Victorian Consolidated Legislation

Coastal Management Act 1995 - SECT 4

Objectives of Act

4. Objectives of Act

The objectives of this Act are-

   (a)  to plan for and manage the use of Victoria's coastal resources on a
        sustainable basis for recreation, conservation, tourism, commerce and
        similar uses in appropriate areas;

   (b)  to protect and maintain areas of environmental significance on the
        coast including its ecological, geomorphological, geological, cultural
        and landscape features;

   (c)  to facilitate the development of a range of facilities for improved
        recreation and tourism;

   (d)  to maintain and improve coastal water quality;

   (e)  to improve public awareness and understanding of the coast and to
        involve the public in coastal planning and management.