Archives: Priority Actions

Stabilise creeks and rivers in the Mossman area using engineering and revegetation to prevent sediment loss into waterways.

Install an onshore sewage pumpout facility for the Port Douglas Marina to minimise disposal at sea by commercial boats.

Strategic management of weeds, including vines and aquatic weeds, to reduce their impact on farms, waterways and native vegetation.

Encourage world-class presentation of the Daintree’s natural assets to provide  tourists with the best possible experience.

Establish walking and cycling tracks in the Daintree – Cape Tribulation region to improve access to natural areas for locals and tourists.

Provide ongoing opportunities for local tourism operators to develop their knowledge of the Daintree area’s natural and cultural values, to maintain the high quality of tourist operators in the region.

Conduct scientific research into factors contributing to cassowary deaths from motor vehicle strikes and develop effective strategies to minimise harm.

Investigate a range of methods to enable large-scale restoration projects.

Conduct targeted and coordinated weed control in priority disturbed areas, to improve the health of natural and agricultural systems.

Minimise human-induced impacts on wildlife species using a range of methods, including  increased community education and awareness of local wildlife.

Develop a program to identify and acknowledge a network of NRM champions to showcase NRM successes, develop community pride and increase awareness of good NRM practices.

Support a collaborative planning process, with strong community involvement, which considers the long term sustainability of the unique social, environmental and cultural values of the area.