Cradle Coast Authority (CCA) is pleased to welcome commitments from the Tasmanian Liberal, Tasmanian Labor and Tasmanian Greens parties to increase core funding for Tasmania’s NRM organisations: Cradle Coast NRM, NRM North, and NRM South.
This commitment to increased funding acknowledges the importance of natural resource management across the state. It is a demonstration of support for the role our organisations play in improving the health of our landscapes, water resources, threatened species and ecological communities, and improve the sustainability, productivity and profitability of farmers – all of which underpin our major industries.
Tasmanian Labor Statement:
Tasmania’s three natural resource management organisations have welcomed this week’s commitment by Tasmanian Labor to increase core services funding to NRM North, NRM South and Cradle Coast NRM.
For an initial period of two years, the $1.2 million per annum commitment will be in addition to current funding levels, bringing state government core funding for Tasmania’s NRMs to $633k per year. In a joint letter to the state’s three NRM bodies this funding was described as forming a key part of Tasmanian Labor’s commitment to sustainable environmental management.
NRM North, NRM South and Cradle Coast NRM are delighted by this acknowledgement of the importance of natural resource management across the state.
Cradle Coast NRM Chair, Peter Voller, said Tasmania’s NRMs play a crucial role in addressing challenges and upholding the crucial role of sustainability in our natural systems—a cornerstone of Tasmania’s economy.
“Our strategies encompass natural disaster recovery, climate change impacts, water security, and the conservation and sustainable use of Tasmania’s natural assets. This comprehensive approach benefits various industries, including farming, fishing, forestry, tourism, and renewable energy, supporting deep value chains and ensuring better outcomes for both nature and people,” he said.
The ability of NRMs to leverage further funding for vital projects will be improved by this support. From every $1 of foundational funding, NRMs leverage $19 for projects that build community capacity, deliver change, promote resilience, and achieve on-ground results, which will continue to be the key focus.
“Our NRM framework provides cost-effective, and strategic pathways to deliver real outcomes on ground for our regions,” said Peter. “With environmental accountability steering future national and international investment, Tasmania’s NRMs are well-equipped to assist the state government in securing investment and benefits for Tasmania, aligning with sustainability goals.”
Tasmanian Liberal Statement:
Tasmania’s three natural resource management organisations have welcomed the commitment by the Tasmanian Liberals to increase core services funding over the next two years.
The announcement comes as part of a $27.7 million suite of investments for the agriculture sector. A letter from Premier Jeremy Rockliff to the state’s three NRM bodies details the provision of a $3.264 million package over the next two years, increasing the core funding commitment to each of the NRM organisations to $544k per year. This is a key part of the Tasmanian Liberals ‘2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future’ to support Tasmania’s agricultural industry.
NRM North, NRM South and Cradle Coast NRM are delighted by the commitment that acknowledges the importance of natural resource management across the state.
Cradle Coast NRM Chair, Peter Voller, said the work of NRMs supports not only agriculture, but directly and indirectly benefits our fisheries, forestry, renewable energy, and tourism industries
“Our work aims to improve the health of our landscapes, water resources, threatened species and ecological communities, and improve the sustainability, productivity and profitability of farmers – all of which underpin our major industries,” he said.
The ability of NRMs to leverage further funding for vital projects will be improved by this support. From every $1 of foundational funding, NRMs leverage $19 for projects that build community capacity, deliver change, promote resilience, and achieve on-ground results, which will continue to be the key focus.
“We have a proven track record of project design and delivery in natural resource management and this funding will help us to continue to work collaboratively with our partners on projects that are vital to Tasmania” said Peter.
Tasmanian Greens Statement:
Tasmania’s three natural resource management organisations have welcomed a commitment by the Tasmanian Greens to increase core services funding to NRM North, NRM South and Cradle Coast NRM to $544k per year for each organisation.
In a joint statement to the state’s three NRM bodies, Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP recognised and appreciated the work of Tasmania’s NRM organisations across the island to deliver measurable, positive environmental and community outcomes.
NRM North, NRM South and Cradle Coast NRM are delighted by this acknowledgement of the vital role that natural resource management organisations play in improving the health of our landscapes, water resources, threatened species and ecological communities for the benefit of all Tasmanians.
Cradle Coast NRM Chair, Peter Voller, noted that the regional NRM Strategies that have been developed by Tasmania’s NRMs encompass natural disaster recovery, climate change impacts, water security, and the conservation and sustainable use of Tasmania’s natural assets. ““This comprehensive approach protects and manages Tasmania’s environmental values while also providing a pathway for a more sustainable approach across various industries, ensuring better outcomes for both nature and people.” said Peter.
This sentiment was echoed by Dr Woodruff MP, who noted that “accelerating global heating will impact significantly on Tasmanian landscapes and ecosystems. We believe the work of NRMs and the networks they support are a vital part of the state’s response to climate change. Increasingly, we will need to invest in rewilding, landscape restoration and carbon sequestration projects at scale on island. The Greens want to see NRMs grow as more federal, state and local government funds are dedicated to these projects.
The ability of NRMs to leverage further funding for vital projects will be improved by this support. From every $1 of foundational funding, NRMs leverage $19 for projects that build community capacity, deliver change, promote resilience, and achieve on-ground results, which will continue to be the key focus.