The Gippsland Lakes Task Force was established in 2001 to protect the ecological health of the Gippsland Lakes by managing the lakes and their catchment area. Over $19.8 million has been spent on on-ground actions that have reduced nutrients and sediments entering the lakes by 75%. Monitoring shows that total phosphorus loads and concentrations in the lakes are decreasing. Looking to the future, the lakes are expected to transition to a more dynamic and marine system over the next 20-30 years due to climate change impacts. The Task Force will continue nutrient reduction actions and improve ecosystem monitoring and communications over the next four years.

1. The Gippsland Lakes A Community Forum November 2008

5. Total Phosphorus Load (tonne) Year (1 June - 31 May)

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