Welcome to No Dam in Brownhill Creek.
Please take the time to read, explore and understand the issues and concerns regarding the proposed dam in Brownhill Creek, South Australia.
OUR GOALS:
- To save the environment and heritage of Brownhill Creek by opposing the dam.
- To support a No Dam option that provides at least the same level of flood protection for downstream residents.
- To ensure that a balanced and effective Stormwater Management Plan is implemented.
Read a summary of our case in the form of a letter to the editor.
MITCHAM COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE: CONSULTATION ON BROWNHILL KESWICK CREEK STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN CONFIRMS COMMUNITY OPPOSITION TO DAM
Read the Media Release
LETTER OF SUPPORT FROM BARBARA HARDY AO (Order of Australia)
Read Barbara’s Letter
More information about Barbara Hardy is available here.
“When a community ceases to value and protect its natural landscapes, it erodes the richness and wholeness of its cultural foundation.”
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, 2003 Brownhill Creek Park Management Plan.
“Brownhill Creek Recreation Park has long been cherished by South Australians and as one our states oldest parks, it is rich with cultural heritage.”
John Hill, Minister for Environment and Conservation, 2003.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
1. Sign the petition
This can be downloaded from the petition page for printing, to take around your neighbourhood, workplaces and schools. We have over 6300 signatures! Anyone who supports this cause can sign and be counted. Full instructions are on the page.
2. Donate funds – we need your help!
Please help save our creek. A donation of as little as $10 will make a difference to our campaign. Details of how to help can be found on the contact page.
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4. Share your thoughts
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