Final Integrated Water Management Strategy now available

Council endorsed the Integrated Water Management (IWM) Strategy at its meeting on Tuesday, 28 April, 2026, subject to some refinements.

We’ve now completed these updates, and you can view the final strategy here:

• PART A of the Strategy: includes the purpose, vision, guiding principles, strategic directions and actions.
• PART B of the Strategy: is the background report that outlines information about integrated water management, the policy and legislative framework and water use in Manningham.

This important document sets the direction for how we will manage all sources of water over the next 10 years, supporting a resilient, liveable and more sustainable Manningham.

Developed in collaboration with community and a range of stakeholders and partners, it outlines practical actions to respond to emerging challenges such as population growth, climate change, and increasing flood and drought risk.

Thank you again to everyone who shared their views during the community consultation held between October and December 2025. Your feedback helped strengthen the strategy and informed meaningful improvements.

We’d also like to acknowledge the valuable feedback provided by members of the Flooding and Stormwater Management Community Reference Panel.

View the 28 April 2026 Council Meeting minutes here.