NESP 3.4 Better management of catchment runoff to marine receiving environments in northern Australia. (Old ID 28969)
Role
Chief Investigator
Description
Runoff from catchments in northern Australia has the potential to carry large amounts of sediment and nutrients. These available nutrients are important in driving coastal and estuary productivity, including many commercially and recreationally targeted species. Water resource development in northern Australia could reduce the supply of freshwater flow to the coast, thereby limiting supply of nutrients. This research project will examine the potential risks water resource development presents to Gilbert (QLD), Daly (NT) and Ord (WA) marine and coastal areas. We will complete a literature review, undertake flood plume modelling and examine vegetation damage along these coastal areas.
Date
01 Feb 2023 - 30 Jun 2024
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
Marine ecosystems;Water resource development;Fisheries;Water quality;Estuaries;modelling
Funding Body
Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment
Amount
95011
Project Team
Paula Cartwright;Mohammad Jahanbakht