About the Trust
The mission of the Wambo Shire River Improvement Trust is to protect and enhance the function and health of creeks and rivers in the Wambo Shire River Improvement Trust area.
The Trust works in partnership with Western Downs Regional Council, landholders, and community groups to undertake priority projects and support community involvement on matters of river management.
Established in 1960, The Trust is one of 11 trusts across Queensland, responsible for improving the flow of water in rivers to correct erosion and reduce the impact of flood waters.
The Trust is a statutory body constituted under the River Improvement Trust Act 1940 and Regulations and operates under the powers and responsibilities of that legislation.
The Trust implements projects and engages with stakeholders to achieve the following outcomes:
- Active community involvement in riverine management;
The Wambo Shire River Improvement Trust area applies to all named creeks and rivers in part of the Western Downs Regional Council that covers the former Shire of Wambo boundary.
Recently completed works in 2023 and 2024 have consisted of desilting and reshaping parts of the Jandowae Creek and Summerhill Creek. Further projects are underway, permitting the weather stays favourable.
Jandowae Creek
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After:
Summerhill Creek
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After:
Kimberley Fawkes (Chair)
Christopher Joseph (Member)
Amanda Porter (Member)
Cr Greg Olm (Western Downs Regional Council)
Cr Sam Condon (Western Downs Regional Council)
Executive Duties (Western Downs Regional Council)
Contact Details
Wambo Shire River Improvement Trust
C/- Western Downs Regional Council
PO Box 551 Dalby Qld 4405
contact@wamboshirerivertrust.com
07 4679 4000 - Brooke Harper, Secretary