Reasons for this are discussed.
Riparian vegetation is valuable.
It is important that remaining riparian vegetation is protected and conserved, and degraded areas are rehabilitated. Stakeholders value riparian vegetation for different reasons. These are outlined. The real or perceived value placed on riparian vegetation by stakeholders will affect their attitude toward the conservation and management of riparian vegetation. Riverine corridor policy emphasising the value of riparian vegetation is being developed within a total catchment management framework to make more effective and coordinated the application of legislation and improve management of riparian vegetation.