Managing our waterways

We share responsibility for protecting and managing waterways so that their physical condition, ecological health and values are maintained or improved now and for future generations.
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Find out more about each of the topics below.

Our role in waterway management

We protect and manage waterways in Western Australia through a range of programs and processes.

Considering waterways in planning and development

Land use and development can harm waterways unless it is carefully planned and managed.
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Water quality improvement plans

The condition of an estuary or river and strategies to improve water quality and support community values.

Waterways management, action and recovery plans

A collection of waterways management plans, foreshore assessments, river action and recovery plans.

Improving water quality through artificial oxygenation

Low oxygen concentrations in river, estuarine and coastal waters is a growing global concern.

Restoring our rivers

We provide guidance and technical expertise about river restoration and management.
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River Restoration Manual

Guidelines on the nature, rehabilitation and long-term management of waterways in Western Australia.
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Drainage management for urban development

Managing and planning for stormwater and groundwater in urban development.

Soil amendments to keep nutrients out of waterways

Soil amendments are used to increase the soil's ability to retain nutrients and reduce leaching into rivers and estuaries.
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Water notes

Water notes provide guidance for land managers on river and wetland restoration.

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