Canberrans can comment on a proposal to replace concrete in Sullivans Creek with native water plants that trap nutrients and bolster biodiversity in the region. 

“This is the next project in a suite of announcements we’ve made to protect, connect, and restore our biodiversity in the Canberra region,” environment minister Rebecca Vassarotti said.  

“By delivering on habitat connectivity projects like these, we are ensuring more native species have a place to call home while delivering a beautiful urban environment for Canberrans. 

“Our vision for Sullivans Creek is to create an ecological corridor through the city, which gives our wildlife space to move through the landscape and preserve Canberra’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.” 

The Sullivans Creek Re-Naturalisation Plan is part of the ACT Government’s $2.95 million investment in the 2022-23 ACT Budget’s ‘Connecting Nature, Connecting People’ initiative. This initiative aims to protect and restore the ACT environment, while strengthening Canberrans’ connection to nature. 

“The waterways and landscape linked to Sullivans Creek hold significant cultural importance to the local Ngunnawal community, which is why it is integral that the government put efforts towards revitalising this area,” Ms Vassarotti said. 

“This is a good opportunity for Canberrans to think about how our city can be more climate resilient so we can protect our native species in their local habitats.”  

The public can provide feedback in person at community pop-ups run on 11 November at the Epic Markets and on 15 November at the Dickson Shops.

Consultation is open until Wednesday 6 December on the YourSay Conversations website. 

Find out more about the project on the Connecting Nature, Connecting People page on the Environment website.