VISION and PURPOSE
The NCG’s vision is for people to understand and appreciate the environment that contributes to the sense of place of the Nepean Peninsula, in order to protect and conserve the amenity and enhance the character of the Nepean Peninsula.
The principal purpose of the NCG is the protection, conservation and enhancement of the environment of the Nepean Peninsula, on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, through, but not limited to,
- conserving and promoting significant natural areas
- mitigating vegetation loss
- creating resilient habitat corridors and biolinks for wildlife
- highlighting issues affecting the environment
- promoting ecologically sustainable development principles
MISSION
To lead and inspire the community to appreciate, recognise, conserve, protect and celebrate the environment of the Nepean Peninsula.
STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS AND ACTIONS
- Advocate for the conservation of our environment by engaging with the community and government
- Foster conservation of the vegetation, wildlife and natural attributes of the area
- Conserve, protect and enhance our environment by championing and supporting exemplary conservation policy and practice
- Maintain the character and amenity of the Nepean Peninsula by ensuring new developments are in harmony with the environment of our area
- Educate and engage the community in discourse about our environment and its contribution to our sense of place and belonging
VALUES
- Independent – operate without fear or favour
- Trustworthy – to be open and transparent in our work on behalf of the community which we serve
- Inspirational – awaken awareness and garner inter-generational support: conservation is our bridge to the future
ROLE
- To be an innovative, effective and respected conservation group
- To fulfill our obligations with diligence and determination
- To remain a strong independent voice for conservation on the Nepean Peninsula