Park’s natural values will be protected. The rugged Mitchell River National Park is an important area in East Gippsland for the This Approved Plan establishes the conservation of native flora and fauna and is term management framework for protecting also noted for its geological features such as the Park’s natural and recreational values, the Mitchell River Gorge. The River, fringed and ensures that it will play an important by unusual Warm Temperate and Dry role in nature-based tourism. Rainforest, supports significant freshwater I thank the individuals and organisations habitats. who made submissions on the Draft Plan, The Park’s rugged gorges and spectacular and look forward to the community’s support scenery are an outstanding setting for visitors in managing this outstanding national park. wishing to experience a sense of remoteness and wildness. Visitor experiences will continue to be enhanced by the sensitive siting of Marie Tehan MP facilities. Minister for Conservation and Land At the same time, water quality and the Management
The rugged Mitchell River National Park is an important area in East Gippsland for the conservation of native flora and fauna and is also noted for its geological features such as the Mitchell River Gorge. The River, fringed by unusual Warm Temperate and Dry Rainforest, supports significant freshwater habitats. The Park’s rugged gorges and spectacular scenery are an outstanding setting for visitors wishing to experience a sense of remoteness and wildness. Visitor experiences will continue to be enhanced by the sensitive siting of facilities. At the same time, water quality and the Park’s natural values will be protected. This Approved Plan establishes the management framework for protecting the Park’s natural and recreational values, and ensures that it will play an important role in nature-based tourism. I thank the individuals and organisations who made submissions on the Draft Plan, and look forward to the community’s support in managing this outstanding national park. Marie Tehan MP Minister for Conservation and Land Management term