Coast And Estuary Resource Kit
This is a joint project managed by Hastings Landcare Inc, Macleay Landcare Network and Nambucca Valley Landcare to produce a resource kit on the coast and estuaries as a community resource for the Nambucca, Macleay and Hastings Valleys.
Funding for this project was received from the Dept of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry National Landcare Program and the Northern Rivers Catchment Management Authority.
If you live, work, holiday or have recently moved to the Mid North Coast this kit is an easy to use guide on how to live and work in ways that preserve our coastal environment.
The kit explains what a catchment is, its various components and what is meant by an environmental impact. It outlines various environmental parameters that can affect water quality and oyster production. The oyster can be used as an indicator of the catchment and river health. Estuarine processes that determine the viability of the oyster industry are explained.
Estuaries are highly dynamic and complex environments with phenomena like turbidity, salinity and pollutants all acting on the system at once. Practical solutions and examples of how local people are tackling various problems on their land are included.
The kit also includes a list of local contacts, such as councils, government departments, and local organisations. There is also an extensive list of resources and references for you to refer to.
This kit and a supporting 22 minute documentary on DVD are FREE and can be obtained from:
Hastings Landcare Inc (02) 6586 4465
Macleay Landcare Network (02) 6562 2076
Nambucca Valley Landcare (02) 6564 7838