Management of the Botany Bay environment

Abstract

This paper discusses the environmental management process for Botany Bay, in particular: • keys to effective environmental management; • the effectiveness of the 1982 Water Resource Management Plan • future management of the Bay • current EPA action Keys to effective environmental management Effective environmental management does not just happen, but requires a systematic approach that will include: • integrated planning • clear accountabilities • coordinated action • performance review These “keys” are used in this paper to evaluate the management process.