The project is managed and overseen by the following two groups:

Project Control Group (PCG) – this group provided Regional strategic guidance, overall direction, decision-making and oversight of the project. It was made up of representatives from Colac Otway Shire Council, the Project Manager, the G21 Reference Group, the Great South Coast Reference Group and the Department of Environment and Primary Industries.

Project Reference Group – the role of this group was to act as an advisor and provide recommendations to the PCG, facilitate access for the project to organisational and other networks and provide in-kind and financial support. This group comprised all Councils and project partners.