About the Regional NRM Plan

A plan for the future

At the cornerstone of our future efforts to better manage our natural resources is a new plan - the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Regional NRM Plan.

The Board has developed this plan to provide leadership, encourage community action, foster partnerships and identify where investment is required. The plan has been formulated with extensive consultation with the community and stakeholders.

The NRM Plan is a plan for all of us. A plan for our collective futures – one that will lead to thriving communities caring for our hills, plains and seas. There is no quick fix to caring for our natural resources, is it something we must be committed to for the long term. Recognising this, the NRM plan sets clear targets for us to aim towards over the coming years.

A plan for our region

Under the Natural Resources Management Act 2004, the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board is required to develop an NRM plan for its region in consultation with stakeholders and the community. This plan, which links to the State’s NRM Plan and South Australia's Strategic Plan., sets out the long-term vision for the region and will guide the actions of us all.

In addition to articulating goals, the Plan outlines the Board’s proposed investment over a three-year period, and also provides strategic direction for all NRM partners who invest in the region. This includes the establishment of long-term goals, clearly defined outcomes and targets

Plan contents

(Note the download documents below are low resolution versions – if you would like a high resolution copy with bookmarking, please contact the Board for a CD. 8273 9100. (CDs will be available from 20 July 08)

VOLUME A: State of the Region Report

Summarises information currently available on the state of the region’s natural resources and identifies any potential threats. The purpose of this volume is to guide action and investment in natural resources management towards the greatest threats to the natural environment.
Download Volume A (3.2 mg)

VOLUME B: Ten Year Plan for the Region (800 kb)

In order to maximise the value of work being undertaken by all partners, it is important that everyone is working towards a shared vision for the future of natural resources. This volume outlines the collective vision and the goals that all organisations and individuals investing in natural resources management can work towards.
Download Volume B (800 kb)

VOLUME C: The Board's Investment Plan (900 kb)

The Board has a key role to play in achieving improved NRM in the region through the direct action it undertakes. This volume outlines where the Board will invest funds collected through levies and other sources, over the next three years. Please note Volume C will be reviewed and updated annually.
Download Volume C (900 kb)

VOLUME D: Regulatory and Policy Framework (600 mg)

There are a range of legislative tools within the NRM Act that can help to improve the condition of natural resources. This document describes the policy that guides legislative approvals under the NRM Act.
Download Volume D (600 kb) Please note - in respect of the relevant authority for 127(3)(d) as shown on Table 1 in Volume D the relevant authority is the Board and not the Minister as stated.

The Consultation Report is a comprehensive document which outlines the full consultation process undertaken by the Board indeveloping the Plan. In addition, the Consultation Report provides a summary of all submissions received during the formal consultation period, and the Board’s recommendations to the Minister for Environment and Conservation in respect to the submissions received.

We would like to take the time to thank everyone who took the time to prepare and submit a response, we appreciate the part you have played in the Plan process.

Download the consultation report....