Bass Coast Shire Council are committed to implementing immediate, medium and long-term strategies to tackle the issue, in collaboration with a range of coastal management groups including the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).

There are 180 kilometres of coastline in Bass Coast and this coastline is managed by 8 different land managers: Council, Parks Victoria, Phillip Island Nature Parks, DEECA and township based Committees of Management. The map to the right shows which part of the foreshore is managed by which entity.

All of the Land Managers work collaboratively towards solutions to this issue that affects Bass Coast and beyond.

For an overview of Coastal Management in Bass Coast, we encourage you to watch this video created by Bass Coast Shire Council, which describes in detail our involvement in the ongoing coastal management works.

Key actions Council have committed to will include monitoring, advocacy for urgent funding, engineering assessments, and community involvement to protect key community values and assets. These proactive measures aim to balance environmental preservation with public access and safety.

The Immediate Action Plan:

• Collaboration with Agencies: Work with DEECA and other stakeholders to evaluate engineering options and move forward with protection and restoration projects.

• Communication: Ensure the community is kept informed of safe access points and ongoing works, particularly throughout the summer season.

• Monitor Conditions: Continue to monitor foreshore conditions, with emergency works implemented as needed.