A Revegetation & Remnant Vegetation
Restoration and Protection Plan for
Avondale Park, Beverley
For
Yaraguia Enterprises Inc.
Environmental Services Unit, Greening Australia (WA)
April 2008
A Revegetation & Remnant Vegetation
Restoration and Protection Plan for
Avondale Park, Beverley
April 2008
Environmental Services Unit
Greening Australia WA Ltd.
10-12 The Terrace
Fremantle WA 6160
Australia
Tel: +61 8 9335 8933
Fax: +61 8 9335 9203
Web: www.gawa.org.au
Copyright April 2008: The concepts and information contained in this document are the property of
the Environmental Services Unit, Greening Australia WA Ltd. Use or copying of this document in
whole or in part without the written permission of Greening Australia WA constitutes an infringement
of copyright.
Author: Mark Ochtman
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................... 4
Term of the Plan .................................................................................................................................................... 4
Site Characteristics ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Existing Vegetation ................................................................................................................................... 5
Remnant Vegetation Management ........................................................................................................................ 8
Remnant Vegetation Management Types ................................................................................................ 8
Remnant vegetation management type 1 ............................................................................................ 8
Remnant vegetation management type 2 ............................................................................................ 8
Remnant vegetation management type 3 ............................................................................................ 9
Remnant vegetation management type 4 ............................................................................................ 9
Remnant vegetation management type 5 .......................................................................................... 10
Remnant vegetation management type 6 .......................................................................................... 10
Proposed Revegetation Plan ................................................................................................................................ 11
Aims of Revegetation .............................................................................................................................. 11
Revegetation types and Planting Densities ............................................................................................ 11
Revegetation Type 1 ........................................................................................................................... 12
Revegetation Type 2 ........................................................................................................................... 13
Revegetation Type 3 ........................................................................................................................... 14
Revegetation Type 4 ........................................................................................................................... 15
Revegetation Type 5 ........................................................................................................................... 16
Revegetation Type 6 ........................................................................................................................... 17
Access and Firebreak Management ........................................................................................................ 18
Sourcing Seed & Plants ........................................................................................................................... 19
Weed and Pest Management ................................................................................................................. 20
Weeds ................................................................................................................................................. 20
Animal Pests ........................................................................................................................................ 26
Site Preparation and Planting Methodology .......................................................................................... 26
Monitoring & Reporting .......................................................................................................................... 28
Implementation Schedule ....................................................................................................................... 32
References ........................................................................................................................................................... 36
List of Appendices ................................................................................................................................................ 38
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Introduction
Greening Australia WA (GAWA) were approached by Mr Oral McGuire, the chairperson of
Yaraguia Enterprises Inc (Yaraguia) to assist them in assessing the environmental values
and feasibility of rehabilitating the property known as Avondale Park in the Shire of Beverley
prior to their submitting a land acquisition application to the Indigenous Land Corporation
(ILC).
The application was submitted under the ILC’s environmental programme for land
acquisition with the main land use for the property, given a successful application, being
given as below.
To establish a family based cooperative that will manage an 857 hectare farming property in the Beverley/York district.
The focus for the land use will be to establish and manage sustainable natural resource management activities on the
property as part of the vision to re-generate and enliven the land again. These activities will be well planned and
developed to ensure appropriate levels of capacity and resources are provided in order to achieve sustainability of each
specific activity as a primary objective for all activities. Yaraguia have developed a fully structured revegetation and
conservation program of activities as a process of regenerating the property back to its natural state. These activities
will involve developing a detailed revegetation and remnant protection & enhancement plan for the:

Rehabilitation of cleared farmland on the property back to natural condition; and

Protection & enhancement of remnant vegetation on the property
As an attachment to the application, GAWA’s Environmental Services Unit (ESU) provided a
preliminary description of the activity required and a cost estimate to complete 150ha of
revegetation over three years and prepare a plan for this and further revegetation and the
protection & enhancement of remnant vegetation on the property.
The submitted application was successful and this document forms the plan for revegetation
and remnant protection and enhancement as described.
Term of the Plan
This plan provides methodology and details of activities required for initial establishment of
approximately 150ha of revegetation over a three year period commencing in April 2008. It
provides expected activity and methodology for maintaining the revegetation over a further
three year period.
The plan provides for remnant protection and enhancement activity and methodology over a
six year period commencing April 2008.
The plan should be reviewed annually to reflect upon findings of monitoring, limitations
incurred and any technological advances in best practice. On completion of the plan,
outcomes should be reviewed and consideration given to developing an updated plan.
This plan identifies areas recommended for revegetation works beyond it’s term, but does
not provide methodology for those areas.
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Site Characteristics
Existing Vegetation
A survey of existing flora and vegetation on the property was carried out during site visits by
the author. There were nine differing remnant natural vegetation communities broadly
identified. These are described below and are outlined on the vegetation communities map
appended. A complete list of the species recorded in each vegetation type can be compiled
from the list of taxa appended. This list is by no means a comprehensive inventory of the
species occurring on the property as it only shows those species sited and identified during
site assessment visits. All communities were very degraded with little to no natural
understorey present.
1. EsEloAac – Mixed woodland of Eucalyptus salmonophloia, Eucalyptus loxophleba
subsp. loxophleba & Acacia acuminata with Hakea preissii over a degraded
understorey
2. East – Brown Mallet and associated woodlands on breakaway hills with Eucalyptus
astringens on slopes over a degraded understorey of Gastrolobium spinosum and
mixed Eucalyptus accedens & Eucalyptus wandoo above slopes with degraded
understorey
Figure 1: Brown Mallet and associated woodlands on breakaway hills (East)
3. Ewan – Open Whitegum woodland on ironstone hill with Eucalyptus wandoo over a
very degraded understorey
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4. EloAac – York Gum & Jam woodlands and associated bare granite hills – Eucalyptus
loxophleba subsp. loxophleba and Acacia acuminata over a very degraded
understorey largely replaced by grassy weed species
Figure 2: York Gum & Jam Woodland (EloAac)
5. Eacc – Powderbark Wandoo woodland with Eucalyptus accedens over Gastrolobium
spinosum
Figure 3: Powderbark Wandoo woodland on Laterite ridge (Eacc)
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6. Eru – Flooded Gum woodland associated with seasonal creeklines with Eucalyptus
rudis over a completely degraded understorey replaced by predominantly grassy
weed species
Figure 4: Flooded Gum woodland (Eru)
7. EloEwa – Mixed York Gum & Whitegum woodland on Granite hills with Eucalyptus
loxophleba subsp. loxophleba and Eucalyptus wandoo over a completely degraded
understorey replaced by predominantly grassy weed species
8. EwanElo – Whitegum and Yorkgum associated with seasonal creeklines with
Eucalyptus loxophleba subsp. loxophleba and Eucalyptus wandoo over a completely
degraded understorey replaced by predominantly grassy weed species
9. EruCob – Flooded Gum & Swamp Sheoak woodland associated with the Dale &
Avon River system with Eucalyptus rudis & Casuarina obesa over Melaleuca
rhaphiophylla and a dense ground layer of Sammphire and various sedges.
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Remnant Vegetation Management
Remnant Vegetation Management Types
The remnant vegetation existing on the property has been categorised into differing management
types. The actions required for managing the remnants during the term of this plan are largely of a
weed management nature. Recommendations for this are outlined in the Weed Management Action
Plan (Table 7). The areas relating to the different management types are outlined on the Remnant
Vegetation Management Types map at Appendix 3.
Remnant vegetation management type 1
The areas of this type are typically on slopes of lateritic breakaways and immediately below. They
are heavily degraded with very little to no upper story canopy. Previous land use has prevented the
areas from regenerating, though there is good recruitment of indigenous species where some level
of protection has prevented grazing and where topsoil has had the opportunity to remain or
accumulate.
The soil associated with this type can be described as a sandy loam over white to pinkish clay.
Historic land practices have allowed the top layers of soil to be eroded away over much of the areas,
exposing the clays beneath. These clays are very prone to gully erosion and are not conducive alone,
to encouraging recruitment of native vegetation.
In order to encourage recruitment and therefore regeneration of the native vegetation in this type,
the exclusion of stock and control of feral rabbits will be essential. In addition, re-introducing some
form of topsoil combined with a brushing technique to keep the soil in place will provide a basis for
plant growth.
In the early stages of regeneration, if grassy weed species establish they should be left in place to aid
in stabilising the soil surface and promoting soil microbial activity.
In no way should the area be mechanically disturbed by ripping or scarifying as this may lead to
further erosion at an accelerated level. Once some level of stability has been achieved, small areas
(around 100²m) should be treated to establish native vegetation. This could be achieved through a
combination of seed collected from the local area, brushing with material bearing ripe fruits and
hand planting of seedlings into prepared holes.
Figure 5: One of the bare hillslopes of remnant management type 1 as described
Remnant vegetation management type 2
This type covers the seasonal creeklines on the property. The vegetation types associated with
these are Flooded Gum (Eucalyptus rudis) woodland and Mixed Whitegum (Eucalyptus wandoo) &
York Gum (Eucalyptus loxophleba subsp. loxophleba) woodland. The areas are heavily degraded with
little or no understory present.
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In some cases the sandy creek bed has a cover of the introduced Couch, Grass (Cynodon dactylon).
While this is aiding in stabilising the waterway and preventing the sand from eroding away
downstream rapidly, it will prevent re-establishment of naturally occurring species.
Options should be investigated to re-introduce plant species to the creek beds and adjacent edges
and banks, that will stabilise the soils and encourage use of the waterways by native fauna.
Revegetation with indigenous plant species adjacent to these waterways should also be considered.
Figure 6: Flooded Gum woodland along a seasonal creekline in remnant management type 2
Remnant vegetation management type 3
This type covers the lateritic breakaways and ironstone hills which are covered by Brown Mallet
(Eucalyptus astringens) woodlands and open Whitegum (Eucalyptus wandoo) woodlands. The
understory is generally very degraded.
The areas are not conducive to heavy weed inundation due to the suppressing affects of Brown
Mallet and the hard stony soils that limit seed lodgement.
Little work will be required to regenerate this type. The exclusion of grazing will allow for growth of
naturally occurring species from the soil seed bank. These naturally occurring plants will be adapted
to the conditions that suppress the growth of other species.
Remnant vegetation management type 4
This type is largely covered by open York Gum (Eucalyptus loxophleba subsp. loxophleba) and Jam
(Acacia acuminata) woodlands and is generally associated with granite hills. The understory is very
degraded to completely absent.
The soils are generally coarse sands or sandy loams and the weed burden is very high. This high
weed burden coupled with previous land uses has prevented any recruitment of indigenous species.
The high level of grassy weeds present in the type could pose a high fire risk if left unmanaged. It is
understood that in the early phases of the property’s new management, parts of this vegetation
type will be leased for grazing purposes. While this will prevent recruitment of indigenous plant
species, it will reduce the level of combustible material and alleviate the immediate need to
chemically manage this.
Areas of this type not being leased for grazing purposes, will need to be monitored regularly for
weed growth and the recommendations of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 7) should be
followed.
Figure 7: York Gum woodland in remnant management type 4
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Remnant vegetation management type 5
While the areas covered by this type are typically exposed granite or very shallow soils over granite
and do not generally support any existing vegetation communities, they have been included as a
Remnant Vegetation Management type, given that areas of this type will in some cases be naturally
bare or supporting minimal vegetation cover and areas that will support vegetation are interspersed.
As with type 4, much of the area covered by this type will be leased for grazing in the early phases.
This will again alleviate the need for chemical weed management. Where this type is not being
leased for grazing, the weed management action plan should be followed.
Further investigation into options for encouraging re-establishment of indigenous plant species
should be undertaken. Given the nature of the site, most planting operations will need to be
completed by hand and will be labour intensive. A focus on small areas across the site as an ongoing
program will likely be the best option.
Figure 8: Bare Granite hill in remnant management type 5
Remnant vegetation management type 6
This type covers the vegetation community associated with the Avon and Dale rivers. The existing
vegetation community is in relatively good condition, with a good representation of indigenous
species at all levels.
It is suggested that the site simply be monitored for any significant weed problems or disturbances
with remediation decisions for these being dependent upon the level and type of incursion.
Future consideration should be given to extending the edge of this type through revegetation with
indigenous species.
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Proposed Revegetation Plan
Aims of Revegetation
In implementing the revegetation there are a number of specific aims.
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Increase the ecological values of the site through revegetation
Maintain long-term soil stability on the revegetated area
Increase native vegetation cover in the local catchment
Control or eradicate any weeds of environmental significance within the site
Re-introduce culturally significant plant species to the property
Revegetation types and Planting Densities
The area to be revegetated under this plan has been dissected into different types according
to the differing methodology and/or plant species to be used. Species compositions for each
type are described below. Site preparation and other methodology for the different types is
provided under the heading Site Preparation and Planting Methodology later in this
document.
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Revegetation Type 1
The entire area of this type is to be revegetated in 2008. The type is largely made up of the gently
sloping floors below breakaway hills. It contains some areas of granite on the eastern edge and
several seasonal creeklines. There are a number of eroding slopes which is why the area has been
selected for revegetation in the earlier stages of the plan. The area will be planted using seedlings
and the species selected reflect existing vegetation on the property on closely related soils and other
species that would be expected to occur if the area was undisturbed. Species and densities are
provided at Table 1 below.
Table 1: Plant species & densities for Revegetation type 1 (2008 planting)
No. Plants
Total Plants
Species
per Ha
50Ha
Acacia acuminata "Typical Variant"
238
11,900
Acacia bidentata
1
65
Acacia erinacea
1
60
Acacia lasiocalyx
116
5,800
Acacia lasiocarpa var sedifolia
89
4,450
Acacia lineolata ssp lineolata
19
950
Acacia meisneri
165
8,250
Acacia microbotrya
111
5,550
Acacia saligna
11
525
Allocasuarina huegeliana
142
7,100
Atriplex semibaccata
87
4,350
Enchylaena tomentosa
100
5,000
Eucalyptus accedens
15
750
Eucalyptus astringens
44
2,200
Eucalyptus loxophleba ssp loxophleba
286
14,280
Eucalyptus salmonophloia
33
1650
Eucalyptus wandoo
200
10,000
Gastrolobium parviflorum
136
6,800
Gastrolobium spinosum
9
450
Grevillea paniculata
7
350
Hakea lissocarpha
4
180
Hakea preissii
8
400
Hakea prostrata
3
140
Kennedia prostrata
14
700
Melaleuca acuminata
96
4,800
Melaleuca aff uncinata
45
2,250
Nemcia obovata
1
50
Rhagodia drummondii
14
700
Templetonia sulcata
4
195
Xanthorrhoea preissii
2
105
2000
100,000
Total
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Revegetation Type 2
This type will be revegetated in 2009 and 2010 as outlined in the maps appended. It consists
of those areas to be revegetated where it would be expected for mixed York Gum
(Eucalyptus loxophleba subsp. loxophleba) and Jam (Acacia acuminata) woodland to occur
naturally. The area will be planted using seedlings and the species selected reflect existing
vegetation on the property on closely related soils and other species that would be expected
to occur if the area was undisturbed. Species and densities are provided at Table 2 below.
The areas of this type contain bare patches of granite “sheeting” at the surface which will not
be planted. There will also be granite close to the surface scattered throughout and care will
be needed when preparing the site to avoid damage to machinery. Those areas of bare
granite would be expected to occur naturally in these areas.
Table 2: Species composition for revegetation type 2
No.
Plants
per Ha
Total
Plants for
2009
(42.00Ha)
Total
Plants for
2010
(44.00Ha)
Acacia acuminata "Typical Variant"
320
13,440
14,080
Acacia lasiocalyx
210
8,820
9,240
Acacia lasiocarpa var sedifolia
95
3,990
4,180
Acacia meisneri
110
4,620
4,840
Acacia microbotrya
220
9,240
9,680
Allocasuarina huegeliana
250
10,500
11,000
Atriplex semibaccata
90
3,780
3,960
Enchylaena tomentosa
60
2,520
2,640
Dodoonaea viscosa subsp angustisimma
20
840
880
Eucalyptus loxophleba ssp loxophleba
240
10,080
10,560
Eucalyptus wandoo
210
8,820
9,240
Gastrolobium parviflorum
110
4,620
4,840
Gastrolobium spinosum
35
1,470
1,540
Grevillea paniculata
4
168
176
Hakea lissocarpha
3
126
132
Hakea preissii
1
42
44
Hakea prostrata
1
42
44
20
840
880
1
42
44
2000
84,000
88,000
Species
Acacia pulchella
Calothamnus quadrifidus
Hakea trifurcata
Kennedia prostrata
Leptospermum erubescens
Xanthorrhoea preissii
Total
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Revegetation Type 3
This area follows a natural creek line. The species composition below reflects this. When
carrying out site preparation works, the rip lines should not disturb the base or near edges of
the creekline and should be placed in a fashion so as not to encourage scouring. A fishbone
pattern would be desirable. The area covered by this types is planned for completion in
2010.
Table 3: Species composition for revegetation type 3
No.
Plants
per Ha
Total
Plants for
2009 (0.00
Ha)
Total
Plants for
2010 (6.0
Ha)
Acacia acuminata "Typical Variant"
295
0
1,770
Acacia lasiocalyx
210
0
1,260
Acacia lasiocarpa var sedifolia
95
0
570
Acacia meisneri
130
0
780
Acacia microbotrya
270
0
1,620
Acacia saligna
Species
30
0
180
Allocasuarina huegeliana
80
0
480
Atriplex semibaccata
160
0
960
Enchylaena tomentosa
90
0
540
Eucalyptus loxophleba ssp loxophleba
270
0
1,620
Eucalyptus rudis
140
0
840
Eucalyptus wandoo
110
0
660
Gastrolobium parviflorum
70
0
420
Gastrolobium spinosum
20
0
120
Grevillea paniculata
4
0
24
Hakea lissocarpha
4
0
24
Hakea preissii
1
0
6
Hakea prostrata
1
0
6
Kennedia prostrata
20
0
120
2000
0
12,000
Total
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Revegetation Type 4
This type consists of the gravely soils above breakaways that would typically support a
Powderbark Wandoo (Eucalyptus accedens) vegetation community.
The gravely soils of this type are generally conducive to revegetation through he use of
direct seeding. This is the method to be used for this plan.
The preparation of the seed bed prior to seeding of the indigenous restoration species can
be easily achieved mechanically. A small scarifying implement or disc plough should achieve
an adequate depth of loosened soil and leave a surface that will give desirable soil to seed
contact. This depth should be a minimum of 20 centimetres. Seed should be sown
immediately after the soil has been prepared. This will be followed by an application of a
glyphosate based herbicide approximately ten days later as described in the weed
management actions (Table 7). All seed should be treated for known dormancy
characteristics as required prior to planting.
Table 4: Species composition for revegetation type 4 (direct seeding area)
Species
Acacia acuminata "Typical Variant"
Acacia lasiocalyx
Acacia lasiocarpa var sedifolia
Acacia microbotrya
Acacia puchella
Allocasuarina huegeliana
Bossiae spinescens
Calothamnus quadrifidus
Dryandra sessilis
Eucalyptus accedens
Eucalyptus wandoo
Eucalyptus drummondii
Gastrolobium parviflorum
Gastrolobium spinosum
Kennedia prostrata
Leptospermum erubescens
Leptospermum nitens
Xanthorrhoea preissii
Total
Grams
of seed
per Ha
120
280
195
150
145
95
65
75
10
175
80
85
180
30
90
60
100
65
2000
Total grams
Seed for 2009
(2.92 Ha)
350
818
569
438
423
277
190
219
29
511
234
248
526
88
263
175
292
190
5,840
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Revegetation Type 5
This type is adjacent to type 4 as outlined in the appended maps and will support a similar
vegetation community. It will be completed using seedlings. The area contains areas of
shallow and exposed rock and care will be required when ripping to avoid damage to
machinery.
Table 5: Species composition for revegetation type 5
Species
Acacia acuminata "Typical Variant"
Acacia lasiocalyx
Acacia lasiocarpa var sedifolia
Acacia microbotrya
Allocasuarina huegeliana
Bossiaea spinescens
Eucalyptus accedens
Eucalyptus loxophleba ssp loxophleba
Eucalyptus wandoo
Gastrolobium parviflorum
Gastrolobium spinosum
Hakea lissocarpha
Hakea prostrata
Kennedia prostrata
Melaleuca hamata
Eucalyptus astringens
Xanthorrhoea preissii
Total
No.
Plants
per Ha
170
210
95
195
240
70
260
30
110
110
60
3
4
20
240
20
1
1838
Total
Plants for
2009 (2.00
Ha)
340
420
190
390
480
140
520
60
220
220
120
6
8
40
480
40
2
3,676
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Revegetation Type 6
This revegetation type covers 2.92ha planned for completion in 2009. The soil type
associated with it is susceptible to erosion, however the slope is relatively mild and with the
aid of brushing using large branches and other cut vegetative material from naturally
occurring plant species it should be possible to lightly scarify the area across the contour.
Brushing material could either be cut specifically or sourced through other local sources
already having a need to “prune” vegetation. This method is relatively labour intensive,
however disturbance without measures to prevent erosion could lead to serious degradation.
The brushing should cover around 50% of the surface area by bulk and the branches laid
with the foliated ends facing up slope or in a manner whereby the leaves will aid in retaining
any sediment.
Table 6: Species composition for revegetation type 6
Grams
of seed
per Ha
No.
Plants
per Ha
Total
Seed
grams for
2009
(2.92 Ha)
Acacia acuminata "Typical Variant"
50
10
146
29
Acacia lasiocalyx
90
90
263
263
Acacia lasiocarpa var sedifolia
90
80
263
234
Acacia microbotrya
95
50
277
146
Acacia puchella
90
40
263
117
Allocasuarina huegeliana
80
30
234
88
Bossiae spinescens
65
20
190
58
Calothamnus quadrifidus
50
20
146
58
Dryandra sessilis
10
0
29
0
Eucalyptus accedens
70
0
204
0
Eucalyptus wandoo
70
50
204
146
Eucalyptus drummondii
85
0
248
0
Gastrolobium parviflorum
120
80
350
234
Gastrolobium spinosum
30
5
88
15
Kennedia prostrata
90
10
263
29
Leptospermum erubescens
95
10
277
29
Leptospermum nitens
60
0
175
0
Xanthorrhoea preissii
65
0
190
0
95
105
277
307
1400
600
4,088
1,752
Species
Eucalytus astringens
Total
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for
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Access and Firebreak Management
A visual outline of access paths, entry points and firebreaks is provided in the appended
Map titled “Fire Break & Access Management Plan”. This design utilises existing access
tracks wherever possible and follows contour banks. It should allow for adequate access in
the event of fire or emergency. An eight metre buffer has been retained between the
revegetation and neighbouring property boundaries to prevent damage to fences.
Access within the revegetation areas for maintenance purposes is further facilitated through
the planting and site preparation design. Row spacings have been placed at five metres
following contours so far as possible. This will allow small vehicles to traverse between rows
for weed management and other maintenance activities.
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Sourcing Seed & Plants
Current best practice suggests that the use of local provenance material in restoration is the
most appropriate and that where material of a particular species is not available locally the
nearest populations should be targeted for collection of the material.
The following recommendations should be taken into account when placing orders for seed
and seedlings:
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When placing orders for seed and plants for the revegetation, preference should be
given to genetic material from the local area collected as close as possible to the
project site
Controlled access to the site for collection of propagative material should be given to
the seed/plant supplier/s.
Ensure all persons involved in the collection of the material are licensed to do so as
per the Wildlife Conservation Act (1950)
Purchase seed only from reputable suppliers with a demonstrable history and
references and membership of the Revegetation Industry Association (WA) Inc.
Purchase plants only from reputable nurseries with a demonstrable history and
references, with membership of either the Nursery Industry Association or Farm Tree
Nursery Association.
Ensure adequate hygiene procedures are followed by nurseries and seed suppliers.
Demand a criteria for plants ordered that will provide for a strong, healthy plant giving
it the greatest chance of survival. A guide to these criteria is outlined below.
Seedlings should meet the following criteria at the time of dispatch;
 height between 150 and 250 mm (not including groundcover species);
 basal stem diameter greater than 2.5 mm;
 root plug diameter must be 50mm or less;
 of good vigour and colour;
 one seedling per cell or tube(thinned by late March);
 central placement in the container;
 disease free – no signs of botrytis or other diseases;
 sufficient root development to permit easy extraction from the container;
 no basal tap root binding or curl. It should be the nurseries responsibility to
treat seedlings prior to despatch if root systems are overdeveloped;
 seedlings fully hardened.
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Weed and Pest Management
Weeds
The control of weeds within the revegetation area and it’s immediate surrounds will be a
crucial factor in achieving the revegetation outcomes described. Weed species aggressively
compete for space, nutrients, water, and sunlight, which will physically hinder plant
regeneration. Grassy weed species add significantly to fuel loads thereby increasing the risk
of fire impacting on the revegetation during establishment.
Weeds of particular concern that were recorded during site visits by ESU personnel are
recorded in table 3 along with specific control measures for the species and comment on the
weeds likely or potential impact if left uncontrolled. Any specific control measures for
individual species should be completed in conjunction with the overall weed management
action plan (Table 2).
Further recommendations and key areas of consideration that should be given weight when
considering the implementation of the Action Plan provided include:
o
Ensure that contractors and individuals implementing weed control are
licensed to do so as per the requirements of the Health Act. Any person who applies
pesticides commercially should be licensed to do so. Any company contracting it’s
services to apply pesticides should be registered as such with the WA Health
Department.
o
Ensure that any person/s carrying out weed control operations have a good
knowledge of the local native vegetation and strong plant recognition skills.
o
Ensure that any contractor can provide evidence of their experience and
success in management of weeds in bushland areas and in native revegetation.
o
Ensure that all contractors and individuals have received adequate training to
ensure they are capable of carrying out the weed control in a safe and effective
manner.
o
Ensure that all contractors have plant recognition skills to a level enabling
them to distinguish the target weed species and any potential non-target species that
are likely to be affected by the chemical being applied.
o
Ensure all vehicles entering the reserve are cleaned to remove potential weed seed
or other material that may reproduce.
All active ingredients and/or products recommended in this document for use on any
particular species are either registered for the use as per the product label, or are listed on
Permit Number PER9655 available for download from the Australian Pesticides & Veterinary
Medicines Authority website (http://www.apvma.gov.au). This permit was issued for “Persons
Generally” in the state of Western Australia and covers a wide range of chemicals. The
permit was issued to control environmental weeds in non-agricultural areas, bushland and
forests and wetlands and adjacent areas. Those responsible for the application of these
recommended chemicals should familiarise themselves with the conditions of the permit.
The permit is in force until 1st March 2012 unless otherwise cancelled.
In addition to the control methods indicated in table 2 and table 3, other non-chemical
methods of removal should also be employed wherever practical. The management of
weeds external to the revegetation and remnant vegetation areas will also be important so
as to aid in preventing reinfestation.
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Table 7: Weed Management Action Plan
Estimated
Timing
(dependant on
Management objective
seasonal rainfall
and site
inspections)
Control Method/s
First Year Actions for Weed Management
1. Initial control of
emergent winter
active weed species
in 2008 revegetation
areas
Mid - Late May
2. Initial control of
emergent winter
active weed species
in remnant vegetation
areas
3. Control of further
winter active weed
emergence in 2008
re-planting areas prior
to planting
Early to Mid June
4.
Mid July – Late
August (only
required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Control of further
winter active weed
emergence in 2008
re-planting areas
following completion
of planting program
and in Remnant
vegetation
5. Control of early
emergent summer
active weeds in
replanting and
remnant vegetation
areas
Early to Mid June
Early October (only required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Apply an initial application by boom
applicator of Glyphosate based herbicide
(eg Roundup Powermax™) at label rate per
ha with the addition of 4 litres per ha of
Simazine (500g/Litre). A suitable additive
will be required to ensure the two herbicides
remain compatible.
Application by both small boom applicator
and hand lances dependant on access of
Glyphosate based herbicide at 1litre/ha with
suitable wetting agents
Apply a further application of Glyphosate
based herbicide (eg Roundup Powermax™)
at label rate per ha with the addition of 2
litres per ha of Simazine (500g/Litre). A
suitable additive will be required to ensure
the two herbicides remain compatible.
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Second Year Actions for Weed Control & Maintenance
1. Control of newly
emerged or persistent
summer active weed
species in 2009
replanting areas and
remnant vegetation
areas
2. Control of initial
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2009
replanting areas
January to
March - (only
required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
As per year 1 management objective 5
Mid – Late May
As per year 1 management objective 1
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Management objective
3. Control of initial
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2009
direct seeding areas
4. Control of further
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2009
direct seeding areas
Estimated
Timing
(dependant on
seasonal rainfall
and site
inspections)
Mid – Late May
Late May – Early
June
5. Initial control of
emergent winter
active weed species
in remnant vegetation
areas and 2008
replanted areas
6. Control of further
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2009
direct seeding areas
Early to Mid June
7. Control of further
winter active weed
emergence in 2009
re-planting areas prior
to planting
8. Control of further
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2009
direct seeding areas
9. Control of further
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2009
direct seeding areas
after completion of
seeding
Early to Mid June
10. Control of further
winter active weed
emergence in 2008 &
2009 re-planting
areas following
completion of planting
program and in
Remnant vegetation
11. Control of early
emergent summer
active weeds in
replanting and
remnant vegetation
areas
Mid July – Late
August (only
required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Early to Mid June
Control Method/s
Scarify areas to be seeded using a
conventional agricultural scarifier bar to
control initial emergence
Apply an initial application by boom
applicator of Glyphosate based herbicide
(eg Roundup Powermax™) at label rate per
ha with the addition of a suitable wetting
agent
As per year 1 management objective 2
Apply an further application by boom
applicator of Glyphosate based herbicide
(eg Roundup Powermax™) at label rate per
ha with the addition of a suitable wetting
agent
As per year 1 management objective 3
Mid – Late June
Scarify areas to be seeded using a
conventional agricultural scarifier bar to
control emergence
Late June – Early
July
Apply an further application by boom
applicator of Glyphosate based herbicide
(eg Roundup Powermax™) at label rate per
ha with the addition of a suitable wetting
agent. This application must be
completed within approx two weeks of
completion of seeding so as to avoid
harm to emergent native species.
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Early October (only required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Third Year Actions for Weed Control & Maintenance
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Management objective
1. Control of newly
emerged or persistent
summer active weed
species in 2009
replanting areas and
remnant vegetation
areas
2. Control of initial
emergence of winter
active weeds in 2010
replanting areas
3. Initial control of
emergent winter
active weed species
in remnant vegetation
areas and 2008/2009
replanted areas
4. Control of further
winter active weed
emergence in 2010
re-planting areas prior
to planting
5. Control of further
winter active weed
emergence in all replanting areas
following completion
of planting program
and in Remnant
vegetation
6. Control of early
emergent summer
active weeds in all
replanting and
remnant vegetation
areas
Estimated
Timing
(dependant on
seasonal rainfall
and site
inspections)
January to
March - (only
required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Control Method/s
As per year 1 management objective 5
Mid – Late May
As per year 1 management objective 1
Early to Mid June
As per year 1 management objective 2
Early to Mid June
As per year 1 management objective 3
Mid July – Late
August (only
required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Early October (only required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Fourth Year Actions for Weed Control & Maintenance
1. Control of newly
January to
As per year 1 management objective 5
emerged or persistent March - (only
required if
summer active weed
routine site
species in 2009
maintenance
replanting areas and
identifies a need)
remnant vegetation
areas
2. Initial control of
Early to Mid June
As per year 1 management objective 2
emergent winter
active weed species
in remnant vegetation
areas and all
replanted areas
3. Control of further
Mid July – Late
Methods of control will be dependent on the
August (only
winter active weed
species determined to be present and
required if
emergence in all rerequiring control. This information is to be
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Management objective
planting and Remnant
vegetation areas
4. Control of emergent
summer active weeds
in all replanting and
remnant vegetation
areas
Estimated
Timing
(dependant on
seasonal rainfall
and site
inspections)
rouine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Early October –
Late December
(only required if
routine site
maintenance
identifies a need)
Methods of control will be dependent on the
species determined to be present and
requiring control. This information is to be
gathered during routine site maintenance
and monitoring activities as described in the
monitoring schedule.
Control Method/s
Fifth & Sixth Year Actions for Weed Control & Maintenance
Weed management for years five and six will largely be as per year four and will be subject to
recommendations born from routine monitoring
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Table 8: Notable weed species recorded, their potential impacts and known control measures
Weed Species (Botanical &
COMMON NAME)
Potential Impacts
Uncontrolled
Specific Control Measures
Known
Eragrostis curvula AFRICAN
LOVEGRASS
A rigorous species that forms
dense tussocks and is
actively growing during
warmer months. It will
compete with the
revegetation and prevent
emergence of seeded and
naturally occurring species.
Spray with Fusilade™ @
4litres/ha and appropriate
spray oil and penetrant
where there is risk of
spraying onto desirable
species. For dense areas
where there is little risk of
affecting non-target species
a knockdown with a
Glyphosate based herbicide
and suitable wetter could be
used. Spray in warmer
months when plants are
actively growing and before
seed has formed.
Cynodon dactylon COUCH
GRASS
Once established it is difficult
to eradicate and will require
continued treatment. It
spreads by both seed and
rhizomes and is active during
the warmer months,
competing for available
moisture.
Repeated applications during
the warmer months when
plants are actively growing,
of glyphosate based
herbicide as per the
prescribed label rate.
Echium plantagineum
PATERSON’S CURSE
A highly invasive species. If
left uncontrolled will spread
rapidly and will compete with
recruiting species in
Remnant vegetation.
Tribulus terrestris CALTROP
Moraea flaccida CAPE
TULIP
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Animal Pests
Rabbits
Disturbance associated with rabbit activity may aid in the spread of weeds within the site.
The total removal of rabbits is probably not feasible; however their potential impact on the
vegetation and habitats should be controlled. The continued control and removal of these
animals will help conserve the native flora and fauna of the site and improve success of the
revegetation. It will also improve the ability of remaining vegetation communities to
regenerate.
Insect Pests
There are a number of insect pests that may affect restoration, particularly in the first year of
plant establishment. These will include Rutherglen Bug, Lucerne Flea and Red Legged Earth
Mite. Replanting and seeding areas should be monitored closely for the presence of these or
any other potential threat. The period of greatest concern will be June through to October.
Site Preparation and Planting Methodology
Those areas to be replanted with seedlings should be ripped to a depth of approximately 30
to 40 centimetres. This is considered to be the maximum required ripping depth in soils of
the south west. These rip lines should follow the contour of the land so as not to promote the
possibility of erosion.
In areas where the soil may be prone to waterlogging or seasonal inundation, the soil should
be mounded along with the rip line. There is equipment available to complete both ripping
and mounding in one operation.
Rip lines for planting on the majority of the site should be at a spacing of approximately three
metres with seedlings to be planted at approximately 1.6 metres apart along the rows. This
will bring the number of seedlings to be planted per hectare to ~2000. A number of 5 metre
breaks between rip lines throughout the revegetation areas should be left in order to provide
adequate fire & emergency access and to aid in future maintenance and monitoring activity.
The rip lines should follow the contour of the land and be placed in such a way so as not to
encourage erosion.
Ripping should be carried out in the autumn before planting. It should be completed at least
two weeks prior to planting in order to allow for some settling of cavitation.
On completion of site preparation, seedlings should be planted using hand held “Pottiputkis”
(hand tree planters). Given the nature of the site and difficulties that may be encountered
after significant rainfall, it is felt that this would be the most efficient method. Planting with
these devices leads to fewer “miss-plants” than might be encountered with mechanical
equipment. The seedlings should be planted with at least 25mm of soil over the top of the
root ball to prevent drying out.
Note – at least 25mm of rain should have fallen over the planting areas following the
application of Simazine.
For those areas that are to be direct seeded, the site should be cross ripped to a depth of up
to 40cm at 1 metre spacings. The area will then require scarification to create a suitable
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seed bed. This scarification will occur twice and is also used as a method of weed control
(see Weed Management Action Plan)
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Monitoring & Reporting
In order to gauge the success or otherwise of the revegetation activities, and ascertain
maintenance requirements, a monitoring program and performance targets are provided in
Table 4. The initial set up of this program should commence prior to the commencement of
restoration activities in order to gain baseline information.
Key areas requiring monitoring to guide maintenance and gauge project success will include:









Level of weed burden both in replanting/seeding areas and in remaining bushland to
ascertain maintenance requirements and success of weed management program.
Plant density and diversity at differing strata both in replanting/seeding areas and in
remaining bushland to aid in ascertaining impact of restoration activities.
Percentage foliage cover at differing strata both in replanting/seeding areas and in
remaining bushland to aid in ascertaining impact of restoration activities.
Survival rates of planted tubestock in replanting areas to determine infill planting
requirements.
Emergence of seeded indigenous plant species to determine maintenance
requirements
Coverage of leaf litter and fallen timber to ascertain impacts of restoration plan on
habitat values and as an indicator of success in access control (ie. a reduction in
fallen timber may indicate that the public continue to remove it for firewood)
Visual impact of restoration activities to ascertain general health of the vegetation
communities and replanted/seeded areas.
Soil moisture levels (particularly through summer months) to ascertain maintenance
requirements.
General observations relating to vegetation health and potential presence of
pathogens and/or disease.
When assessing contractor performance consideration should also be given to any abnormal
seasonal conditions or other factors outside of the contractor’s control.
The schedule of activities and performance indicators outlined in Table 4 will gather the data
required for the above.
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Table 9: Monitoring Plan
Monitoring Objective
Method, Repetitions & Measurements
Estimated Timing
& frequency
Initially prior to
commencement of
weed control plan.
1. Ascertain general weed
burden levels and
treatment requirements
in replanting/seeding
areas
Visual assessment noting weed species
occurring and general density. Observations
gathered through general walkthrough.
Measurements:
General weed cover and weed species
composition
Monthly for two year
establishment period
2. Ascertain success of
implementation of weed
control plan
Establish permanent (eg. 4 galvanised star
pickets) 10 metre x 10 metre quadrants in
representative sites through all vegetation
community types and replanting/seeding areas.
Initially in late
February prior to
commencement of
restoration activities.
At least one per ha in replanting/seeding areas
and in existing native vegetation
Early October and
Mid March for two
year establishment
period.
Measurements:
o Weed density – approx no. per square metre
o Weed species occurrence – note all species
present with approximate percentage of
burden
o Any general observations that may affect
weed control outcomes or revegetation
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Responsible
Body
GAWA/Yaraguia
GAWA/Yaraguia
Reporting Procedure
Verbally or electronically
communicated to all
concerned with weed
management
Data collated &
measurements extrapolated
to per hectare and an
electronic written report
articulating results delivered
to all concerned in the
revegetation program
Monitoring Objective
3. Ascertain success, and
maintenance
requirements for
implementation of
replanting/seeding
activities
4. Visually
project
revegetation success
Method, Repetitions & Measurements
Utilise permanent quadrants established in
replanting areas for objective 2 for
measurements.
Measurements:
o No of planted indigenous species surviving
per ten square metres
o No of indigenous plants emerging from
broadcast seed per ten square metres with at
least 10% of quadrant sampled randomly in
1metre squares
o No of indigenous species emerging
voluntarily (ie. not from planted stock or
broadcast seed)
o Percentage of species planted persisting
o Percentage of species seeded emergent or
persisting
o General observations pertaining to
vegetation health and restoration progress
Establish permanent photo points aligned to all
permanent quadrants. Photopoints should be
clearly marked with the direction that photo
should be taken. Photos should be taken at the
same height, direction and preferably with the
same camera to maintain the same visual
coverage.
Estimated Timing
& frequency
In conjunction with
objective 2.
Responsible
Body
GAWA/Yaraguia
In conjunction with
objective 2.
GAWA/Yaraguia
Measurements:
o To provide a visual record only. No
quantifiable measurements.
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Reporting Procedure
As per management
objective 2 and collated
with same
Collate and incorporate into
reporting
Monitoring Objective
5. Ascertain maintenance
requirements
Method, Repetitions & Measurements
General visual site inspections of the property.
Measurements not quantified and used as an
indication of maintenance requirements.
Estimated Timing
& frequency
In conjunction with
objective 1.
Responsible
Body
GAWA/Yaraguia
In conjunction with
objective 2 and
opportunistically
GAWA/Yaraguia
Reporting Procedure
Verbally or electronically
communicated to all
concerned with the
restoration plan
Measurements:
o Soil moisture levels
o General plant health
o Other observations that may guide
maintenance requirements
6. Other
general
observations pertaining
to vegetation health and
maintenance
activity/requirements
Visual observations (not quantified)
Measurements:
o Note potential indicators of pathogens or
plant disease
o Note condition of fencing and any defects or
deficiencies
o Note any visible evidence of
unauthorised/inappropriate access
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Verbally or electronically
report any findings to all
concerned as soon as is
practicable
Implementation Schedule
The schedule is provided to give an easily read overall view of activities for the period of the plan. It
should be referred to regularly to ensure tasks are not missed.
All suggested task completion times are approximations and will be subject to seasonal conditions.
The key factor being rainfall to gain adequate soil moisture and weed germination prior to planting,
sowing and herbicide applications.
The implementation schedule should also be completed in accordance with the methodology provided
in the various section headings above. It should also be used in conjunction with the weed
management action plan (Table 7) and the Monitoring Plan (Table 9).
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Table 10: Three Year implementation schedule for revegetation activities
Time Scale
Task/Action
Responsibility
2008 Implementation Schedule
Late November/Early
December 2007
Mid-Late May
Place orders with nursery/s for plants for areas to be revegetated in winter 2008 to be
delivered mid June 2008
Year 1 Management Objective 1 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2)
Early - Mid June
Year 1 Management Objective 3 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2)
GAWA
Late June
Take delivery of seedlings as per species composition (Table 1). Ensure secure
storage and facilities to water the plants prior to planting.
Complete planting operations as per recommendations outlined for revegetation types
to be completed 2008
Year 1 Management Objective 4 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
Monitoring objectives 2, 3 & 4 as per Table 4
GAWA
Late June
Mid July – Late August
October
October – December
Late November – Early
December
Late November – Early
December
Monthly
Year 1 Management Objective 5 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
Place orders with nursery/s for plants for areas to be revegetated in winter 2009 to be
delivered mid June 2009.
Place orders for locally collected seed with seed suppliers for areas to be revegetated
using direct seeding in winter 2009 to be delivered early June 2009.
Monthly monitoring - Objectives 1, 5 & 6 as per Table 4. Complete maintenance
activities if required.
GAWA
GAWA
GAWA/Yaraguia
Yaraguia
GAWA
GAWA
GAWA
Yaraguia
2009 Implementation Schedule
March
Year 2 Management Objective 1 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
Monitoring objectives 2, 3 & 4 as per Table 4
Mid – late May
Year 2 Management Objective 2 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
GAWA
Mid – late May
Year 2 Management Objective 3 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
GAWA
January to March
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GAWA
Yaraguia
Time Scale
Late May – Early June
Task/Action
Year 2 Management Objective 4 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Responsibility
GAWA
Early- Mid June
Year 2 Management Objective 5 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Yaraguia
Early - Mid June
Early - Mid June
Year 2 Management Objective 6 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Year 2 Management Objective 7 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Take delivery of seed for areas to be direct seeded in 2009 planting areas (Tables 4 &
6) and ensure all correct treatments have been applied
Year 2 Management Objective 8 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Take delivery of seedlings as per species compositions (Tables 6, 5 & 2). Ensure
secure storage and facilities to water the plants prior to planting.
Complete planting operations as per recommendations outlined for revegetation types
to be completed
Broadcast seed in revegetation types 4 & 6
Cut and lay brushing material on revegetation type 6 as described
Year 2 Management Objective 9 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Year 2 Management Objective 10 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
Monitoring objectives 2, 3 & 4 as per Table 4
Early June
Mid – late June
Late June
Late June
Mid – late June
Mid – late June
Late June – Early July
Mid July – late August
October
Late November – Early
December
October – December
Place orders with nursery/s for plants for areas to be revegetated in winter 2009 to be
delivered mid June 2010.
Year 2 Management Objective 11 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
GAWA
GAWA
GAWA
GAWA
GAWA
GAWA/Yaraguia
GAWA
GAWA/Yaraguia
GAWA
Yaraguia
Yaraguia
GAWA
GAWA
2010 Implementation Schedule
March
Year 3 Management Objective 1 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
Monitoring objectives 2, 3 & 4 as per Table 4
Mid – late May
Year 3 Management Objective 2 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
GAWA
Mid – late May
Year 3 Management Objective 3 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
Yaraguia
Early- Mid June
Year 3 Management Objective 4 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2).
GAWA
January to March
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GAWA
Yaraguia
Time Scale
Late June
Late June
Mid July – late August
October
Task/Action
Take delivery of seedlings as per species compositions (Tables 2 & 3). Ensure secure
storage and facilities to water the plants prior to planting.
Complete planting operations as per recommendations outlined for revegetation types
to be completed
Year 3 Management Objective 5 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
required
Monitoring objectives 2, 3 & 4 as per Table 4
October – December
Responsibility
GAWA
GAWA/Yaraguia
Yaraguia
Yaraguia
Year 3 Management Objective 6 of the Weed Management Action Plan (Table 2). If
GAWA
required
Note: on completion of this schedule, the weed management action plan and monitoring schedule should be continued
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List of Appendices
1. List of vascular plant taxa recorded during site assessments
2. Firebreak and Access Management Plan Map
3. Remnant Vegetation Management Types Map
4. Vegetation Communities Map
5. Proposed Revegetation 2008 to 2010 and Future Planned Revegetation
6. Revegetation Types Map
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