Council has secured $60,000 through the Victorian Government’s Barwon and Waterways of the West Grant Program to develop a Masterplan for the newly acquired Moorabool River Reserve in Batesford.
The Reserve encompasses 17 hectares of public open space along 2.5 kilometres of the Moorabool River at the Riverstone Estate in Batesford.
Rich in biodiversity and cultural significance, the Reserve provides habitat for native wildlife while providing valuable open space for the community.
Council’s Environment and Sustainability team will work with stakeholders and the local community to develop the Masterplan which will guide the management and use of the Reserve into the future.
Mayor Cr Gavin Gamble said the Masterplan would be a significant step towards preserving the natural habitat of the Moorabool River Reserve while providing passive recreational opportunities.
Council is delighted to receive funding from the Victorian Government’s Barwon and Waterways of the West Grant Program to develop the Moorabool River Reserve Masterplan.
The Moorabool River Reserve is an important public space, and the development of the Masterplan is an important step to ensuring its environmental protection and growth for both native wildlife and the community.
Council is committed to preserving and protecting its natural environments and we look forward to consulting with the community and other relevant stakeholders to develop the Moorabool River Reserve Masterplan.
Development of the Masterplan in partnership with the local community will begin in November 2022.
For further information on the Moorabool River Reserve Masterplan, contact Council’s Natural Resources Officer on 5220 7111.
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