Greater Bendigo has highly variable rainfall and climate change will generally make it warmer and drier, but with more severe storms and floods. It is projected that there will be an overall reduction in annual rainfall, with the greatest decreases in spring and winter. To reduce these impacts, we need to continually innovate with how we use and manage our water. This includes being efficient in our homes, buildings, parks and farms; whilst adopting alternative water sources where appropriate.
At the same time, we need to provide enough water for our waterways to flourish, and actively care for our catchments. This includes minimising pollution entering our waterways and reinstating important riparian habitats.