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 2019-2029 and annual Operational 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.
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The SCCG stands on Country that always was and always will be Aboriginal land. The SCCG acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters, and we show our respect for Elders past, present and future. We are committed to providing places in which Aboriginal people are included socially, culturally and economically through thoughtful and collaborative approaches to our work.
Noteworthy Sites
SCCG Wins at 2024 LGNSW Excellence in the Environment Awards!
/in Uncategorised /by SCCG AdminThe SCCG are proud to announce that it as been awarded Winner in Division D for the Communication, Education, and Empowerment category at the 2024 Local Government NSW Excellence in the Environment Awards! Our Little Penguin Education Video, developed with Northern Beaches Council, NPWS, TfNSW, and local penguin wardens, highlights the threats faced by Manly’s endangered […]
Preparing for H5N1: Key Steps for Local Governments
/in Uncategorised /by SCCG AdminWhile Australia remains free of H5N1 avian influenza, Local Governments must be proactive in preparing for potential detection. Councils play a vital role in wildlife monitoring and supporting response efforts. Key Actions: Raise Awareness and Brief Staff: Train staff to recognise symptoms of H5N1 in wildlife, such as incoordination, tremors, or sudden death, and establish […]