The first State NRM Plan was released on 15 February 2006 after extensive public consultation.
It is available online at www.dwlbc.sa.gov.au/nrm/state_nrm_plan/snp.html
The State NRM Plan must address a number of things including:
- The condition of SAs natural resources, including current and future risks
- Prioritising the management of SAs natural resources and promoting integrated management
- Taking account of the Planning Strategy
- Incorporating any other plans and policies specified by the Minister
The State NRM Plan must be reviewed every five years. During the review, the NRM Council must take reasonable steps to consult with the Conservation Council of SA (and also with the Local Government Association and SA Farmers Federation).
This plan is a high level statutory document. Importantly, it sets out principles and policies that help the NRM Act achieve its objects.
The State NRM Plan is at the same state government policy level as the Planning Strategy (the high level planning policy under the Development Act 1993). The State NRM Plan may identify changes needed to the Planning Strategy.
