Undertake restoration work on some of the priority waterways and wetlands in the Upper Herbert.
Why it is important?
Wetlands and waterways provide important habitat in the Upper Herbert. Restoring these areas (weed management, de-silting, riparian restoration) will help improve water quality flowing to the lower catchment and out to the Great Barrier Reef, as well as providing a cleaner water source for downstream users.
Examples of Local Action
- Conduct weed control and revegetation in riparian areas.
- De-silt wetlands and waterways that are becoming blocked with excess sediment.
Contribution to Regional Priority
R-CM 11: Wetlands in the Wet Tropics
Undertake restoration work in key wetlands across the Wet Tropics to restore their function and protect their value to aquatic and terrestrial species and ecosystems.
Local Landscape:
Upper Herbert
Regional Theme:
Water
Catchment:
Herbert