GaiaRevolution led the development of the Collie River Revitalisation Strategy 2018 – 2022 on behalf of the Shire of Collie. The strategy addressed observed and anticipated environmental, social, and land use changes affecting a 12 km section of the Collie River, flowing through Collie Town. This included a comprehensive assessment of changes since 2008 and projected future impacts over the next five years.
The strategy was underpinned by a multidisciplinary approach, including:
- Stakeholder engagement with local landholders, Traditional Owners, government agencies, and community groups
- Extensive public consultation to ensure the values and concerns of the local community were reflected
- Field investigations to assess current river health, land use impacts, and riparian conditions
- A detailed literature review of previous reports, policies, and regional planning documents
GaiaRevolution developed the vision for the Collie River Revitalisation Strategy 2018 – 2022, articulating a clear, community-aligned direction for the sustainable management of the river corridor. GaiaRevolution also delivered a set of staged, practical, and achievable recommendations designed to support the long-term ecological health of the river, manage development pressures, enhance amenity, and align with broader catchment and climate adaptation strategies.
The Collie River Revitalisation Strategy 2018 – 2022 now serves as a guiding document for the Shire of Collie’s future planning, river restoration works, and partnership efforts across agencies and community stakeholders.