Gosford Council is seeking the community’s feedback on its latest efforts to protect the health of Wamberal, Terrigal, Avoca and Cockrone lagoons.
The draft Coastal Zone Management Plan for Gosford’s Coastal Lagoons will be on public exhibition until Friday, November 14. Council’s senior environment planning offi cer Mr Tim Macdonald said the plan is being developed in partnership with the local community. “Gosford’s four coastal lagoon systems are a signifi cant part of our region’s environment,” Mr Macdonald said. “The lagoons are a highlyvalued natural resource for local residents and visitors, and support a network of important ecological communities and a diverse range of recreational uses. “However, past landuse changes and human activities, combined with a growing population, are placing increasing pressure on the natural values and ecological health of these lagoons. “Improved planning aims to provide a better balance between environmental protection and human activities. “This plan will provide guidance for future actions that will help to achieve long-term improvements to each lagoon’s health,” he said. Council’s conversation with the community about the draft plan will include a public forum to allow those interested to learn more about managing the lagoons and provide comment.
Media release, 1 Oct 2014
Gosford Council media