Figure 14: Program Logic Model

GOAL

ULTIMATE OUTCOMES 50 YEARS

INTERMEDIATE OUTCOMES 10 YEARS (2030)

SHORT-TERM OUTCOMES 5 YEARS (2025)

ACTIVITIES

ACTIVITIES

“The Manning River, its tributaries and the estuary give life to our community connecting the mountains to the sea. Together we manage the catchment holistically and respond to a changing climate - safeguarding environmental, social, cultural and economic values”

Manning catchment, river, estuary and marine receiving waters are healthy and resilient The connection between river ecosystem health, a sustainable economy and a healthy community is widely understood, valued and supported Cohesive NRM management, continuous improvement and partnerships are “business as usual” in the Manning catchment

Improved land management practices reduce pressures on ecosystem health and resilience The community adopts sustainable behaviours and best practice for land and water management CMP is implemented with strong partnerships between responsible agencies

Evidence-based science informs ongoing management of the catchment and estuary Improved community understanding and commitment to catchment values, function and stewardship. Stewardship program in place M&E provides feedback and learning

WQ and Ecosystem Health actions Biodiversity actions Land-use Planning actions Stewardship actions Aboriginal Custodianship actions Economic and Social Values actions Governance actions

WQ and Ecosystem Health MER Science program Stakeholder engagement Confirm strategic direction ECMP Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (MER)

FOUNDATION ACTIVITIES

Literature review, gap analysis, Threat and risk assessment Issue analysis Stakeholder analysis Engagement Strategy Establish project team and governance

Figure 14: Program Logic Model