KANGAROO ISLAND
NATURAL RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT BOARD
ANNUAL REPORT
1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012
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Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board
Annual Report 2011-12
For further information please contact:
Julie Hughes
Manager Business Support
Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board
37 Dauncey Street, Kingscote SA 5223
Telephone: (08) 8553 4444
Facsimile: (08) 8553 2351
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.kinrm.sa.gov.au
IISN & ABN: 86 052 151 451
31 October 2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL ............................................................... 4
FOREWORD ................................................................................... 5
OPERATIONS AND INITIATIVES ......................................................... 8
ROLE, LEGISLATION AND STRUCTURE .............................................. 16
OBJECT OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACT ................. 16
ROLE OF THE BOARD .................................................................. 16
FUNCTIONS OF THE KANGAROO ISLAND NRM BOARD ....................... 17
MEMBERSHIP ............................................................................ 18
ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP ........................................... 18
MEETINGS: GENERAL AND SPECIAL .............................................. 19
GOVERNANCE ARRANGEMENTS ................................................... 19
ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE .................................................... 21
MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ............................................. 23
EMPLOYEE NUMBERS, GENDER AND STATUS .................................. 23
SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTIONS BY THE BOARD ........................ 24
EXECUTIVES ............................................................................. 24
LEAVE MANAGEMENT ................................................................ 25
WORKFORCE DIVERSITY ............................................................. 25
VOLUNTARY FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS ........................ 26
PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT ....................................................... 27
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT ............................... 27
ACCREDITED TRAINING PACKAGES ................................................. 27
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS ......................................... 27
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND INJURY MANAGEMENT ............. 28
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE............................................................. 31
CONTRACTUAL ARRANGEMENTS ..................................................... 56
ACCOUNT PAYMENT PERFORMANCE ................................................ 56
FRAUD ........................................................................................ 56
CONSULTANTS .............................................................................. 56
OVERSEAS TRAVEL ....................................................................... 56
REPORTING AGAINST THE CARERS RECOGNITION ACT ....................... 57
DISABILITY ACTION PLANS ............................................................. 57
ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT IN GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ....................... 58
URBAN DESIGN CHARTER ............................................................... 59
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION – INFORMATION STATEMENTS ................. 59
PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION STATEMENT ................................. 59
WHISTELBLOWERS PROTECTION ACT 1993 ........................................ 59
ENERGY EFFICIENCY ACTION PLAN REPORT ..................................... 60
GREENING OF GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS FRAMEWORK .................... 60
REGIONAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STATEMENTS .................................. 61
RECONCILIATION STATEMENT ........................................................ 61
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .................................................................. 62
GLOSSARY ................................................................................... 62
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LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
Mr Andrew Inglis AM
Chair
Natural Resources Management Council
GPO Box 1047
ADELAIDE
South Australia 5001
Dear Mr Inglis
In accordance with the Natural Resources Management Act 2004, I have pleasure in presenting
the annual report of the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board for the year
ended 30 June 2012.
The Board seeks funding through the State and Commonwealth Governments and is continually
searching for any funding that is available and supports the delivery of our Regional NRM Plan.
The Board has worked hard to achieve high levels of accountability and improve its business
effectiveness through the review and improvement of its governance and operational processes.
The Board has continued to develop strong relationships with local government and we have a
nominated Local Government representative who is a Board member. The Board also continues
to have strong relationships with industry groups and relevant government agencies. The Board
looks forward to working closely with all stakeholder groups in the delivery of its programs and
achieving important natural resource outcomes within the region.
Members of the Board along with staff have established an organisation which is valued and
respected by the community.
The Board continues working closely with the community and all stakeholder groups in the
delivery of its programs and achieving important natural resource outcomes within the region.
Richard Trethewey
Presiding Member
Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board
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FOREWORD
On 1 July 2005 the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board (the Board) became
responsible for managing, protecting and restoring Kangaroo Island‘s unique natural resources. The
Kangaroo Island NRM region incorporates all of Kangaroo Island, which lies approximately 15
kilometres off the tip of Fleurieu Peninsula in southern South Australia. The Island covers an area
of 4,370 square kilometres and has 457 kilometres of coastline.
Kangaroo Island contains the highest proportion of remnant native vegetation of all South
Australian agricultural regions. This vegetation supports a wide diversity of habitats and an
abundance of wildlife, which comprises the greatest number of endemic species in any region in
South Australia. The Island‘s natural resources underpin a range of industries, dominated by
primary production, commercial fishing and tourism. These industries in turn support a diverse
vibrant community eager to manage the natural resources of Kangaroo Island sustainably for future
generations.
The Board consists of nine community members selected for their knowledge, skills and experience
in managing the natural resources on Kangaroo Island. Three government agency representatives
have also been appointed to assist the Board. These representatives do not have voting rights but
contribute in a meaningful way to the Board.
The Board believes managing the region‘s natural resources for the enjoyment of current and future
residents and visitors is a significant responsibility and is committed to taking a leadership role in
delivering the outcomes identified in the Kangaroo Island NRM plan and welcome all contributions
to managing the future of the Island and its natural resources.
All peak organisations on Kangaroo Island have important roles in shaping the future of the Island.
While each organisation has different responsibilities, they have complementary functions and
many common core objectives. The organisations listed below, along with the Kangaroo Island
Natural Resources Management Board have agreed on the above shared vision for Kangaroo Island.
Agriculture Kangaroo Island
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Kangaroo Island Council
Kangaroo Island Community Education
Kangaroo Island Health Services
Primary Industries and Regions SA
Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island
Tourism Kangaroo Island
Regional NRM Vision
The natural resources of Kangaroo Island managed sustainably by a capable and engaged
community for environmental, economic and social benefit.
Shared Vision for Kangaroo Island
Our whole of island approach will support community learning, health social and environmental
well-being and economic growth ensuring a sustainable future for all.
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PLANS AND OBJECTIVES
Natural resources management activities undertaken by the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources
Management Board are consistent with the directions set out in South Australia‘s Strategic Plan
2011 and the State Natural Resources Management Plan
SOUTH AUSTRALIA’S STRATEGIC PLAN
The SA Strategic Plan 2011 guides individuals, community organisations, governments and
businesses to secure the wellbeing of all South Australians. The Plan contains the community‘s
visions and goals and the 100 measurable targets reflect our priorities:
Our community
Our prosperity
Our environment
Our health
Our education
Our ideas.
LINK BETWEEN THE BOARD AND SOUTH AUSTRALIA’S STRATEGIC PLAN 2011
Table 1 below, illustrates where the Regional NRM Plan contributes to achieving the six visions of the
strategic plan 2011.
Table 1: Links between the KI NRM Board theme areas and the SA Strategic Plan
Regional NRM Plan SA Strategic Plan
Theme Areas
Visions
Our
Com
munit
y
Our
Pro
sper
ity
Our
Envi
ronm
ent
Our
Hea
lth
Our
Educa
tion
Our
Idea
s
Building a Sustainable Future
Rivers of Life
Island Refuge
Oceans of Blue
Repel the Invaders
Assisting the Community
Building Knowledge
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STATE NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN
The State NRM Plan identifies a 50-year vision for natural resources management in South
Australia. The State NRM Plan contains four goals:
Landscape scale management that maintains healthy natural systems and is adaptive to
climate change.
Prosperous communities and industries using and managing natural resources within
ecologically sustainable limits.
Communities, governments and industries with the capability, commitment and connections
to manage natural resources in an integrated way
Integrated management of biological threats to minimise risk to natural systems,
communities and industry
Note: the State NRM Plan 2012-2017 was released in June 2012 with 3 goals and relevant guiding
targets.
LINKS BETWEEN THE BOARD AND THE STATE NRM PLAN
Table 2 below, illustrates where the Regional NRM Plan contributes to achieving the six visions of the
strategic plan 2011.
Table 2: Links between the State NRM Plan and the KI Regional NRM Plan
Regional NRM
Plan
State NRM Plan
Goals
Theme Area
Landscape scale
management that
maintains healthy
natural systems
and is adaptive to
climate change
Prosperous
communities and
industries using
and managing
natural
resources within
ecologically
sustainable limits
Communities,
governments and
industries with the
capability,
commitment and
connections to
manage natural
resources in an
integrated way
Integrated
management of
biological threats
to minimise risks
to natural systems,
communities and
industry
Building a
Sustainable Future
Rivers of Life
Island Refuge
Oceans of Blue
Repel the Invaders
Assisting the
Community
Building Knowledge
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OPERATIONS AND INITIATIVES
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Plan 2009 (the Plan) was adopted by the
Minister for Environment and Conservation on 2 September 2009. The Plan sets out a new
direction for managing the Island‘s natural resources for the benefit of its social, economic and
environmental future.
The Plan has brought together the concerns and aspirations of the Kangaroo Island community and
stakeholders. The clarity of this common vision will underpin economic development and a
collaborative ethos for a sustainable Kangaroo Island
The Plan elucidates how relevant state, national and international policies, legislation and
agreements will be achieved in practice on Kangaroo Island.
The Plan has also established a framework for ongoing learning in a ‗plan, act, learn, improve‘
cycle. Natural resources management deals with a complex mix of social, economic and
environmental issues, many of which are not always well understood. This cycle aims to improve
our understanding, plans and actions, and communicate to all stakeholders.
Building a Sustainable Future—Land Management Program
The Land and Water Management Program supports landowners to mitigate the impacts of soil
salinity, acidity and erosion, to promote soil conservation and manage biodiversity at a landscape
scale. The program continues over 17 years of work funded originally by the National Landcare
Program (NLP), Natural Heritage Trust (NHT) and National Action Plan for Salinity and Water
Quality (NAP) and now the Australian Government Caring for our Country program and State
Complimentary NRM Program.
A Regional Landcare Facilitator and on-ground works project staff support landowners, providing
advice on best practice land management, assisting them to undertake remedial and protective on-
ground works and provide a link to Australian Government priorities and industry networks.
The program also operates a nursery and seedbank which propagates local species for the best
results with restorative works. In 2011-2012 the nursery grew approximately 40,000 seedlings
which were planted across Kangaroo Island.
The program offers incentives and demonstrations of a range of on-ground works for sustainable
land management. The on-ground works offered are selected following research from other KI
programs to facilitate best practice management of the Island‘s natural resources. Works are offered
across Kangaroo Island but during 2011-2012 two areas were particularly focussed on;
Cygnet River catchment – to ameliorate seagrass loss in Nepean Bay
Harriet River catchment – to mitigate the impacts of flood damage caused by the breaching of a
farm dam in the headwaters of the Harriet River in 2009.
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Achievements during 2011-2012 included:
On-ground works undertaken Cygnet
catchment
Harriet
catchment
Remainder
of KI
Total
works
Native vegetation protected from stock
impacts (ha) 0 1.2 20.3 21.5
Riparian vegetation protected from
stock impacts (ha) 167 3.7 251 421.7
Revegetation using local species (ha) 17.1 0 19.5 36.6
4.2 0 6.85 11.05
Perennial pastures established (ha) 208 242 597 1047
Clay spread and delved to improve
nutrient uptake and water use (ha) 0 300 50 350
Lime incorporated to improve nutrient
uptake and water use (ha) 259 465 1636 2360
Water points relocated 8 8
Stock or vehicle crossings built 8 4 13 25
Rivers of Life—Water Management Program The KI NRM Board Water Management Program works closely with the community to facilitate
the equitable management of water quality and quantity to sustain natural ecosystems, industry,
agriculture, human consumption and other urban and domestic uses on the Island.
A monitoring program has collected data on water quality each month at flow gauging stations on
Rocky River, Stun‘sail Boom River, Timber Creek and two sites on Cygnet River (Huxtable Forest
and Koala Lodge) to:
allow the Board, through consultation with the community, to determine if current water quality
needs to be improved or maintained
allow the Board to set targets, which specify acceptable water quality parameters for rivers on
KI
prioritise placement of on-ground works
assess the effect of on-ground works on water quality in catchments.
Salinity, temperature, total dissolved solids, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, pH, total nitrogen and total
phosphorous are all being measured. Data on volumes of water passing the sites allow estimates of
annual loads of some of these substances to be made and help achieve an understanding of seasonal
variations in water quality. The data complements other data already being collected by Landcare
groups on the Island.
A more intensive monitoring program was conducted at the two Cygnet River flow stations as part
of the Catchment to Coast project to gain an accurate understanding of nitrogen and phosphorous
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being transported into Nepean Bay, where these pollutants are thought to be having a detrimental
impact on seagrasses. Data collected includes:
weekly changes in nitrogen and phosphorous loads being transported by the river
data on nitrogen and phosphorous loads at specific stages during significant flow events
suspended solids.
A new farm dams GIS layer has been developed from aerial imagery captured in 2011 to provide
the Board with an accurate estimate of dam development on KI. This updates the previous layer
which was based on data from 2001. Volume estimates for all catchments and subcatchments have
been calculated enabling the volumes of water available for development to be updated.
The Water Management Program continued to support the water resources taskforce during the
year. The CSIRO report titled CSIRO Independent Scientific Review of the Kangaroo Island
Natural Resources Management Plan Water Resources Management Policy (May 2011), was
received in July 2011. The Taskforce has since met to discuss the report and its findings and a
number of recommendations have been provided to the Board regarding the ongoing development
of policies for KI.
Island Refuge – Biodiversity Management Program
The Island Refuge program assists the community to manage biodiversity and mitigate processes,
such as environmental weeds, which threaten biodiversity. The program actively researches and
implements methods to protect and enhance threatened species, particularly glossy black-cockatoos
and threatened and endangered plants.
In 2011-12 the Bush Management Advisor (BMA) worked with the local community to address
threats to biodiversity by:
Providing 45 landholders with advice on native vegetation regulations, Heritage Agreements,
threatened plants, revegetation, coastal restoration, management of environmental weeds and
Phytophthora hygiene.
Assisting the Parndana, Emu Bay and Vivonne Bay and Districts Progress Associations to
restore and manage habitat and Friends of Dudley Peninsula Parks and Wildlife and Kangaroo
Island Parks, Western Districts to undertake surveys to detect threatened southern brown
bandicoot.
Implementing 67 ha of control works for the environmental weeds bluebell creeper, coastal tea
tree, Italian buckthorn and sweet pittosporum.
Engaging with 111 KI Community Education (KICE) students. Three junior primary classes
from Kingscote Campus explored the effects of marine pollution. A primary class from
Parndana Campus investigated habitats utilised by different animals on a field trip. Senior
school students at Parndana identified weeds in class and in the field and assisted with weed
removal on a field trip.
Engaging with 64 children and adults for Hooded Plover awareness and conservation.
The Glossy Black-cockatoo Recovery Program undertakes continual research and successful on-
ground actions, such as protecting, maintaining and monitoring nests and revegetating nesting and
feeding habitat. The program is vigorously supported by volunteers and the results are impressive.
Just a decade ago, only 200 Glossy Blacks remained on Kangaroo Island but today the population
has reached between 315 and 360 birds.
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In 2011-2012 achievements for the Glossy Black-cockatoo Recovery Program included:
Monitored and protected 118 nests and installed two new artificial nest hollows to improve
glossy black-cockatoo nesting success.
Monitored glossy black-cockatoo nests using a nest-cam and recorded galahs and common
brush-tailed possums preying on chicks.
Engaged 28 volunteers to assist with the annual census in October 2011 (contributing 190
hours) and 34 volunteers to assist with nest monitoring activities (contributing 148 hours).
Trained eight commercial tour operators to guide tours in areas with glossy black-cockatoos
without disturbing them.
Planted 3,000 Allocasuarina verticillata at Western River and American River to increase
feeding habitat by 2 ha.
Monitored of Allocasuarina verticillata for the effects of drought and impacts of fire.
The Threatened Plant Species Recovery Program continues to undertake works to assist with the
recovery of threatened species and their habitat. Two complementary approaches are being used to
halt the decline of our rarest plant life:
1. The health of remnant bushland is being improved by restoring more appropriate fire regimes
(Eastern Plains Fire Trial).
2. The limited and fragmented nature of remnant bushland in eastern KI is being addressed by re-
establishing threatened plant populations, communities and habitat in a way that buffers,
enlarges and connects with existing bushland (Habitat Restoration Program).
In 2011-2012 the Eastern Plains Fire Trial (EPFT) program undertook work to re-invigorate
senescent plant communities in eastern Kangaroo Island, increase the knowledge of the importance
of fire for biodiversity conservation, improve fire management practices, strengthen partnerships
between land managers and improve public involvement in bushland management. The positive
ecological outcomes (primarily an increase in above ground plant diversity) of this project will be
self-sustaining until these vegetation communities senesce in 30-40 years time. This information
will be invaluable in the development of future programs to manage the biodiversity of fragmented
agricultural landscapes (including nationally threatened species) both on Kangaroo Island and
throughout southern Australia. Achievements include:
Two large prescribed burns were successfully completed in late October and early November
2011. A further two large scale burns were completed in March and April 2012. The total area
of these sites was 176 ha. These were undertaken by crews from the Department of
Environment, Water and Natural Resources (DEWNR), the SA Country Fire Service and local
landholders.
A total of seven SA Country Fire Service volunteers were involved in burn operations at two
large sites under this project during spring 2011. A further 21 volunteers assisted with
prescribed burning operations in autumn 2012.
A total of 18 sites were resurveyed in October and November to collect information on the
effect of prescribed burns under phase 1 of the EPFT. A further 21 sites were surveyed in
March, April and May (total of 39 sites surveyed). Key factors observed influencing native
plant regeneration at sites were edge effects, fire intensity, native herbivore grazing and site
condition.
A unique operational method was developed to address the challenges of undertaking a burn
program in long unburnt vegetation in close proximity to a large proportion of the Kangaroo
Island population. A central element of this method was the co-ordination, management and
delivery of the project by a core body of staff. An emphasis was placed on developing
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techniques to prepare sites, manage relationships, select appropriate burn conditions, manage
burn logistics and crew, and implement on-ground fire management.
Project sites will significantly buffer and enlarge existing threatened plant habitat in eastern
Kangaroo Island and help establish improved links in strategic locations along landscape corridors.
The Habitat Restoration Program re-establishes threatened plant habitat using a unique approach to
revegetation by specifically focusing its activities on sites within a critical habitat zone for
nationally threatened plants on KI, as identified by the recovery plan for nationally threatened plant
species on Kangaroo Island. The project builds on past achievements by the KI Nationally
Threatened Plant Project (KINTPP) which has conducted comprehensive research into the
composition of local plant communities and aims to mimic the diversity found in intact remnants by
propagating and planting out a minimum of 120 species in biodiverse plantings. The density of
under-storey is kept high at a minimum of 2,000 plants per ha with sparser over-storey to reflect the
structure found in nearby intact remnants. The project has access to its own threatened plant project
nursery with a proven capacity to successfully grow 130,000 plants per year, comprising 120
species, including nationally threatened species by applying unique propagation methods developed
since 2003.
In July 2011 a total of 702 people attended the KI Planting Festival and planted 120,288 seedlings
over a 51.94 ha area in just three days. A total of 120 Kangaroo Island plant species were included
in the plantings. 50 kg of native seed was collected and also distributed over the planting area. This
work completed the last large-scale planting on Cygnet Park Sanctuary in eastern Kangaroo Island,
producing the largest patch of native vegetation in the lower Cygnet Valley. From October 2011 to
April 2012 900 batches of native seed were collected for the next season and 57,000 plants
propagated. A working document outlining all the steps involved in propagating this diverse array
of native plants was produced which summarised the methods used from seed treatment to species-
specific propagation dates.
Oceans of Blue – Coast and Marine Management Program
The Coast and Marine Program assists with the protection and management of Kangaroo Island‘s
coastal and marine environments through a diverse range of projects that encompass environmental
assessment, resource monitoring, on-ground works, education and community engagement.
2011-2012 achievements included:
A new method for revegetating seagrass was trialled by transplanting two species of seagrass
into four different plots in January 2012. Each plot contained two blocks at two different
depths. A total of 100 seedlings were transplanted at each location. These sites were assessed in
April 2012 and on average at least 75% of the transplants had survived.
Continued monitoring of the health and state of seagrass cover in Nepean Bay. This monitoring
captures resource condition trends and will be used to assess the effectiveness of on-ground
works in the catchment which are designed to improve water quality in the future.
Began a new monitoring program to characterise nutrient concentration and distribution in
Nepean Bay which will underpin the seagrass monitoring program and help explain patterns
and changes detected by this program. Artificial seagrass blades were successfully harvested
every 2–3 months from 44 monitoring sites. Algal growth on the blades was recorded and
analysed. Preliminary results demonstrate differential algal growth rates at different sites,
indicating variable nutrient concentration across Western Cove.
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Engaged with the community to assist with the seagrass monitoring and restoration projects by
inviting community members to participate in the field work program so that they can see and
be involved in the work first hand.
Held site demonstrations at the Kangaroo Island Field Day to educate and inform the
community about the importance of seagrass and its ecology.
Conducted marine pest surveys at four locations on KI and two key locations on Yorke
Peninsula. Marine pests were found and removed at two of the four locations on KI.
Removed 70 invasive European fan worms from the Kingscote Jetty and one from the Bay of
Shoals.
Developed interpretative signs for installation on Gulf St Vincent promoting marine pest
detection and removal procedures for boats.
Delivered 12 presentations on marine pests to the SA Trailerboat Association, SA Charter
Fishers Association, SA Royal Yacht squadron, Sea Rescue Squadron and various local
progress associations, coastal community groups and local councils.
Distributed marine pest brochures and stickers to the boating and local community and
stakeholder groups.
Continued a regional little penguin monitoring program on KI. The program worked closely
with the local community to monitor breeding success and predators at penguin colonies around
Kangaroo Island.
Assessed subtidal reef biodiversity at 10 north coast reef sites to monitor a benchmark condition
report for long-term monitoring of reef health.
Collaborated with community groups to secure two commonwealth and two state community
grants focused on monitoring reefs, shorebirds and hooded plovers.
Established an Island-wide community census for little penguins with 90 volunteers.
Repel the Invaders – Pest Management Program
The KI NRM Board‘s pest management program works closely with the community, government
agencies, research, industry and stakeholder groups to:
1. Determine the distribution and impact of, and manage and control feral animals on KI, in
particular feral goats, feral deer, feral pigs and feral cats.
2. Implement proven and innovative strategies to monitor, manage, control and eradicate weeds
invading KI.
2011-2012 achievements included:
Almost complete eradication of feral goats. Ground control, a helicopter shoot and search for
feral goats was undertaken to assess whether eradication has been completed. Five goats were
destroyed during this assessment and at least four still remain.
As domestic goat management is now the greatest threat to successful long term eradication all
goat owners were contacted to discuss current goat numbers and activities. A permitting system
has been investigated and developed which is being considered.
Pig management continued in the Grassdale region and was expanded to the Western Districts
management unit (MU3) where coordinated management was implemented by seven
landholders which resulting in 27 pigs destroyed. The pigs in this area impact particularly on
potato growers.
Weeds of National Significance (WoNS) were managed over 550 ha across 11 sites with 30
land managers involved. Blackberry was managed at seven sites. Bridal creeper was managed at
four regional outlier sites based on the actions set in the Bridal Creeper Management Strategy
for Kangaroo Island 2006–2010. Two new potential blackberry sites were detected during this
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reporting period and will be managed. Control activities were based on the recommended
annual control actions for each known infestation documented in the Blackberry Management
Strategy 2006–2012: Eradication of European blackberry from Kangaroo Island.
WoNS were promoted as part of KI NRM Board stalls at the Kingscote and Parndana
Agricultural Shows and also the Kangaroo Island Field Day. Interactive games were provided
for children including: ferals knock‘em down, weed seed numbers guessing game and feral cat
stomach lucky dip. Project information materials were available as well as the presence of
technical staff to answer public enquiries. WoNS work on KI was also promoted and reported
on through the Kangaroo Island Visitor Guide, the local stakeholder group Agriculture
Kangaroo Island (AgKI) electronic newsletter, local radio, and the local newspaper The
Islander, fact sheets and posters.
As part of planning WoNS management activities, project staff held face to face or phone
meetings with 30 landholders and managers, including DEWNR, to coordinate control
activities, encourage involvement and share control techniques.
Annual surveys for potential vertebrate pests and regional alert weeds were undertaken.
Response plans for rabbits and foxes have been produced.
Annual deer fence inspections were completed.
Quarantine bins were maintained. Biosecurity awareness material and articles were produced
and distributed relating to prohibited items on KI and KI quarantine.
Assisting the Community
The KI NRM Board believes managing natural resources is about working with people – it is
people who supply the vision, drive and commitment. People also benefit socially and
economically from well-managed natural resources that support industries and communities. The
Board works together with the community to successfully manage the Island‘s natural resources in
the face of future challenges.
To support KI coastal residents, Board staff assisted the local Landcare group EcoAction to develop
a coastal gardens planting guide for Kangaroo Island based on an Adelaide and Mount Lofty
Ranges NRM Board guide. To promote the booklet and demonstrate local native plant alternatives,
Board staff worked with EcoAction to deliver workshops at Penneshaw, American River, Vivonne
Bay and Kingscote and presented to community groups and at the Kangaroo Island Field Day and
Kingscote Agricultural Show.
In partnership with the Kangaroo Island Health Service and the local radio station, Board staff
promoted the health benefits of interacting with the environment at a stall outside the major
shopping centre in Kingscote for Mental Health week. Information presented included volunteering
in local environment groups and outdoor recreational clubs and their activities.
The Board continued to support the community through displays at the following regional events:
Kingscote and Parndana agricultural shows where displays focused on feral and weed
management, Glossy Black-cockatoo Recovery Program, volunteer and community groups,
coastal gardens, Eastern Plains Fire Trial and carbon sequestration.
Kangaroo Island Field Day with displays promoting carbon sequestration, native species
restoration, feral and weed management, seagrass restoration and sustainable farming.
The Board also continued to work together with Agriculture Kangaroo Island (AgKI), the region‘s
peak agricultural body representing primary producers on the Island. A Board staff member
attended AgKI meetings and the Board regularly contributes to the AgKI newsletter.
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Board staff have continued to support local NRM community groups by inviting them to natural
resources local events, activities and workshops, forwarding relevant information to them,
promoting their activities on the website and noticeboard, answering enquiries, assisting groups
with grants and award applications and providing them with technical advice to assist them to
deliver their projects. The Board assisted to co-ordinate a Community Grant Writing Workshop
presented in Kingscote by the Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and
Communities.
Building Knowledge – Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Improvement (MERI)
In preparation for a full review of the Regional NRM Plan ‗Here to Stay‘ information has been
compiled on each of the 38 Regional Targets identified in the Plan. The intention of each target is
explained and the data needed to measure progress against it is identified. If that data exists then its
location, coverage, frequency and currency is specified. There is a summary of existing information
and trends, actions the Board can take to fill gaps in the necessary information, and the Program
Logic of each target is mapped.
A detailed process and timeline for completing a comprehensive review of the existing regional
NRM Plan and for creating a revised Plan ready for implementation in 2014 has been developed.
The Board produced a second summary of local achievements across the range of its activities in a
report ‗Working Together: Achievements 2010-2011‘, distributed across the island with ‗The
Islander‘ newspaper.
The Board continues to add to its catalogue of NRM documents relevant to Kangaroo Island
(currently containing about 5550 items).
Other Achievements
Contribution to Development and Review of State Policies and Strategies
o DENR Visitor Strategy – People and Parks
o State NRM Plan
Development of 2011-2017 project proposals
Board representation on State and Regional Committees
o Aboriginal State-wide Advisory Committee
o KI Tourism Optimisation Management Model Committee
o Kangaroo Island Bushfire Management Committee
o Tourism Kangaroo Island
o Agriculture Kangaroo Island
Consideration of Native Vegetation Council applications
Internal Board Business Achievements 2011-2012
Continuation of Employee Assistance Program
2010-2011 Achievements Report
Review of staff contracts
Preparation of operating budget
Staff development activities
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o Conference attendance - various
o 4WD, Fire training
o Landcare Facilitator training
ROLE, LEGISLATION AND STRUCTURE
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board was established on 9 December 2004
under the auspices of the Natural Resources Management Act 2004. This report for the 2011-12
financial year fulfils the requirements of Section 38 of the Natural Resources Management Act.
OBJECT OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACT
The objects of the Act include assisting in the achievement of ecologically sustainable development
in the State by establishing an integrated scheme to promote the use and management of natural
resources in a manner that—
a) recognises and protects the intrinsic values of natural resources; and
b) seeks to protect biological diversity and, insofar as is reasonably practicable, to support and
encourage the restoration or rehabilitation of ecological systems and processes that have been
lost or degraded; and
c) provides for the protection and management of catchments and the sustainable use of land and
water resources and, insofar as is reasonably practicable, seeks to enhance and restore or
rehabilitate land and water resources that have been degraded; and
d) seeks to support sustainable primary and other economic production systems with particular
reference to the value of agriculture and mining activities to the economy of the State; and
e) provides for the prevention or control of impacts caused by pest species of animals and plants
that may have an adverse effect on the environment, primary production or the community; and
f) promotes educational initiatives and provides support mechanisms to increase the capacity of
people to be involved in the management of natural resources.
ROLE OF THE BOARD
The Boards‘ role is defined in the Natural Resources Management Act and includes:
Taking an active role in the management of natural resources within the region and providing
advice on natural resource issues;
Preparing a regional natural resources management plan;
Implementing the Board‘s three-year business plan;
Promoting public awareness and understanding of the importance of integrated and sustainable
NRM;
Providing advice on the assessment of activities or proposals referred under legislation or on
any matter relevant to the condition or management of natural resources; and
Undertaking and supporting educational activities and increasing community capacity to
undertake sustainable natural resource management.
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FUNCTIONS OF THE KANGAROO ISLAND NRM BOARD
Section 29 of the Natural Resources Management Act describes the functions of the Kangaroo
Natural Resources Management Board.
(1) The functions of a regional NRM Board are—
(a) to undertake an active role with respect to the management of natural resources within its
region; and
(b) —
(i) to prepare a regional NRM plan in accordance with this Act; and
(ii) to implement that plan; and
(iii) to keep the plan under review to ensure that the objects of this Act are being
achieved; and
(c) to promote public awareness and understanding of the importance of integrated and
sustainable natural resources management within its region, to undertake or support
educational initiatives with respect to natural resources management, and to provide
mechanisms to increase the capacity of people to implement programs or to take other steps
to improve the management of natural resources; and
(d) to provide advice with respect to the assessment of various activities or proposals referred to
the Board under this or any other Act; and
(e) to resolve any issues that may arise between any NRM groups that are relevant to the
management of natural resources within its region; and
(ea)to undertake an active role in ensuring-
(i) that any Development Plan under the Development Act 1993 that applies within its
region promotes the objects of this Act; and
(ii) insofar as is reasonably practicable, that those Development Plans and the Board‘s
regional NRM plan form a coherent set of policies,
and, in so doing, when a Development Plan amendment under the Development Act 1993
that is relevant to the activities of the Board is under consideration under that Act, to work
with-
(iii) in the case of a Development Plan amendment proposed by a council-the council; or
(iv) in the case of a Development Plan amendment proposed by a Minister-that
Minister‘s department; and
(f) at the request of the Minister or the NRM Council, or on its own initiative, to provide advice
on any matter relevant to the condition of natural resources within its region, or on the
management of those resources, to conduct any inquiry or audit, or to provide any other
advice or report that may be appropriate in the circumstances; and
(g) such other functions assigned to the Board by the Minister or by or under this or any other
Act.
(2) To avoid doubt, a regional NRM Board may act with respect to a particular matter despite
the fact that the matter may not fall within the scope of its regional NRM plan.
(3) However, if a regional NRM Board acts with respect to a particular matter in the
circumstances described in subsection (2), the Board must furnish a report on the matter to
the Natural Resources Committee of the Parliament (unless the matter is not, in the opinion
of the Board, significant).
(4) In performing its functions, a regional NRM Board should (as far as is reasonably
practicable) seek to work collaboratively with—
(a) the other regional NRM Boards whose regions adjoin the region of the Board; and
(b) other State agencies, agencies of the Commonwealth, and agencies of the other States and
Territories, that have functions that are relevant to those of the Board; and
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(c) NRM groups with areas that fall (wholly or partially) within the region of the Board; and
(d) the constituent councils for the region, and other councils as may be relevant; and
(e) relevant industry, environment and community groups and organisations; and
(f) persons who own or occupy land within the region of the Board (insofar as may be
relevant).
(5) A regional NRM Board will, with respect to the performance of its functions, report to the
Minister.
(6) If the Minister assigns a function to a regional NRM Board under subsection (1)—
(a) the Minister must furnish a report on the matter to the Natural Resources Committee of the
Parliament; and
(b) the regional NRM Board must cause a statement of the fact of the assignment to be
published in its next annual report.
MEMBERSHIP
Section 25 of the Natural Resources Management Act provides for the appointment of the
Kangaroo Natural Resources Management Board.
The Board comprises 9 members, appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of the
Minister. Each of the appointed members of the Board is a person who, in the opinion of the
Minister, meets the standards stipulated by section 25(4) of the Natural Resources Management Act
for the appointment of members:
The membership of the Board during 2011-2012 was:
Members
Mr Richard Trethewey (Presiding Member)
Mrs Jayne Bates
Mr Alan Childs
Mr Daniel Pattingale
Ms Peggy Rismiller
Mrs Shirley Pledge (appointed 4 August 2011)
Ms Kathie Stove
Mr Anthony Trethewey
As at 30 June 2012 there was one vacant position on the Board.
Government representatives authorised to attend meetings
Ms Julie Cann (Dept for Water) (Resigned)
Dr Medhi Doroudi (Dept of Primary Industries and Regions South Australia)
Mr Steven Watson (Kangaroo Island Council)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
The membership of the Biosecurity Advisory Committee during 2011-12 was:
Beverley Overton
Geoffrey Nutt
Jennifer Stanton
Richard Glatz
Carly Buttrose
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The membership of the On Ground Works Advisory Committee during 2011-12 was:
William Roper
Shirley Pledge
David Ball
Charles Rodney Bell
The membership of the Coast & Estuarine Marine Advisory Committee during 2011-12 was:
Andrew Neighbour
Bevan Patterson
Cherie Tyley
Virginia Walden
Barry Tydeman
David Young
MEETINGS: GENERAL AND SPECIAL
A total of 11 general Kangaroo Island NRM Board meetings were held during the 2011-12
financial year. One special Kangaroo Island NRM Board meetings was held during the 2011-12
financial year.
Table : Attendance by Appointed Board Members at Meetings
Member Meeting attendance Reason for non attendance
Richard Trethewey 11
Jayne Bates 9 Other commitments
Alan Childs 11 Other commitments
Daniel Pattingale 9 Other commitments
Shirley Pledge 9 Appointed August 2011
Peggy Rismiller 10 Other commitments
Kathie Stove 11
Anthony Trethewey 10 Other commitments
GOVERNANCE ARRANGEMENTS
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board is accountable to its local community
and in some situations, as outlined in the Act to the relevant Minister and the Parliament.
The Board works collaboratively with the other spheres of government in areas where there is a
common interest.
Board Representation
Board members are appointed for their skills and knowledge and are required to exercise these for
the benefit of the Board as a whole. The Board has fairly, effectively and efficiently represented its
community through its appointed board members.
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Community Participation
The Board has invited and provided real opportunities for the community to contribute to
discussions and decisions that impact upon and are of concern to it. The Board‘s establishment of a
Water Resources Taskforce and Indigenous Reference Group are examples of the opportunities
provided. In addition the Board undertook consultation on the annual review of its business plan.
Roles and Relationships
Board members and staff have been made aware of their respective roles and responsibilities, which
are clearly stated and regularly reviewed. The relationships between the Presiding Member, board
members and staff foster partnership, maturity and a high level of respect.
Strategic Direction
The community expects the Board will have a clear direction for the future. The Board through its
regional planning process and annual review of its business plan has established and communicated
its priorities, the strategies it will adopt, resources it will require and how it will report on progress.
Policies & Procedures
Policies support the Board to achieve its objectives and are underpinned by clear procedures and
responsibilities for implementation. The Board has in place a number of operational and
administrative policies and procedures to ensure compliance with its obligations under the Natural
Resources Management Act 2004, OHSW Act 1986, Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA), Public
Sector Management Act 1995, Whistleblowers Protection Act 1993, Freedom of Information Act
1991, Treasury Instructions and Australian Accounting Standards.
The Board reviews its policy areas on an ongoing basis.
Financial Management
Compliance
Risk Management
Administration
Human Resource Management
IT Management
Board and Committee Meetings
Board meetings are the key decision making forum. Committees support the achievement of the
objectives of the Board and enable persons (other than Board members) to participate in community
decision making processes. All records of meetings are readily accessible to the public, except in
circumstances provided for by the Natural Resources Management Act 2004
The Board‘s Finance Committee oversees polices to ensure that all statutory obligations are met,
particularly in respect of audit and finance matters
Accountability
Board members are accountable to their constituents for the governance of the board area. The
Regional Manager is accountable to the Board for managing its resources efficiently and
effectively. In preparation of the Annual Report the Board prepares its financial statements and
submits them for audit by the Auditor General.
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ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
The Board organisation structure reflects its Finance Committee, Advisory Committees and Task
Forces
Due to the Regional Integration process a major restructure of the workforce has occurred during
2011-2012. .
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Land & Water
Management
Community
Engagement
Weed & Biosecurity
Management
Coast & Marine
Management
Board & Program
Administration
Feral Animal
Management
KI NRM Board
Water Resources
Taskforce
MERLIN
Taskforce
Finance
Committee
Regional
Manager
On-ground Works Advisory
Committee
Coast, Estuarine & Marine Advisory
Committee
Biosecurity Advisory
Committee
Manager of Community, Engagement &
Planning
Manager of Business
Support
Manager of Sustainable
Landscapes
Threatened Species
Management
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MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
EMPLOYEE NUMBERS, GENDER AND STATUS
The Board has an employment structure of 17.3 FTE
Suggested Tables:
EMPLOYEE NUMBERS, GENDER AND STATUS
Total Number of Employees
Persons 22
FTEs 17.3 (FTEs shown to 1 decimal place)
Gender % Persons % FTEs
Male 50 54.91
Female 50 45.09
Number of Persons During the 11-12 Financial Year
Separated from the agency 10
Recruited to the agency 6
Number of Persons at 30 June 2012
On Leave without Pay 0
Number of Persons recruited to the
agency during 11/12 financial year
and who were active/paid at June
2012
4
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NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES BY SALARY BRACKET
SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTIONS BY THE BOARD
Employee Amount Employee Amount Employee Amount
20V $ 4714.61 21J $1975.50 18N $ 5864.41
14D $ 6930.19 25KL $4814.44 6M $ 5692.21
7MK $ 1030.96 3G $5798.65 58CAS $ 49.57
8PM $ 7638.42 18N $5864.41 60CAS $ 119.85
22K $ 1126.90 2R $3432.82 26 CAS $ 2569.44
24RW $ 5684.28 1CW $6017.59 19CAS $ 56.53
28JS $ 5625.40 66HA $2370.18 33BM $ 4433.47
34FB $ 3106.92 57CAS $ 482.49 54CAS $ 46.72
17B $ 4645.84 21J $7413.17 5CAS $ 653.10
70CAS $ 284.91 71CAS $ 343.30 72CAS $ 91.41
73AM $ 118.76 67CAS $ 79.23
STATUS OF EMPLOYEES IN CURRENT POSITION
FTEs Ongoing Short-Term
Contract
Long-Term
Contract
Other
(Casual) Total
Male 0 3.8 4.8 0.9 9.5
Female 0 1.8 4.7 1.3 7.8
TOTAL 0 5.6 9.5 2.2 17.3
EXECUTIVES
EXECUTIVES BY GENDER, CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS
Ongoing Term Tenured Term Untenured Other (Casual) Total
Classification
Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female Male % Female % Total
0
0
Total 0
Salary Bracket Male Female Total
$0 - $51,599 3 5 8
$51,600 - $65,699 5 3 8
$65,700 - $84,099 3 3 6
$84,100 - $106,199 0 0 0
$106,200+ 0 0 0
TOTAL 11 11 22
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LEAVE MANAGEMENT
AVERAGE DAYS LEAVE PER FULL TIME EQUIVALENT EMPLOYEE
Leave Type
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
Sick Leave 2.64 3.99 6.88 3.48
Family Carer‘s Leave .5 .5 .85 .55
Miscellaneous Special
Leave 0 0 0 0
WORKFORCE DIVERSITY
ABORIGINAL AND/OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EMPLOYEES
Salary
Bracket Aboriginal
Employees
Total
Employees
%
Aboriginal
Employees
Target*
$0 -
$51,599 0 8 0 2%
$51,600 -
$65,699 0 8 0 2%
$65,700-
$84,099 0 6 0 2%
$84,100 -
$100,999 0 0 0 2%
$106,200+ 0 0 0 2%
TOTAL 0 00 0 2%
* Target from SASP
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES BY AGE BRACKET BY GENDER
Age Bracket Male Female Total % of Total 2010 Workforce
Benchmark*
15-19 0 0 0 0 6.1%
20-24 0 1 1 4.55 10.6%
25-29 1 2 3 13.64 10.5%
30-34 4 0 4 18.18 9.4%
35-39 1 1 2 9.09 11.2%
40-44 1 2 3 13.64 11.1%
45-49 0 1 1 4.55 12.2%
50-54 1 0 1 4.55 11.0%
55-59 1 3 4 18.18 9.2%
60-64 2 1 3 13.64 6.0%
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65+ 0 0 0 0 2.9%
TOTAL 11 11 22 100 100.0
*Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics Australian Demographic Statistics, 6291.0.55.001 Labour Force
Status (ST LM8) by sex, age, state, marital status – employed – total from Feb78 Supertable, South Australia
at May 2010.
CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC DIVERSITY
Male Female Total % Agency SA Community*
Number of employees born
overseas 0 0 0 0 20.3%
Number of employees who
speak language(s) other than
English at home
0 0 0 0 16.6%
* Benchmarks from ABS Publication Basic Community Profile (SA) Cat No. 2001.0, 2006 census.
TOTAL NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES WITH DISABILITIES (ACCORDING TO
COMMONWEALTH DDA DEFINITION)
Male Female Total % of Agency
0 0 0 0
TYPES OF DISABILIY (WHERE SPECIFIED)
Disability Male Female Total % of Agency
Disability requiring
workplace
adaptation
0
0
0
0
Physical 0 0 0 0
Intellectual 0 0 0 0
Sensory 0 0 0 0
Psychological/
Psychiatric
0 0
0 0
VOLUNTARY FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
VOLUNTARY FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS BY GENDER
Male Female Total
Purchased Leave 0 0 0
Flexitime 9 8 17
Compressed Weeks 0 0 0
Part-time 4 8 12
Job Share 0 0 0
Working from Home 0 0 0
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Note: Employees may be undertaking more than one type of Flexible Working Arrangement at the same time. In this way, the total is unlikely to add to 100%. Further information on monitoring and reporting of Voluntary Flexible Working Arrangements can be found at: http://intra.sa.gov.au/Policies/cpe/docs/Standard_3-1.pdf
PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT DOCUMENTED REVIEW OF INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Employees with … % Total Workforce
A review within the past 12 months 4.55
A review older than 12 months 54.55
No review 40.91
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING EXPENDITURE
Training and Development Total Cost % of Total Salary
Expenditure
Total training and development expenditure $0 0%
Total leadership and management
development expenditure $0 0%
ACCREDITED TRAINING PACKAGES
ACCREDITED TRAINING PACKAGES BY CLASSIFICATION
Classification Number of Accredited Training
Packages
0
0
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS
The gender balance of the Board is always taken into consideration when members are appointed.
The members of the Board are aware of and abide by their obligations under the State Equal
Opportunity Act 1984.
The Board supports participation in such programs as:
SA government Youth Training Scheme and the Trainee Employment Register
SA Public Sector Aboriginal Recruitment and Development Strategy and the
Aboriginal Employment Register.
Strategy for Employment of people with Disabilities (which includes the disability
Employment Register)
Career week and Work experience
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In addition to this it is the policy of the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management
Board to undertake compliance with the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) by
promoting a work environment where everyone is treated with respect, fairness, equality
and dignity.
ensuring an environment free from discrimination, bullying and harassment
prevent discrimination, bullying and harassment in the workplace
ensuring management and staff are aware they may be liable for any unlawful act which
occurs in the work area under their supervision
ensuring prompt, serious, sensitive, impartial and confidential investigations of
complaints, enquiries and questions relating to discrimination, bullying and harassment
ensure any person who feels they have just cause for a complaint is able to use the
complaint procedures without fear of retribution or disadvantage:
The Board currently has 2 discrimination and harassment contact officers.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND INJURY MANAGEMENT
Everyone who works for the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board is responsible
for the health, safety and welfare of our people and customers in the workplace.
It is the aim of the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board to minimise the risk of
injury and illness to our employees and other persons at work.
The Board believes that the proper management of occupational health, safety and welfare is an
integral part of our management processes.
The Board will support this Policy through:
adoption of a planned and systematic approach to OHS&W management,
effective consultation between managers and employees,
provision of resources and training for successful implementation of our plans,
managers facilitating the elimination or management of identified risks, and,
continuous improvement of our OHS&W management system.
The objectives of this policy are to achieve:
the development, application, monitoring and continuous improvement of an OHSW & Injury
Management System to prevent injury and illness;
minimise the severity and incidence of workplace injury and illness;
due diligence by meeting, as the minimum, all statutory safety, health and welfare requirements;
consistency in the demonstration, by all employees and contractors, of their responsibility to;
protect their own health and safety, and,
avoid adversely affecting the health and safety of any other person at work;
the identification, assessment and effective management of risks at work;
effective implementation and review of corrective actions for identified risks;
effective consultation through the establishment and maintenance of consultative structures and
processes that facilitate employee participation and contribute to the decision making processes;
informed and well trained managers and employees, who can provide instruction and
supervision, when required, to help others to safely carry out their OHS&W responsibilities;
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employee and manager accountability for the successful delivery of the safety, health and
welfare program;
equitable and efficient claims management;
the early return of injured employees to the workplace
In addition to this policy the Board undertakes the following actions;
appointment of OHWS Representative in the workplace
participation in statewide NRM Board OHWS Coordinator position
OHSW as standing item on Board Agenda
OHSW as standing item on Staff Meeting Agenda
TABLE 1 OHS NOTICES AND CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN
Number of notifiable occurrences pursuant to OHS&W Regulations Part 7
Division 6
NIL
Number of notifiable injuries pursuant to OHS&W Regulations Part 7 Division 6 NIL
Number of notices served pursuant to OHS&W Act s35, s39 and s40 (default,
improvement and prohibition notices)
NIL
TABLE 2: AGENCY GROSS1 WORKERS COMPENSATION EXPENDITURE FOR 2011-
12 COMPARED WITH 2010-11 2
EXPENDITURE
2011-12
($m)
2010-11
($m)
Variation
($m) + (-)
% Change
+ (-)
Income Maintenance 0 0
Lump Sum Settlements
Redemptions - Sect.42 0 0
Lump Sum Settlements
Permanent Disability – Sect. 43 0 0
Medical/Hospital Costs combined 0 0
Other 0 0
Total Claims Expenditure 0 0
1 before 3rd party recovery
2 Information available from SIMS (for detailed advice on data extraction contact PSWD)
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TABLE 3 MEETING SAFETY PERFORMANCE TARGETS3
Base:
2005-06
Performance: 12 months to end
of
June 2012 *
Final
Target
Number
s or %
Actual Notional
Quarterl
y
Target**
Variatio
n
Numbers
or %
1. Workplace Fatalities 0 0 0
2. New Workplace Injury Claims 0 0 0
3. New Workplace Injury Claims
Frequency Rate
0 0 0
4. Lost Time Injury Frequency
Rate ***
0 0 0
5. New Psychological Injury
Claims
0 0 0
6. Rehabilitation and Return to
Work:
0 0 0
6a. Early Assessment within 2
days
0 0 0 80% or
more
6b. Early Intervention within 5
days
0 0 0 80% or
more
6c. RTW within 5 business days 0 0 0 75% or
more
7. Claim Determination: 0 0 0
7a. Claims determined in 10
business days
0 0 0 75% or
more
7b. Claims still to be determined
after 3 months
0 0 0 3% or less
8. Income Maintenance Payments
for Recent Injuries:
0 0 0
2009-10 Injuries (at 24 months
development)
0 0 0 Below
previous
2 years
average
2011-12 Injuries (at 12 months
development)
0 0 0 Below
previous
2 years
average
* Except for Target 8, which is YTD. For Targets 5, 6c, 7a and 7b, performance is measured up
to the previous quarter to allow reporting lag.
** Based on cumulative reduction from base at a constant quarterly figure.
***Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate Injury frequency rate for new lost-time injury/disease for
each one million hours worked. This frequency rate is calculated for benchmarking and is used by
the WorkCover Corporation.
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Formula for Lost Time Injury frequency rate (new claims): Number of new cases of lost-time injury/disease for year x 1,000,000
Number of hours worked in the year
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board has submitted the following financial
statements to the Auditor General. The audited version has been inserted for information.
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CONTRACTUAL ARRANGEMENTS
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board did not enter into any contractual
agreements over $4 million during 2011-2012.
ACCOUNT PAYMENT PERFORMANCE
Particulars
Number of
accounts
paid
Percentage of
accounts paid
(by number)
Value in $A of
accounts paid
Percentage of
accounts paid
(by value)
Paid by due date* 681 96.42% $1,832,020 99.43%
Paid late, within 30
days of due date 11 1.91% $9,013 1.39%
Paid more than 30
days from due date 0 0 0 0
*Note: The due date is defined under section 11.7 of Treasurer‘s Instruction 11 Payment of Creditors’ Accounts. Generally,
unless there is a discount or a written agreement between the public authority and the creditor, payment should be within
thirty days of the date of the invoice or claim. Some agencies receive invoices significantly later than the invoice date, due to
supplier invoicing processes. Agencies may choose to report against the date the invoice is first received rather than the date
of invoice.
FRAUD
The number of instances of fraud detected in the Board was nil.
It is the policy of the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board to ensure that
appropriate procedures are in place for the prevention of fraud.
Policy F19 ensures that:
Internal controls are maintained for sound practices and efficient management of the Board
Adequate procedures are in place for the prevention of error and fraud in the financial
transactions and records
CONSULTANTS
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board engaged one external consultant at the
total cost of $10,000 for the year 2011 – 2012.
OVERSEAS TRAVEL No overseas travel was undertaken during 2011-2012 by any Board, Committee members or staff
of the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board
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REPORTING AGAINST THE CARERS RECOGNITION ACT
This is not relevant to the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board.
DISABILITY ACTION PLANS
Promoting Independence – Disability Action Plans for South Australia provides a framework of
action for agencies to meet the requirements of the Commonwealth Disability Discrimination Act
1992 and the SA Equal Opportunity Act 1984.
There are six outcome areas outlined in Promoting Independence which the Board reports against:
1. The Board ensures accessibility of their services to people with disabilities, both as
customers and employees.
2. The Board ensures information about their services and programs is inclusive of people with
disabilities.
3. The Board delivers advice or services to people with disabilities with awareness and
understanding of issues affecting people with disabilities. IN doing so, agencies should
report on the extent of the delivery of disability awareness training with staff using the SA
Disability Awareness and Discrimination Training Framework.
4. The Board provides opportunities for consultation with people with disabilities in decision
making processes regarding service delivery and in the implementation of complaints and
grievance mechanisms.
5. The General Manager ensures that their Board has met the requirements of the Disability
Discrimination Act and Equal Opportunity Act.
6. The Board reports on how they are increasing the rate of employment of people with a
disability in order to meet the SASP Target 6.22 – ―to double the number of people with
disabilities employed in the public sector by 2014‖.
The Board‘s Disability Action Plan provides a structured approach towards identifying and
Systematically removing discriminatory practices from policy administration, services,
Employment and facilities. Its intention is to effect positive change that makes equal
Opportunity and equity of access to government a reality for people with disabilities.
Objective Action Success
Indicator
Responsibility Timeline
KI NRM Board
offices are accessible
Specific accommodation
needs are met for
employees with
disabilities
Emergency procedures are
inclusive of people with
disabilities
Employees
with
disabilities
have their
needs met.
Employees
with
disabilities
have their
needs met.
Senior
Management
OHWS
Representative
Ongoing
June
2012
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Programs and services
promote inclusion of
people with
disabilities and the
access provisions that
are available
Staff are aware of the
requirement to promote
inclusion of people with
disabilities
Employees
with
disabilities
have their
needs met.
Senior
management
Ongoing
All Board
communications are
inclusive of people
with disabilities
Publications are available
in alternate format upon
request and all
publications promote
alternative formats being
available. Include budget
provisions for alternate
format for all publications
Adequate
budget
allocated
Communications
Officer
Ongoing
The Board provides
opportunities for
consultation with
people with
disabilities
People with disabilities are
given effective voice in
day-to-day business
activities and decisions.
Promote and increase
representation of people
with disabilities on
advisory bodies and
committees
Informal
assessment
Informal
assessment
Senior
management
Senior
Management
Ongoing
Ongoing
Board addresses
issues of recruitment
for people with
disabilities
Review recruitment
processes to ensure they
are accessible and
inclusive to people with
disabilities
All
recruitment
and
assessment
processes are
accessible
Senior
Management
Ongoing
ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT IN GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS
Category No. of Sites Category
Description
Interpretation one or more
items at these sites
At start
of year
At end of
year
1 0 0 Remove Should be removed promptly
2 0 0 Remove as
soon as
practical
Should be scheduled for removal
at a practical time – scheduled
for 2012-13
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3 0 0 Use care
during
maintenance
May need removal during
maintenance works
4 0 0 Monitor
Condition
Has asbestos present. Inspect
according to legislation and
policy
5 0 0 No Asbestos
identified/
identified
asbestos has
been removed
All asbestos identified and has
been removed or no asbestos
present at this site.
6 0 0 Further
information
required
Sites not yet categorised
URBAN DESIGN CHARTER
Cabinet adopted the South Australian Urban Design Charter as whole-of-government urban policy.
The Charter was publicly released in November 2004.
The Urban Design Charter aims to promote the benefits of good urban design, embedded the
principles into government processes and record the South Australian Government‘s commitment
to good urban design.
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board has undertaken no activities relevant
to the implementation of the urban design charter.
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION – INFORMATION STATEMENTS
PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION STATEMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 9 of the Freedom of Information Act 1991(the Act), the
following details comprise the information Statement of the Kangaroo Island Natural Resources
Management Board.
The Act gives all South Australians a legally enforceable right of access to documents held by the
government, making the business of government open and accountable to all. Whilst freedom of
information aims to provide access to the maximum amount of information as possible, provisions
exist that protect legitimate agency, public and private interests.
WHISTELBLOWERS PROTECTION ACT 1993 There were no occasions during 2010-2011 on which public interest has been disclosed to a
responsible office of the agency under the Whistleblowers Protection Act 1993.
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY ACTION PLAN REPORT PERFORMANCE AGAINST ANNUAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY TARGETS
Energy Use (GJ)1
GHG Emissions2
Business Measure6
Base Year 2006/20073:
Electricity
33.3
8.722
3.0
2010-2011
Electricity
66
0*
3.6
2011-2012
Electricity
50
0
2.9
2014 Target 25. 6. 54 2.3
* 100% Green electricity purchased during 2011-2012 so GHG emissions are zero.
GREENING OF GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS FRAMEWORK
The greening of Government Operations Framework (GoGo) Framework was approved by Cabinet
in February 2006 to provide the implementation framework for South Australian Government
agencies to progress greening programs.
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board undertakes an annual energy audit and
develops an energy efficiency action plan report.
1. Inclusion of environmental and user attributes as part the financial accounting protocol.
2. Purchase a minimum of 100% accredited Green power by 1 January 2011
3. Through signage and discussion, change behaviour in the work place to ensure employees and
Board Members reduce running costs and greenhouse gas emissions.
4. Extend environmental communication toward clients and suppliers.
5. Assess the cost for the Board to become carbon neutral and offset all greenhouse gas emissions
with a commercial carbon offset company.
6. Board and employee tree planting activity to offset 50% KINRMB transport greenhouse gas
emissions, create habitat for biodiversity and reduce primary salinity.
In addition to this it is the Board‘s policy to ensure best practices are put in place and encourage the
following energy efficiency actions.
GoGo Priority Area 1: energy management
Lighting – turn off lights when leaving rooms for longer than 15-20 minutes
Computers – turn off computer when away from desk for extended periods or at the end
of the day
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GoGo Priority Area 3: waste management
Recycling of paper and other recyclable items is undertaken
Double sided printing
Use of Re-usable bags
Mobile phones and batteries recycled
Ink toner cartridges recycled through Planet Ark
Where possible use re-writable CD‘s
Avoid the use of non-recyclable items.
GoGo Priority Area 5: travel and fleet management
Car pool
Ensure vehicle and tyres are properly maintained.
REGIONAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STATEMENTS
The Board did not undertake any regional Impact Assessment Statements during the 2011-12
financial years.
RECONCILIATION STATEMENT
Meeting Protocol – Traditional owners Acknowledgement
I/We would like to acknowledge the traditional and contemporary cultural connection of the
Ngarrindjeri, Ramindjeri and Kaurna people to Kangaroo Island.
Reconciliation Statement
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board acknowledges the cultural significance
of Kangaroo Island to the Ngarrindjeri, Ramindjeri, Narrunga and Kaurna people and respects both
their traditional and contemporary interests on Kangaroo Island.
In fulfilling its functions the Board will wherever possible appropriately integrate Ngarrindjeri,
Ramindjeri and Kaurna cultural interests with natural resource management through consultation,
the sharing of knowledge and the active engagement of Ngarrindjerri, Ramindjeri and Kaurna
people.
Through the appropriate sharing of knowledge the Board will also acquire understanding and
through this understanding develop respect and appreciation for Aboriginal culture. By integrating
traditional and contemporary knowledge and practice we will achieve our vision for the sustainable
use of Kangaroo Islands‘ natural resources.
Statement Of Fact For Significant Ministerial Directives
A Ministerial Directive has been issued to the Board by the Minister in relation to Section 10 (5) of
the Natural Resources Management Act. The directive outlines the partnership arrangements with
the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
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Statement Of Fact For Functions Or Powers Delegated By The Board
The Board has delegated appropriate procurement, finance and contracting powers to relevant
members of staff of the Board in accordance with Regulation 9d of the NRM (General) Regulations
2005 and s36 of the NRM Act. This enables Board staff to undertake operational Board business.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board appreciates the support and
encouragement and acknowledges the work of all staff, project officers and NRM Advisory
Committee members.
The Kangaroo Island NRM Board also acknowledges the support it received over the past year
from the Minister for Sustainability Environment and Conservation, Hon Paul Caica and staff from
the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and other agencies and partners identified in
this report.
The Australian and State Government are also acknowledged for the funding support received
through the Caring for Our Country Program and State NRM Program.
The Kangaroo Island community continues to commit its time and resources to the sustainable
management of the region‘s natural resources. Without the efforts of landholders and volunteers the
Board would not be able to achieve the outcomes of its original Plan as effectively.
GLOSSARY
Act The Natural Resources Management Act 2004 (SA)
CFoC Caring for our Country
DAFF Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
DENR Department for Environment and Natural Resources (SA)
KINRMB Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Management Board
PIRSA Department of Primary Industries and Regions
KICE Kangaroo Island Community Education
AgKI Agriculture Kangaroo Island