How do the Objectives relate to the Natural Resource Management Reforms?
These Objectives are consistent with, and complementary to the statewide targets developed by the Natural Resources Commission. The Natural Resources Commission (NRC) has developed a statewide standard and targets for managing natural resources. These take into account the community’s established values and goals for natural resources, including those for water. The Catchment Action Plans (CAPs) being developed by CMAs will include regional targets consistent with the statewide standard and targets prepared by the NRC. For each catchment, the standards and targets will provide a framework to guide work towards more long-term goals, such as the Water Quality Objectives. Guidance for CMAs, councils, industry and community • Marine Water Quality Objectives for NSW Ocean Waters • Investing in our catchments: water quality and its role in river health • Local planning for healthy waterways – using NSW Water Quality Objectives • Using the ANZECC Guidelines and Water Quality Objectives in NSW
