Wimmera CMA is responsible for a range of statutory functions under the following state government acts, relating to floodplain management:
Map showing properties subject to Flooding These statutory functions include:
- finding out how far floodwaters are likely to extend and how high they are likely to rise
- control developments that have occurred or that may be proposed for land adjoining waterways
- develop and implement plans and take any action necessary to minimise flooding and flood damage
- provide advice about flooding and controls for development to local councils
- declare flood levels.
Find out further information at:
Flood Victoria website