Today is #WorldWetlandsDay. This year’s theme “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing” encourages reflection on the important role of wetlands in all facets of our wellbeing including food and water supplies, biodiversity, lifestyles and livelihoods, culture, and climate change mitigation.
The wetlands of our region have been the source and support of life for First Nations people for thousands of generations. They are highly biodiverse and Moreton Bay, is a Ramsar Wetland of International importance and a migration hot spot for birds from Alaska and Siberia.
To help preserve and improve these precious spaces now and for future generations, the Resilient Rivers Initiative (RRI) aims to deliver coordinated catchment management for the rivers and streams that flow into Moreton Bay and surrounds.
The success of the RRI has been recognised by significant further investment through the South East Queensland City Deal (SEQ City Deal, 2023). In December 2023 Council of Mayors (SEQ) launched the Resilient Rivers Initiative: SEQ Waterways and Wetlands Investment Strategy, enabling transparent, efficient, and effective decision making for investment in on-ground action that achieves real outcomes for the region.
Ongoing collaboration between all levels of government will ensure we showcase our region and our State as a clean and sustainable, liveable, and attractive destination to global audiences and leave a lasting infrastructure legacy ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Games.
RRI is an initiative under the SEQ City Deal, a tripartite commitment between the Australian Government, Queensland Government and Council of Mayors (SEQ) to positively transform SEQ by delivering a significant package of initiatives generating thousands of local jobs, boosting digital and transport connectivity, supporting the local environment, enhancing liveability, and creating thriving communities.
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