213Functions of the Minister

213 Functions of the Minister The Minister has the following functions in relation to water management schemes throughout the State— (a) to cause assessment and investigations connected with water resources and the environment in connection with waterways to be undertaken; (b) to cause schemes for the improved management of waterways, drainage and floodplains to be prepared and implemented; (c) to develop public education programs for promoting broad community awareness of the role of waterway management authorities in the overall resource conservation and development in Victoria.