11.Riverine ecosystems and wetlands
The intention of this target is to ensure longterm protection of internationally and nationally designated wetlands and the integrity of ACT riparian ecosystems. It is recognised that these systems have identified environmental, social, and economic values and provide a wide range of services including habitat and ecological function. They remain under threat and continued maintenance, restoration and monitoring is required.
The measurable target
This target relates to maintaining and enhancing the current extent, condition and integrity of ACT riverine and wetland ecosystems.
| OUTCOMES | OUTPUTS | ACTIONS |
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Intermediate Riparian health of the Molonglo River between Queanbeyan and Lake Burley Griffin enhanced (2015) Long-term The extent, integrity and condition of riverine and wetland ecosystems is maintained and enhanced in accordance with their stated values (2030) |
Ginini wetland managed to protect its stated values; the condition of all riverine ecosystems known and monitored Related plans Ginini Flats Wetlands Ramsar Site—Plan of Management 2001 Think water, act water Canberra Urban Lakes and Ponds Plan of Management ACT Aquatic Species and Riparian Zone Strategy |
Foundation A comprehensive survey of riparian ecosystem and wetland health and integrity including small to medium ephemeral wetlands within the urban area On-ground Stabilise Ginini and other subalpine bogs and wetlands Fence 70% of streams and wetlands on rural lands in priority subcatchments Strategic management of in-stream sediment Re-introduce endangered fish Publicise the value of ACT riverine ecosystems and wetlands Continue rehabilitation of wetlands and implementation of threat management programs Complete ecological character descriptions for all Ramsar wetlands and modified character descriptions for all nationally recognised wetlands Assess the condition of riverine ecosystems and wetlands Extend Aquatic and Riparian Zone Strategy to other river systems |
