What is the Environment Restoration Plan?

How are the project sites maintained?

The Council has employed qualified bush regenerators to maintain all works completed under the Environment Restoration Plan. They maintain contracted bush regeneration works that have been completed, tree planting activities, and assist in supporting Environment Group site works.

Council bush regenerators will also ensure that work sites are maintained until they are able to function once again as natural ecosystems. 

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What is the current state of Liverpool's Natural Environment and why do we need to protect it?

Liverpool has a unique natural environment, with many kilometres of waterways, patches of pristine bushland and endangered ecological communities (EEC's). Liverpool however is currently one of the most rapidly growing cities in NSW, and therefore the natural environment is exposed to pressures from development and urban sprawl. Littering, rubbish dumping, weed invasion, erosion, and increased nutrients also threaten our native animals, bushland, and waterways. It is essential that Council and the community implement projects and programs to conserve and maintain Liverpool's environment.

The natural environment provides many important resources and functions that are vital for the survival of all species on earth, including humans. Life on earth depends on the presence and interaction of millions of microbe, plant and animal species existing in nature for food, shelter, breathable air, plant pollination, purifying water and soil, breaking down wastes, and also provides opportunities for tourism and recreation.

Bush Regeneration Works at Amalfi Memorial Park

Before Bush Regeneration Activities		After Bush Regeneration Activities

Bush Regeneration Works at McMillan Park

Before Bush Regeneration Activities		After Bush Regeneration Activities

Bush Regeneration Works at Bradshaw Park

Before Bush Regeneration Activities		After Bush Regeneration Activities

Bush Regeneration Works at Meere Park

Before Bush Regeneration Activities		After Bush Regeneration Activities

Bush Regeneration Works at Harvard Reserve

Before Bush Regeneration Activities		After Bush Regeneration Activities

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How you can help Liverpool's Environment

The Environment Restoration Plan provides many opportunities for you to become involved in environmental activities around Liverpool. You can contribute by:

• Suggesting a safe site for environmental restoration works.
• Attending one of Council's monthly environmental workshops.
• Participating in monthly tree planting activities.
• Joining one of our many Environmental Groups.

For more information about the Environment Restoration Plan or how you can get involved call Council's Environment Restoration Plan Co-ordinator on 9821-7728.

Click here to join one of Councils Environment Groups.

Click here to download a copy of the Environment Restoration Plan.

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Environment committeeS 

Liverpool City has two committees that have been established to address key environment issues in the area:

• Environment Advisory Committee
  Works closely with Council to address key environmental issues and offer advice on the best way forward
  
• Environment Group Sub-committee
  Facilitates, supports and provides structure and form to the environmental groups within Liverpool and provides a linear connection between Council and environment group volunteers.

Environment Advisory committee (EAC) 

The role of the Environment Advisory Committee (formerly the Environment Advisory Panel) is to consider environmental issues facing the Liverpool area. Each member is responsible for providing input on the development of environmental programs including implementation of Council's Environment Restoration Plan as well as working in partnership with Council to deliver various environmental initiatives and to promote community participation in Council's environmental programs.

The objectives of the committee are to:

• Consider key environmental issues facing Liverpool and make recommendations to Council
• Provide input to Council with respect to the development of environmental programs for Liverpool
• Work in partnership with Council in terms of various environmental initiatives
• Provide input to the implementation of Council's Environment Restoration Plan including the development of performance indicators and monitoring of outcomes
• Provide input to the development of future programs as part of the ongoing implementation of the Environment Restoration Plan
• Provide advice, direction and support to environment groups within Liverpool City Council
• Provide opportunities for meaningful community participation.

The Environment Advisory Committee consists of 13 members including Council staff and representatives from various backgrounds including the following:

• Community members
• Councillors
• Aboriginal Land Councils
• Industry representatives
• Catchment Management Authorities and
• Council Staff

The current members of the committee are:

Environment Advisory Committee EAC Charter - Adopted by Council November 2008

EAC (Formerly known as EAP) Reports 

• 2009
  
  - EAC Report No. 03/09   Environment Restoration Plan update (Jul 08 – Dec 08) (May 2009)
  - EAC Report No. 02/09   Environment Restoration Plan Indicators -Updated
  - EAC Report No. 01/09   Promotion of Participation in ‘Low CO2’ & ‘Carbon Neutral’ Programs in Council Operations (Feb 2009)
  
• 2008
  
  - EAP Report No. 06/08   Environment Restoration Plan update (Jul 07 - Jun 08) (August)
  - EAP Report No. 05/08   EAP Constitution update to Generic Committee Charter (August)
  - EAP Report No. 04/08   Environment Volunteer Program Update (August) 
  - EAP Report No. 03/08   State of the Environment Report 2006-2007 (April) 
  - EAP Report No. 02/08   Site Selection Process Results Round 1 – Environment Restoration Plan (ERP) (April) 
  - EAP Report No. 01/08   Environment Plan Indicators Report 2006/07 (April) 
  
• 2007
  
  - EAP Report No. 07/07   Environment Volunteer Program Update (December)
  - EAP Report No. 06/07   Be Sharp Safe Program (October) 
  - EAP Report No. 05/07   Environment Restoration Plan Site Selection Process (October) 
  - EAP Report No. 04/07   Environment Restoration Plan Update (July) 
  - EAP Report No. 03/07   Environment Volunteer Program Update (July) 
  - EAP Report No. 02/07   Waste Statistics and Trends (February) 
  - EAP Report No. 01/07   Environment Plan Update (February 2007) 
  
• 2006
  
  - EAP Report No. 12/06   Draft Pesticide Use Notification Plan (November 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 11/06   Environmental Grants Update (November 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 10/06   Draft Environmental Restoration Program (November 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 09/06   Environment Plan Indicators Report 2005/06 (November 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 08/06   EP Update (August 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 07/06   Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Trends 2005-06
  - EAP Report No. 06/06   Sustaining Liverpool Plan - Engagement Strategy
  - EAP Report No. 05/06   Updated Environment Advisory Panel Constitution (August 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 04/06   Environment Volunteer Program Update
  - EAP Report No. 03/06   Environmental Grants Update (May 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 02/06   Non-English Speaking Background (NESB) Agricultural Education Project - update (May 2006)
  - EAP Report No. 01/06   Environment Volunteer Program Update (February 2006)

EAC (Formerly known as EAP) Meeting Minutes

• 2009
  
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 02/09 - 14 May 
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 01/09 - 12 February
  
• 2008
  
  - 02/2008 - August - Meeting cancelled
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 01/08 - 2 April
  
• 2007
  
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 04/07 - 5 December
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 03/07 - 31 October
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 02/07 - 4 July
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 01/07 - 7 February
  
• 2006
  
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 06/06 - 28 November
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 05/06 - 22 August 
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 04/06 - 20 June (AGM)
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 03/06 - 20 June
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 02/06 - 2 May 
  - EAC Meeting Minutes 01/06 - 7 February

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Environment Group Sub-Committee 

The Constitution for the Environment Advisory Panel (now known as the Environment Advisory Committee) adopted by Council on 16 December 2002 envisaged the establishment of an Environment Group Sub-committee. The committee is designed to facilitate, support and provide structure and form to the environmental groups within Liverpool and provide a linear connection between Council and environment group volunteers. The Environment Group Sub-committee (EGSC) was established in August 2004, with meetings held bi-monthly. The EGSC consists of Council representatives and all environment group coordinators under Council's Environment Volunteer Program.

Environment Groups represented on the panel include:

If you have any questions regarding the Environment Advisory Committee, Environment Group Sub-committee or participating in environment group activities please call Council's Environment Plan Coordinator on 9821 7728.

Environment Group Sub Committee Meeting Minutes

• 2009

- EGSC Meeting Minutes 02/09
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 01/09

- EGSC Meeting Minutes 05/07
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 04/07
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 03/07
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 02/07
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 01/07

• 2006
  

- EGSC Meeting Minutes 04/06
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 03/06
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 02/06
- EGSC Meeting Minutes 01/06

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Georges River Combined Council Committee 

The Georges River Combined Councils Committee (GRCCC) is a committee made up primarily of representatives of nine councils along the Georges River. Councils generally have up to three elected representatives (Councillors) and one technical officer (staff). Currently, member councils take turns hosting the GRCCC administrative function for a period of two years at a time.

The GRCCC provides a useful forum for the discussion of catchment issues, the facilitation of group projects and to provide a lobbying voice for local government.

One of the key projects facilitated by the GRCCC is the Georges River Keeper Program. The Georges Riverkeeper is employed by the GRCCC and Waterways Authority and is supported by the Department of Environment and Conservation which provides office space in the Georges River National Park and storage for boats and equipment. By supporting the Riverkeeper Program, we join partner councils in making a commitment to a whole-of-catchment resource for the Georges River.

The Riverkeeper works on projects along the length of the river including the clean-up program and the Chipping Norton Lakes Island Wildlife Habitat Enhancement project.

Involvement in the GRCCC and with the Riverkeeper program assists Council in achieving the objectives and deliverables of the Environment Plan, including:

• Cleaner waterways
• Re-vegetation of waterways
• Fencing waterways in rural areas where appropriate
• Rehabilitation of urban and rural waterways
• Improving city image
• Building community networks.

The minutes of GRCCC meetings below provide a summary of issues being discussed in this forum. If you have any questions regarding the GRCCC or the Riverkeeper Program please call Council's Natural Resource Planner on 1 300 36 2170.

Georges River Combined Council Committee Minutes

• 2009
  
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 02/09 
  
• 2008
  
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 12/08 
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 06/08 
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 05/08 
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 03/08 
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 02/08 
  
  
• 2007
  
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 07/07
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 06/07
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 05/07
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 03/07
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 02/07
  - GRCCC Meeting Minutes 01/07
  
  
• 2006

- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 11/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 10/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 09/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 08/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 07/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 06/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 05/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 04/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 03/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 02/06
- GRCCC Meeting Minutes 01/06

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