The Association of Bayside Municipalities (ABM) archived events
We invite you to come and explore our changing coastline.
The coastline of Port Phillip Bay is changing due to storm surge events, king tides, and rising sea levels, influencing our beach profiles over time.
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Start the year on a positive note and learn about the strategies being implemented in your local area to deal with the impact of climate change on the Port Phillip Bay coast.
Join our expert presenters geologist Dr James Driscoll (Assistant Lecturer, Monash University) and The Royal Society of Victoria President and coastal geomorphologist Rob Gell AM to explore the dynamic nature of our coastal and marine environment.
Thursday 14 December – ABM and Life Saving Victoria invite ABM Member Councils and Surf Life Saving Clubs to this online Summer Preparedness Forum to learn the latest information and resources to support planning and preparation for summer on Port Phillip Bay beaches and waterways.
Hear a captivating snapshot of the current state of marine life and the web of life that thrives beneath the waves. Expert presenters will shed light on the challenges these underwater environments face and share the latest trends and scientific discoveries that have been unearthed.
April 2022 – A chance for our members to catch up and discuss current matters whilst out and about along a section of coastline.
The ecosystems and ecological benefits; the opportunities that exist in Port Phillip Bay; and outcomes of recent work around community perceptions of eco-engineering in Port Phillip Bay.
Overview of coastal erosion and beach dynamics in Port Phillip Bay – the importance of understanding local dynamics in decision making.
Showcasing fixed data capture systems and a citizen science / community engagement approach (CoastSnap) based on local government examples from NSW and Victoria
Introduction to blue carbon and the Deakin University Blue Carbon Lab. Covers nature based solutions to climate change.
Overview of Victorian Coastal Monitoring Program; introduction to Coast Kit and regional climate adaptation plan for Port Phillip Bay.
