Senator Murray Watt and Labor Candidate for Braddon Anne Urquhart have today announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will put $320,000 towards improving the environmental health of waterways in Waratah-Wynyard.

This election commitment will support the Waratah-Wynyard Council to upgrade community infrastructure in river-side reserves and improve environmental health in sensitive water ways. It will also help protect critical habitats for the diverse species that live in the riverine environment.

The work will improve public access and encourage community participation in protecting and maintaining the reserves into the future.

Locations that will benefit from this project include:

• French’s Road Nature Reserve;
• Inglis River;
• Camp Creek; and
• Ballard Avenue.

The work is part of the Waratah-Wynyard Council’s plan for better sustainability, a healthier environment and more accessible open spaces for public use and recreation.

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Quotes attributable to Labor Candidate for Braddon Anne Urquhart:

“We live in a wonderful place, with incredible natural beauty that we must protect. 

“The Waratah-Wynyard Council has prioritised this important work, and I am thrilled that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will provide the funding the Council needs to look after these riparian reserves, improve water health and increase public accessibility.”