Reef Rescue is a key element of the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country initiative, initially funded for $2.25 billion over five years, to restore the health of Australia’s environment and build on improved land management practices. Reef Rescue’s objective is to improve the water quality of the Great Barrier Reef lagoon by changing land management to reduce nutrient, pesticide and sediment run-off from agricultural land.

How does Reef Rescue work in the Burnett Mary?

Reef Rescue at a national level is a partnership between government, industry and Natural Resource Management organisations like the BMRG. In the Burnett Mary, Reef Rescue is managed by the Burnett Mary Reef Partnership. Like the Reef Wide partnership, the Burnett Mary Reef Partnership is a multi industry multi partner effort. There are 4 main industry streams, Cane, Dairy, Grazing, and Horticulture each representated by key industry organisations. Local industry representaives ensure that incentives offered to landholders as a result of Reef Rescue investmentarerelevantfor Burnett Mary Primary Producers within the Australian Government's guidleines.

How does Reef Rescue work Onground?

Reef Rescue activities are rolled out by experienced Extension Officers who are specialists in their industry. Extension staff assist Landholders review their proposed activities against Reef Rescue guidelines. If the activites are found to be eligible for incentives the Extension Officers will then help landholders complete an application form. The incentive applications are assessed periodically by expert panels and approved applicants are offered contracts and can begin work.

How do Reef Rescue work for each of the industries?

More information.

For more information about a particular industry streams click on the links below.

Cane	Dairy	Grazing	Horticulture