About the Western Coastal Board

The Western Coastal Board consists of 12 members appointed by the Minister for the Environment and Climate Change for a three-year term under the Coastal Management Act, 1995.

Role of the Board
The functions of the Board under the Act include:

Develop Coastal Action Plans;
Provide advice to the Minister, the Victorian Coastal Council and government on coastal issues;
Prepare and publish guidelines for coastal planning and management;
Facilitate public awareness, consultation and involvement in the development and implementation of the Victorian Coastal Strategy, Coastal Action Plans and coastal guidelines;
Liaise with and encourage the cooperation of departments, councils, public authorities, industry, community groups and others involved in the planning and management of the region in developing and implementing strategic solutions to matters affecting the conservation and use of the region's coasts.

Profiles of Board of Directors 2009 - 2012

The Vision of the Victorian Coastal Strategy 2008 for our coast is:
A biologically and culturally rich, diverse coastal, estuarine and marine environment that is managed for its protection, sustainable use and enjoyment today and for future generations.

The Western Coastal Board contributes to the achievement of this vision by:

Applying and promoting sustainability concepts and principles;
Strengthening partnerships and networks;
Assessing and improving the effectiveness of coastal programs;
Taking a bold approach to interpreting and applying coastal policy;
Providing leadership and support to coastal and marine strategic planning;
Encouraging community participation in coastal management issues