Submission guide – pricing of La Trobe river water for filling mine pits (closes 15th August)
The proposal to divert up to 2,800 gigalitres (GL) of freshwater from the Latrobe River system to fill the three coal mine voids in the Latrobe Valley poses one of the most serious threats to the health of the Gippsland Lakes in living memory. This volume is equivalent to more than four Sydney Harbours, and would further reduce flows into an already stressed river and wetland system. You are free to use our short guide designed to help community members prepare informed responses to the Victorian Government’s consultation on whether, and how, a price should be placed on water allocated for mine rehabilitation. It provides suggested points and background information for each survey question.
The Gippsland Lakes, a large beautiful network of lakes in Victoria, Australia. Listed under the Ramsar convention as internationally important, and haven for many threatened and endangered species of birds and marine life. Home of First Nations people Gunaikurnai and the famous Burrunan Dolphins, and a boating and watersports mecca.
Friends of Gippsland Lakes is a group of passionate citizens that love the Gippsland Lakes. Our members are people of all skills and backgrounds including waterways managers, ecologists, scientists, engineers, educators, artists and historians. We also greatly acknowledge and heed the wisdom and desires of traditional owners.
Our Philosophy
We believe in a positive and co-operative approach to achieving great outcomes for the Lakes, based on evidential data and science as well as traditional values and local knowledge. We work with the multitude of agencies who manage the Lakes, as well as local communities, traditional owners, landowners and primary industry, to effect positive changes in practices and attitudes and achieve a “win win” result for all.
I want to support the Gippsland Lakes. What can I do ?
FOGL is all volunteers and relies on membership fees, grants and donations to fund its activities. If you are passionate and perhaps concerned about the future of the Gippsland Lakes, please help us make a positive difference by becoming a FOGl member.
We have a social atmosphere as well as doing the serious work, and embrace and welcome people from all backgrounds. You can contact us for further information at contactfogl@gmail.com. If you are ready to become a member, see our Membership page for details on how to join.