South West NRM Ltd was established to support practical action
by landholders, community, Landcare groups, Traditional Owners,
local government and Industry groups at a regional scale on one
hand; and manage NRM investment from Australian and State
governments on the other. The key principle behind the
regionalisation of natural resource management is that decisions
should be made by people close to the source and the context of the
issues so to ensure environmental sustainability occurs in an
economically, socially and culturally appropriate manner.
As a community-based company, South West NRM Ltd’s vision
is reflective of its community values and priorities for natural
resource management in the region.
"The community working together to build a
healthy, sustainable,
attractive and profitable South West Queensland, through
the effective management of our natural resources".
A strong commitment to community consultation and participation
is demonstrated through the South West NRM Ltd Board of Directors,
Community NRM Forums, focus groups and the development of the
Regional Natural Resource Management Plan (NRM Plan).
South West NRM provides support and funding for projects that
foster Landcare and catchment management ethics including projects
for protection of riparian areas; weed and pest control; feral
animal management; land, vegetation & water condition
monitoring as well as the preservation and protection of areas of
significant natural and cultural value.
