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Loddon Murray 2000 plus
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Loddon Murray 2000plus arose from the decision by the Murray Darling Basin Ministerial Council to replace the Torrumbarry Weir and to accelerate the redevelopment and economic growth of the irrigation area serviced by the Weir.
The Loddon Murray 2000 plus Committee was established in March 1996 to implement the components of the Building A New ERA program. Building A New ERA The Building A New ERA program has been based on a study methodology that involved a detailed examination of the region, identification of objectives and opportunities for the region to pursue, and the preparation of detailed action plans to guide implementation. The key principles on which the program is based are:  Regional economic output needs to be increased;
The most effective means of increasing irrigated agricultural production is by facilitating a change of enterprise mix;
Water is becoming a scarce resource and it must be used to its maximum potential;
The impediments to the adoption of high value enterprises must be addressed and overcome;
There is an ample supply of quality soil in the region and there is no necessity for water to leave the region;
Influencing people's attitudes and providing leadership can assist the region to be proactive.
The involvement of the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments through the Rural Partnership Program has made this community driven scheme possible. |
Building a New ERA requires attention to a number of key areas....  
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Updated: December, 1999
Contact LM2000 plus: Kelly.McKnight@nre.vic.gov.au |