Preparing and implementing a CMP

There are five stages in preparing and implementing a CMP. We are currently in Stage 1 - Identify the Scope of a CMP, often referred to as a Scoping Study.

The image below provides a snapshot of what is involved at each stage. For more detail and a description of what we are doing under each stage, check out the Stages tabs.

Stage 1 - Scoping Study

We have engaged a consultant to conduct our Scoping Study - they are in the process of reviewing all studies, reports and documents relating to our coast and catchments.

In addition to reviewing these documents, we have held workshops with key industry stakeholders, including Federal and State Government agencies. These workshops have helped identify any gaps in the information and reports we have, so we know if further studies are required.

Once the scoping study is complete, we will have a comprehensive report outlining what information we already have, and what information we need to research to contribute to a program to manage our coast and catchments.

Community participation

We're asking you to share your feedback on the Scoping Study. Fill in the survey on the main page to have your say.

Once the Scoping Study is complete, we will exhibit it for you to provide feedback. Make sure you register for project updates by clicking the + Follow button at the top of the page.

Stage 2 - Determine risks, vulnerabilities and opportunities

Building on the Scoping Study, we will work with our community to explore the risks, vulnerabilities and opportunities of coastal management.

We will undertake detailed studies, including scientific, engineering, economic and social studies, to fill any knowledge gaps that may have been identified in the Scoping Study. The studies will look at modelling different scenarios such as rising sea level predictions, storm events, etc.

This stage is also an opportunity for us to understand your 'risk appetite' - what risks and outcomes do you find acceptable, tolerable or unacceptable?

Community participation

To be advised - make sure you sign up for project updates and we'll keep you informed.

Stage 3 - Identify and evaluate options

In Stage 3, we will identify and evaluate management options that address the coastal risks and opportunities identified in Stages 1 and 2.

This includes understanding the costs and constraints associated with various options, as well as understanding stakeholder views on:

• the distribution of costs and benefits
• willingness to pay/fund management options
• potential trade-offs.

Community participation

To be advised - make sure you sign up for project updates and we'll keep you informed.

Stage 4 - Finalise, exhibit, certify and adopt CMP

Consolidating all the information and feedback from Stages 1 to 3, we will prepare a draft CMP. The draft Plan will be placed on public exhibition for final review and amendments. Following the exhibition, the Plan will be updated as needed and where appropriate, and the final CMP will be presented to Council seeking adoption.

Community participation

Once the draft Plan has been developed, we will place it on public exhibition, checking in with our community to see if we've got it right. More details to come as we get closer to exhibiting the draft Plan.

Stage 5 - Implement, monitor, evaluate and report

Once the CMP has been adopted, we will begin to implement the actions outlined in the Action Plan. We are required to evaluate progress of the plan through the IP&R framework, and to report on the state of the environment, e.g.:

• environmental condition of the coast
• management action outcomes
• community satisfaction with coastal management progress.

Community participation

Given the intricate nature of developing a CMP, we will advise you of any participation opportunities as we near this Stage.

It is envisaged that many of the actions will require their own consultation element whilst being implemented, providing you with furhter opportunities to participate.