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ARBORICULTURAL REPORT
Tree Management Plan
Project: Site Redevelopment and Upgrades
Site Address: Ozcare Noosa
80-100 Cooyar St,
Noosa Heads, QLD, 4567
Commissioned by: Woollam Constructions
Local Authority: Noosa Council (NC)
Application No.: 132001.210127.3
Date: Sunday, 14 July 2024
Version: Draft
Prepared by:
Matthew Duncan
Director / Principal Arborist
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m: 0450 355 770
ABN: 68 153 548 531
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Section 2
This document was prepared for the sole use of Woollam Construction, and any regulatory agencies
involved in this project. No other party should rely on this information without the prior written consent
of Consult Arborist and the client.
The findings laid out in this report are valid for 12 months from the assessment date.
If the advice and recommendations made in this report are not strictly adhered to, no responsibility will
be taken for the continuing health and condition of retained trees. Trees are dynamic living organisms
that respond to changes in their environs; repeat assessments are key to maintaining tree vitality,
structural integrity and reducing any potential risk they may pose.
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D OCUMENT C ONTROL
The latest approved version of this 24_07_14_TMP_Woollam_Ozcare_Draft should be available to all
personnel involved in the Project in consultation with Consult Arborist Pty Ltd.
Each new revision should be distributed to all key personnel for review and endorsement.
All individuals working near protected trees are to be made aware of this document and it is the
responsibility of the individual to implement and/or adhere to the recommendations and guidelines.
Version Date Written Reviewed Approved
Draft 14/07/2024 MJD SCD MJD
D OCUMENTS R EVIEWED
The following documents have been reviewed, analysed, and referenced during the production of this
report.
Reference / Date Title / Details
27/07/2023 Noosa Council Letter of Decision Notice – Minor Change
Tree Mark-up Tree Mark-up Plan – provided by Woolam Construction
23/03/2023 2. Fire Trail Clearance Plan – STP
240611 Site Services Overlay - with Vegetation
Note: Extracts from the above document have been used to illustrate the text within this report but should be read with full
documents.
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Section 3
On the northern to eastern aspect of the site is an existing break in the vegetation that
separates the Girraween Nature Refuge bushland and the site. As part of previous approvals,
Noosa Council gave consent to clear all but the Black Sheoak trees to create a firebreak.
These works were not completed and are now proposed as part of these project works.
A review of the Black Sheoak trees was undertaken as part of this Arborist Assessment.
A separate tree plot plan was provided by Woollam illustrating the Black Sheoaks within
the Firebreak. Table 1 below highlights the observations noted during the site inspection and
the current retention status for these trees. Please note that the number sequencing is not
always continuous, and trees not reflected in the following table are deemed suitable to be
retained at this time.
The status of the remaining young trees at the southern end of the site is questionable. It is
difficult to determine which tree is which on site and their long-term suitability for retention is
questionable with natural fails anticipated in coming years.
Figure 17: Tree markup plan provided by Woollam illustrating the numbered Black Sheoaks
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Section 4
Figure 18: Tree markup plan provided by Woollam illustrating the numbered Black Sheoaks
Figure 19: Tree markup table provided by Woollam
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Section 5
6.3.1 Arborist Review
Tree ID Condition Comments Retention Status
1 Failed and resting in adjacent Wattle trees Remove
2 Not identified on site *
3 Not identified on site *
Strong phototropic growth habit over the property boundary
8 Remove
and over the roof of the existing building.
Past side stem failure.
9 Mature Ganoderma bracket fungi on the main trunk. Remove
Unsuitable for retention.
Retain.
Untypical growth habit in the canopy.
Prune to improve form
Will require corrective pruning.
10 and structure.
Tree likely to succumb to localised changes resulting in
Monitor monthly during
canopy decline.
the project.
11 Inside the property boundary next to the boundary peg. NA / Remove
Retain.
12 Tri stem with strong asymmetrical growth towards the track. Prune to improve form
and structure.
The tree appears to be recently deceased with foliage turning
Reinspect in 1 month.
13 brown.
Removal predicted.
Low branches over the access track.
Design review to
Semi-mature tree on the edge of a clump, likely conflict with
22 confirm removal
the Access Track works.
requirements.
Large mature tree in average condition.
Monitor monthly during
25 Concerns regarding the tree’s condition once the surrounding
the project.
trees and vegetation are removed.
Strong asymmetrical growth habit towards the access track.
Prune for access.
Will require 50% canopy removal for access, this will likely
27 & 32 Monitor monthly during
have detrimental effects on the tree’s health and long-term
the project.
retention status.
40 & 41 Not identified on site *
43 Recently failed Remove
Design review to
70 - 72,
Young Trees with questionable retention confirm removal
79
requirements.
76-78 Not identified on site *
Table 1: Arborist observations within firebreak
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Section 6
7 S ITE P HOTOS Figure 20: Tree 1 Figure 21: Tree 8 Figure 22: Tree 9 Figure 23: Tree 10 Figure 24: Tree 11 Figure 25: Tree 12 Figure 26: Tree 13 Figure 27: Tree 22 Figure 28: Tree 25 24_07_14_TMP_Woollam_Ozcare_Draft Page 18 of 29
Section 7
Figure 29: Tree 27 Figure 30: Tree 32 Figure 31: Tree 43
Figure 32: Location of trees 40, 41 & 43
Figure 33 Location of young trees possibly 70-72
Figure 34: Location of trees 76 - 78
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Section 8
8 T REE P ROTECTION G UIDELINES (TPG) For the proposed retention of the above trees onsite, the following guidelines are recommended to be implemented to minimise the impact of the Project works. The protection recommendations offered will be guided by, AS4790 – 2009 Protection of trees on development sites, industry best practice and the supervising presence of a suitably qualified and experienced Arborist with a high level of experience as an onsite Project Arborist. The information within these Guidelines is generic and can be used within the project as required. The successful retention of the trees will be bettered by the education and cooperation of all parties of the construction team during the build and the presence of the Project Arborist on site to assist and advise during the construction phase for all works carried out adjacent to the TPZ of protected trees. ALL workers on the site are to be made aware of the Tree Protection Guidelines and any site- specific measures by the main contractor prior to commencing works. The information within this Tree Protection Plan (TPP) should be read in conjunction with guidelines laid out in the Australian Standard, AS4970–2009 Protection of Trees on Development Sites and ongoing advice from the Project Arborist. A designated onsite foreman/supervisor from the construction company is to liaise with the Project Arborist to ensure that Tree Protection is adhered to in their absence from the site. A Post Construction Arborist Report can be prepared by the Project Arborist on request for the retained tree comprising a Visual Tree Assessment detailing each of the trees’ condition and vigour, damage or disturbance which may have occurred, and remedial works are undertaken. After the final inspection, a Certification of Compliance can be supplied along with any monitoring documentation as required. The Project Arborist may at any time implement new or additional procedures as may be required for the site in the best interest of the trees and the development as a whole. 24_07_14_TMP_Woollam_Ozcare_Draft Page 20 of 29
Section 9
The descriptions of the TPZ and SRZ are taken from the Australian Standards, AS 4970-2009
Protection of trees on development sites. These descriptions only give the basic outline to
calculate the TPZ and SRZ, when encroachment or reduction in the size/area of the TPZ is
required to facilitate the development, these can also be calculated: see Appendix D of the
Australian Standard AS 4970-2009.
8.2.1 TPZ
As specified in the Australian Standard, AS 4970-2009, the Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) is the
principal means of protecting trees on a development site. The TPZ is a calculation that
combines the root area and crown area which require protection and this area should be
isolated from construction disturbance so that the tree can remain in a viable condition for the
future. The TPZ incorporates the Structural Root Zone (SRZ).
The radius of the TPZ is calculated for each tree by multiplying its DBH (Diameter at Breast
Height - trunk diameter measured at 1.4m above ground) by 12.
E.g., a tree with a .5m diameter at 1.4m x 12 results in a 6m Tree Protection Zone (TPZ).
A TPZ should not be less than 2m or greater than 15m (unless crown protection is required).
8.2.2 SRZ
The Structural Root Zone, as specified in AS 4970-2009 the surface area of protection that is
required around a tree to maintain that tree’s stability – a larger area than this is required to
maintain a tree in a viable condition for the future. It is only necessary to calculate the SRZ
when major encroachment into a TPZ is proposed.
An indicative SRZ radius can be determined from the trunk diameter, D, measured in metres
(above the root buttress) and applying the following formula:
0.42
RSRZ = (D x 50) x 0.64
The SRZ for trees with a trunk diameter less than 0.15m will automatically be 1.5m.
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Section 10
Figure 35 below shows a typical representation of a tree protection system. Tree’s root
systems are generally shallow with most of the roots found within the top 1m of soil with a
higher density of roots found closest to the surface where moisture and nutrients are more
readily available. The function of the TPZ (Tree Protection Zone) is to ensure that the tree has
a viable root system, so the tree has a functional future as an amenity asset within the
development.
The structural standing of a tree is linked to critical aspects of roots (found in the TPZ) to bind
the soil and create a mass that the tree can anchor to. These roots consist of ‘Secondary roots’
(medium size) and ‘Tertiary roots’ (small size).
Primary roots (large size) found in the SRZ connect the Tree to the anchor system. Primary
roots by themselves do not bind enough soil to create a stable anchor system.
The shallow nature of tree roots should be taken into consideration when working close to
trees and when installing the tree protection fencing for the Tree Protection Zone (TPZ).
Figure 35: Example of an ideal generic Tree Protection System
8.3.1 TPZ Signs
The signs, sample to be found at Appendix 2 – Sample TPZ Sign, identifying the TPZ are to
be placed around the edge of the TPZ in locations visible to the site as per Tree Protection
Fencing Standards Australia marketing media AS4970 – 2009.
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Section 11
8.3.2 Restricted Activities Within the TPZ Restricted activities within the TPZ / Exclusion Zone that would cause harm to the retained trees to include, but are not limited to: • Any non-approved construction works. • Any non-approved excavation or cultivation of the ground. • Any non-approved storage. • Preparation of chemicals, including cement products. • Parking of vehicles and plant. • Refuelling. • Dumping of waste. • Wash down and cleaning of equipment. • Placement of Fill. • Lighting fires. • Any non-approved soil level changes. • Temporary or permanent installation of utilities and signs. • Physical damage to the tree. 8.3.3 Tree Protection Fencing (TPF) The Tree Protection Fencing (TPF) is to be steel mesh panels (as detailed in AS4687-2007 Temporary fencing and hoardings) and held in place with concrete feet, the nut and bolt holding the clamps are to be secured and tightened with a spanner to prevent the fence from being easily moved and to restrict access to those with permission only. Shade cloth or something similar can be attached to the fence to protect the area from airborne matter if required. Uneven ground and/or exposed sites may require additional staking to hold the fencing in place. Care is to be taken when installing the additional bracing not to damage tree roots or hit underground services. Where the adequate TPZ is not achievable the TPF can be erected in a non-standard alignment and additional measures including ground protection, e.g., Trak-mats/geo fabric and mulch to spread the load of site activities and minimise ground disturbance. These measures will be established between the developer and the Project Arborist. As an alternative to steel mesh panels for temporary or low access areas, TPZ fencing may consist of 1m high plastic orange mesh barrier fencing or a double row of flagging with star pickets with end caps as support, spaced at 4 – 5m and attached with zip ties. This style of fencing is deemed suitable for larger sites when work activities are generally to be within the central area of the site with the proposed retained trees on the periphery and away from main site activities. 24_07_14_TMP_Woollam_Ozcare_Draft Page 23 of 29
Section 12
Remediation measures can be undertaken to limit and reduce any negative effects that may
occur. Where suitable the retained trees’ TPZ areas are to be improved to provide a more
favourable and beneficial growing environment for the tree’s roots.
Where the soil levels are required to be raised a sandy loam is to be used. This will improve
drainage and allow for gaseous exchange. Trees can adapt to low levels of Fill being placed
over the existing ground if undertaken with the correct material. In some cases, this additional
medium can also provide ideal rooting conditions for feeder roots and a beneficial food source
for the tree.
The following recommendations could be taken to improve an existing plant’s vigour, and will
in turn benefit the plant’s health, safety, and the amenity that it provides and can be
incorporated with the project landscaping details.
Where groundworks are carried out adjacent to or encroaching into the TPZ areas the
following mitigation measures and procedures should be implemented where deemed
appropriate and should be supervised by Consult Arborist.
• Where possible the excavated ground, including the cut roots, will be covered/backfilled
with quality topsoil locally sourced or a sandy loam/river sand with low organic matter, as
guided by AS 4419—2003. Australian Standard™ Soils for landscaping and garden use.
• An application of seaweed-based soil conditioner/plant food can be applied to the topsoil
as per the manufacturer’s guidelines. Monthly applications are recommended for the
duration of the project.
• When required supplemental watering with a water cart or sprinkler system can be used
to retain adequate moisture levels in the soil.
• The Project Arborist is to advise and oversee all mitigation measure works being
undertaken on retained trees.
All tree works, and tree protection measures, are to be guided by industry best practices and
the relative Australian Standards which include but are not limited to:
• Australian Standards AS4970-2009 Protection of trees on development sites
• Australian Standards AS4373-2007 Pruning of amenity trees
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Section 13
9 G ENERAL E XCAVATION M ETHODOLOGIES
Details below give examples of works methodology to excavate a trench or general excavation
when working in proximity to trees.
When using a mechanical excavator ground protection is advisable to minimise compaction
and damage to the surrounding soil and roots. With a combination of a small bucket and ripper,
the spoil from the trench can be carefully extracted. General excavation is to be undertaken,
when possible, with the bucket positioned perpendicular to the tree, and the spoil dug away
from the tree, this helps to minimise roots being accidentally torn or fractured.
When excavations are being undertaken within a tree's root zone, all necessary precautions
are to be adhered to. The Project Arborist will advise on the progression of the works and
undertake root pruning as required.
Roots deemed to be pruned and removed are to be carefully cut using a sharp saw and/or
secateurs. Root removal is carried out by the Project Arborist on a root-by-root basis taking
into consideration the type of tree, distance from the cut to the tree, and the size and number
of roots found.
Where possible trenches and excavations are to be carefully backfilled using topsoil from the
site or imported topsoil with a low organic matter content and lightly compacted by hand within
the tree zone. Ideally, the ground is then irrigated to increase moisture in the soil (not
waterlogged) and where possible 100mm of mulch is spread to cover the surface area.
Where possible create a preliminary trench/excavation at the outer edges of the required cut
line using a Hydro-vacuum excavator. Roots found can be cleanly cut by the Project Arborist.
Once the preliminary cut line is completed excavation of the remaining area outside the cut
line can be dug using the appropriate excavator with all due care and attention to the adjacent
protected trees.
Figure 36: Example of preliminary trench/excavation cuts
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Section 14
10 H ARD S URFACE / A SPHALT R EMOVAL The Project will require the removal of the existing path/hard surface adjacent to the retained subject trees. They will require careful removal overseen by the onsite Project Arborist working alongside the contractors. Sections of the old surface can be removed with the use of an excavator whilst positioned and working away from the tree. Machinery is not to be used on unprotected or bare ground within the TPZ or Exclusion Zone. The excavation of any ground within or adjacent to retained trees should be cut perpendicularly to the tree to reduce the likelihood of roots being split or damaged longitudinally and is to be overseen by the Project Arborist. If roots are uncovered and determined to be cut, sharp handsaw or secateurs are to be used to ensure a clean cut at a right angle to minimise the cut surface area. On completion of the demolition works any exposed roots are to be covered with either damp hessian or sandy loam to protect the roots from drying out before the construction of the new surface. 24_07_14_TMP_Woollam_Ozcare_Draft Page 26 of 29
Section 15
11 R EFERENCES :
• the Australian Standards AS4970-2009 Protection of trees on development sites (2009).
• Australian Standards AS 4373 – 2007 Pruning of amenity trees. (2007).
• Barton, A. (2003). Wild plants of greater Brisbane. South Brisbane, Qld, Australia: Published by the Queensland Museum,
in partnership with the Environment and Parks Branch of the Brisbane City Council.
• Dunster, J., Smiley, E., Matheny, N. and Lilly, S. (n.d.). Tree risk assessment manual.
• Haslam, S. and Hauser, J. (2011). Noosa's native plants. Tewantin (Qld.): Noosa Integrated Catchment Assoc. Inc.
• Hayes, E. (2001). Evaluating tree defects. [S.l.]: Safetrees.
• Lonsdale, D. (1999). Principles of tree hazard assessment and management. London: Forso as estry Commission.
• Mattheck, C., Breloer, H., Lonsdale, D. and Strouts, R. (2003). The body language of trees. London: The Stationery Office.
• Strouts, R. and Winter, T. (1998). Diagnosis of ill-health in trees. Colegate, Norwich: Crown.
• IACA, 2010, IACA Significance of a Tree, Assessment Rating System (STARS), Institute of Australian Consulting
Arboriculturists, Australia, www.iaca.org.au
12 A SSUMPTIONS AND D ISCLAIMERS
This information contained in this report has been prepared on an independent basis, free of any bias and represents the honest
opinion of the consulting arborist.
All data is based on a visual inspection of the tree/s and its/their location at the time of writing, unless otherwise stated, and
contains opinions, advice and recommendations based on information and data gathered from site inspections carried out by
the author and information supplied by the Client (Woollam Construction Pty Ltd).
All information received from the Client shall be deemed to be true, accurate and up to date.
To the extent permitted by law, you agree Consult Arborist Pty Ltd is not liable to you or any person or entity for any loss of or
damage caused or alleged to have been caused (including loss or damage resulting from negligence) either directly or indirectly,
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profits, or for special, indirect, consequential, or incidental damage (however caused and regardless of the theory of liability)
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damage.
Consult Arborist cannot be held responsible for the effects of non-conformance works performed, by unsuitably qualified staff or
without the supervision of Consult Arborist.
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Arborist Pty Ltd. The author shall not be required to give testimony or to attend court by reason of this report unless subsequent
contractual arrangements have been made.
The information contained in this report refers only to the tree/s that were inspected in July 2024 and reflects the condition of the
tree/s at the time of the inspection.
There is no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, that the problems or deficiencies of the plants or property in question
may not arise in the future. Likewise, remedial treatments cannot be guaranteed.
Arboriculturalists cannot detect every condition that could possibly lead to the structural failure of a tree. Trees are living
organisms that fail in ways we do not fully understand. Conditions are often hidden within trees and below ground. Consult
Arborist Pty Ltd and the author cannot guarantee that a tree will be healthy or safe under all circumstances, or for a specified
period of time.
This report does not take into consideration the possibility of extreme weather or other events over which Consult Arborist Pty
Ltd has no control.
Treatment, pruning and removal of trees may involve considerations beyond the scope of the Arboriculturalists services, such as
property boundaries and ownership, disputes between neighbours, sightlines, landlord-tenant matters and related. Consult
Arborist Pty Ltd cannot take such issues into account unless the complete and accurate information is given to them. Likewise,
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or remedial measure.
Arboriculturalists are tree specialists who use their education, knowledge, training, and experience to examine trees, recommend
measures to enhance the beauty and health of trees and attempt to reduce the risk of living near trees. Trees can be managed,
but they cannot be controlled. To live or work near a tree involves some degree of risk. The only way to eliminate all risks
associated with a tree is to eliminate the tree.
Clients may choose to accept or disregard the recommendations of Consult Arborist Pty Ltd or to seek additional advice.
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Section 16
A PPENDIX 1: D EFINITION OF T ERMS
Age Class (AC):
Y Young: Early stage of growth, immature size
EM Early Mature: Fast-growing well-established tree which has not yet, reached mature size
M Mature: The tree reached its mature size, and exhibits slowing growth rates with early stages of naturally forming
dead or dysfunctional wood.
OM Over Mature: The tree has reached mature size and is unlike to increase significantly in height or mass.
Retrenchment of the upper crown with increased vegetative vitality in the lower crown, increased fungal activity
and wood decay, and increased colonisation by flora and fauna.
V: Veteran: Tree with advanced retrenchment, reduced crown size and annual increment growth, extensive hollowing,
crown collapse, low vigour, advanced heartwood decay, advanced colonisation by fauna and flora.
Health (H):
GH Good: Tree with no defects or disorders which are notable. Full canopy with good colour foliage. Minimal pathogen
damage.
FH Fair: Tree with minor defects or disorders which are notable. Some dead wood within what can be an unbalanced
canopy, foliage generally with good colour although some discolouration may be present typical of species in
location. Minor pathogen damage.
PH Poor: Tree with major defects or disorders which are notable. The tree has considerable deadwood present, and
discoloured or distorted leaves indicating a further decline of the tree. Detrimental pathogen damage.
D Dead or dysfunctional moribund tree.
Structure (St):
GS Good: Tree with good unions and no branch defects. Sound trunk with no / minor defects. Good buttress and root
structure.
FS Fair: Tree with minor defects or disorders which are notable. Small areas of bark missing. Small cavities or minor
unfavourable branch unions may be present. Minor damage to roots.
PS Poor: Tree with major defects, large hollows, weak unions and/or problematic damaged roots.
HS Hazardous: This implies a tree with a major defect that may fail at any time.
Abbreviations:
Ht Height
CS Crown Spread
DBH Diameter at Breast Height - The approximate diameter of the trunk measured visually in millimetres or meters at a
height of 1.4m.
TPZ The Tree Protection Zone, as per AS 4970-2009 Protection of trees on development sites, is the principal means
of protecting trees on a development site. The TPZ is a combination of the root and crown area requiring protection
to be isolated from construction disturbance so that the tree can remain in a viable condition. The TPZ incorporates
the Structural Root Zone (SRZ).
The radius of the TPZ = DBH x 12
A TPZ should not be less than 2m or greater than 15m (unless crown protection is required).
SRZ The Structural Root Zone, as per AS 4970-2009 Protection of trees on development sites, is a mathematical
calculation of the surface area of protection required to maintain a tree’s stability – a larger area is required to
maintain a tree in viable health. It is only necessary to calculate the SRZ when a major encroachment into a TPZ
is proposed.
Recommended Works:
Aerial Inspection: Assessment is to be carried out either by Consult Arborist or a Qualified Arborist contractor to assess
defects within the canopy and report findings.
Canopy A combination of removing dead wood and selective pruning to benefit the tree’s future health and
management: canopy structure. The end-weight reduction of longer lateral branches, with the creation of future
growth points to sustain canopy growth and assist with natural canopy retrenchment.
Deadwood and detail Remove deadwood (>40mm in diameter and/or 1m in length), and dysfunctional, damaged, and weak
branches from the tree’s canopy.
End-weight Trimming of the concentration of excessive wood and foliage weight towards the extremity of the
reduction: branch to lessen the overall load and branch failure potential.
Mulch: The application of a layer of woodchip/forest mulch approximately 50-75 mm thick to the canopy drip
line where possible, leaving a small well around the base of the tree trunk.
Palm clean Remove dead / dying fronds and seed pods or nuts.
Proactive removal To prevent future anticipated issues, remove the tree and replant with a more suitable species for the
location.
Prune away from Prune branches to reduce the encroachment and weight of the branches growing towards the adjacent
adjacent dwelling. dwelling/building.
Reduce and retain Reduce the tree to a safe height and size to limit hazards while retaining the remainder for habitat.
Reinspect A repeat assessment is recommended to be carried out 12 months from the date of this assessment
or after any major weather event.
Selective pruning Prune selective / identified branches to reduce end weight/length.
Soil/Plant Care Apply organic compost around the base of each tree 20-30mm thick, leaving a small well around the
base of the tree trunk. Additional seaweed-based plant food/soil conditioners applied as per the
manufacturers’ guidelines and will help to improve soil biology and maintain the tree’s health.
Stump grind Remove the stump by grinding to approximately 100mm below the surrounding ground level when
located within mown grass or damaging infrastructure.
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Section 17
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Section 18
FAUNA MANAGEMENT PLAN v1
J001259
LOT 9 ON RP225312
100 COOYAR STREET,
NOOSA HEADS, QLD
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Fauna Management Plan v1 NCES REF: J001259
Lot 9 on RP225312 – 100 Cooyar Street, Noosa Heads
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Version Date Distribution Author/s Approver
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Section 20
Fauna Management Plan v1 NCES REF: J001259
Lot 9 on RP225312 – 100 Cooyar Street, Noosa Heads
Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 BACKGROUND 1
1.2 PROPOSED VEGETATION CLEARING AND DISTURBANCE 1
1.3 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES 2
2 SITE DESCRIPTION 3
2.1 VEGETATION DESCRIPTION 3
3 FAUNA HABITAT VALUES AND IMPACTS 4
3.1 HABITAT TYPES 4
3.1.1 HABITAT FOR PREVIOUSLY RECORDED CONSERVATION SIGNIFICANT FAUNA 5
3.2 HABITAT CONNECTIVITY 8
4 FAUNA MANAGEMENT MEASURES – PRE-CLEARING 10
4.1 PROTECTION OF FAUNA HABITAT 10
4.2 INITIAL PRE-CLEARING SURVEY 10
4.3 DAILY PRE-CLEARING SURVEY 10
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4.4 RELEASE METHODS 11
5 FAUNA MANAGEMENT MEASURES – DURING CLEARING 11
5.1 VEGETATION CLEARING DIRECTION 11
5.2 SEQUENTIAL VEGETATION CLEARING 11
5.3 FAUNA SPOTTER/CATCHER 12
5.4 KOALAS 12
5.5 FAUNA MONITORING 13
5.6 INJURED FAUNA 13
5.7 VETERINARY CONTACT DETAILS 13
6 NEST BOX INSTALLATION 14
7 REFERENCES 15
APPENDIX 1 – APPROVED PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT 16
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
North Coast Environmental Services have been commissioned by to prepare a Fauna Management
Plan to manage fauna prior and during vegetation clearing to be undertaken on Lot 9 on RP225312,
located at 100 Cooyar Street, Noosa Heads QLD (referenced hereafter as ‘the site’). The habitat
removal is required to construct the approved Material Change of Use (MCU) development
application (Banksia Wing).
1.2 Proposed Vegetation clearing and disturbance
The impact of the development has been reported in an Ecological Assessment Report prepared by
North Coast Environmental for the application (NCES Ref: Ecological Assessment Report V2
J000542, dated 21/03/2023).
The southern extent of the proposed works footprint will potentially require the removal of up to 8
Allocasuarina littoralis (black she-oaks) over a cleared /mulched understorey (refer Plate 1). The
approved upgrade to the existing Maintenance Area in the northern site extent may also require
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vegetation clearing.
It was a recommendation of the EAR that an arborist should confirm the likely impact of the proposed
development to the in-situ tree assemblages. It is understood that an Arborist assessment has been
completed which provides guidance on tree clearing requirements and is to be read in conjunction
with this plan.
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2 5 7
1 3 4
8
Plate 1 – Mature She-oaks potentially impacted.
This FMP is to accompany a proposed operational works application for the development. A copy of
the approved plan of development is presented as Appendix 1.
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1.3 General Responsibilities
All fauna management services undertaken within the site are to be conducted in accordance with
all applicable and relevant local, State and Commonwealth government guidelines and legislation.
A suitably qualified and appropriately experienced fauna spotter/catcher is to be employed to
undertake the fauna management services prior to and during all clearing activities.
The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that all persons directly and indirectly associated
with the fauna management activities understand the vegetation and fauna management measures
prescribed within this Fauna Management Plan. Failure to comply with the management measures
prescribed herein may result in the contravention of local, State and Commonwealth legislative
responsibilities. The Project Manager should contact the Council’s environmental staff where doubt
arises over any vegetation removal/habitat disturbance situations before the activity in question
proceeds.
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2 SITE DESCRIPTION
The site covers approximately 2.5 ha, is located in the southern extent of Noosa Heads and currently
supports the Ozcare Noosa Heads Aged Care Facility.
In general, the facility occupies the majority of the site hosting numerous buildings, carpark,
courtyards, and maintenance shed with only scattered mature trees present. Natural bushland is
present within the northern corner and lining the western boundary of the site.
The site is bordered by Noosa National Park to the north and east, Council reserve land to the south,
and urban land uses comprised of government and residential uses present to the southwest and
west.
Plate 3 details site conditions and the general location of the clearing area.
Approx. location of
upgrade to
maintenance area
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Approx. location
of clearing area
(she oaks)
Plate 2 – Site Conditions (Source: Queensland Globe)
2.1 Vegetation Description
The clearing area includes up to 8 x Allocasuarina littoralis (black she-oaks) over a cleared /mulched
understorey (refer Plate 1).
The vegetation about the upgrade to the maintenance area generally includes mature Melaleuca
spp. over a managed garden understorey featuring Lomandra spp., Syzgium spp., Glochidion spp.,
and Ravenala madagascariensis. Plate 3 depicts the indicative vegetation conditions about the
maintenance area in the northern site extent.
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Plate 3 – Indicative vegetation codnitions about the maintance area in the northern site extent
3 FAUNA HABITAT VALUES AND IMPACTS
3.1 Habitat Types
The observed habitat adjoining the proposed development footprint includes paperbark open forest,
Banksia woodland, and modified areas, all of which exhibit potential to provide suitable habitat for
numerous fauna species. The site abuts the western edge of the Girraween Nature Refuge and
Noosa National Park habitat and offers a buffer between those conservation areas and the distinct
lack of habitat present to the west of the site beyond Cooyar Street.
A specific fauna survey of the site was not undertaken as part of the scope of works and would be
required to confirm the specific fauna species utilising the site’s habitat. Nonetheless, inferences
about the composition of the local fauna assemblage can be drawn from local knowledge, site
conditions and database search results.
Vegetated areas of the site contain a variety of fauna habitat types and exhibit direct connectivity
with offsite vegetation areas. These areas have the potential to offer fauna species the following
habitat opportunities:
• Open canopy and mid-canopy nesting sites and perches which may be used by birds and
arboreal mammals;
• Fallen logs and dead trees with exfoliating bark;
• Flower pollen from the mix of canopy and mid-strata species may provide a food source for
nectivorous species including possums, gliders, flying foxes and birds;
• Scattered Koala habitat trees that may provide a food, breeding and resting resource for
koalas;
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• Sun exposed areas below canopy gaps and on forest fringes may be suitable habitat for
exothermic reptiles such as snakes, skinks, small lizards and possibly larger reptiles such as
lace monitors;
• Areas of light to heavy leaf litter have the potential to host small reptiles, amphibious species
and may provide breeding opportunities for brush turkeys; and
• Grass and sedge groundcovers (native and exotic) have the potential to provide shelter and
movement pathways for small terrestrial mammals.
The site does not support estuarine areas hence is only likely to support freshwater species where
conditions permit habitation. Freshwater fish are unlikely to inhabit the eastern drain given its limited
reach of continuous inundation from the down pipe outlets to the eastern site boundary where the
discharge enters a soakage zone, characterised by ferns and bull rush and which is generally devoid
of standing water. The southern drain appears to be predominantly dry and likely only hosts flows
for a very limited period following heavy rainfall. Amphibian species may be drawn to these
intermittent water resources.
No conservation significant fauna species were incidentally observed during the site investigation
however Calyptorhynchus lathami lathami (glossy black cockatoo (eastern)) is known to frequent the
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site.
The majority of local fauna is expected to avoid the aged care facility infrastructure areas and utilise
the bushland areas about the perimeters of the site.
3.1.1 Habitat for Previously Recorded Conservation Significant Fauna
Table 1 identifies the conservation significant fauna species which have been previously recorded
within a 2km radius of the site on the Wildlife Online database queried in August 2022.
Table 1 – Habitat value for previously recorded conservation significant fauna species
Previously Recorded Preferred Habitat Habitat Value within the Site
Fauna Species
Calidris canutus (red knot) Intertidal mudflats, sandflats and Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
– listed as ‘endangered’ sandy beaches of sheltered coasts,
under the NC Act and in estuaries, bays, inlets, lagoons
EPBC Act; and harbours; sometimes on sandy
ocean beaches or shallow pools on
exposed wave-cut rock platforms or
coral reefs (Higgins & Davies 1996).
Calidris ferruginea (curlew Intertidal mudflats in sheltered Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
sandpiper) – listed as coastal areas, such as estuaries,
‘critically endangered’ bays, inlets and lagoons, also
under the NC Act and around non-tidal swamps, lakes and
EPBC Act; lagoons near the coast.
Calidris tenuirostris (great Prefers sheltered coastal habitats, Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
knot) – listed as ‘critically with large intertidal mudflats or
endangered’ under the NC sandflats. This includes inlets, bays,
Act and EPBC Act; harbours, estuaries and lagoons.
Calyptorhynchus lathami This species prefers woodland Species is known to forage with the
lathami (glossy black- areas dominated by Allocasuarina, Allocasuarina trees within the site,
cockatoo (eastern)) – listed or open sclerophyll forests and particularly along the western site
as ‘vulnerable’ under the woodlands with a stratum of boundary.
NC Act and EPBC Act; Allocasuarina beneath Eucalyptus,
Corymbia or Angophora (Glossy
Black Conservancy 2010).
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Previously Recorded Preferred Habitat Habitat Value within the Site
Fauna Species
Charadrius mongolus Usually occurs in coastal littoral and Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
(lesser sand plover) – listed estuarine environments. It inhabits
as ‘endangered’ under the large intertidal sandflats or mudflats
NC and EPBC Act; in sheltered bays, harbours and
estuaries, and occasionally sandy
ocean beaches, coral reefs, wave-
cut rock platforms and rocky
outcrops. It also sometime occurs in
short saltmarsh or among
mangroves. The species also
inhabits saltworks and near-coastal
saltpans, brackish swamps and
sandy or silt islands in river beds
(Marchant & Higgins 1993)
Crinia tinnula (wallum Inhabits acid paperbark (Melaleuca) Potential seasonal habitat within the
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froglet) – listed as swamps, sedgelands and drainage VC1 unit in the northern site extent.
‘vulnerable’ under the NC lines in wet heath. Also found in Optimal habitat present off-site to the
Act; disturbed wallum habitat, such as east.
exotic pine plantations, quarry site,
recently burnt heathland, 4WD-
impacted areas and roadsides
(Queensland Government 2019).
Erythrotriorchis radiatus Occurs in coastal and sub-coastal Unlikely to occur within the site.
(red goshawk) – listed as areas in wooded and forested lands
‘endangered’ under the NC of tropical and warm-temperate
Act and ‘vulnerable’ under Australia (Marchant & Higgins
the EPBC Act; 1993).
Esacus magnirostris (beach Found exclusively along the coast, Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
stone-curlew) – listed as on a wide range of beaches, islands,
‘vulnerable’ under the NC reefs and in estuaries, and may
Act; often be seen at the edges of or near
mangroves. They forage in the
intertidal zone of beaches and
estuaries, on islands, flats, banks
and spits of sand, mud, gravel or
rock, and among mangroves (NSW
OEH 2020).
Hirundapus caudacutus A migratory aerial bird which winters Not considered important to the
(white-throated needletail) in Australia. It forages on flying species.
– listed as ‘vulnerable’ insects in forests shrublands and
under the NC Act and grasslands on the east and north
EPBC Act coast of Australia and roosts in trees
(DES, 2020).
Limosa lapponica baueri Coastal habitats such as large Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
(Western Alaskan bar-tailed intertidal sandflats, banks, mudflats,
godwit) – is listed as estuaries, inlets, harbours, coastal
‘vulnerable’ under the NC lagoons and bays.
Act and EPBC Act;
Litoria freycineti (Wallum Freshwater wetlands and Potential habitat within the VC1 unit
rocketfrog) - listed as associated vegetation communities in the northern site extent.
‘vulnerable’ under the NC occurring on low nutrient sandy soils
Act
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Previously Recorded Preferred Habitat Habitat Value within the Site
Fauna Species
Litoria olongburensis Subtropical or tropical swamps, Potential seasonal habitat within the
(wallum sedgefrog) – listed wallum swamps, freshwater lakes, VC1 unit in the northern site extent.
as ‘vulnerable’ under the intermittent freshwater lakes, Optimal habitat present off-site to the
NC Act and the EPBC Act; freshwater marshes, and east.
intermittent freshwater marshes.
Macronectes giganteus Nests in small colonies amongst Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
(southern giant-petrel) – open vegetation on Antarctic and
listed as ‘endangered’ subantarctic islands, including
under the NC and EPBC Macquarie and Heard Islands and in
Act; Australian Antarctic territory.
Ninox strenua (powerful The Powerful Owl is found in open Potential foraging within the VC1
owl) – listed as ‘vulnerable’ forests and woodlands, as well as area onsite.
under the NC Act along sheltered gullies in wet forests
with dense understoreys, especially
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along watercourses. Will sometimes
be found in open areas near forests
such as farmland, parks and
suburban areas, as well as in
remnant bushland patches. Needs
old growth trees to nest (Australian
Museum 2019).
Numenius Occupies coastal lakes, inlets, bays Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
madagascariensis (eastern and estuarine habitats. Species is
curlew) – listed as mainly found in intertidal mudflats
‘endangered’ under the NC and sometimes saltmarsh
Act and ‘critically
endangered’ under the
EPBC Act;
Petauroides armillatus Prefers tall old growth eucalypt Nil – no suitable habitat onsite or
(central greater glider) – forests and woodlands with a adjacent to the site.
listed as ‘endangered’ diversity of eucalypt species and
under the NC Act and approx. 2-4 denning trees (tall trees
EPBC Act with hollows >10cm dia.) per 2ha.
Pezoporus wallicus wallicus Coastal heathland or sedgeland with Low habitat value in VC1. Optimal
(ground parrot) - listed as very dense cover and a high density habitat present off-site to the east
vulnerable’ under the NC of the parrot's food plants (DES, within heathland and sedgeland
Act 2020). habitat areas.
Phascolarctos cinereus Forest and woodlands with a Foraging and breeding within Koala
(koala) – listed as dominance of koala food trees. habitat trees onsite.
‘endangered’ under the NC
Act and EPBC Act
Podargus ocellatus Prefers subtropical rainforest, Potential foraging within the VC1
plumiferus (plumed particularly in deep, wet, sheltered area onsite.
frogmouth) – listed as gullies along creeklines and often
‘vulnerable’ under the NC containing stands of Bangalow
Act Palms or ferns. In NSW, it is most
often found in moist, lowland,
mesophyll vine forest (NSW gov,
Environment & Heritage Office)
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Previously Recorded Preferred Habitat Habitat Value within the Site
Fauna Species
Poephila cincta cincta The Black-throated Finch (southern) Unlikely to occur within the site.
(black throated finch (white- occurs mainly in grassy, open
rumped subspecies)) – woodlands and forests, typically
listed as ‘endangered’ dominated by Eucalyptus, Corymbia
under the NC Act and and Melaleuca, and occasionally in
EPBC Act; tussock grasslands or other habitats
(for example freshwater wetlands),
often along or near watercourses, or
in the vicinity of water (Baldwin
1976; Britton & Britton 2000; BTF
Recovery Team 2004; Ley & Cook
2001; NRA 2005; Wieneke 1989).
Pteropus poliocephalus Foraging within Eucalypt trees. No
The Grey-headed Flying-fox is a
(Grey-headed Flying-fox) roost sites observed.
canopy-feeding frugivore and
listed as ‘vulnerable’ under
nectarivore, utilising rainforests,
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the EPBC Act
open forests, closed and open
woodlands, Melaleuca swamps and
Banksia woodlands. The primary
food source is blossom from
Eucalyptus and related genera but
in some areas it also utilises a wide
range of rainforest fruits (Eby 1998).
Rostratula australis Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
Prefers fringes of swamps, dams
(Australian painted snipe) -
and nearby marshy areas where
listed as ‘endangered’
there is a cover of grasses, lignum,
under the NC Act and
low scrub or open timber
EPBC Act
Xeromys myoides Nil – no suitable habitat onsite.
The water mouse builds and
(water mouse) – listed as
occupies elaborate nest structures
‘vulnerable’ under the NC
in intertidal zones dominated by
Act and EPBC Act
mangrove and saltmarsh vegetation
communities, which are preferred
habitat for this species.
The field investigations did not incidentally identify the presence of any of the conservation significant
fauna species previously recorded on Wildlife Online and identified in Table 1.
3.2 Habitat Connectivity
The Queensland Globe aerial imagery was reviewed to assess the extent of vegetation/habitat
surrounding the site which has the potential to facilitate dispersal opportunities for fauna species
(refer to Plate 5).
The site contains a limited amount of intact bushland in its northern corner and western boundary.
The remaining bushland in the northern corner and western boundary exhibits direct connectivity
with the adjacent bushland area to the north. The bushland areas bordering the site to the north,
east and south are contained within the Noosa National Park and Girraween Sports Complex and
Nature Refuge. These bushland units combine to form a critical north south corridor within the local
landscape, noting a large portion of the corridor exhibits wet heath.
Sunshine Beach Road dissects the corridor to the north limiting safe terrestrial fauna dispersal
through the landscape and represents high risk of vehicle strike to terrestrial and arboreal fauna. No
fauna impact mitigation measures such as terrestrial overpasses, rope ladders or even underpasses
are available across Sunshine Beach Road to assist with fauna movement.
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to the south of the site.
Eenie Creek Road dissects the corridor to the south. However, a significantly wide vegetated road
underpass is present where the road formation bridges across the wetland between the Langura
Street roundabout and Sunshine Beach High School grounds. This design enables unrestricted flora
and fauna dispersal to occur either side of the road.
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Plate 5 – Surrounding Habitat and Local Connectivity (Source: Queensland Globe )
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4 FAUNA MANAGEMENT MEASURES – PRE-CLEARING
4.1 Protection of Fauna Habitat
The following list identifies measures to be enacted prior to vegetation clearing to conserve the
vegetation/habitat resources located external of the disturbance footprint.
• The boundaries of bulk earthworks which interface all trees to be retained are to be clearly
defined with temporary fencing prior to the commencement of works and maintained/retained
until the conclusion of operational works activities.
• Clearance of, or impact to, native vegetation located within all off-site vegetation is strictly
prohibited without the consent of the neighboring property owners and Council.
• Suitable and effective erosion and sediment control measures are to be employed along the
downslope interface between all vegetation removal zones and adjacent areas likely to
experience erosion and run-off.
• The earthworks disturbance zones are to be appropriately re-surfaced as soon as possible
following completion of disturbance activities (e.g., excavation and filling) to minimise erosion
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and sedimentation impacts.
4.2 Initial pre-clearing survey
Prior to vegetation clearing, the fauna spotter/catcher is required to carry out an initial pre-clearing
survey to minimise the risk of fauna injury during clearing and limit the abundance of available hollow
and nesting areas prior to clearing. The Initial pre-clearing survey will predominantly involve:
• Identification of any potential arboreal habitat (e.g., habitat trees and nests) within the works
area and the presence or potential presence of arboreal fauna within trees and large
branches (living or dead), which may include mammals such as possums, gliders and
microchiropteran bats, birds including parrots and owls, reptiles and tree frogs.
• Identification of any potential terrestrial habitat within the works area related to fallen hollows,
leaf litter, nests and mounds and the presence of ground dwelling fauna, such as reptiles,
amphibians and small mammals.
• Collection and relocation of any viable native bee hives.
• The closure i.e., ‘plugging’ of unoccupied arboreal hollows prior to site clearing to prevent
native fauna from potentially moving into the hollows during clearing operations.
4.3 Daily pre-clearing survey
A daily pre-clearing site survey is to be undertaken by the fauna spotter/catcher prior to the
commencement of each day’s clearing activities. This survey is required to identify the presence of
fauna within or immediately adjacent to the proposed clearing zone via visual inspection of known
and/or potential habitat elements. The daily pre-clearing survey is to include but not be limited to:
• Inspection of all arboreal and fallen hollows, which have not been plugged, identified by the
fauna spotter/catcher during the initial pre-clearing survey; and
• Removal of as much fauna as practically possible from within the clearing zone prior to
vegetation clearing occurring including;
• Physical removal of fauna may be required where they do not choose to move on of their
own accord. The spotter catcher is to determine the most sensitive and practical method for
fauna removal. Removal of fauna from arboreal hollows may comprise:
A record of all observed fauna, excluding birds that are not nesting within the clearing zone, is to be
recorded for monitoring purposes. Clearing is prohibited from occurring until the daily pre-clearing
fauna and habitat assessment has been completed. Methods to be used for the fauna and habitat
assessment shall be in accordance with the methodology set out in the:
• Terrestrial Vertebrate Fauna Survey Guidelines for Queensland (Eyre et al., 2012); and
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• Threatened species survey and assessment guidelines: field survey methods for fauna –
Amphibians (NSW Department of Environment & Climate Change, 2009).
Fauna observed during the pre-clearing site survey are to be monitored throughout the day’s clearing
to maintain knowledge of their movement and presence on the site.
4.4 Release Methods
Any native fauna captured during the pre-clearing site survey are to be relocated into suitable habitat
(appropriate to each species) where the potential for re-entry into the site is minimal. The release
location is to be determined by the fauna spotter/catcher with preference given to a location in close
proximity to the site.
Note: Handling of amphibians is to be in accordance with the former Department of Environment and
Heritage Protection’s Technical Manual – Interim Hygiene Protocol for Handling Amphibians.
5 FAUNA MANAGEMENT MEASURES – DURING CLEARING
5.1 Vegetation Clearing Direction
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All trees are to be searched for wildlife presence prior to felling and potential or known habitat trees
are to be left standing for a minimum of one night prior to eventual felling.
Vegetation clearing is recommended to be undertaken such that only one clearing front is progressed
at any one time. This will allow fauna to move away from the clearing front into adjacent vegetation
or seek refuge in other retained vegetation communities within the site or adjacent to the site. The
spotter catcher shall determine the direction of clearing and advise the clearing contractors
accordingly.
5.2 Sequential Vegetation Clearing
Vegetation clearing is to be carried out using a sequential clearing method as follows:
1. The groundcover and mid-storey are to be cleared first utilising a slasher with a mulching
head attachment or similar. Any hollow-bearing trees and/or other significant habitat features
identified during the initial site inspection will be retained. All under scrubbing works will be
completed with a suitably qualified fauna spotter/catcher in attendance.
2. After under scrubbing of each area is complete, non-habitat trees (i.e., trees other than those
identified as habitat trees) will be cleared and stockpiled for mulching. Clearing of non-habitat
trees will only occur where their removal will not impact on identified habitat trees (e.g.,
canopies do not interconnect with habitat trees).
3. After under scrubbing and clearing on non-habitat trees, an elevated work platform or cherry-
picker will be used in conjunction with a chainsaw operator and suitably qualified fauna
spotter/catcher to inspect and remove hollows as necessary prior to habitat tree felling. This
method involves the fauna spotter/catcher inspecting each of the potential habitat features
(usually hollows, dreys and arboreal termite nests) to determine the presence of arboreal
fauna. This process is detailed following the step-by-step basis below:
i. The fauna spotter/catcher (with arborist unless the fauna spotter/catcher is a qualified
chainsaw operator) will inspect each visible hollow or potential habitat resource (i.e.,
ringtail possum drey) identified in each tree using the cherry-picker. This is usually carried
out by simply looking into hollows with the assistance of a small torch, however, burrow
and bore-scopes can also be useful for deep hollows.
ii. If fauna is located within a hollow, a piece of towel or rag will be firmly laced in the entrance
to prevent the wildlife form escaping as in most cases arboreal fauna become aware of
the presence of the fauna spotter/catcher and may attempt to flee the nesting/denning
hollow due to a perceived threat. If an occupied ringtail possum drey is encountered, the
fauna spotter/catcher should quietly approach (i.e., avoid contacting other branches) the
drey in the cherry-picker bucket and physically capture the possum by placing the entire
drey in a catch bag or only the possum if it emerges from the drey.
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iii. Once the hollow entrance has been secured the arborist or fauna spotter/catcher will cut
the entire hollow limb off below the cavity where the branch remains solid. In
circumstances where a hollow continues into the main stem of the tree, a small window
will be carefully cut into the hollow, allowing the fauna spotter/catcher to plug the hollow
above and below the window, then the hollow limb removed and lowe4red to the ground
in sections.
iv. When the fauna has been safely secured within its hollow, the entire limb can then be
placed in the cherry-picker bucket or lowered to the ground using ropes depending on
the size of the limb.
v. This limb will then be placed in a cool, quiet location until translocation to the recipient
habitat site, when at dusk the follow entrance is re-opened to allow the fauna to emerge
of its own accord.
All vegetation is to be felled onto the site and is to avoid impacts to offsite vegetation. Any disturbance
to adjoining vegetation, including incidental deposition of vegetative waste material, is to be
remedied as soon as possible following completion of clearing works.
5.3 Fauna Spotter/Catcher
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A suitably qualified and experienced licensed fauna spotter/catcher is to be present for the duration
of clearing works to monitor and manage fauna species observed during the clearing process.
Individual trees within and immediately adjacent to the clearing zone will continue to be inspected
from ground level to canopy throughout each day’s clearing activities.
The management of fauna may require specific actions as follows:
• Directing clearing contractors to undertake clearing in a direction that encourages wildlife to
move off-site unassisted and toward adjacent suitable habitat;
• Directing clearing contractors to maintain corridor or linkage vegetation connected to
identified habitat trees/nests to assist wildlife to move off-site;
• Directing clearing contractors to undertake sequential clearing of understorey vegetation
prior to potential/known habitat trees to disturb the existing habitat and encourage wildlife to
move off-site;
• Directing clearing contractors to retain individual standing trees that are host to wildlife until
the wildlife has moved on;
• Directing clearing contractors to retain all felled hollow bearing trees in-situ until they have
been thoroughly inspected and where fauna is identified then the trees be left in-situ
overnight to allow fauna to move to nearby habitat;
• Monitoring potential nests for signs of active occupation prior to clearance of the tree and
where fauna is identified (i.e., nestlings) leaving the tree standing until it has been vacated;
• Hand capture of displaced fauna that is unable to move off site without assistance;
• Herding macropods and other terrestrial fauna away from the clearing footprint;
• Monitoring of bird and other species utilising the site (other than those known to be nesting
on site);
• Immediate on-site assessment of injured fauna and delivery to the nearest veterinarian for
treatment if required; and
• Delivery of injured or orphaned fauna to wildlife carers for rehabilitation where veterinary
inspection is not warranted.
5.4 Koalas
Clearing of koala habitat trees with a trunk diameter of more than 10cm at 1.3m above the ground is
to be carried out in the presence of a koala spotter. The clearing of koala habitat trees must be
carried out in a way that complies with the sequential clearing conditions for Koala District A, as
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outlined in Part 3 of the Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 and requirements for
native vegetation clearing as outline in Part 3 of the Planning Regulation 2017 by ensuring that not
more than 50% of the site is cleared in any 1 stage (as the clearing area is less than 6ha). Clearing
must also ensure that between each stage and the next there is at least 1 period of 12 hours starting
at 6p.m. on a day and ending at 6a.m. on the following day during which no trees are cleared on the
site.
5.5 Fauna Monitoring
During vegetation clearing, the fauna spotter/catcher is to monitor all fauna that may be at risk of
injury or death by the vegetation clearing. The fauna spotter/catcher is responsible for removing all
wildlife from within the clearance zone to minimise the potential for injury or death.
5.6 Injured Fauna
In the instance of fauna injury, the subject animal/s and injuries are to be assessed on site by the
fauna spotter/catcher and where the injury is of a minor nature then the animal is to be released into
suitable habitat adjacent to the site. Alternatively, injured fauna is to be taken to a veterinarian or a
registered wildlife carer as deemed required by the fauna spotter/catcher.
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All fauna removed from the site by the fauna spotter/catcher due to injury or requiring care are to be
returned by the fauna spotter/catcher to the relocation habitat in the directly adjacent habitat to the
south of the site in the first instance, or where not suitable similar habitat (as deemed appropriate by
the fauna spotter/catcher) in proximity to the site.
5.7 Veterinary Contact Details
The following veterinary surgery is located in the local area and should be used in the case of fauna
injury or if euthanasia is required:
Sunshine Beach Veterinary Surgery
1/46 Duke St, Sunshine Beach QLD 4567
(07) 5447 4569
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6 NEST BOX INSTALLATION
Condition 72 of the MCU requires:
Permanent artificial nesting boxes must be installed within the development site to provide
compensatory habitat for arboreal mammals and hollow dependent avian species. The works must
be undertaken in accordance with an Operational Works approval.
Liaison with Mr. William Lowe of Noosa Council on 31/01/2023 confirmed that a total of 6 nest boxes
are to be installed in the vegetated areas of the site. Given Glossy black cockatoos are known to
preference emergent eucalypts with large hollows at the crown of the tree, the site is not considered
suitable to receive GBC nest boxes. Nest boxes of mixed sizes targeted to support a variety local
bird and mammal (i.e. microbats) species are therefore to be installed.
Hollow Log Homes or a suitable reputable company are to be engaged to supply and install the nest
boxes and a Nest Box Location Plan is to be provided and retained for future Certification purposes.
Nest boxes are to comprise sturdy durable materials with a minimum 30 year anticipated lifespan
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and installed with the habisure or similar system so as to avoid injury to host trees (i.e. not
nailed/bolted into the tree).
Consideration is to be given to the direction and aspect of the nest boxes to avoid artificial night time
light cast onto boxes and they are to be set high enough to avoid predation by cats (i.e. min 3m
above ground level). It is anticipated 3 nest boxes can be installed in the north of the site about the
paperbark wetland and a further 3 boxes installed in the south of the site on the remaining eucalypts
which have been retained in the southern fire break.
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7 REFERENCES
Eyre TJ, Ferguson DJ, Hourigan CL, Smith GC, Mathieson MT, Kelly, AL, Venz MF, Hogan, LD &
Rowland, J. 2014. Terrestrial Vertebrate Fauna Survey Assessment Guidelines for Queensland.
Department of Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts, Queensland Government,
Brisbane.
Department of Environment and Climate Change. 2009. Threatened Species Survey and
Assessment Guidelines: field Survey Methods for Fauna – Amphibians. Sydney.
Department of Environment and Heritage Protection’s Technical Manual – Interim Hygiene Protocol
for Handling Amphibians.
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APPENDIX 1 – APPROVED PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT
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