Wetland and Saltmarsh [CP8]
Relation to other Core Patterns:
CP1, CP2, CP3, CP4, CP5, CP6, CP7, CP9
Alignment to Generative code:
[GC2] Diagnosis of the Land
Wetlands and saltmarsh are keys to the functioning of ecological
systems at the intersection of the ocean and the river inlets.
Wetlands and saltmarsh are buffers for rising tides, king tides and
flood events.
Instruction: Where needed, improve and increase the extent of the
wetlands and saltmarsh, keep existing ones intact, and avoid any
development on or near the wetlands and saltmarsh.
Relevance to Anglesea:
The wetlands along the Anglesea River are a diverse ecological
landscape. Vegetation ranges from damp herb rich woodlands,
swampy riparian woodlands, coastal saltmarshes, mangrove strips
and estuarine wetlands. These wetlands and saltmarshes must be
protected against any development.
Beach, Rocks and Surf [CP9]
Relation to other Core Patterns:
CP1, CP2, CP3, CP4, CP5, CP6, CP7, CP8
Alignment to Generative code:
[GC2] Diagnosis of the Land
At each town a sandy beach on both sides of the river inlet occurs;
in some instances small beaches enclosed with a rocky coastline
and steep cliffs, in other instances long stretches of sandy beaches
and rolling grasslands. Beach and surf recreational activities are
important aspects for each town’s economic and social existence.
Instruction: Provide assets and infrastructure that can support the
activities of the beach and the sea, without impacting upon the
natural environment. Where necessary rehabilitate the foreshore
and coastal primary dunes, and relocate existing built
infrastructure.
Relevance to Anglesea:
The stretches of beach south and north of the River inlet are lined
with a rocky coastline, as well as cliffs. The bay forms long stretch of
sandy shores and surf that are used for surfing and other recreational
uses. Beach and surf recreational activities are important assets for
the town’s economic and social existence. However, overuse and any
development in this area must be avoided.