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New report charts the way to a better future for the Yarra
Environmental Justice Australia and the Yarra Riverkeeper have published a new report, The future of the Yarra.
Read MoreProtecting the Yarra River (Birrarung) Discussion Paper: Guide to submissions for community groups
Introduction The Yarra Protection Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) has recently released its discussion paper on ideas and options for a Yarra River Protection Act. This piece of work is the latest stage in the process toward enactment of this legislation,…
Read MoreThe Yarra
The Yarra is one of the last big open spaces available to Melburnians, a living space for nature and people alike. Enjoying the river comes in many forms – walking, cycling, rowing, kayaking, boating, fishing, or just savouring a coffee…
Read MoreThe Yarra in danger
Platypus can still be found in parts of the river, but numbers are declining
Read MoreNew Laws Needed
Just before Victoria’s state election, the ALP promised to introduce a Yarra River Protection Act, along with a trust to guard the river corridor from inappropriate development and promote the river’s amenity and significance. Successive governments have realised that the…
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