Every new journey requires a roadmap.
There has been no shortage of plans to improve the river over the years, however works have often been piecemeal and progress has been slow. We know we need a new approach to accelerate change and attract the investment the Cooks River needs.
The Cooks River Catchment Master Plan is not ‘just another plan’ for the river. It will bring together all of the plans and proposals across the catchment under a new, unified vision. Most importantly, the Master Plan will clearly articulate our shared roles and responsibilities.
The development of the Master Plan will be driven by three key pillars:
Healthy Waterway
We will make sure our investment decisions improve the health of the Cooks River catchment and support the species that the community has identified as “iconic” to the river.
Country and Culture
We will celebrate the diversity of the people and places within the Cooks River catchment.
Health & Recreation
We will grow the Cooks River as a recreation destination, with paddling at its core.