Advocacy
As the voice of local government for Port Phillip Bay the ABM advocates for the protection and sustainable management of the marine and coastal environment, and its cultural, social and economic values.
Ban on single use plastic bags
The Association of Bayside Municipalities (ABM) called on the Victorian State Government to join South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, the ACT and Queensland in passing legislation to ban the distribution of free single use plastic bags.
Environmental Management Plan for Port Phillip Bay
The ABM prepared a submission to the draft Environmental Management Plan 2017–2027 for Port Phillip Bay.
Marine and Coastal Act
The ABM, in collaboration with the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) provided a submission in response to the proposed reforms, and the issues and opportunities for local government.
Port of Melbourne Lease
The ABM was strong in its advocacy on behalf of coastal councils during negotiations for the Port of Melbourne Lease.
Channel Deepening Project
The ABM undertook an independent peer review of the Environment Effects Statement for the Port Phillip Channel Deepening Project outcomes.
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