
Councils Caring for the Coastal Environment



The Sydney Coastal Councils Group Inc. (SCCG) was established in 1989 to promote collaboration between Member Councils on environmental issues relating to the sustainable management of the urban coastal and estuarine environment. The Group consists of 9 Councils adjacent to Sydney marine and estuarine environments and associated waterways, and represents nearly 1.3 million Sydneysiders.
Guided by the SCCG Strategic Plan 2019-2029 and annual Operational Plan, the SCCG is providing benefits to Councils across a range of coastal management issues including; climate change adaptation and resilience; coastal infrastructure and asset management; strategic and land use planning; biodiversity restoration and conservation; natural hazard and emergency management; and integrated water management.
The strength of the SCCG rests in engagement and shared expertise of the elected representatives, executive and technical staff of our Member Councils, and the capacity of our Secretariat to facilitate coordination, collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the Group and provide general and specialised expertise in delivering a range of services and programs that build the capacity of members in the management of Sydney’s urban coastal and estuarine environments.

The SCCG stands on Country that always was and always will be Aboriginal land. The SCCG acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters, and we show our respect for Elders past, present and future. We are committed to providing places in which Aboriginal people are included socially, culturally and economically through thoughtful and collaborative approaches to our work.
SCCG Position Vacant: Environmental Project Officer
/in Uncategorised /by SCCG AdminThe Sydney Coastal Councils Group (SCCG) is seeking a motivated Environmental Project Officer to assist in the development of the Outer Sydney Harbour Coastal Management Program (CMP) through project management and administrative support. The Sydney Coastal Councils Group (SCCG) is leading the development of the OSH CMP Stages 2-4 in collaboration with 8 coastal Councils […]
A win for SCCG advocacy on the NSW Beachwatch Program
/in Uncategorised /by SCCG AdminThe winners of the 2025 Local Government NSW Environment Symposium and Awards were announced at a special event in Western Sydney, celebrating leadership, innovation and commitment across the local government sector. The awards showcased 30 outstanding projects and individuals across 13 environmental categories, recognising initiatives that demonstrate strong rationale, ambitious objectives, best practice and tangible […]