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Wetlands Strategy
The City of Greater Geelong’s Wetlands Strategy provides direction and policy for Councils approach to the conservation, management and enhancement of the City’s wetlands.
The City’s wetlands contain rich and diverse populations of native plants and animals and are amongst our regions most important reservoirs of biodiversity.
The wetlands within Greater Geelong make up one of the most important waterbird areas in Australia. Our wetlands have the highest concentration of migratory shorebirds in Victoria and a stunning array of other birdlife, the diversity of which rivals Australia's famous Kakadu region.
Sixty-eight rare or threatened animal species have been recorded in the City's wetlands, including the Swift Parrot, Southern Giant-Petrel, Growling Grass Frog, Orange-Bellied Parrot, and the Australian Grayling.
Wetlands perform many important functions in the environment. They are highly productive ecosystems and can improve water quality by trapping sediment and utilising and storing nutrients.
Wetlands throughout Australia continue to face major threats from pressure such as urban development, competition for water, weed invasion and pollution through stormwater runoff. Working to protect and enhance Geelong's wetlands is vital to secure these important natural places.
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