Fraser Coast Waterbody Management Strategy

A waterbody is an area of land that holds a significant volume of water. Waterbodies are often referred to as “lakes”, but most urban waterbodies are mainly drainage basins. This project focuses on waterbodies which are artificial/constructed or have been highly modified in the urban environment.

Waterbodies that have not been included are natural waterbodies or wetlands, and those that are on private property. There were 105 privately owned waterbodies that were identified, but have not been included.

Community feedback was used to help develop the Fraser Coast Waterbody Management Strategy and to finalise the Waterbody Management Plans for Lowlands Lagoons and Ululah Lagoons.

Council hosted two information drop-in sessions, during which short guided walking tours of nearby waterbodies were conducted by one of Council’s specialist consultants, who discussed issues, potential actions and answered questions. 

A survey was available to complete during the consultation period so the community could offer feedback and ideas to assist Council with the completion of the Waterbody Management Strategy and Waterbody Management Plans for Ululah Lagoon and Anembo Lakes.