Councils Caring For The Coastal Environment
Sydney Coastal Councils Group Inc
Sustainable management of the urban coastal environment
The Sydney Coastal Councils Group Inc. (SCCG) was established in 1989 to promote collaboration between Member Councils on environmental issues relating to the sustainable management of the urban coastal and estuarine environment. The Group consists of 9 Councils adjacent to Sydney marine and estuarine environments and associated waterways, and represents nearly 1.3 million Sydneysiders.
Guided by the SCCG Strategic Plan and Business Plan, the SCCG is providing benefits to Councils across a range of coastal management issues including; climate change adaptation and resilience; coastal infrastructure and asset management; strategic and land use planning; biodiversity restoration and conservation; natural hazard and emergency management; and integrated water management.
The strength of the SCCG rests in engagement and shared expertise of the elected representatives, executive and technical staff of our Member Councils, and the capacity of our Secretariat to facilitate coordination, collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the Group and provide general and specialised expertise in delivering a range of services and programs that build the capacity of members in the management of Sydney’s urban coastal and estuarine environments.
Making Waves
The SCCG Monthly Update
Noteworthy Sites
Constructing and Managing Wetlands, Bioretention Basins and Floating Rafts
/in Events, Partner News /by belindaThis two-day workshop to be held on 24-25th October 2019, will focus on practical operations of tools and emerging technologies in knowing water plants, managing habitats and monitoring wetlands. The workshop will highlight lessons learnt from successful management and monitoring by using practical tools. Participants will learn: • Rapid identification of water plants and weeds • […]
Marine and Coastal Education Survey
/in Partner News /by belindaNSW DPI have contracted Deakin University to conduct a survey to gather examples of successful and innovative marine and coastal education programs from around the world. The survey is the final stage in a Marine Estate Education Strategy for NSW. Marine and coastal educators are encouraged to fill in the survey. To complete the survey […]
Environmental Education Grants
/in Partner News /by belindaThe Environmental Education Grants Program is open for expressions of interest. This program supports projects that develop knowledge, skills, commitment to, and ongoing participation in, protecting the environment. Tier 1 projects – up to $60,000 for a 2-3 year project timeframe. Applications close 22 July 2019. Tier 2 projects – from $60,001 – $25,000 for […]