Advocacy

The Norman Creek Catchment Coordinating Committee (N4C) is deeply committed to advocating for the health and sustainability of the Norman Creek catchment. By engaging with government bodies, community groups, and other stakeholders, N4C ensures the protection and enhancement of this vital ecosystem. Below are some key areas of N4C’s advocacy work, along with examples of their impact.

Government Engagement

N4C actively works with local, state, and federal governments to influence policies that affect the Norman Creek catchment. The organisation develops submissions on urban development proposals, ensuring considerations of the catchment is prioritised. In recent years N4Cs advocacy work has seen the development of places like Hanlon Park in Stones Corner, and the group is currently engaged in ensuring there is conversation around the ecological values of proposed developments along Kingfisher Creek in Woolloongabba.

Community Awareness

Raising awareness of issues that impact our catchment is the cornerstone of N4Cs activities.  We communicate with our members and community with regular newsletters, leaf drops, and special events. Our Paddle Cleanup event highlights the issues caused by litter in our environment and engages the community in in a fun an dinteresting way. Our regular General Meetings also raise awareness on key topics through expert guest speakers.

Hands on Community Action

Through initiatives like our bushcare site working bees N4C not only restores the environment but educates the community on bushland restoration and managemenet.

How You Can Support N4C’s Advocacy

N4C’s advocacy efforts rely on the support of dedicated community members and volunteers. Here’s how you can help:

  • Join as a member to stay informed and lend your voice to important environmental issues.
  • Volunteer at events like clean-ups and tree plantings.
  • Donate to support N4C’s ongoing projects and initiatives.
  • Follow us on social media to amplify our message and spread awareness.

Together, we can ensure that the spaces adjoining Norman Creek remain for generations to come.