People living on waterways are being reminded to get approval before undertaking any works on Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW)-owned land.
The water corporation manages land near rivers, lakes and dams across a region that spans much of northern Victoria.
GMW permissions are required for any landscaping, vegetation management, and construction and repairs of structures such as jetties and boat ramps that take place on GMW land.
GMW Business and Finance general manager Michael Gomez said the permit was important to ensuring safety and fairness.
“Our lakes, dams and reservoirs not only store water for our customers but provide some great recreational opportunities for communities and visitors,” he said.
“The approvals process we have helps ensure any works on GMW land are safe and do not impact other users’ safety or enjoyment of the storage.
“It also helps safeguard from works that might cause erosion or impact water quality.”
Depending on the location, works may also need approval from the relevant councils or catchment management authority.
To apply to undertake works on GMW land, people can expand the ‘Property Services’ tab on the ‘Forms’ page of the GMW website.
More information on the approvals needed to undertake work on GMW land is also available on the GMW website
If landowners have any questions about their requirements or existing licences, they can call their local GMW office to discuss their needs or email PropertyServices@gmwater.com.au