assessment and possible future action. We will try and find appropriate funds, and assist you to develop and implement suitable works.
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Hawkesbury Nepean
Hawkesbury Nepean River Restoration Project
Landholders can apply for grants up to $20,000 for works to protect and restore creek and river banks throughout the Hawkesbury Nepean catchment.
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Hawkesbury Nepean CMA Wetlands Management Program
Funding is available for protection and restoration of floodplain wetlands, peat swamps and isolated mountain swamps on private properties in the Hawkesbury Nepean CMA region.
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Hawkesbury Nepean CMA Incentive Funds - Wetland Management Program
Funding of up to $20 000 is available for projects in the HNCMA which incorporate works such as:
- Fencing, to restrict stock access to sensitive areas;
- Alternative stock watering systems, such as pumps, pipes, troughs and dams to remove the impacts of stock obtaining water from wetland areas,
- Bushland regeneration, where existing wetland vegetation requires some professional assistance and restoration; and
- Revegetation, with appropriate provenance native seedlings, where necessary.
Hunter-Central Rivers
Subsidised Courses in Sustainable Land Management for Rural Landholders in the Hunter-Central Rivers Region
Hunter-Central Rivers CMA is currently offering subsidised courses in sustainable land management for rural landholders in the Hunter-Central Rivers region. Courses in Sustainable Grazing, Property Planning and Targeting Actions for Local Catchments are being provided by the Department of Primary Industries and other providers in various locations throughout the region
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Sustainable Agriculture Grants for landholders in Central Coast and Lake Macquarie
Hunter-Central Rivers CMA is offering grants of up to $10,000 to rural landholders in the Gosford, Wyong and Lake Macquarie areas to implement on-ground works promoting sustainable agriculture.
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Sustainable Wetlands on NSW Coastal Landscapes
Wetland specific projects in the HCRCMA can be delivered through the Sustainable Wetlands on NSW Coastal Landscapes project. WetlandCare Australia and the Hunter Central Rivers CMA will be seeking project proposals for identified priority wetland complexes from partners and stakeholders, during the second half of 2006.
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Northern Rivers - North Coast Region
Funding for Rehabilitation Works in Priority Wetland Areas in Northern Rivers CMA
The Northern Rivers CMA Priority Wetlands program will continue in 2008. Funding will be available for rehabilitation works in Priority Wetland areas at; Arakoon, Maria River, Limeburners Creek, Wooli River, Tuckean Swamp, Cudgen Lake, and, Goolawah Lagoon.
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Northern Rivers CMA - Bush Recovery Fund
Round Three of the Bush Recovery Fund is due to open in late 2007. This program will fund works that conserve and enhance native vegetation through stock and weed control.
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Wetlands Rehabilitation Project - Northern Rivers CMA Priority Wetlands Year 2
Landholders are encouraged to enquire about funds available for wetland rehabilitation projects in the following areas: Arakoon, Maria River, Limeburners Creek, Wooli River, Tuckean Swamp, Cudgen Lake and Goolawah Lagoon
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Northern Rivers - Clarence Valley Floodplain
Wetlands Rehabilitation Project - Northern Rivers CMA Priority Wetlands Year 2
Landholders are encouraged to enquire about funds available for wetland rehabilitation projects in the following areas: Arakoon, Maria River, Limeburners Creek, Wooli River, Tuckean Swamp, Cudgen Lake and Goolawah Lagoon
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Southern Rivers
Southern Rivers CMA Bush Incentives Fund – Now Open
A total of $500 000 from the Australian Government’s Natural Heritage Trust is available for protection and management of native vegetation. Round four of the Bush Incentives Fund will focus on the Upper and Lower Shoalhaven and the Kiama local government area.
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Southern Rivers CMA - Incentive Funds For Estuary, Coastal And Marine Issues
Funding is being made available by the Southern Rivers Catchment Management Authority (SRCMA) for projects that address important estuary, coastal and marine issues in the coastal region between Wollongong and the Victorian Border.
The main aim of this funding is to implement priority actions under the many Estuary Management Plans, which local communities have put many years into producing.
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Southern Rivers
There are many programs in the region that can assist landholders to better manage and protect wetlands. Please contact Southern Rivers CMA on 4224 9700 for advice on wetland management.
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