Throsby Creek Government Agencies Committee
Committee overview
We are working together to further improve the environment of Throsby Creek, its surrounds, and the amenity of the area for residents, visitors and commercial users.
The Throsby Creek Government Agencies Committee is chaired by the Member for Newcastle, Mr Tim Crakanthorp MP, and supports cooperative leadership from numerous government agencies and stakeholders who have responsibility for the Lower Throsby Creek.
The Committee includes representatives from Hunter Water, City of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie City Council, Roads and Maritime Services, Hunter Local Land Services, the Port of Newcastle, Hunter TAFE, Port Waratah Coal Services and community representatives.
The Throsby Creek Catchment Agencies Plan 2019-2024 was developed in consultation with relevant agencies and the community and captures a consolidated vision for Throsby Creek.
An updated Action Plan is under development now.
Committee Members
| Member | Position |
|---|---|
| Tim Crakanthorp MP - Member for Newcastle | Committee Chair |
| Hunter Water Corporation | Committee member |
| City of Newcastle | Committee member |
| Hunter Local Land Services | Committee member |
| Lake Macquarie City Council | Committee member |
| Roads and Maritime Services | Committee member |
| TAFE NSW | Committee member |
| Port of Newcastle | Committee member |
| Port Waratah Coal Services | Committee member |
| Mr John McLeod, Newcastle Rowing Club | Community representative |
| Mr John Sutton, Tighes Hill Community Group | Community representative |
Project news
Caring for Throsby Creek: Monitoring program provides new insights
NSW Government agencies and community representatives are working together to improve the health of Throsby Creek, with a comprehensive water quality monitoring program now at its halfway point.
Throsby Creek mangrove maintenance work complete
Work to remove a small area of juvenile mangroves and sediment from Throsby Creek, near the Union Street footbridge in Tighes Hill, is now complete.