This multiday activity is ideal for the fit and adventurous who want to spend a full 3 days rock hopping and weeding along the Grose River. Some experience at overnight self-reliant camping is required and numbers are limited.
Book by Monday 23rd September with Grant on 0499 699 150 or grant.purcell@environment.nsw.gov.au.
An opportunity to continue the long term efforts of volunteers to keep improving this large swamp system that needs help to reverse the impact of many varieties of weeds. A known site of two threatened species, Giant Dragonfly and the Blue Mountains Water Skink.
This is a joint NPWS and BMCC activity. Lunch and morning tea donated by Hominy Bakery. Please book by the 3rd September with Edward on 4780 5623 or ebaylisshack@bmcc.nsw.gov.au .
AMAZING THINGS ARE HAPPENING AT BIRRIBAN – BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP.
Come along and works alongside parents, carers, community members, students, landcare specialists and teachers. we need all skill levels, all ages, all abilities to get involved.
We’ll be weeding and rescuing plants in preparation for the stormwater project.
Please wear long sleeved work shirt, long pants and closed in shoes.
Saturday, 30 September – 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
A short walk to a tributary of the Centennial Glen Creek to treat/remove small and large Holly. Morning tea provided. BYO lunch. For RSVP and further information contact Karen Hising on 4780 5623 or khising@bmcc.nsw.gov.au
Saturday 30 September
A short walk to a tributary of the Centennial Glen Creek at Blackheath to treat/remove small and large Holly. Morning tea provided. BYO lunch. For RSVP and further information contact Karen Hising on 4780 5623 or khising@bmcc.nsw.gov.au
Greater Sydney Regional Weed Strategy Explained
Greater Sydney Local Land Services (LLS) has created some you tube videos to help explain the new Regional Weed Strategy.
LLS is currently seeking feedback on the plan from 8 February to 8 March 2017.
Dear Bushcare Volunteers
Greater Sydney Regional Weed Committee is very keen to hear from as many people as possible on the plan so we hope you can make one of the information sessions.
INVITATION TO A PUBLIC CONSULTATION FORUM on the Draft Greater Sydney Regional Strategic Weed Management Plan
The draft Greater Sydney Regional Strategic Weeds Management Plan (GSRSWMP) will be released for public consultation on 8 February 2017. The plan has been developed as part of the NSW Government’s Biosecurity reform process in response to the Natural Resources Commission’s review which identified the need for a more coordinated approach to managing weeds.
It is estimated weeds cost the NSW agricultural industry about $4.3 billion every year. Weeds also have serious implications on our lifestyles and the natural environment. Native biodiversity in particular has suffered declines in the distribution of many species as a result of invasive plants.
The GSRSWMP will provide the framework for improved management of weeds on both public and private lands by guiding investment to achieve the greatest outcomes in prevention, eradication and containment.
The draft plan was developed by the Greater Sydney Regional Weed Committee in partnership with Local Control Authorities (i.e. local governments), NSW Department of Primary Industries, National Parks and Wildlife Service, environmental interests (i.e. Nature Conservation Council), Landcare, NSW Farmers Association, Nursery and Garden Industry Association and Aboriginal and public land managers.
The Plan will now be made available for public consultation for feedback before being finalised. As part of the consultation process, Greater Sydney Local Land Services and the four subregional weed committees will host five public forums across the region. The purpose of the forums is to explain the contents and impacts of the draft plan, respond to questions and assist anyone who is considering commenting on the draft plan.
A Forum will be held in Penrith at the Cambridge Park Community Hall 97 Oxford St Cambridge Park on Tuesday 7 February from 5pm -7pm.
To register your interest in attending please email admin.greatersydney@lls.nsw.gov.au or phone Greater Sydney Local Land Services on 4724 2100
The Draft Greater Sydney Regional Strategic Weed Management Plan and supporting information is available at www.lls.nsw.gov.au/greatersydney from the 8th February 2017. If a copy is required before this please email admin.greatersydney@lls.nsw.gov.au
The closing date for submissions is 8 March 2017.
Water weeds Cabomba 2012-2013
A Council aquatic weed control program funded partly by the Blue Mountains Environment Levy and partly by the Federal Government’s Caring for our Country initiative is dramatically improving the condition of Glenbrook Lagoon by tackling a water-weed infestation that has ‘choked’ the lagoon for many years. Continue reading