Community Engagement Network

Community is at the heart of everything we do…

Partnerships with community are one of the best ways to achieve great onground outcomes for West Gippsland.

Our Community Engagement Network (CEN) is a board appointed forum that focuses on two-way information exchange between us and West Gippsland community members.

The CEN attend quarterly forums exploring all aspects of the work the CMA does, learning about projects, partnerships and operational works.

Its purpose is to:

  • identify community needs and issues in natural resource management
  • provide a community perspective into strategies and plans
  • strengthen our profile and reputation in the community.

You can find out more about the Community Engagement Network by contacting Kelsey Tong, WGCMA Catchment and Community Project Officer on 5613 5995 or email kelseyt@wgcma.vic.gov.au.

“I found being on the CEN most worthwhile in improving my knowledge of CMA related activities and being able to benefit from relationships and interactions between the CMA and the voluntary organisations that I am involved with.” – outgoing member.

From the sustainable irrigation forum – “I found the day well worthwhile and useful in enhancing my understanding of a topic of which I had limited understanding.” – current member 2024.

WGCMA Staff and CEN members at a SRW off take at Newry
Members of the CEN and Landcare members together at a Regional Landcare Forum