Integrated Catchment Management (ICM) is the coordinated and sustainable use and management of land, water and biological resources in a river catchment. ICM involves the whole community: local residents, industry, and the government working together to develop and implement better management practices.

ICM is the process being used by the community to regenerate and enhance Loders Creek so that it can regain its status as a Gold Coast amenity.

Our Creek can become a haven for native species of flora and fauna, an asset for school and community education, a pleasant recreational area and an economic benefit.

National Landcare (1995-96)

The first Loders Creek Catchment Management project was funded through the National Landcare "One Billion Trees Scheme" with the assistance of the Kalwun Cultural Association, the Gold Coast's aboriginal peoples council. This association has enhanced community understanding of the role which the creek and its native flora and fauna played in the lives of the aboriginal people. We seek a continued and valuable contribution from the indigenous community.

Work programs have been run in cooperation with youth training services and Queensland Corrective Services so that job opportunities are also created through ICM.

A great deal of work is needed to restore Loders Creek. This task is being undertaken by Loders Creek ICM Community Association in conjunction with local and state government, and other community groups.

Integrated Catchment Management