Environment and Healthy Country | Gippsland Water

Caretaker period

The Victorian State election will be held on Saturday 28 November 2026, the Victorian Government has assumed a caretaker role from 6.00pm on Tuesday 3 November 2026. During the caretaker period, content will only be added to this website in accordance with the caretaker conventions.

Caretakers for tomorrow

Learn how we're working to protect the environment

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Protecting local flora and fauna

Threatened species we're working to protect.

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Climate change action

We're reducing our carbon emissions and adapting to a changing climate.

biodiversity

Biodiversity managment

We support native species and ecological communities through biodiversity management

Planning for tomorrow

Planning for the future

Find out how we're investing in infrastructure for improved livability in our region.

Circular economy

Circular economy

Recycling waste for a better environment.

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Environmental planning and management

Upholding our commitment to safeguarding the environment.

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Renewable energy

We’re moving to 100% renewable energy by 2025 and will reach net zero carbon emissions by 2030.

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Traditional Owners and cultural heritage

Managing Country together

Save water

Reduce your use

Find out some easy changes you can make to reduce demand and use water efficiently.

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