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(1) The functions of
an NRM group are—
(a) to
be actively involved in the development and implementation of any relevant
regional NRM plan at the local level (to the extent specified or envisaged by
that plan or specified by the relevant board or boards); and
(b) to
develop, implement or participate in programs associated with
natural resources management at the local level; and
(c) to
promote public awareness of the importance of integrated and sustainable
natural resources management within its area and to undertake or support
educational initiatives with respect to natural resources management; and
(d) to
provide advice to regional NRM boards, and other bodies and agencies, with
respect to the assessment of various activities, proposals, situations or
circumstances within its area; and
(e) such
other functions prescribed by the regulations or assigned to the NRM group by
a regional NRM board, or by or under this or any other Act.
(2) In performing its
functions, an NRM group should seek to work collaboratively with—
(a) any
other NRM groups whose areas adjoin its area; and
(b)
other State agencies and, if relevant, agencies of the Commonwealth, and
agencies of the other States and Territories; and
(c) the
constituent councils for the area of the NRM group, and other councils as may
be relevant; and
(d)
relevant industry, environment and community groups and organisations; and
(e)
persons who own or occupy land within the area of the NRM group (insofar as
may be relevant).
(3) An NRM group will,
with respect to the performance of its functions, report to the
regional NRM board or boards that have responsibility for the NRM group.