Attachment H - Environmental Values Assesment

Flora:
           A total of 87 native plant species and 31 non-native species were recorded during the survey period (see
            Attachment A).
                 o Two weeds of national significance were detected on site, Basket asparagus (Asparagus aethiopicus cv.
                       Sprengeri) and Lantana (Lantana camara var. camara)
           The creek and its riparian vegetation is subject to impacts from nutrient laden stormwater runoff, weed encroachment
            and litter.
           The edge of the retained vegetation closer to the creek is relatively intact retaining a higher degree of floristic
            diversity and integrity across all strata, with fewer weed species encroaching into the creek banks.
           One listed flora species was identified in riparian vegetation on Cooroy Creek in Lot 2 RP47020 – Toothed kamala
            (Mallotus megadontus) which is listed as Vulnerable under the NCA 1992.

Soil:
           Elevation slopes gently to the south and east, falling from approximately 106 metres to 103 metres above sea level
            (asl.)
           The site is located within the Quaternary aged “flood plains, river terraces comprising clay, silt sand and gravel”.
           The site is generally stable with close to 90% cover with grass, mulch and native vegetation.
           Some very minor soil erosion along drains.

Cultural Heritage:
     Kabi Kabi First Nation are traditional owners in this region.
     Site is near a permanent waterway – as such it may have been used by indigenous people for access to food
         sources and may have cultural significance.
     Connection to the native fauna and flora in the area.
     No cultural heritage site points or polygons recorded for this area. (See Attachment C)




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