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Planning Report Operation Works for Property Maintenance 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren 4568 May 2022 Noosa Council Application Number OPW21/0332 Page 1 of 28
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Contents 1.0 Summary ........................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Development application details ................................................................................................ 3 1.2 Planning instrument details ....................................................................................................... 3 1.3 Referral agencies........................................................................................................................ 4 2.0 Site details ......................................................................................................................... 5 3.0 Completed development details ........................................................................................ 7 4.0 Planning assessment (Categories of development and associated assessments). Noosa Council Planning Scheme 2020 ................................................................................................... 15 5.0 Other matters .................................................................................................................. 23 5.1 State interests .......................................................................................................................... 23 6.0 Summary of supporting information ................................................................................ 24 7.0 Conclusion ...................................................................................................................... 25 8.0 Appendices ..................................................................................................................... 26 Appendix 1 Ecological Assessment Report ........................................................................................... 26 Appendix 2 Ecological Rehabilitation Management Plan...................................................................... 27 Appendix 3 Erosion and Sediment Control Plan ................................................................................... 28 Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 2 of 28
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1.0 Summary
1.1 Development application details
Retrospective Earthworks and Vegetation Clearing to maintain dam
development: and drainage line and for erosion and landscaping
improvements
Type of approval sought: Approval for Operational Works for Earthworks and
Vegetation Clearing
Site address: 26 Sallwood Court
Pinbarren Qld 4568
Real property description: Lot 3 SP170088
Site area: 11,236.5m2
Assessment manager: Noosa Council
Owner details: Kathleen Ford
Applicant details: 26 Sallwood Ct, Pinbarren 4568
1.2 Planning instrument details
State planning policy: BIODIVERSITY
MSES - Regulated vegetation (category R)
MSES - Regulated vegetation (essential habitat)
Regional plan: SEQ Regional Plan
Designation:
Planning scheme: Noosa Plan 2020 (25 September 2020)
Applicable preliminary No
approval:
Zone: Rural
Level of assessment: Code assessment
Applicable overlays: Landslide Hazard Overlay (Moderate Hazard Area)
Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay – Area
Subject to Riparian Buffer Overlay (Waterway & Regulated
Vegetation Category R GBR riverine)
Applicable codes: Rural Zone Code
Landslide Hazard Overlay Code
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1.3 Referral agencies Referral requirement Referral agency and role The Native Vegetation Removal is The Department of Natural Resources, considered exempt under the Planning Mines, and Energy (DNRME) administers the Regulation 2017 and the Vegetation Vegetation Management Act 1999. This Act Management Act 1999. (List of exempt and associated policies and guidelines have clearing, DNRME, Qld Gov, 2019). been used as reference to this application. Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 4 of 28
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2.0 Site details
2.1 Site description
The subject land is described as Lot 3SP170088. The land comprises 1.12 Hectares. It is used for
living with a dwelling, sheds and garden. It has frontage to Sallwood Court (road reserve) to the
east. The property is owned by Kathleen Ford.
The land slopes gently (5-15% slope) to a drainage line and dam through the middle of the
property. This drainage lines receives stormwater flows from the uphill catchment and a drainage
easement that is situated to the east and within part of the property.
The land is in Pinbarren and within a Rural Zone. Under the Noosa Plan the land is covered partly
by a Landslide Hazard Overlay (Moderate Hazard Area) and the Biodiversity, Waterways and
Wetlands Overlay – Area Subject to Riparian Buffer Overlay (Waterway & Regulated Vegetation
Category R GBR riverine)
Earthworks, clearing and landscaping was completed between September 2021 and December
2021, to:
- access to an existing dam,
- remove and chip mostly weed vegetation,
- clean out sediment build-up in an existing dam,
- to clean out sediment build-up in existing drainage lines and provide surface protection
(Geofabric and Rock), and
- re-landscaping the exposed and adjacent areas.
Previously most of the land was used as horse paddocks with the new owners re-landscaping,
removing the Camphor Laurels dominate drainage line and improving drainage protections and
improving the existing dam’s capacity.
Figure 1: Aerial Photo June 10 2021
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Figure 2: Council Planning Zone Map Figure 3: Council Palnning Overlay Map Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 6 of 28
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3.0 Completed development details
Earthworks, clearing and landscaping was completed between September 2021 and December
2021. Refer below for a series of photos showing the development overtime.
The complete works involved the following;
1. Initial site assessments and planning and procurement of earthmoving company.
2. Site establishment was located to minimise both short and long-term soil and vegetation
disturbance, while giving appropriate consideration to the intended purpose of the pathway and
the ability to rehabilitate
3. Commencement of clearing works (September 2021) prior to the wet season as follows
- Rescued large patches of native epiphytes and native grasses Lomandra species and put
aside for further re-instatement.
- Identified the native Brown Kurrajong tree for retaining.
- Fauna habitat features identified and rescued where possible by owner and clearing
contractor. Low risk due to the habitat values (refer attached Ecological Assessment
Report)
- Sequential clearing and grubbing was utilised to assist fauna in relocating to nearby habitat
on their own accord.
- Cleared vegetation was placed in windrows and mulched on site. Mulched was placed in
windrows for sediment control.
4. Dam was pumped out with no large aquatic fauna (Fish or eels) needing relocation.
5. The dam and drainage inlet and outlet alignment was excavated to remove sediment loads.
This material was stockpiled ready for amelioration and use in the surrounding garden beds.
6. The drainage alignment outlet and inlet were surface protected with geofabric and d50 =
400mm rock matching existing uphill drainage easement. An access cross over with 500mm
diameter pipe culvert was also established.
7. A small amount of cut and fill was completed (<30m3) to establish a safe pathway along the
southern boundary of the dam.
8. The dam batters were protected with mulch and erosion control blanket and planted out with
mostly Lomandra species.
9. Topsoil was imported and mixed with the dam and drainage line spoil and used to form garden
and turf areas.
10. Garden beds were formed and placed on existing surface levels and covered in site mulch.
11. A combination of 90% local native and 10% non-weed exotic/non local species have and will
be planted.
12. All other disturbed surfaced were covered in topsoil and hydromulched.
This change in the landscape within this property was a desire of a new landowner to create a
garden that reflects their interest while protecting the environmental values of land and surrounds.
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The need for formal approval was difficult to ascertain both from contractors’ advice and Council communication and correspondence. The landowner appreciates that the protection of infrastructure, environmental values and safety is required by Noosa Council and its Noosa Plan. A major component of the property is the environmental values it holds. It is therefore anticipated and evident that this change in landscape has improved the overall environmental values of the property including improvements to; drainage protection and capacity, erosion protection, overall water quality to the catchment, and flora and fauna values. The expectation is that the works are compliant with the Noosa Plan and meets the applicable codes. 3.1 Photos of works Photos before works Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 8 of 28
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Photos of before works cont. Photos of Clearing Works Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 9 of 28
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Photos of Clearing Works cont. Photos of Erosion and Sediment Controls Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 10 of 28
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Photos of Erosion and Sediment Controls cont. Photos of Drainage Works Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 11 of 28
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Photos of Drainage Works cont. Photo of Cut and Fill Works Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 12 of 28
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Photos of Landscape Works Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 13 of 28 [OCR of page images] Photos of Landscape Works Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 13 of 28
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Photos of Landscape Works cont. All works completed have experienced a beyond average wet season with several large rain events (>300mm in 24hrs). Refer to attached Erosion and Sediment Control Plan for inspection details. Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 14 of 28
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4.0 Planning assessment (Categories of development and associated
assessments). Noosa Council Planning Scheme 2020
The following tables identify the categories of development and assessment for operational work.
Operational Works – Engineering Work, Stormwater Drainage, Water Quality, Drainage & Landscaping (Table 6.8.2 of Noosa Plan)
Zone and Categories of development a Assessment benchmarks for Response/Comments
assessment assessable development and
requirements for accepted
development
All Zones Applicable works codes Assessment not required
Code Assessment any operational The works involved maintenance and improvements to existing
work stormwater drainage infrastructures.
Operational Works – Excavation or Filling (Table 5.8.3)
Zone and Categories of development Assessment benchmarks for Response/Comments
and assessment assessable development and
requirements for accepted
development
Rural Zone All Acceptable Outcomes of Assessment not required.
Excavation or filling of land not the Earthworks Code The excavation and filling works was less than 30m3. Required to level
associated with material change of All Acceptable Outcomes of a pathway adjacent to dam
use if involving 100m³ or less of the Water Quality and Drainage
material. Code
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Operational Works – Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay (Table 5.9.2)
Zone and Categories of development Assessment benchmarks for Response/Comments
and assessment assessable development and
requirements for accepted
development
Clearing of vegetation in a protected Code Assessment Assessment not required.
vegetation overlay area If not exempt clearing Clearing was a property maintenance activity. The works involved
Biodiversity, waterways and wetlands maintain and improvements to existing stormwater drainage
overlay code infrastructures
Operational Works Code Assessment Assessment Not required
If involving: Clearing was outside area of biodiversity significance and riparian buffer
a) clearing vegetation on land area.
identified as an area of However, the property owner appreciates that a waterway is identified
biodiversity significance on on the Biodiveristy, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map and the
a Biodiversity, Waterways and requirement to rehabilitate land 10 metres either side of the this
Wetlands Overlay Map; waterway. Refer to attached Ecological Assessment Report &
b) clearing vegetation on premises Ecological Restoration Management Plan.
identified as riparian buffer
area on a Biodiversity,
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Waterways and Wetlands
Overlay Map; or
c) development on that part of the
premises identified as riparian
buffer area on a Biodiversity,
Waterways and Wetlands
Overlay Map.
Operational Works – Landslide Hazard Overlay (Table 5.9.8)
Zone and Categories of development Assessment benchmarks for Response/Comments
and assessment assessable development and
requirements for accepted
development
Operational work involving excavation Code Assessment Assessment required for vegetation clearing, however the majority of
or filling of land not associated with a If involving: vegetation removed was Camphor Laurel which is defined in the Noosa
material change of use or Plan as not included as it is a plant declared as a pest in the former
reconfiguring a lot a) earthworks exceeding 50m³ (other Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002 and a
than the placing of topsoil); weed and an undesirable plant species, and a plant species identified in
b) vegetation clearing; or a pest management plan adopted by Noosa Shire Council.
c) redirecting the existing flow of
surface or groundwater.
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The planning zones, overlays and associated codes as applicable to the subject land and operational works are addressed below
Rural zone code (Table 6.8.3.3 of Noosa Plan)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response/Comments
Role and function
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided The subject property is used for rural living and the lot size (1.2 Ha) was
Land uses in the Rural zone are never compatible with an agricultural enterprise. The existing and
limited to those which are compatible emerging built urban environment around this property is also more
with agriculture and the protection of compatible with small lot hobby farms opposed to an agricultural
environmental and landscape values. enterprise.
PO2 AO2.1 The subject property is not located within an Agricultural Land
Development does not result in the Development that is incompatible Conservation Area.
loss or diminished productive capacity with agricultural activities is not
of Agricultural Land Conservation located on Agricultural Land The operational works (vegetation clearing and earthworks) has allowed
Area. Conservation Area and an adequate for further capacity within the dam for irrigation and improved catchment
separation area between the water quality outcomes. The removal of the Camphor Laurel dominated
development and the Agricultural vegetation and planting of endemic native species will improve the
Land Conservation Area is provided. natural environment on-site and provide improved fauna connectivity
within the catchment. Improvements to the soil surface protection (i.e.
AO2.2 drainage rip-rap protection, landscaping and improvements to site soil)
Where there is an overriding need for will improve the erosion resilience of the property.
incompatible development to be
located on Agricultural Land
Conservation Area, the development
does not have an irreversible impact
on the productive capacity
of Agricultural Land Conservation
Area.
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Rural zone code (Table 6.8.3.3 of Noosa Plan)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response/Comments
Safety and amenity
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided The operational works were completed during the drier months before
Development does not result in the wet season. Erosion and sediment controls were in place during
environmental harm or environmental works (Refer attached ESCP). Constructions were completed under
nuisance to sensitive land uses. Safety Works Methods and during legal noise limits hours.
PO10 AO10
Development does not compromise the Safe vehicular access is provided to and Temporary stabilised access was used within the road reserve. No part
safety, capacity or operation of the road from the site without adversely impacting of the existing road was blocked during works. All the disturbed
network. on the safety of the road network. surfaces within the Road Reserve was revegetated and maintained as
per the original surface (turf).
Environment, heritage, and scenic amenity
PO11 AO11.1
Development does not have a significant Development does not result in sediment, The operational works were completed during the drier months before
adverse impact on the natural values of soil or other material the wet season. There was a risk during clearing and earthworks that
the site including through: including building materials or waste
products being released into the road
sediment would be released to downstream environments. Appropriate
reserve, stormwater drains, waterways or measures were to be in place (i.e. mulch bunds and the existing dam
a) loss of biodiversity values, fauna used as a sediment trap). Refer to attached Erosion and Sediment
adjacent properties.
habitat and fish passage; Control Plan
b) changes to natural drainage;
AO11.2
c) disturbance to any wetland systems; Natural Vegetation is retained wherever Previously most of the land was used as horse paddocks with the new
d) erosion and the transport of possible.
sediments off site (including pollutants
owners re-landscaping, removing the Camphor Laurels dominant
and other contaminants which would drainage line and improving drainage protections and improving the
AO11.3 existing dam’s capacity.
affect the capacity of agricultural Where there is a nominated building
lands); envelope on the lot, clearing of
e) worsening of landslide or fire risk; native vegetation and building works do The completed earthworks and clearing vegetation was strategically
f) on-site effluent disposal; not extend beyond the building envelope, planned to ensure impacts on the environment was minimised and
g) creation of dust and air pollutants; except for the purposes of a improved upon. The change in landscape within this property was a
h) disturbance of buildings and features, driveway access. desire of a new landowner to create a garden that reflects their interest
including natural features, of cultural while protecting the environmental values of land and surrounds.
heritage significance.
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Rural zone code (Table 6.8.3.3 of Noosa Plan)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response/Comments
PO12 AO12 Permanent drainage/channel protection matched existing rip rap
Development and associated site works Development and associated site works, protection which would have been hydraulically sized to the upstream
do not directly, indirectly or cumulatively including filling and excavation are catchment, slope and expected flows (i.e. D50=400mm). Inspections
cause adverse impacts external to the designed and constructed to ensure has identified a stable non-eroding environment with natural recruitment
development site by: overland flow and/or flooding is not of native sedges and grass becoming established. All works completed
worsened, impeded, or otherwise diverted have experience a beyond average wet season with several large rain
a) causing ponding of water; to adversely affect other properties.
events (>300mm in 24hrs). It is therefore anticipated and evident that
b) increasing flooding, which adversely
this change in landscape has improved the overall environmental
affects the safety or use of any land
upstream and downstream; values of the property including improvements to; drainage protection
c) adversely affecting the flow of water and capacity, erosion protection, overall water quality to the catchment.
in any overland flow path.
Scenic amenity AO15.1 There are no slopes on site >15%. Cut and fill activities was less than
Sloping sites and ridgelines To protect scenic amenity and other 1.5 metres in depth.
PO15 landscape qualities, buildings, structures
The landscape character and visual and associated accessways are not Previously most of the land was used as horse paddocks with the new
amenity quality of hill slopes and constructed on land with a slope greater
ridgelines are retained and buildings and than 25%.
owners re-landscaping, removing the Camphor Laurels dominate
structures: drainage line and improving drainage protections and improving the
AO15.2 existing dam’s capacity. It is therefore anticipated and evident that this
a) are visually responsive to the natural On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the change in landscape has improved the overall scenic amenity of the
topography of the site, sitting within uppermost edge of a hill slope: property.
the landscape rather than dominating
it; a) roof lines are generally parallel with
b) step down slopes or use suspended contours of the land;
floor construction, minimising cut and b) roofs do not exceed a pitch of 15
fill and avoiding benching of the site; degrees; and
c) allow for retention of c) buildings do not protrude above the
natural vegetation that assists in height of prevailing vegetation.
screening or visually softening
development; and AO15.3
d) incorporate materials, finishes and Cut or fill is less than 1.5 metres in depth
colours that complement the natural relative to natural ground surface.
setting and integrate with the
landscape and skyline.
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Landslide Hazard Overlay Code (Table 8.2.8.3)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response/Comments
Landslide Hazard
PO1 AO1.2 Vegetation removal and earthworks were outside areas within 15% Slope. Refer below Council
Development maintains Development, including Map. An Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) was developed during the works by a
the safety of people, associated access, is located Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC). Soil loss estimation identified
property and hazardous outside moderate, high and the two disturbed catchment had a mean average slope of 14% overlay 25m and 7% over 30m
materials stored in bulk very high landslide hazard (refer attached ESCP). Note that the one of the main objectives of the development was to
from the risk of landslide. areas and areas with improve the overall drainage and erosion protection of the land. The site has now sustained above
15% slope or greater, as average rainfall and several large (>300mm in 24 hrs events) rain-events.
determined by a site-
specific slope‐analysis;
Sloping sites, landscape character and scenic amenity
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Landslide Hazard Overlay Code (Table 8.2.8.3)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response/Comments
PO3 AO3.5 Revegetation and landscaping works followed earthworks and was completed before the wet
Development, including The extent of filling or season. The site has now sustained above average rainfall and several large (>300mm in 24 hrs
associated access, is excavation is revegetated events) rain‐events
designed and constructed immediately following
to: completion of the works.
a) be responsive to the
natural topography
and constraints
imposed by the slope;
b) retain the natural
landforms, landscape
character, vegetation,
including the visual
amenity of hill slopes
and ridgelines;
c) visually integrate into
the streetscape and
the natural surrounds;
and
d) ensure buildings and
structures are not
visually obtrusive,
particularly from
ridgelines, public
open spaces, scenic
routes and other
critical vantage
points, outside
the site.
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5.0 Other matters
5.1 State interests
Most State Planning Policy that affect this property and associated proposed operational works
have been reflected in Noosa Council Planning Scheme and cover in the responses above,
including;
- BIODIVERSITY –
o MSES - Regulated vegetation (category R)
o MSES - Regulated vegetation (essential habitat)
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6.0 Summary of supporting information
The Operational Works (Eathworks & Clearing vegetation) under the Noosa Plan requires
supporting documents. Attached are the following documents;
1. Ecological Assessment Report (Appendix 1)
2. Ecological Rehabilitation Management Plan (Appendix 2)
3. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (Appendix 3)
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7.0 Conclusion The proposed operational works being earthworks and vegetation clearing at 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren is considered to accord with the relevant provisions of the Noosa Plan 2020 The retrospective development was consistent with State and Local Policy and has been designed to complement the environmental values and be sympathetic with the existing adjoining properties and not impede any future development. For these reasons we respectfully request that Council consider the merits of this Application favourably and provide approval. Kathy Ford Property Owner Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren Page 25 of 28
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8.0 Appendices Appendix 1 - Ecological Assessment Report Planning Report 26 Sallwood Rd, Binbarren
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Ecological Assessment Report
Earthworks and Vegetation Clearing
6 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren
May 2022
Prepared by Luke Hamilton B.Env.Sc
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Contents
1.0 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Background and Objectives ........................................................................................................3
1.2 Site location and description ......................................................................................................4
1.3 Assessment methodology .................................................................................................. 4
2.0 Ecological Values................................................................................................................ 4
2.1 Climate ......................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Water.........................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Soil / Land Management ............................................................................................................6
2.4 Biodiversity (including Biosecurity) ............................................................................................7
2.4.1 Flora ........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.4.2 Fauna ......................................................................................................................................... 8
2.4.4 Biosecurity matters (including invasive plants and animals) .................................................... 9
2.5 Impacts to Biodiversity Values ...................................................................................................... 9
3.0 Mitigation Measures .......................................................................................................... 9
4.0 Conclusion ....................................................................................................................... 10
5.0 Appendices ...................................................................................................................... 11
Appendix A - Department of Environment and Science Property Environmental Reports .................... 11
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Background and Objectives
This Report has been prepared by Aussie Environmental to provide an ecological assessment of
land located at 26 Sallwood Court 2022 and determine ecological impacts to accommodate
vegetation loss associated with a completed development. This report has been produced as an
appendix to the Planning Report associated with Local Council approval for the Operation Works
for earthworks and vegetation clearing.
All works (dam clean-out, removal of weed vegetation, protection of drainage channel and re-
landscaping the property is now complete. Therefore this Report is retrospective to the actual
operation works as these completed works require Planning Approval (Noosa Shire, Information
Request, OPW21/0332, 15 February 2022).
Earthworks, clearing and landscaping was completed between September 2021 and December
2021 to:
- access an existing dam
- remove and chip mostly weed vegetation
- clean out sediment build-up in an existing dam
- clean out sediment build-up in existing drainage lines and provide surface protection
(Geofabric and Rock), and
- re-landscaping the exposed and adjacent areas.
Previously most of the land was used as horse paddocks with the new owners re-landscaping,
removing the Camphor Laurels dominant drainage line and improving drainage protections and
improving the existing dam’s capacity.
The completed earthworks and clearing vegetation was strategically planned to ensure impacts on
the environment was minimised and improved upon. The change in landscape within this property
was a desire of a new landowner to create a garden that reflects their interest while protecting the
environmental values of land and surrounds.
Figure 1: Plan of vegetation removal.
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1.2 Site location and description
.
The subject land is described as Lot 3SP170088. The land comprises 1.12 Hectares. It is used for
living with a dwelling, sheds and garden. It has frontage to Sallwood Court (road reserve) to the
east. The property is owned by Kathleen Ford.
The land slopes gently (5-15% slope) to a drainage line and dam through the middle of the
property. This drainage lines receives stormwater flows from the uphill catchment and a drainage
easement that is situated to the east and within part of the property.
The land is in Pinbarren and within a Rural Zone. Under the Noosa Plan the land is covered partly
by a Landslide Hazard Overlay (Moderate Hazard Area) and the Biodiversity, Waterways and
Wetlands Overlay – Area Subject to Riparian Buffer Overlay (Waterway & Regulated Vegetation
Category R GBR riverine)
At a vegetation or development context land surrounding most of the property is rural residential
living with hobby farms (pasture) and gardens. The drainage line is ephemeral and was well
vegetated, however Camphor Laurels was the dominant species. This vegetation did provide
connection to the adjacent property to the west and its associated drainage line and camphour
laurel dominated environment. The drainage line flows into Pinbarren Creek approximately 500m
downstream.
1.3 Assessment methodology
The retrospective assessment of existing ecological values and the potential impacts and
opportunities has been undertaken and documented as part of this report. Desktop and field
investigations were undertaken in preparation of this Ecological Assessment Report. An outline of
actions completed is detailed under each ecological value.
The extent of works undertaken for this assessment included the following tasks:
• Desktop searches of existing information for the area and immediate surrounds to gain an
understanding of the vegetation, flora and fauna previously recorded or potentially present.
• Photo investigation of the pre-cleared area involving a ‘biocondition’ assessment of the
impacted and surrounding area.
• Evaluate all threatening processes and potential impacts and detail and discuss mitigation
measures appropriate to the scale of impact (for example, landscape effects, biodiversity
loss, edge effects).
• Post-works inspection to ascertain ecological affects and success.
2.0 Ecological Values
This section identifies and discusses the environmental factors likely to be impacted by the project.
Impacts are also identified and discussed in relation to the origins of the impact, which assists in
the identification of potential mitigation / management measures.
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2.1 Climate An extract of Bureau of Meteorology monthly climate statistics for Gympie and Sunshine Coast Airport is provided in Figure 2. The Pinbarren area typically received greater rainfall during the months of December to May, which receive an average of between 135 and 220 mm per month. Monthly rainfall between the April to November is on average below 90 mm. Figure 2: Sunshine Coast Airport & Gympie Rainfall Chart From the Table below the erosion rating is based on the average monthly rainfall depth. As per International Erosion Control Association (Australasia) Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control (2008) document (IEAC Guidelines). The subject site erosion risk rating ranges between “High” for Ecological Assessment Report 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Page 5 of 11
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the months of December through to March to ‘Moderate or Low’ for the rest of the year. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec H H H M M M L VL M M M H Table 1: Erosion risk ratings based on monthly rainfall erosivity. Risk for erosive rainfall and subsequent sediment loss are higher during the months of December to March. The clearing and drainage works occurred outside the high risk months which was a key project objective. 2.2 Water Drainage runs through the property and the whole property is within its catchment. Department of Natural Resources Mines and Energy (DNRME) Watercourse Identification Map within Queensland Globe Inland Waters (accessed on 20 March 2022) indicates that the drainage line is not a determined drainage feature until it reaches Pinbarren Creek (approximately 0.5km downstream) that is regulated under the Water Act 2000. Department of Environment and Science Environmental Report (Refer Attachment A) recognises the drainage line on the property as a waterway with potential values for aquatic habitat and connectivity. Aerial photos show that much of the upper catchment from the property has low naturalness and the drainage line has been re- aligned and rip rap & vegetation protected. There was a risk during clearing and earthworks that sediment would be released to downstream environments. Appropriate measures appeared to be in place (i.e. mulch bunds and the existing dam used as a sediment trap). Permanent drainage/channel protection matched existing rip rap protection which would have been hydraulically sized to the upstream catchment, slope and expected flows (i.e. D50=400mm). Inspections have identified a stable non-eroding environment with natural recruitment of native sedges and grass becoming established. All works completed have experienced a beyond average wet season with several large rain events (>300mm in 24hrs). It is therefore anticipated and evident that this change in landscape has improved the overall environmental values of the property including improvements to; drainage protection and capacity, erosion protection, overall water quality to the catchment. 2.3 Soil / Land Management Soil Types Soil mapping and site evaluation identifies most of the property has medium clays overlying clayey subsoils (texture contrast soils) with low organic matter. The Mary River Catchment Coordination Committee’s report “Grazing land types of the Gympie district” (Department of Employment, Economic, Development and Innovation, Feb 2017) provides the following soil characteristics; high moisture holding capacity; moderate to high soil fertility; erosion risk as susceptible to scouring and slumping during high rainfall events. Council overlay mapping indicates a medium risk Landslide Hazard within part of the property mainly due to the topography of the land. Existing topography features show no steep sections on the property. Soils results indicate that although the topsoils are non-dispersive and the existing landscape has moderate erosion risk, once soils are exposed the risks of erosion is high. Therefore, the management of exposure to soil is a major construction element to manage and did govern the Ecological Assessment Report 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Page 6 of 11
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earthworks and tree clearing stages and procedures. Revegetation did account for the low fertility, organic matter and low pH. Amelioration of soils was required for a more sustainable revegetation. 2.4 Biodiversity (including Biosecurity) 2.4.1 Flora Existing Values Regional Ecosystems The DNRME regulated vegetation mapping (refer Attachment A) indicates that the property comprises no remnant regional ecosystems, however does have a riverine drainage line that would support rainforest and shubs and therefore any vegetation within this corridor is protected as Regulated Vegetation Category R GBR riverine Figure 3 Matters of State Significance Mapping Ecological Assessment Report 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Page 7 of 11
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The Vegetation Removal is considered exempt under the Planning Regulation 2017 and the Vegetation Management Act 1999. (List of exempt clearing, DNRME, Qld Gov, 2019). However, the clearing work is an assessable development under the Landslide Hazard Overlay of the Noosa Plan. Biocondition of vegetation The condition of the vegetation within areas of the proposed clearing was assessed through a Biocondition assessment. BioCondition is a condition assessment framework for Queensland that provides a measure of how well a terrestrial ecosystem is functioning for biodiversity values. It is a site-based, quantitative and therefore repeatable assessment procedure that can be used in any vegetative state, and provides a numeric score that can be summarised as a condition rating of 1, 2, 3 or 4, or functional through to dysfunctional condition for biodiversity. In BioCondition, ‘condition’ refers to the degree to which the attributes of a patch of vegetation differ from the attributes of the same vegetation in its reference state. The habitat quality score of the cleared would have been biocondition rating of Condition Class 4. Table 1: Ecological Condition Profile for Regional Ecosystem 12.11.10 (Queensland Herbarium 2.4.2 Fauna Essential habitat mapping No essential habitat has been mapped within the clearing area, however essential habitat for koalas (EPBC Act and NC Act – vulnerable) has been mapped in the surrounding area. No Koala Habitat trees were removed. Habitat for threatened species (Southern Snapping Turtle, Lung Fish, Mary River Cod) have been mapped within Pinbarren Creek downstream. Site observations The property is surrounded by rural pasture lots and has connectivity habitat values especially along the creeks. Site evaluations has identified past disturbance such as clearing, grazing and weed infestations are likely to have reduced the availability of fauna habitat values and limited the availability of older hollow-bearing trees, which are important for arboreal mammals. There was two broad terrestrial habitat types on the property, including; pasture – covering most of the property and riparian vegetation along the drainage line. The riparian vegetation was considered a low value habitat. The habitat generally had moderate structural complexity with a dense canopy layer of Camphor Laurels and a sparse shrub and understorey layer. Weeds dominated, providing fewer resources for wildlife and acting as a barrier to the movement of many animals. While this vegetation type has low value as habitat, it can be important for regional movement of animals. This area may have provided habitat for shrub-nesting birds, water dragons and some common frog species. Flows in the drainage line are very ephemeral and have been Ecological Assessment Report 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Page 8 of 11
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impacted by damming. Rehabilitation through revegetation and weed management is required to
improve its habitat values.
2.4.4 Biosecurity matters (including invasive plants and animals)
The declared invasive weeds such as Cinnamomum camphora (Camphor Laurel) was noted as the
most prevalent weed and vegetation. Camphor Laurel is a category 3 restricted invasive plant
under the Biosecurity Act 2014. You must take all reasonable and practical measures to minimise
the biosecurity risks associated with dealing with camphor laurel under your control. This is called
a general biosecurity obligation (GBO).
The management of restricted matters is regulated by the Biosecurity Act 2014. Ongoing
management measures for invasive plants are to be incorporated into a Property Rehabilitation
Management Plan.
2.5 Impacts to Biodiversity Values
Previously most of the land was used as horse paddocks with the new owners re-landscaping,
removing the Camphor Laurels dominant drainage line and improving drainage protections and
improving the existing dam’s capacity.
The completed earthworks and clearing vegetation was strategically planned to ensure impacts on
the environment was minimised and improved upon. The change in landscape within this property
was a desire of a new landowner to create a garden that reflects their interest while protecting the
environmental values of land and surrounds. The only impacts to biodiversity values would have a
general reduction in movement corridors and connectivity.
3.0 Mitigation Measures
A major component of the property is the environmental values it holds. It is therefore anticipated
that the vegetation/habitat loss will be offset by providing ongoing management of the properties
vegetation and improve its biocondition profile. An ecological rehabilitation plan has been
developed to protect and improve the properties environmental values.
The following mitigation measures were in place during the development;
- Rescued large patches of native epiphytes and native grasses Lomandra species and put
aside for further re-instatement.
- Identified the native Brown Kurrajong tree for retaining.
- Fauna habitat features identified and rescued where possible by owner and clearing
contractor. Low risk due to the habitat values (refer attached Ecological Assessment
Report)
- Sequential clearing and grubbing was utilised to assist fauna in relocating to nearby habitat
on their own accord.
- Cleared vegetation was placed in windrows and mulched on site. Mulch was placed in
windrows for sediment control.
- Temporary erosion and sediment in accordance with a dynamic Erosion and Sediment
Control Plan with continual monitoring of functionality and corresponding modifications
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4.0 Conclusion The retrospective development has involved removal of a degraded environment. The works have been designed and instored to be sympathetic with both the built and natural environmental values of the area. Impacts to the aquatic environment were mainly mitigated by constructing and completing the works in the dry season with the subsequent wet season proving its structural worth. On going restorations to the vegetation community will be required to offset any habitat loss and connectivity values. Ecological Assessment Report 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Page 10 of 11
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5.0 Appendices Appendix A - Department of Environment and Science Property Environmental Reports Ecological Assessment Report 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Page 11 of 11
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Department of Environment and Science
Environmental Reports
Biodiversity and Conservation Values
Biodiversity Planning Assessments and Aquatic Conservation Assessments
For the selected area of interest
Lot: 3 Plan: SP170088
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Environmental Reports - General Information
The Environmental Reports portal provides for the assessment of selected matters of interest relevant to a user specified
location, or Area of Interest (AOI). All area and derivative figures are relevant to the extent of matters of interest contained
within the AOI unless otherwise stated. Please note, if a user selects an AOI via the "Central co-ordinates" option, the
resulting assessment area encompasses an area extending from 2km radius from the point of interest.
All area and area derived figures included in this report have been calculated via reprojecting relevant spatial features to
Albers equal-area conic projection (central meridian = 146, datum Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994). As a result, area
figures may differ slightly if calculated for the same features using a different co-ordinate system.
Figures in tables may be affected by rounding.
The matters of interest reported on in this document are based upon available state mapped datasets. Where the report
indicates that a matter of interest is not present within the AOI (e.g. where area related calculations are equal to zero, or no
values are listed), this may be due either to the fact that state mapping has not been undertaken for the AOI, that state
mapping is incomplete for the AOI, or that no values have been identified within the site.
The information presented in this report should be considered as a guide only and field survey may be required to validate
values on the ground.
Please direct queries about these reports to: [email protected]
Disclaimer
Whilst every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in this report, the Queensland Government
makes no representations or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness, or suitability, for any particular purpose
and disclaims all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses,
damages (including indirect or consequential damage) and costs which the user may incur as a consequence of the
information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way and for any reason.
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Table of Contents
Summary Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Biodiversity Planning Assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Diagnostic Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Other Essential Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Aquatic Conservation Assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Explanation of Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Riverine Wetlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Non-riverine Wetlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Threatened and Priority Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Threatened Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
BPA Priority Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ACA Priority Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Map 1 - Locality Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Map 2 - Biodiversity Planning Assessment (BPA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Map 3 - Corridors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Map 4 - Wetlands and waterways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Map 5 - Aquatic Conservation Assessment (ACA) - riverine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Map 6 - Aquatic Conservation Assessment (ACA) - non-riverine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix 1 - Source Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix 2 - Acronyms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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Biodiversity and Conservation Values 23/05/2022 11:17:49 Summary Information Tables 1 to 8 provide an overview of the AOI with respect to selected topographic and environmental values. Table 1: Area of interest details: Lot: 3 Plan: SP170088 Size (ha) 1.12 Local Government(s) Noosa Shire Bioregion(s) Southeast Queensland Subregion(s) Gympie Block Catchment(s) Mary The following table identifies available Biodiversity Planning Assessments (BPAs) and Aquatic Conservation Assessments (ACAs) with respect to the AOI. Table 2: Available Biodiversity Planning and Aquatic Conservation Assessments Assessment Type Assessment Area and Version Biodiversity Planning Assessment(s) Southeast Queensland v4.1 Aquatic Conservation Assessment(s) (riverine) Wide Bay-Burnett Catchments v1.1 Aquatic Conservation Assessment(s) (non-riverine) Wide Bay-Burnett Catchments v1.1 Table 3: Remnant regional ecosystems within the AOI as per the Qld Herbarium's 'biodiversity status' Biodiversity Status Area (Ha) % of AOI Endangered 0.0 0.0 Of concern 0.0 0.0 No concern at present 0.0 0.0 The following table identifies the extent and proportion of the user specified area of interest (AOI) which is mapped as being of "State", "Regional" or "Local" significance via application of the Queensland Department of Environment and Science's Biodiversity Assessment and Mapping Methodology (BAMM). Table 4: Summary table, biodiversity significance Biodiversity significance Area (Ha) % of AOI (No Records) Table 5: Non-riverine wetlands intersecting the AOI Non-riverine wetland types intersecting the area of interest # (No Records) NB. The figures presented in the table above are derived from the relevant non-riverine Aquatic Conservation Assessment(s). Later releases of wetland mapping produced via the Queensland Wetland Mapping Program may provide more recent information in regards to wetland extent. Table 6: Named waterways intersecting the AOI Page 4
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Biodiversity and Conservation Values 23/05/2022 11:17:49 (no results) Refer to Map 1 for general locality information. The following two tables identify the extent and proportion of the user specified AOI which is mapped as being of "Very High", "High", "Medium", "Low", or "Very Low" aquatic conservation value for riverine and non-riverine wetlands via application of the Queensland Department of Environment and Science's Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment and Mapping Method (AquaBAMM). Table 7: Summary table, aquatic conservation significance (riverine) Aquatic conservation significance (riverine wetlands) Area (Ha) % of AOI Very High 0.0 0.0 High 1.12 100.0 Medium 0.0 0.0 Low 0.0 0.0 Very Low 0.0 0.0 Table 8: Summary table, aquatic conservation significance (non-riverine) Aquatic conservation significance (non-riverine wetlands) Area (Ha) % of AOI (No Records) Page 5
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Biodiversity Planning Assessments
Introduction
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) attributes biodiversity significance on a bioregional scale through a
Biodiversity Planning Assessment (BPA). A BPA involves the integration of ecological criteria using the Biodiversity
assessment and Mapping Methodology (BAMM) and is developed in two stages: 1) diagnostic criteria, and 2) expert panel
criteria. The diagnostic criteria are based on existing data which is reliable and uniformly available across a bioregion, while
the expert panel criteria allows for the refinement of the mapped information from the diagnostic output by incorporating local
knowledge and expert opinion.
The BAMM methodology has application for identifying areas with various levels of significance solely for biodiversity
reasons. These include threatened ecosystems or taxa, large tracts of habitat in good condition, ecosystem diversity,
landscape context and connection, and buffers to wetlands or other types of habitat important for the maintenance of
biodiversity or ecological processes. While natural resource values such as dryland salinity, soil erosion potential or land
capability are not dealt with explicitly, they are included to some extent within the biodiversity status of regional ecosystems
recognised by the DES.
Biodiversity Planning Assessments (BPAs) assign three levels of overall biodiversity significance.
• State significance - areas assessed as being significant for biodiversity at the bioregional or state scales. They also
include areas assessed by other studies/processes as being significant at national or international scales. In addition,
areas flagged as being of State significance due to the presence of endangered, vulnerable and/or near threatened
taxa, are identified as "State Habitat for EVNT taxa".
• Regional significance - areas assessed as being significant for biodiversity at the subregional scale. These areas
have lower significance for biodiversity than areas assessed as being of State significance.
• Local significance and/or other values - areas assessed as not being significant for biodiversity at state or regional
scales. Local values are of significance at the local government scale.
For further information on released BPAs and a copy of the underlying methodology, go to:
http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/biodiversity/planning/
The GIS results can be downloaded from the Queensland Spatial Catalogue at:
http://qspatial.information.qld.gov.au/geoportal/
The following table identifies the extent and proportion of the user specified AOI which is mapped as being of "State",
"Regional" or "Local" significance via application of the BAMM.
Table 9: Summary table, biodiversity significance
Biodiversity significance Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No Records)
Refer to Map 2 for further information.
Diagnostic Criteria
Diagnostic criteria are based on existing data which is reliable and uniformly available across a bioregion. These criteria are
diagnostic in that they are used to filter the available data and provide a "first-cut" or initial determination of biodiversity
significance. This initial assessment is then combined through a second group of other essential criteria.
A description of the individual diagnostic criteria is provided in the following sections.
Criteria A. Habitat for EVNT taxa: Classifies areas according to their significance based on the presence of endangered,
vulnerable and/or rare (EVNT) taxa. EVNT taxa are those scheduled under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 and/or the
Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. It excludes highly mobile fauna taxa which are instead
considered in Criterion H and brings together information on EVNT taxa using buffering of recorded sites or habitat suitability
models (HSM) where available.
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Biodiversity and Conservation Values 23/05/2022 11:17:49 Criteria B. Ecosystem value: Classifies on the basis of biodiversity status of regional ecosystems, their extent in protected areas (presence of poorly conserved regional ecosystems), the presence of significant wetlands; and areas of national importance such as the presence of Threatened Ecological Communities, World Heritage areas and Ramsar sites. Ecosystem value is applied at a bioregional (B1) and regional (B2) scale. Criteria C. Tract size: Measures the relative size of tracts of vegetation in the landscape. The size of any tract is a major indicator of ecological significance, and is also strongly correlated with the long-term viability of biodiversity values. Larger tracts are less susceptible to ecological edge effects and are more likely to sustain viable populations of native flora and fauna than smaller tracts. Criteria D. Relative size of regional ecosystems: Classifies the relative size of each regional ecosystem unit within its bioregion (D1) and its subregion (D2). Remnant units are compared with all other occurrences with the same regional ecosystem. Large examples of a regional ecosystem are more significant than smaller examples of the same regional ecosystem because they are more representative of the biodiversity values particular to the regional ecosystem, are more resilient to the effects of disturbance, and constitute a significant proportion of the total area of the regional ecosystem. Criteria F. Ecosystem diversity: Is an indicator of the number of regional ecosystems occurring within an area. An area with high ecosystem diversity will have many regional ecosystems and ecotones relative to other areas within the bioregion. Criteria G. Context and connection: Represents the extent to which a remnant unit incorporates, borders or buffers areas such as significant wetlands, endangered ecosystems; and the degree to which it is connected to other vegetation. A summary of the biodiversity status based upon the diagnostic criteria is provided in the following table. Page 7
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Table 10: Summary of biodiversity significance based upon diagnostic criteria with respect to the AOI
Biodiversity significance Description Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No Records)
Assessment of diagnostic criteria with respect to the AOI
The following table reflects an assessment of the individual diagnostic criteria noted above in regards to the AOI.
Table 11: Assessment of individual diagnostic criteria with respect to the AOI
Diagnostic Very High Rating Very High Rating High Rating - High Rating - Medium Rating - Medium Rating Low Rating - Low Rating -
Criteria - Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No
Records)
Other Essential Criteria
Other essential criteria (also known as expert panel criteria) are based on non-uniform information sources and which may
rely more upon expert opinion than on quantitative data. These criteria are used to provide a "second-cut" determination of
biodiversity significance, which is then combined with the diagnostic criteria for an overall assessment of relative biodiversity
significance. A summary of the biodiversity status based upon the other essential criteria is provided in the following table.
Table 12: Summary of biodiversity significance based upon other essential criteria with respect to the AOI
Biodiversity significance Description Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No Records)
A description of each of the other essential criteria and associated assessment in regards to the AOI is provided in the
following sections.
Criteria H. Essential and general habitat for priority taxa: Priority taxa are those which are at risk or of management
concern, taxa of scientific interest as relictual (ancient or primitive), endemic taxa or locally significant populations (such as a
flying fox camp or heronry), highly specialised taxa whose habitat requirements are complex and distributions are not well
correlated with any particular regional ecosystem, taxa important for maintaining genetic diversity (such as complex spatial
patterns of genetic variation, geographic range limits, highly disjunct populations), taxa critical for management or monitoring
of biodiversity (functionally important or ecological indicators), or economic and culturally important taxa.
Criteria I. Special biodiversity values: areas with special biodiversity values are important because they contain multiple
taxa in a unique ecological and often highly biodiverse environment. Areas with special biodiversity values can include the
following:
• Ia - centres of endemism - areas where concentrations of taxa are endemic to a bioregion or subregion are found.
• Ib - wildlife refugia (Morton et al. 1995), for example, islands, mound springs, caves, wetlands, gorges, mountain
ranges and topographic isolates, ecological refuges, refuges from exotic animals, and refuges from clearing. The latter
may include large areas that are not suitable for clearing because of land suitability/capability.
• Ic - areas with concentrations of disjunct populations.
• Id - areas with concentrations of taxa at the limits of their geographic ranges.
• Ie - areas with high species richness.
• If - areas with concentrations of relictual populations (ancient and primitive taxa).
• Ig - areas containing REs with distinct variation in species composition associated with geomorphology and other
environmental variables.
• Ih - an artificial waterbody or managed/manipulated wetland considered by the panel/s to be of ecological
significance.
• Ii - areas with a high density of hollow-bearing trees that provide habitat for animals.
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• Ij - breeding or roosting sites used by a significant number of individuals.
• Ik - climate change refuge.
The following table identifies the value and extent area of the Other Essential Criteria H and I within the AOI.
Table 13: Relative importance of expert panel criteria (H and I) used to access overall biodiversity significance with
respect to the AOI
Expert Very High Rating Very High Rating High Rating - High Rating - Medium Rating - Medium Rating Low Rating - Low Rating -
Panel - Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No
Records)
NB. Whilst biodiversity values associated with Criteria I may be present within the site (refer to tables 12 and 15), for the New
England Tableland and Central Queensland Coast BPAs, area and % area figures associated with Criteria Ia through to Ij
cannot be listed in the table above (due to slight variations in data formats between BPAs).
Criteria J. Corridors: areas identified under this criterion qualify either because they are existing vegetated corridors
important for contiguity, or cleared areas that could serve this purpose if revegetated. Some examples of corridors include
riparian habitats, transport corridors and "stepping stones".
Bioregional and subregional conservation corridors have been identified in the more developed bioregions of Queensland
through the BPAs, using an intensive process involving expert panels. Map 3 displays the location of corridors as identified
under the Statewide Corridor network. The Statewide Corridor network incorporates BPA derived corridors and for bioregions
where no BPA has been assessed yet, corridors derived under other planning processes. Note: as a result of updating and
developing a statewide network, the alignment of corridors may differ slightly in some instances when compared to those
used in individual BPAs.
The functions of these corridors are:
- Terrestrial Bioregional corridors, in conjunction with large tracts of remnant vegetation, maintain ecological and evolutionary
processes at a landscape scale, by:
• Maintaining long term evolutionary/genetic processes that allow the natural change in distributions of species and
connectivity between populations of species over long periods of time;
• Maintaining landscape/ecosystems processes associated with geological, altitudinal and climatic gradients, to allow
for ecological responses to climate change;
• Maintaining large scale seasonal/migratory species processes and movement of fauna;
• Maximising connectivity between large tracts/patches of remnant vegetation;
• Identifying key areas for rehabilitation and offsets; and
- Riparian Bioregional Corridors also maintain and encourage connectivity of riparian and associated ecosystems.
The location of the corridors is determined by the following principles:
- Terrestrial
• Complement riparian landscape corridors (i.e. minimise overlap and maximise connectivity);
• Follow major watershed/catchment and/or coastal boundaries;
• Incorporate major altitudinal/geological/climatic gradients;
• Include and maximise connectivity between large tracts/patches of remnant vegetation;
• Include and maximise connectivity between remnant vegetation in good condition; and
- Riparian
• Located on the major river or creek systems within the bioregion in question.
The total extent of remnant vegetation triggered as being of "State", "Regional" or "Local" significance due to the presence of
an overlying BPA derived terrestrial or riparian corridor within the AOI, is provided in the following table. For further
information on how remnant vegetation is triggered due to the presence of an overlying BPA derived corridor, refer to the
relevant landscape BPA expert panel report(s).
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Biodiversity and Conservation Values 23/05/2022 11:17:49 Table 14: Extent of triggered remnant vegetation due to the presence of BPA derived corridors with respect to the AOI Biodiversity Significance Area (Ha) % of AOI (No Records) NB: area figures associated with the extent of corridor triggered remnant vegetation are only available for those bioregions where a BPA has been undertaken. Refer to Map 3 for further information. Threatening process/condition (Criteria K) - areas identified by experts under this criterion may be used to amend (upgrade or downgrade) biodiversity significance arising from the "first-cut" analysis. The condition of remnant vegetation is affected by threatening processes such as weeds, ferals, grazing and burning regime, selective timber harvesting/removal, salinity, soil erosion, and climate change. Assessment of Criteria K with respect to the AOI is not currently included in the "Biodiversity and Conservation Values" report, as it has not been applied to the majority of Queensland due to data/information limitations and availability. Special Area Decisions Expert panel derived "Special Area Decisions" are used to assign values to Other Essential Criteria. The specific decisions which relate to the AOI in question are listed in the table below. Table 15: Expert panel decisions for assigning levels of biodiversity significance with respect to the AOI Decision Number Description Panel Recommended Significance Criteria Values (No Records) Expert panel decision descriptions: (No Records) Page 10
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Aquatic Conservation Assessments
Introduction
The Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment and Mapping Method or AquaBAMM (Clayton et al. 2006), was developed to assess
conservation values of wetlands in queensland, and may also have application in broader geographical contexts. It is a
comprehensive method that uses available data, including data resulting from expert opinion, to identify relative wetland
conservation/ecological values within a specified study area (usually a catchment). The product of applying this method is an
Aquatic Conservation Assessment (ACA) for the study area.
An ACA using AquaBAMM is non-social, non-economic and identifies the conservation/ecological values of wetlands at a
user-defined scale. It provides a robust and objective conservation assessment using criteria, indicators and measures that
are founded upon a large body of national and international literature. The criteria, each of which may have variable numbers
of indicators and measures, are naturalness (aquatic), naturalness (catchment), diversity and richness, threatened species
and ecosystems, priority species and ecosystems, special features, connectivity and representativeness. An ACA using
AquaBAMM is a powerful decision support tool that is easily updated and simply interrogated through a geographic
information system (GIS).
Where they have been conducted, ACAs can provide a source of baseline wetland conservation/ecological information to
support natural resource management and planning processes. They are useful as an independent product or as an
important foundation upon which a variety of additional environmental and socio-economic elements can be added and
considered (i.e. an early input to broader 'triple-bottom-line' decision-making processes). An ACA can have application in:
• determining priorities for protection, regulation or rehabilitation of wetlands and other aquatic ecosystems
• on-ground investment in wetlands and other aquatic ecosystems
• contributing to impact assessment of large-scale development (e.g. dams)
• water resource and strategic regional planning prcesses
For a detailed explanation of the methodology please refer to the summary and expert panel reports relevant to the ACA
utilised in this assessment. These reports can be accessed at Wetland Info:
http://wetlandinfo.des.qld.gov.au/wetlands/assessment/assessment-methods/aca
The GIS results can be downloaded from the Queensland Spatial Catalogue at:
http://qspatial.information.qld.gov.au/geoportal/
Explanation of Criteria
Under the AquaBAMM, eight criteria are assessed to derive an overall conservation value. Similar to the Biodiversity
Assessment and Mapping Methodology, the criteria may be primarily diagnostic (quantitative) or primarily expert opinion
(qualitative) in nature. The following sections provide a brief description of each of the 8 criteria.
Criteria 1. Naturalness - Aquatic: This attribute reflects the extent to which a wetland's (riverine, non-riverine, estuarine)
aquatic state of naturalness is affected through relevant influencing indicators which include: presence of exotic flora and
fauna; presence of aquatic communities; degree of habitat modification and degree of hydrological modification.
Criteria 2. Naturalness - Catchment: The naturalness of the terrestrial systems of a catchment can have an influence on
many wetland characteristics including: natural ecological processes e.g. nutrient cycling, riparian vegetation, water
chemistry, and flow. The indicators utilised to assess this criterion include: presence of exotic flora and/or fauna; riparian,
catchment and flow modification.
Criteria 3. Naturalness - Diversity and Richness: This criterion is common to many ecological assessment methods and
can include both physical and biological features. It includes such indicators as species richness, riparian ecosystem richness
and geomorphological diversity.
Criteria 4. Threatened Species and Ecosystems: This criterion evaluates ecological rarity characteristics of a wetland. This
includes both species rarity and rarity of communities / assemblages. The communities and assemblages are best
represented by regional ecosystems. Species rarity is determined by NCA and EPBC status with Endangered, Vulnerable or
Near-threatened species being included in the evaluation. Ecosystem rarity is determined by regional ecosystem biodiversity
status i.e. Endangered, Of Concern, or Not of Concern.
Criteria 5. Priority Species and Ecosystems: Priority flora and fauna species lists are expert panel derived. These are
aquatic, semi-aquatic and riparian species which exhibit at least 1 particular trait in order to be eligible for consideration. For
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flora species the traits included:
• It forms significant macrophyte beds (in shallow or deep water).
• It is an important food source.
• It is important/critical habitat.
• It is implicated in spawning or reproduction for other fauna and/or flora species.
• It is at its distributional limit or is a disjunct population.
• It provides stream bank or bed stabilisation or has soil binding properties.
• It is a small population and subject to threatening processes.
Fauna species are included if they meet at least one of the following traits:
• It is endemic to the study area (>75 per cent of its distribution is in the study area/catchment).
• It has experienced, or is suspected of experiencing, a serious population decline.
• It has experienced a significant reduction in its distribution and has a naturally restricted distribution in the study
area/catchment.
• It is currently a small population and threatened by loss of habitat.
• It is a significant disjunct population.
• It is a migratory species (other than birds).
• A significant proportion of the breeding population (>one per cent for waterbirds, >75 per cent other species) occurs
in the waterbody (see Ramsar criterion 6 for waterbirds).
• Limit of species range.
See the individual expert panel reports for the priority species traits specific to an ACA.
Criteria 6. Special Features: Special features are areas identified by flora, fauna and ecology expert panels which exhibit
characteristics beyond those identified in other criteria and which the expert panels consider to be of the highest ecological
importance. Special feature traits can relate to, but are not solely restricted to geomorphic features, unique ecological
processes, presence of unique or distinct habitat, presence of unique or special hydrological regimes e.g. spring-fed streams.
Special features are rated on a 1 - 4 scale (4 being the highest).
Criteria 7. Connectivity: This criterion is based on the concept that appropriately connected aquatic ecosystems are healthy
and resilient, with maximum potential biodiversity and delivery of ecosystem services.
Criteria 8. Representativeness: This criterion applies primarily to non-riverine assessments, evaluates the rarity and
uniqueness of a wetland type in relation to specific geographic areas. Rarity is determined by the degree of wetland
protection within "protected Areas" estate or within an area subject to the Fisheries Act 1994, Coastal Protection and
Management Act 1995, or Marine Parks Act 2004. Wetland uniqueness evaluates the relative abundance and size of a
wetland or wetland management group within geographic areas such as catchment and subcatchment.
Riverine Wetlands
Riverine wetlands are all wetlands and deepwater habitats within a channel. The channels are naturally or artificially created,
periodically or continuously contain moving water, or connecting two bodies of standing water. AquaBAMM, when applied to
riverine wetlands uses a discrete spatial unit termed subsections. A subsection can be considered as an area which
encompasses discrete homogeneous stream sections in terms of their natural attributes (i.e. physical, chemical, biological
and utilitarian values) and natural resources. Thus in an ACA, an aquatic conservation significance score is calculated for
each subsection and applies to all streams within a subsection, rather than individual streams as such.
Please note, the area figures provided in Tables 16 and 17, are derived using the extent of riverine subsections within the
AOI. Refer to Map 5 for further information. A summary of the conservation significance of riverine wetlands within the AOI is
provided in the following table.
Table 16: Overall level/s of riverine aquatic conservation significance
Aquatic conservation significance (riverine wetlands) Area (Ha) % of AOI
Very High 0.0 0.0
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Aquatic conservation significance (riverine wetlands) Area (Ha) % of AOI
High 1.12 100.0
Medium 0.0 0.0
Low 0.0 0.0
Very Low 0.0 0.0
The individual aquatic conservation criteria ratings for riverine wetlands within the AOI are listed below.
Table 17: Level/s of riverine aquatic conservation significance based on selected criteria
Criteria Very High Rating Very High High Rating - High Rating Medium Rating Medium Rating Low Rating - Low Rating -
- Area (Ha) Rating - % of Area (Ha) - % of AOI - Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI
AOI
1. Naturalness 1.12 100.0
aquatic
2. Naturalness 1.12 100.0
catchment
3. Diversity and 1.12 100.0
richness
4. Threatened 1.12 100.0
species and
ecosystems
5. Priority 1.12 100.0
species and
ecosystems
6. Special
features
7. Connectivity 1.12 100.0
8.
Representative-
ness
The table below lists and describes the relevant expert panel decisions used to assign conservation significance values to
riverine wetlands within the AOI.
Table 18: Expert panel decisions for assigning overall levels of riverine aquatic conservation significance
Decision number Special feature Catchment Criteria/Indicator/Measure Conservation rating (1-4)
(No Records)
4 is the highest rating/value
Expert panel decision descriptions:
(No Records)
Non-riverine Wetlands
Non-riverine wetlands include both lacustrine and palustrine wetlands, however, do not currently incorporate estuarine,
marine or subterranean wetland types. A summary of the conservation significance of non-riverine wetlands within the AOI is
provided in the following table. Refer to Map 6 for further information.
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Table 19: Overall level/s of non-riverine aquatic conservation significance
Aquatic conservation significance (non-riverine wetlands) Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No Records)
The following table provides an assessment of non-riverine wetlands within the AOI and associated aquatic conservation
criteria values.
Table 20: Level/s of non-riverine aquatic conservation significance based on selected criteria
Criteria Very High Rating Very High Rating High Rating - High Rating - Medium Rating - Medium Rating Low Rating - Low Rating -
- Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI Area (Ha) - % of AOI Area (Ha) % of AOI
(No
Records)
The table below lists and describes the relevant expert panel decisions used to assign conservation significance values to
non-riverine wetlands within the AOI.
Table 21: Expert panel decisions for assigning overall levels of non-riverine aquatic conservation significance.
Decision number Special feature Catchment Criteria/Indicator/Measure Conservation rating (1-4)
(No Records)
4 is the highest rating/value
Expert panel decision descriptions:
(No Records)
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Threatened and Priority Species
Introduction
This chapter contains a list of threatened and priority flora and/or fauna species that have been recorded on, or within 4km of
the Assessment Area.
The information presented in this chapter with respect to species presence is derived from compiled databases developed
primarily for the purpose of BPAs and ACAs. Data is collated from a number of sources and is updated periodically.
It is important to note that the list of species provided in this report, may differ when compared to other reports generated
from other sources such as the State government's WildNet, Herbrecs or the federal government's EPBC database for a
number of reasons.
Records for threatened and priority species are filtered and checked based on a number of rules including:
• Taxonomic nomenclature - current scientific names and status,
• Location - cross-check co-ordinates with location description,
• Taxon by location - requires good knowledge of the taxon and history of the record,
• Duplicate records - identify and remove,
• Expert panels - check records and provide new records,
• Flora cultivated records excluded,
• Use precise records less than or equal to 2000m,
• Use recent records greater than or equal to 1975 animals, greater than or equal to 1950 plants.
Threatened Species
Threatened species are those species classified as "Endangered" or "Vulnerable" under the Environment Protection and
Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 or "Endangered", "Vulnerable" or "Near threatened" under the Nature Conservation Act
1992.
The following threatened species have been recorded on, or within approximately 4km of the AOI.
Table 22: Threatened species recorded on, or within 4km of the AOI
Species Common name NCA status EPBC status Back on Track Migratory Wetland Identified
rank species* species** flora/fauna
Adelotus brevis tusked frog V Medium I FA
Baloghia jointed baloghia V V Medium FL
marmorata
Cyclopsitta Coxen's fig-parrot E E Critical FA
diophthalma coxeni
Eucalyptus dunnii Dunn's white gum V Low FL
Floydia praealta ball nut V V Medium FL
Fontainea rostrata V V Low FL
Gossia inophloia CE Low FL
Litoria pearsoniana cascade treefrog V Low I FA
Macadamia bopple nut V V Low FL
ternifolia
Mixophyes iteratus giant barred frog V E Medium FA
Nothoalsomitra NT Low FL
suberosa
Phascolarctos koala E E Low FA
cinereus
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Species Common name NCA status EPBC status Back on Track Migratory Wetland Identified
rank species* species** flora/fauna
Rhodamnia rib-fruited E FL
dumicola malletwood
Rhodamnia scrub turpentine CE CE FL
rubescens
Rhodomyrtus native guava CE CE FL
psidioides
Romnalda V V Medium FL
strobilacea
Symplocos hairy hazelwood NT Low FL
harroldii
Xanthostemon southern penda V V Low FL
oppositifolius
NB. Please note that the threatened species listed in this section are based upon the most recently compiled DES internal
state-wide threatened species dataset. This dataset may contain additional records that were not originally available for
inclusion in the relevant individual BPAs and ACAs.
*JAMBA - Japan-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement; CAMBA - China-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement; ROKAMBA -
Republic of Korea-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement; CMS - Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species.
**I - wetland indicator species; D - wetland dependent species.
BPA Priority Species
A list of BPA priority species that have been recorded on, or within approximately 4km of the AOI is contained in the following
table.
Table 23: Priority species recorded on, or within 4km of the AOI
Species Common name Back on Track rank Identified flora/fauna
Acacia bakeri marblewood M FL
Agathis robusta kauri pine None FL
Callicarpa pedunculata velvet leaf L FL
Decaspermum humile silky myrtle None FL
Endiandra lowiana None L FL
Eupomatia bennettii small bolwarra None FL
Gossia acmenoides None None FL
Gossia hillii None None FL
Lampropholis couperi None L FA
Litoria brevipalmata Green-thighed Frog M FA
Litoria dentata Bleating Treefrog L FA
Ornithorhynchus anatinus Platypus L FA
Rhadinocentrus ornatus Ornate Rainbowfish H FA
Rhodamnia acuminata cooloola ironwood None FL
Rhodamnia rubescens None None FL
Rhodomyrtus psidioides native guava None FL
Syzygium oleosum blue cherry None FL
Toechima dasyrrhache blunt-leaved steelwood None FL
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Biodiversity and Conservation Values 23/05/2022 11:17:49 NB. Please note that the list of priority species is based on those species identified in the BPAs, however records for these species may be more recent than the originals used. furthermore, the BPA priority species databases are updated from time to time. At each update, the taxonomic details for all species are amended as necessary to reflect current taxonomic name and/or status changes. ACA Priority Species A list of ACA priority species used in riverine and non-riverine ACAs that have been recorded on, or within approximately 4km of the AOI are contained in the following tables. Table 24: Priority species recorded on, or within 4 km of the AOI - riverine Species Common name Back on Track rank Identified flora/fauna Ardea alba modesta Eastern Great Egret Low FA Bubulcus ibis Cattle Egret Low FA Castanospermum australe black bean None FL Cyclopsitta diophthalma Coxen's Fig-Parrot Critical FA coxeni Ficus coronata creek sandpaper fig None FL Ficus virens None None FL Gallinago hardwickii Latham's Snipe Low FA Ornithorhynchus anatinus Platypus Low FA Rhadinocentrus ornatus Ornate Rainbowfish High FA Table 25: Priority species recorded on, or within 4 km of the AOI - non-riverine Species Common name Back on Track rank Identified flora/fauna Ardea alba modesta Eastern Great Egret Low FA Bubulcus ibis Cattle Egret Low FA Cyclopsitta diophthalma Coxen's Fig-Parrot Critical FA coxeni Gallinago hardwickii Latham's Snipe Low FA Ornithorhynchus anatinus Platypus Low FA Rhadinocentrus ornatus Ornate Rainbowfish High FA NB. Please note that the priority species records used in the above two tables are comprised of those adopted for the released individual ACAs. The ACA riverine and non-riverine priority species databases are updated from time to time to reflect new release of ACAs. At each update, the taxonomic details for all ACAs records are amended as necessary to reflect current taxonomic name and/or status changes. Page 17
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Biodiversity and Conservation Values 23/05/2022 11:17:49 References Clayton, P.D., Fielder, D.F., Howell, S. and Hill, C.J. (2006) Aquatic biodiversity assessment and mapping method (AquaBAMM): a conservation values assessment tool for wetlands with trial application in the Burnett River catchment. Published by the Environmental Protection Agency, Brisbane. ISBN 1-90928-07-3. Available at http://wetlandinfo.des.qld.gov.au/wetlands/assessment/assessment-methods/aca/ Environmental Protection Agency (2002) Biodiversity Assessment and Mapping Methodology. Version 2.1, July 2002. (Environmental Protection Agency, Brisbane). Morton, S. R., Short, J. and Barker, R. D. with an Appendix by G.F. Griffin and G. Pearce (1995). Refugia for Biological Diversity in Arid and Semi-arid Australia. Biodiversity Series , Paper No. 4, Biodiversity Unit, Environment Australia. Sattler, P.S. and Williams, R.D. (eds) (1999). The Conservation Status of Queensland's Bioregional Ecosystems. Environmental Protection Agency, Brisbane. Page 24
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Appendices
Appendix 1 - Source Data
Theme Datasets
Aquatic Conservation Assessments Non-riverine* Combination of the following datasets:
Cape York Peninsula Non-riverine v1.1
Eastern Gulf of Carpentaria v1.1
Great Barrier Reef Catchment Non-riverine v1.3
Lake Eyre and Bulloo Basins v1.1
QMDB Non-riverine ACA v1.4
Southeast Queensland ACA v1.1
WBB Non-riverine ACA v1.1
Southern Gulf Catchments Non-riverine ACA v1.1
Aquatic Conservation Assessments Riverine* Combination of the following datasets:
Cape York Peninsula Riverine v1.1
Eastern Gulf of Carpentaria v1.1
Great Barrier Reef Catchment Riverine v1.1
Lake Eyre and Bulloo Basins v1.1
QMDB Riverine ACA v1.4
Southeast Queensland ACA v1.1
WBB Riverine ACA v1.1
Southern Gulf Catchments Riverine ACA v1.1
Biodiversity Planning Assessments* Combination of the following datasets:
Brigalow Belt BPA v2.1
Cape York Peninsula BPA v1.1
Central Queensland Coast BPA v1.3
Channel Country BPA v1.1
Desert Uplands BPA v1.3
Einasleigh Uplands BPA v1.1
Gulf Plains BPA v1.1
Mitchell Grass Downs BPA v1.1
Mulga Lands BPA v1.4
New England Tableland v2.3
Northwest Highlands v1.1
Southeast Queensland v4.1
Wet Tropics v1.1
Statewide BPA Corridors* Statewide corridors v1.6
Threatened Species An internal DES database compiled from Wildnet,
Herbrecs, Corveg, the QLD Museum, as well as other
incidental sources.
BPA Priority Species An internal DES database compiled from Wildnet,
Herbrecs, Corveg, the QLD Museum, as well as other
incidental sources.
ACA Priority Species An internal DES database compiled from Wildnet,
Herbrecs, Corveg, the QLD Museum, as well as other
incidental sources.
*These datasets are available at:
http://dds.information.qld.gov.au/DDS
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Appendix 2 - Acronyms and Abbreviations
AOI - Area of Interest
ACA - Aquatic Conservation Assessment
AQUABAMM - Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment and Mapping Methodology
BAMM - Biodiversity Assessment and Mapping Methodology
BoT - Back on Track
BPA - Biodiversity Planning Assessment
CAMBA - China-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement
DES - Department of Environment and Science
EPBC - Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act
1999
EVNT - Endangered, Vulnerable, Near Threatened
GDA94 - Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994
GIS - Geographic Information System
JAMBA - Japan-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement
NCA - Nature Conservation Act 1992
RE - Regional Ecosystem
REDD - Regional Ecosystem Description Database
ROKAMBA - Republic of Korea-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement
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Department of Environment and Science
Environmental Reports
Matters of State Environmental Significance
For the selected area of interest
Lot: 3 Plan: SP170088
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Environmental Reports - General Information
The Environmental Reports portal provides for the assessment of selected matters of interest relevant to a user specified
location, or area of interest (AOI). All area and derivative figures are relevant to the extent of matters of interest contained
within the AOI unless otherwise stated. Please note, if a user selects an AOI via the "central coordinates" option, the resulting
assessment area encompasses an area extending for a 2km radius from the point of interest.
All area and area derived figures included in this report have been calculated via reprojecting relevant spatial features to
Albers equal-area conic projection (central meridian = 146, datum Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994). As a result, area
figures may differ slightly if calculated for the same features using a different co-ordinate system.
Figures in tables may be affected by rounding.
The matters of interest reported on in this document are based upon available state mapped datasets. Where the report
indicates that a matter of interest is not present within the AOI (e.g. where area related calculations are equal to zero, or no
values are listed), this may be due either to the fact that state mapping has not been undertaken for the AOI, that state
mapping is incomplete for the AOI, or that no values have been identified within the site.
The information presented in this report should be considered as a guide only and field survey may be required to validate
values on the ground.
Please direct queries about these reports to: [email protected]
Disclaimer
Whilst every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in this report, the Queensland Government
makes no representations or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness, or suitability, for any particular purpose
and disclaims all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses,
damages (including indirect or consequential damage) and costs which the user may incur as a consequence of the
information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way and for any reason.
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Table of Contents
Assessment Area Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Matters of State Environmental Significance (MSES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
MSES Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
MSES Values Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Additional Information with Respect to MSES Values Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MSES - State Conservation Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MSES - Wetlands and Waterways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MSES - Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MSES - Regulated Vegetation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Map 1 - MSES - State Conservation Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Map 2 - MSES - Wetlands and Waterways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Map 3a - MSES - Species - Threatened (endangered or vulnerable) wildlife and special least concern animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Map 3b - MSES - Species - Koala habitat area (SEQ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Map 4 - MSES - Regulated Vegetation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Map 5 - MSES - Offset Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Appendix 1 - Matters of State Environmental Significance (MSES) methodology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Appendix 2 - Source Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Appendix 3 - Acronyms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Assessment Area Details
The following table provides an overview of the area of interest (AOI) with respect to selected topographic and environmental
values.
Table 1: Summary table, details for AOI Lot: 3 Plan: SP170088
Size (ha) 1.12
Local Government(s) Noosa Shire
Bioregion(s) Southeast
Queensland
Subregion(s) Gympie Block
Catchment(s) Mary
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Matters of State Environmental Significance (MSES)
MSES Categories
Queensland's State Planning Policy (SPP) includes a biodiversity State interest that states:
'The sustainable, long-term conservation of biodiversity is supported. Significant impacts on matters of national or state
environmental significance are avoided, or where this cannot be reasonably achieved; impacts are minimised and residual
impacts offset.'
The MSES mapping product is a guide to assist planning and development assessment decision-making. Its primary purpose
is to support implementation of the SPP biodiversity policy. While it supports the SPP, the mapping does not replace the
regulatory mapping or environmental values specifically called up under other laws or regulations. Similarly, the SPP
biodiversity policy does not override or replace specific requirements of other Acts or regulations.
The SPP defines matters of state environmental significance as:
- Protected areas (including all classes of protected area except coordinated conservation areas) under the Nature
Conservation Act 1992 ;
- Marine parks and land within a 'marine national park', 'conservation park', 'scientific research', 'preservation' or 'buffer' zone
under the Marine Parks Act 2004 ;
- Areas within declared fish habitat areas that are management A areas or management B areas under the Fisheries
Regulation 2008;
- Threatened wildlife under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 and special least concern animals under the Nature
Conservation (Wildlife) Regulation 2006;
- Regulated vegetation under the Vegetation Management Act 1999 that is:
• Category B areas on the regulated vegetation management map, that are 'endangered' or 'of concern' regional
ecosystems;
• Category C areas on the regulated vegetation management map that are 'endangered' or 'of concern' regional
ecosystems;
• Category R areas on the regulated vegetation management map;
• Regional ecosystems that intersect with watercourses identified on the vegetation management watercourse and
drainage feature map;
• Regional ecosystems that intersect with wetlands identified on the vegetation management wetlands map;
- Strategic Environmental Areas under the Regional Planning Interests Act 2014 ;
- Wetlands in a wetland protection area of wetlands of high ecological significance shown on the Map of Queensland Wetland
Environmental Values under the Environment Protection Regulation 2019;
- Wetlands and watercourses in high ecological value waters defined in the Environmental Protection (Water) Policy 2009,
schedule 2;
- Legally secured offset areas.
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Matters of State Environmental Significance 23/05/2022 11:16:48 MSES Values Present The MSES values that are present in the area of interest are summarised in the table below: Table 2: Summary of MSES present within the AOI 1a Protected Areas- estates 0.0 ha 0.0 % 1b Protected Areas- nature refuges 0.0 ha 0.0 % 1c Protected Areas- special wildlife reserves 0.0 ha 0.0 % 2 State Marine Parks- highly protected zones 0.0 ha 0.0 % 3 Fish habitat areas (A and B areas) 0.0 ha 0.0 % 4 Strategic Environmental Areas (SEA) 0.0 ha 0.0 % 5 High Ecological Significance wetlands on the map of Referable 0.0 ha 0.0 % Wetlands 6a High Ecological Value (HEV) wetlands 0.0 ha 0.0 % 6b High Ecological Value (HEV) waterways ** 0.0 km Not applicable 7a Threatened (endangered or vulnerable) wildlife 0.0 ha 0.0 % 7b Special least concern animals 0.0 ha 0.0 % 7c i Koala habitat area - core (SEQ) 0.0 ha 0.0 % 7c ii Koala habitat area - locally refined (SEQ) 0.0 ha 0.0 % 8a Regulated Vegetation - Endangered/Of concern in Category B 0.0 ha 0.0 % (remnant) 8b Regulated Vegetation - Endangered/Of concern in Category C 0.0 ha 0.0 % (regrowth) 8c Regulated Vegetation - Category R (GBR riverine regrowth) 1.06 ha 94.6% 8d Regulated Vegetation - Essential habitat 0.0 ha 0.0 % 8e Regulated Vegetation - intersecting a watercourse ** 0.3 km Not applicable 8f Regulated Vegetation - within 100m of a Vegetation Management 0.0 ha 0.0 % Wetland 9a Legally secured offset areas- offset register areas 0.0 ha 0.0 % 9b Legally secured offset areas- vegetation offsets through a 0.0 ha 0.0 % Property Map of Assessable Vegetation Page 6
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Matters of State Environmental Significance 23/05/2022 11:16:48 Additional Information with Respect to MSES Values Present MSES - State Conservation Areas 1a. Protected Areas - estates (no results) 1b. Protected Areas - nature refuges (no results) 1c. Protected Areas - special wildlife reserves (no results) 2. State Marine Parks - highly protected zones (no results) 3. Fish habitat areas (A and B areas) (no results) Refer to Map 1 - MSES - State Conservation Areas for an overview of the relevant MSES. MSES - Wetlands and Waterways 4. Strategic Environmental Areas (SEA) (no results) 5. High Ecological Significance wetlands on the Map of Queensland Wetland Environmental Values (no results) 6a. Wetlands in High Ecological Value (HEV) waters (no results) 6b. Waterways in High Ecological Value (HEV) waters (no results) Refer to Map 2 - MSES - Wetlands and Waterways for an overview of the relevant MSES. MSES - Species 7a. Threatened (endangered or vulnerable) wildlife Not applicable Page 7
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Matters of State Environmental Significance 23/05/2022 11:16:48 7b. Special least concern animals Not applicable 7c i. Koala habitat area - core (SEQ) Not applicable 7c ii. Koala habitat area - locally refined (SEQ) Not applicable Threatened (endangered or vulnerable) wildlife habitat suitability models Species Common name NCA status Presence Boronia keysii V None Calyptorhynchus lathami Glossy black cockatoo V None Casuarius casuarius johnsonii Sthn population cassowary E None Crinia tinnula Wallum froglet V None Denisonia maculata Ornamental snake V None Litoria freycineti Wallum rocketfrog V None Litoria olongburensis Wallum sedgefrog V None Melaleuca irbyana E None Petaurus gracilis Mahogany Glider E None Petrogale persephone Proserpine rock-wallaby E None Phascolarctos cinereus Koala - outside SEQ* V None Pezoporus wallicus wallicus Eastern ground parrot V None Taudactylus pleione Kroombit tinkerfrog E None Xeromys myoides Water Mouse V None *For koala model, this includes areas outside SEQ. Check 7c SEQ koala habitat for presence/absence. Threatened (endangered or vulnerable) wildlife species records (no results) Special least concern animal species records (no results) *Nature Conservation Act 1992 (NCA) Status- Endangered (E), Vulnerable (V) or Special Least Concern Animal (SL). Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC) status: Critically Endangered (CE) Endangered (E), Vulnerable (V) Migratory status (M) - China and Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (C), Japan and Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (J), Republic of Korea and Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (R), Bonn Migratory Convention (B), Eastern Flyway (E) To request a species list for an area, or search for a species profile, access Wildlife Online at: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/species-list/ Refer to Map 3a - MSES - Species - Threatened (endangered or vulnerable) wildlife and special least concern animals and Map 3b - MSES - Species - Koala habitat area (SEQ) for an overview of the relevant MSES. Page 8
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Matters of State Environmental Significance 23/05/2022 11:16:48 MSES - Regulated Vegetation For further information relating to regional ecosystems in general, go to: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/ecosystems/ For a more detailed description of a particular regional ecosystem, access the regional ecosystem search page at: https://environment.ehp.qld.gov.au/regional-ecosystems/ 8a. Regulated Vegetation - Endangered/Of concern in Category B (remnant) Not applicable 8b. Regulated Vegetation - Endangered/Of concern in Category C (regrowth) Not applicable 8c. Regulated Vegetation - Category R (GBR riverine regrowth) Regulated vegetation map category Map number R 9445 8d. Regulated Vegetation - Essential habitat Not applicable 8e. Regulated Vegetation - intersecting a watercourse** A vegetation management watercourse is mapped as present 8f. Regulated Vegetation - within 100m of a Vegetation Management wetland Not applicable Refer to Map 4 - MSES - Regulated Vegetation for an overview of the relevant MSES. MSES - Offsets 9a. Legally secured offset areas - offset register areas (no results) 9b. Legally secured offset areas - vegetation offsets through a Property Map of Assessable Vegetation (no results) Refer to Map 5 - MSES - Offset Areas for an overview of the relevant MSES. Page 9
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Matters of State Environmental Significance 23/05/2022 11:16:48 Appendices Appendix 1 - Matters of State Environmental Significance (MSES) methodology MSES mapping is a regional-scale representation of the definition for MSES under the State Planning Policy (SPP). The compiled MSES mapping product is a guide to assist planning and development assessment decision-making. Its primary purpose is to support implementation of the SPP biodiversity policy. While it supports the SPP, the mapping does not replace the regulatory mapping or environmental values specifically called up under other laws or regulations. Similarly, the SPP biodiversity policy does not override or replace specific requirements of other Acts or regulations. The Queensland Government's "Method for mapping - matters of state environmental significance for use in land use planning and development assessment" can be downloaded from: http://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/land/natural-resource/method-mapping-mses.html . Page 16
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Appendix 2 - Source Data
The datasets listed below are available on request from:
http://qldspatial.information.qld.gov.au/catalogue/custom/index.page
• Matters of State environmental significance
Note: MSES mapping is not based on new or unique data. The primary mapping product draws data from a number of
underlying environment databases and geo-referenced information sources. MSES mapping is a versioned product that is
updated generally on a twice-yearly basis to incorporate the changes to underlying data sources. Several components of
MSES mapping made for the current version may differ from the current underlying data sources. To ensure accuracy, or
proper representation of MSES values, it is strongly recommended that users refer to the underlying data sources and review
the current definition of MSES in the State Planning Policy, before applying the MSES mapping.
Individual MSES layers can be attributed to the following source data available at QSpatial:
MSES layers current QSpatial data
(http://qspatial.information.qld.gov.au)
Protected Areas-Estates, Nature Refuges, Special Wildlife - Protected areas of Queensland
Reserves - Nature Refuges - Queensland
- Special Wildlife Reserves- Queensland
Marine Park-Highly Protected Zones Moreton Bay marine park zoning 2008
Fish Habitat Areas Queensland fish habitat areas
Strategic Environmental Areas-designated Regional Planning Interests Act - Strategic Environmental
Areas
HES wetlands Map of Queensland Wetland Environmental Values
Wetlands in HEV waters HEV waters:
- EPP Water intent for waters
Source Wetlands:
- Queensland Wetland Mapping (Current version 5)
Source Watercourses:
- Vegetation management watercourse and drainage
feature map (1:100000 and 1:250000)
Wildlife habitat (threatened and special least concern) -WildNet database species records
- habitat suitability models (various)
- SEQ koala habitat areas under the Koala Conservation
Plan 2019
VMA regulated regional ecosystems Vegetation management regional ecosystem and remnant
map
VMA Essential Habitat Vegetation management - essential habitat map
VMA Wetlands Vegetation management wetlands map
Legally secured offsets Vegetation Management Act property maps of assessable
vegetation.
For offset register data-contact DES
Regulated Vegetation Map Vegetation management - regulated vegetation
management map
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Matters of State Environmental Significance 23/05/2022 11:16:48 Appendix 3 - Acronyms and Abbreviations AOI - Area of Interest DES - Department of Environment and Science EP Act - Environmental Protection Act 1994 EPP - Environmental Protection Policy GDA94 - Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994 GEM - General Environmental Matters GIS - Geographic Information System MSES - Matters of State Environmental Significance NCA - Nature Conservation Act 1992 RE - Regional Ecosystem SPP - State Planning Policy VMA - Vegetation Management Act 1999 Page 18
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Department of Environment and Science
Environmental Reports
Regional Ecosystems
Biodiversity Status
For the selected area of interest
Lot: 3 Plan: SP170088
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Environmental Reports - General Information
The Environmental Reports portal provides for the assessment of selected matters of interest relevant to a user specified
location, or area of interest (AOI). All area and derivative figures are relevant to the extent of matters of interest contained
within the AOI unless otherwise stated. Please note, if a user selects an AOI via the "central coordinates" option, the resulting
assessment area encompasses an area extending for a 2km radius from the input coordinates.
All area and area derived figures included in this report have been calculated via reprojecting relevant spatial features to
Albers equal-area conic projection (central meridian = 146, datum Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994). As a result, area
figures may differ slightly if calculated for the same features using a different co-ordinate system.
Figures in tables may be affected by rounding.
The matters of interest reported on in this document are based upon available state mapped datasets. Where the report
indicates that a matter of interest is not present within the AOI (e.g. where area related calculations are equal to zero, or no
values are listed), this may be due either to the fact that state mapping has not been undertaken for the AOI, that state
mapping is incomplete for the AOI, or that no matters of interest have been identified within the site.
The information presented in this report should be considered as a guide only and field survey may be required to validate
values on the ground.
Important Note to User
Information presented in this report is based upon the Queensland Herbarium's Regional Ecosystem framework. The
Biodiversity Status has been used to depict the extent of "Endangered", "Of Concern" and "No Concern at Present" regional
ecosystems in all cases, rather than the classes used for the purposes of the Vegetation Management Act 1999 (VMA).
Mapping and figures presented in this document reflect the Queensland Herbarium's Remnant and Pre-clearing Regional
Ecosystem Datasets, and not the certified mapping used for the purpose of the VMA.
For matters relevant to vegetation management under the VMA, please refer to the Department of Resources website
https://www.dnrme.qld.gov.au/
Please direct queries about these reports to: [email protected]
Disclaimer
Whilst every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in this report, the Queensland Government
makes no representations or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness, or suitability, for any particular purpose
and disclaims all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses,
damages (including indirect or consequential damage) and costs which the user may incur as a consequence of the
information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way and for any reason.
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Summary Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Regional Ecosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. Remnant Regional Ecosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3. Remnant Regional Ecosystems by Broad Vegetation Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
4. Technical and BioCondition Benchmark Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Map 1 - Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Map 2 - Remnant 2019 regional ecosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Map 3 - Pre-clearing regional ecosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Map 4 - Remnant 2019 regional ecosystems by BVG (5M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Map 5 - Pre-clearing regional ecosystems by BVG (5M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Map 6 - Wetlands and waterways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Links and Other Information Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Appendix 1 - Source Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Appendix 2 - Acronyms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Map 5 - Pre-clearing regional ecosystems by BVG (5M) .... 2... 2. 12
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Summary Information
The following table provides an overview of the AOI with respect to selected topographic and environmental themes. Refer to
Map 1 for locality information.
Table 1: Area of interest details: Lot: 3 Plan: SP170088
Size (ha) 1.12
Local Noosa Shire
Government(s)
Bioregion(s) Southeast
Queensland
Subregion(s) Gympie Block
Catchment(s) Mary
The table below summarizes the extent of remnant vegetation classed as "Endangered", "Of concern" and "No concern at
present" regional ecosystems classified by Biodiversity Status within the area of interest (AOI).
Table 2: Summary table, biodiversity status of regional ecosystems within the AOI
Biodiversity Status Area (Ha) % of AOI
Endangered 0.0 0.0
Of concern 0.0 0.0
No concern at present 0.0 0.0
Total remnant vegetation 0.0 0.0
Refer to Map 2 for further information.
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Regional Ecosystems
1. Introduction
Regional ecosystems are vegetation communities in a bioregion that are consistently associated with particular combinations
of geology, landform and soil (Sattler and Williams 1999). Descriptions of Queensland's Regional ecosystems are available
online from the Regional Ecosystem Description Database (REDD). Descriptions are compiled from a broad range of
information sources including vegetation, land system and geology survey and mapping and detailed vegetation site data.
The regional ecosystem classification and descriptions are reviewed as new information becomes available. A number of
vegetation communities may form a single regional ecosystem and are usually distinguished by differences in dominant
species, frequently in the shrub or ground layers and are denoted by a letter following the regional ecosystem code (e.g. a, b,
c). Vegetation communities and regional ecosystems are amalgamated into a higher level classification of broad vegetation
groups (BVGs).
A published methodology for survey and mapping of regional ecosystems across Queensland (Neldner et al 2020) provides
further details on regional ecosystem concepts and terminology.
This report provides information on the type, status, and extent of vegetation communities, regional ecosystems and broad
vegetation groups present within a user specified area of interest. Please note, for the purpose of this report, the Biodiversity
Status is used. This report has not been developed for application of the Vegetation Management Act 1999 (VMA).
Additionally, information generated in this report has been derived from the Queensland Herbarium's Regional Ecosystem
Mapping, and not the regulated mapping certified for the purposes of the VMA. If your interest/matter relates to regional
ecosystems and the VMA, users should refer to the Department of Resources website.
https://www.dnrme.qld.gov.au/
With respect to the Queensland Biodiversity Status,
"Endangered" regional ecosystems are described as those where:
• remnant vegetation is less than 10 per cent of its pre-clearing extent across the bioregion; or 10-30% of its
pre-clearing extent remains and the remnant vegetation is less than 10,000 hectares, or
• less than 10 per cent of its pre-clearing extent remains unaffected by severe degradation and/or biodiversity loss*, or
• 10-30 per cent of its pre-clearing extent remains unaffected by severe degradation and/or biodiversity loss and the
remnant vegetation is less than 10,000 hectares; or
• it is a rare** regional ecosystem subject to a threatening process.***
"Of concern" regional ecosystems are described as those where:
• the degradation criteria listed above for 'Endangered' regional ecosystems are not met and,
• remnant vegetation is 10-30 per cent of its pre-clearing extent across the bioregion; or more than 20 per cent of its
pre-clearing extent remains and the remnant extent is less than 10,000 hectares, or
• 10-30 percent of its pre-clearing extent remains unaffected by moderate degradation and/or biodiversity loss.****
and "No concern at present" regional ecosystems are described as those where:
• remnant vegetation is over 30 per cent of its pre-clearing extent across the bioregion, and the remnant area is greater
than 10,000 hectares, and
• the degradation criteria listed above for 'Endangered' or 'Of concern' regional ecosystems are not met.
*Severe degradation and/or biodiversity loss is defined as: floristic and/or faunal diversity is greatly reduced but unlikely to
recover within the next 50 years even with the removal of threatening processes; or soil surface is severely degraded, for
example, by loss of A horizon, surface expression of salinity; surface compaction, loss of organic matter or sheet erosion.
**Rare regional ecosystem: pre-clearing extent (1000 ha); or patch size (100 ha and of limited total extent across its range).
***Threatening processes are those that are reducing or will reduce the biodiversity and ecological integrity of a regional
ecosystem. For example, clearing, weed invasion, fragmentation, inappropriate fire regime or grazing pressure, or
infrastructure development.
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 ****Moderate degradation and/or biodiversity loss is defined as: floristic and/or faunal diversity is greatly reduced but unlikely to recover within the next 20 years even with the removal of threatening processes; or soil surface is moderately degraded. 2. Remnant Regional Ecosystems The following table identifies the remnant regional ecosystems and vegetation communities mapped within the AOI and provides their short descriptions, Biodiversity Status, and remnant extent within the selected AOI. Please note, where heterogeneous vegetated patches (mixed patches of remnant vegetation mapped as containing multiple regional ecosystems) occur within the AOI, they have been split and listed as individual regional ecosystems (or vegetation communities where present) for the purposes of the table below. In such instances, associated area figures have been generated based upon the estimated proportion of each regional ecosystem (or vegetation community) predicted to be present within the larger mixed patch. Table 3: Remnant regional ecosystems, description and status within the AOI Regional Ecosystem Short Description BD Status Area (Ha) % of AOI non-remnant None None 1.12 100.41 Refer to Map 2 for further information. Map 3 also provides a visual estimate of the distribution of regional ecosystems present before clearing. Table 4 provides further information in regards to the remnant regional ecosystems present within the AOI. Specifically, the extent of remnant vegetation remaining within the bioregion, the 1:1,000,000 broad vegetation group (BVG) classification, whether the regional ecosystem is identified as a wetland, and extent of representation in Queensland's Protected Area Estate. For a description of the vegetation communities within the AOI and classified according to the 1:1,000,000 BVG, refer to Table 6. Table 4: Remnant regional ecosystems within the AOI, additional information Regional Ecosystem Remnant Extent BVG (1 Million) Wetland Representation in protected estate non-remnant None None None None Representation in Protected Area Estate: High greater than 10% of pre-clearing extent is represented; Medium 4 - 10% is represented; Low less than 4% is represented, No representation. The distribution of mapped wetland systems within the area of interest is displayed in Map 6. The following table lists known special values associated with a regional ecosystem type. Table 5: Remnant regional ecosystems within the AOI, special values Regional Ecosystem Special Values non-remnant None 3. Remnant Regional Ecosystems by Broad Vegetation Group BVGs are a higher-level grouping of vegetation communities. Queensland encompasses a wide variety of landscapes across temperate, wet and dry tropics and semi-arid climatic zones. BVGs provide an overview of vegetation communities across the state or a bioregion and allow comparison with other states. There are three levels of BVGs which reflect the approximate scale at which they are designed to be used: the 1:5,000,000 (national), 1:2,000,000 (state) and 1:1,000,000 (regional) scales. A comprehensive description of BVGs is available at: https://publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/redd/resource/ The following table provides a description of the 1:1,000,000 BVGs present and their associated extent within the AOI. Page 6
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Table 6: Broad vegetation groups (1 million) within the AOI BVG (1 Million) Description Area (Ha) % of AOI None None 1.12 100.41 Refer to Map 4 for further information. Map 5 also provides a representation of the distribution of vegetation communities as per the 1:5,000,000 BVG believed to be present prior to European settlement. 4. Technical and BioCondition Benchmark Descriptions Technical descriptions provide a detailed description of the full range in structure and floristic composition of regional ecosystems (e.g. 11.3.1) and their component vegetation communities (e.g. 11.3.1a, 11.3.1b). See: http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/ecosystems/technical-descriptions/ The descriptions are compiled using site survey data from the Queensland Herbarium's CORVEG database. Distribution maps, representative images (if available) and the pre-clearing and remnant extent (hectares) of each vegetation community derived from the regional ecosystem mapping data are included. The technical descriptions should be used in conjunction with the fields from the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) for a full description of the regional ecosystem. Technical descriptions include data on canopy height, canopy cover and native plant species composition of the predominant layer, which are attributes relevant to assessment of the remnant status of vegetation under the Vegetation Management Act 1999. However, as technical descriptions reflect the full range in structure and floristic composition across the climatic, natural disturbance and geographic range of the regional ecosystem, local reference sites should be used for remnant assessment where possible (Neldner et al. 2020 (PDF)* section 3.3 of: https://publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/redd/resource/ The technical descriptions are subject to review and are updated as additional data becomes available. When conducting a BioCondition assessment, these technical descriptions should be used in conjunction with BioCondition benchmarks for the specific regional ecosystem, or component vegetation community. http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/biodiversity/benchmarks/ Benchmarks are based on a combination of quantitative and qualitative information and should be used as a guide only. Benchmarks are specific to one regional ecosystem vegetation community, however, the natural variability in structure and floristic composition under a range of climatic and natural disturbance regimes has been considered throughout the geographic extent of the regional ecosystem. Local reference sites should be used for this spatial and temporal (seasonal and annual) variability. Table 7: List of remnant regional ecosystems within the AOI for which technical and biocondition benchmark descriptions are available Regional ecosystems mapped as within the AOI Technical Descriptions Biocondition Benchmarks non-remnant Not currently available Not currently available Page 7
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Map 2 - Remnant 2019 regional ecosystems Page 9 [OCR of page images] Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Map 2 - Remnant 2019 regional ecosystems Remnant 2019 Regional Ecosystems Biodiversity Status Regional ecosystem mapping over the majority of Queensland is produced at a scale of 1;100,000. At this scale, the minimum remnant polygon area is 5 hectares or minimum remnant width of 75 metres, Regional ecosystem Eel Selected Lot and Plan linework reproduced at a scale greater than 1:100,000, except in designated areas, should be used as a guide only. [ERR Endangered - Dominant vegetation ‘The precision of polygon boundaries or positional accuracy of linework Is 100 metres. Endangered - Sub-dominant Regional ecosystems are defined as vegetation communities in a bioregion that are consistently associated with a particular combination of geology, landform and soll. LocauTvoucran | | OF Concem - Dominant The polygons are labelled by regional ecosystem (RE); ‘Where more than one RE occurs, the percentage of each is Of Concern - Sub-dominant labelled. The label consists of 3 components: bioregion, land zone, and vegetation community — the dominant canopy species. 0.9.: RE 12.3.3, Descriptions of REs aro found online. Use the search term “Regional Ecosystem | No concem at present | Framework". Non-remnant vegetation, cultivated or built environment | Regional ecosystem mapping at 1:100,000 map scale is | derived from the following sources: 1:80,000 B&W 1960's Plantation aerial photography, Landsat TM Imagery, geology, soils, land systems data, field survey and historical records. Remnant woody vegetation is defined as vegetation that has Water not been cleared or vegetation that has been cleared but where the dominant canopy has >70% of the height and >50% of the cover relative to the undisturbed height and cover of that stratum and Is dominated by species characteristic of the vegetation's undisturbed canopy. Non-omnant vegetation includes regrowth and disturbed native vegetation. Cadastral Boundaries 001 003 0.04km This product is projected into GDA 1994 Queensland Albers © The State of Queensland, 2022 Page 9
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Map 3 - Pre-clearing regional ecosystems Page 10 [OCR of page images] Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Map 3 - Pre-clearing regional ecosystems Pre-clearing Regional Ecosystems eat : ot Queensland is produced at a scale of 1:100,000. At this Biodiversity Status tale, the mininium remnant polygon area Is 6 hectares or EJ Selected Lot and Plan exeeptn estgnatad areas should bused a2 guide ony. [EBB Endangered - Dominant vegetation ot tamnack 100 mete. 4s a bioregion that are consistently associated wth a (1) Endangered - Sub-dominant particular combination of geology, landform and soil. (DY of concern - Dominant veers By] Of Concern - Sub-dominant land zone, and vegetation community - the dominant No concer at present Framework". Regional ecosystem mapping at 1:100,000 map scale is Water derived from the following sources: 1:80,000 B&W 1960's ‘aerial photography, Landsat TM imagery, geology, soils, land [= Cadastral Boundaries N ‘systems data, field survey and historical records. A 0 001 0.02003 0.04 km This product Is projected into GDA 1994 Queensland Albers © The State of Queensland, 2022 Page 10
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Map 6 - Wetlands and waterways Page 13 [OCR of page images] Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Map 6 - Wetlands and waterways Legend (selected Lot and Pian A Towns Qui land Wetland Data —— Riverine Drainage Lines A Springs Wetland System - Water Bo: Marine Waterbodies Mi) Estuarine Waterbodies IME Riverine Waterbodies Lacustrine Waterbodies MM Palustrine Waterbodies Wetland System - Regional Ecosystems Marine RE Estuarine RE ERS3] Riverine RE Lacustrine RE ‘$888 Palustrine RE RE 51-80% wetland (mosaic units) RE 1-50% wetland (mosaic units) Queensland Wetland Data ———__ Accuracy information: The positional accuracy of wetland data LOCALITY EahanAe, mapped at a scale of 1:100,000 is +/-100m with a minimum polygon size of Sha or 75m wide for finear features, except for ‘areas along the east coa st which are mapped at the 1:50,000 scale with @ positional accuracy of +/-50m, with a minimum polygon size of tha or 35m wide for linear features. Wetlands smaller than tha are not delineated on the wetland data. Consideration of the effects of mapped scale is necessary when interpret ing data at a larger scale, e.g. 1:25,000. For property assessment, digital linework should be used as a guide only. The extent of wetlands depicted on this map is based on rectified 2013 Landsat ETM+ imagery supplied by Statewide Landcover and Trees Study (SLATS), Department of Environment and Science. The extent of water bodies is based ‘on the maximum extent of inundation derived from avatable N Landsat imagery up to and including the 2013 imagery. 0 10 20 30 40 50m © The State of Queensiand, 2022 This product is projected into GDA 1994 Queensland Albers Page 13
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Links and Other Information Sources The Department of Environment and Science's Website - http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/ecosystems/ provides further information on the regional ecosystem framework, including access to links to the Regional Ecosystem Database, Broad Vegetation Group Definitions, Regional Ecosystem and Land zone descriptions. Descriptions of the broad vegetation groups of Queensland can be downloaded from: https://publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/redd/resource/ The methodology for mapping regional ecosystems can be downloaded from: https://publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/redd/resource/ Technical descriptions for regional ecosystems can be obtained from: http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/ecosystems/technical-descriptions/ Benchmarks can be obtained from: http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/biodiversity/benchmarks/ For further information associated with the remnant regional ecosystem dataset used by this report, refer to the metadata associated with the Biodiversity status of pre-clearing and Remnant Regional Ecosystems of Queensland dataset (version listed in Appendix 1) which is available through the Queensland Government Information System portal, http://dds.information.qld.gov.au/dds/ The Queensland Globe is a mapping and data application. As an interactive online tool, Queensland Globe allows you to view and explore Queensland maps, imagery (including up-to-date satellite images) and other spatial data, including regional ecosystem mapping. To further view and explore regional ecosystems over an area of interest, access the Biota Globe (a component of the Queensland Globe). The Queensland Globe can be accessed via the following link: http://www.dnrm.qld.gov.au/mapping-data/queensland-globe References Neldner, V.J., Niehus, R.E., Wilson, B.A., McDonald, W.J.F., Ford, A.J. and Accad, A. (2019). The Vegetation of Queensland. Descriptions of Broad Vegetation Groups. Version 4.0. Queensland Herbarium, Department of Environment and Science. (https://publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/redd/resource/78209e74-c7f2-4589-90c1-c33188359086) Neldner, V.J., Wilson, B.A., Dillewaard, H.A., Ryan, T.S., Butler, D.W., McDonald, W.J.F, Addicott, E.P. and Appelman, C.N. (2020). Methodology for survey and mapping of regional ecosystems and vegetation communities in Queensland. Version 5.1. Updated March 2020. Queensland Herbarium, Queensland Department of Environment and Science, Brisbane. (https://publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/redd/resource/6dee78ab-c12c-4692-9842-b7257c2511e4) Sattler, P.S. and Williams, R.D. (eds) (1999). The Conservation Status of Queensland's Bioregional Ecosystems. Environmental Protection Agency, Brisbane. Page 14
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Appendices
Appendix 1 - Source Data
The dataset listed below is available for download from:
http://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/ecosystems/download/
• Regional Ecosystem Description Database
The datasets listed below are available for download from:
http://dds.information.qld.gov.au/dds/
• Biodiversity status of pre-clearing and 2019 remnant regional ecosystems of Queensland
• Pre-clearing Vegetation Communities and Regional Ecosystems of Queensland
• Queensland Wetland Data Version - Wetland lines
• Queensland Wetland Data Version - Wetland points
• Queensland Wetland Data Version - Wetland areas
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Regional Ecosystems 23/05/2022 11:17:26 Appendix 2 - Acronyms and Abbreviations AOI - Area of Interest GDA94 - Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994 GIS - Geographic Information System RE - Regional Ecosystem REDD - Regional Ecosystem Description Database VMA - Vegetation Management Act 1999 Page 16
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Map showing Management Zones
LEGEND
RECONSTRUCTION FABRICATION ZONE - The area was highly degraded having been previously cleared over 20 years ago for farming. Camphor Laurels have dominated the vegetation and the degree of disturbance has
been so great and long-standing that the preexisting native plant community cannot recover by natural means. A greater degree of human intervention is required, such as weed control, cessation of
grazing and/or slashing, amelioration of soil conditions such as importation of soils, drainage works or re-shaping of the landscape. Importation of native species to the area is required, either through
planting. Natural regeneration and recruitment is insufficient. The re-establishing planted community should be similar to the original vegetation in structure, composition and diversity to initially re-estab-
lish the original vegetation (Regional Ecosystems 12.3.1/12.11.10/12.11.3/12.11.16/12.11.2)
NOTES: In accordance with the South East Queensland Ecological Restoration Framework, four ecological restoration approaches are generally applicable to rehabilitation works:
- Natural Generation, Assisted natural regeneration, or Reconstruction Fabrication
CLIENT North Author: Luke Hamilton B.Env.Sc PROJECT TITLE DRAWING TITLE
Rehabilitation Plan
Property Owner Ecological Rehabilitation
- Layout Plan
6 Sallwood Court Management Plan
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OBJECTIVES AND BACKGROUND RECONSTRUCTION FABRICATION ZONE
This report has been produced as an Appendix to the Planning Report This zone covers approximately 0.25Ha most of which represents 10m
The re-establishing planted community should be similar to the
associated with Local Council approval for the Operation Works for Earth-either side of the drainage line and dam. The area was highly degraded
original vegetation in structure, composition and diversity to
works and Vegetation Clearing. having been previously cleared over 20 years ago for farming. Camphor
initially re-establish the original vegetation (Regional Ecosystems
Laurels have dominated the vegetation and the degree of disturbance had
This Plan has been prepared to provide a same property-based Rehabilita- been so great and long-standing that the preexisting native plant 12.3.1/12.11.10/12.11.3/12.11.16/12.11.2)
tion Management Plan as compensation removing vegetation around an community cannot recover by natural means.
existing drainage line and dam and for restoring a very degraded plant
community.
The objective of the revegetation plan is to improve the native vegetation
quality and associated habitat quality within riparian areas of the property
both for erosion protection and habitat
Photo: Reconstruction Fabrication Zone prior to clearing Photo: Reconstruction Fabrication Zone after initial planting
Management Activities
The methodology for the revegetation program in this zone is to generally occur in the following chronological order:
1) Delineate revegetation zones (completed)
2) Rescued large patches of native epiphytes and native grasses Lomandra species and put aside for further re-instatement. (completed)
3) Identified the native plants for retaining. (completed)
4) Control existing weeds. Machine removal, grub and mulch on-site. (Completed)
5) Commence soil amelioration, mulching, erosion control blanket, rip rap revetment, and reinforcement plantings (mostly completed)
6) Continued weed management, monitoring and reporting
CLIENT Author: Luke Hamilton B.Env.Sc PROJECT TITLE DRAWING TITLE
Rehabilitation Plan
Property Owner Ecological Rehabilitation - Notes (1)
6 Sallwood Court Management Plan
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RECONSTRUCTION FABRICATION ZONE - MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES CONT.
WEED CONTROL cont WEED CONTROL cont
FAUNA HABITAT VALUE AND PROTECTION
Knowledge of relevant legislation Weed Coverage
Rehabilitation areas to include reuse of site logs and site debris to create fauna safe
havens and cover from predators for small fauna. This approach coupled with additional Contractors/landowners should also be familiar with local government body require- A list of all observed weed taxa within the property is detailed in
revegetation works allows greater fauna security and movement within the rehabilita- ments (e.g. Pest Management Plans, Local Codes, Policies and Guidelines) and Table 2.
tion areas. Consideration for bushfire requirements should be reviewed to confirm no Classifications of weeds.
conflict. Consider the Regional ecosystem 12.3.1 benchmark of 76% organic litter cover Schedule TABLE 2 - Observed weed species in the area List
and 370m (total length (m) of debris > 10cm diameter and >0.5m in length per hectare). Common
Maintenance frequency should be 8 maintenance rotations for years 1-2, and 6
WEED CONTROL Botanical Name Form name Status
maintenance rotations for years 3-5.
Ageratum Blue Bily Goat
Weed management comprises a major part of rehabilitation site works. Weed manage- Performance criteria houstonianum H Grass I
ment provides the basis of aiding natural regeneration and assisted natural regenera- Bidens pilosa H Cobbler's pegs I
As per key Performance Indicators detailed in Table 1, a weed density Performance
tion. Cestrum parqui H Green cestrum I
Criteria of <10 % for years 1-3 and <5 % for years 4-5 is required to be achieved to
Critical skills for Weed Management include: enable the revegetation works to be declared successful in conjunction with any Chloris gayana G Rhodes Grass I
Cinnamomum
· Identification Skills other performance indicators. camphora T Camphor Laurel R
Commelina
· Knowledge of different techniques benghalensis H Wandering Jew I
· Knowledge of relevant legislation. Lantana camara S Lantana R
Small Leave
Identification Skills Ligustrum sinense T privet R
Both native and weed species should be identified prior to primary weed removal works Mickey Mouse
and ongoing throughout the follow-up and maintenance periods. This is to maximise Ochna serrulata S Plant I
natural regeneration and reducing likelihood of accidental weed spraying to native Nephrolepis cordifolia H Fishbone fern I
vegetation. If contractor/landowner is unsure of species, advise should be sought by Paspalum conjugatum G Paspalum I
botanist, specialist contractor, Council Biosecurity Officer or confirmed with Queensland S�nking
Passiflora foetida V passionfruit I
Herbarium. Corky Passion
Knowledge of different techniques Passiflora suberosa V Vine I
Broadleaf
All works are to be conducted using best practice techniques and in line with the SEQ Schinus terebinthifolius T Pepper Tree I
Ecological Restoration Framework. All weed treatments to comply with specific labels. Senna pendula S Easter Cassia I
As per Qld Gov Biocondition Benchmarks for
The method adopted for treatment of weeds across the site will dependent upon the Solanum mauritianum S Tobacco bush I
Regional Ecosystem 12.3.1
physical stage of the development of individual weed specimen and individual species. Climbing
-5 species of trees
Herbicide sprays should be applied in non-windy conditions to prevent incidental Solanum seaforthianum V nightshade I
-7 species of shrubs
poisoning of native species and not on days preceding forecast rainfall. A period of two
-9 species of native grasses Syagrus romanzoffiana P Cocos Palm I
to three weeks is usually required between herbicide application and revegetation.
- 16 species of forbes and others Urochloa mutica G Para Grass I
I= Introduced, R= Restricted Invasive Plant under Queensland Biosecurity Act 2014
Form Key- T=Tree, S=Shrub, H=Herb, V=Vine, G=Grass
CLIENT Author: Luke Hamilton B.Env.Sc PROJECT TITLE DRAWING TITLE
Rehabilitation Plan
Ecological Rehabilitation - Notes (2)
Property Owner
Management Plan
6 Sallwood Court 19 Central Park Drive, Yandina 4561 Drawing No.
Lot 3 SP170008
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MONITORING
The property owner is responsible to provide monitoring and reporting sufficient to
conform compliance with the Key Performance Indicators outlined in Table 1.
PLANTING
The Reconstruction Zone will be monitored based on the Key Performance Indica-
Planting should match the Key performance Indicators in Table 1 (1 tree species every tors.
10m2 & 1 shrub species every 5m2 ). If not supplementary planting is required and is to
consist of planting flora drawn from Table 3. Reporting will include:
Plant installation methods shall include:
- Project Snapshot;
- Report on maintenance activities;
· Plants are to be vigorous, well established, hardened off, consistent with species or
variety. - Outcomes since last report;
· Excavate planting medium to a depth suitable for the installation of tube stock speci- - Monitoring on Revegetation heights, density, and diversity;
mens. In areas where planting substrate is deemed to be very poor (compacted, nutrient - Outcomes against Key Performance Indicators;
deficient, hydrophobic, etc.) topsoil may be used. - Photos;
· Pre-water plant hole, if soil is dry, to decrease root stress upon planting and assess the - Weed management actions taken;
infiltration of water through the soil.
- Non-conformances; and
· Incorporate into the planting substrate the appropriate quantity of prepared water
crystals or other suitable hydrating product such as Hortex 'Rainsaver' or 'Moisturaid'. - Actions to be undertaken in the next annual period.
· Place plant into hole and backfill ensuring that the plant is upright and the stem is not
covered in any less than 10mm or any more than 20mm of planting medium.
· Plants are to be watered thoroughly immediately after planting (ensure deep irrigation)
and creation of a concave hollow around the base of each plant will aid water infiltration
to the plant roots.
· A complete, slow release fertiliser is recommended, and is to be administered appropri-
ately during planting.
· To ensure successful establishment, all planting surfaces must be covered in 100mm
layer of high quality weed-free mulch (site mulch) - Note: to avoid possible stem rot in
some 'drier' species ensure mulch is 'dished' and not covering plant stem by more than
20mm.
· A minimum 90% survival rate should be achieved.
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Revegetation Plan
Ecological Rehabilitation
Property Owner - Notes (3)
Management Plan
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TABLE 3: Native Flora Species List (26 Sallwood Road, Pinbarren)
Form Planted Form Planted Form Planted
Acacia disparrima Tree Ficus macrophylla Tree Yes Syzygium australis Tree Yes
Acacia maidenii Tree Flindersia australis Tree Syzygium francisii Tree
Acacia melanoxylon Tree Flindersia schottiana Tree Syzygium hemilamparum Tree Yes
Acacia oshanesii Shrub Glochidion ferdinandi Tree Syzygium moorei Tree Yes
Acmena smithii Tree Guioa semiglauca Tree Syzygium smithii Tree
Harpullia hillii Tree Tabernaemontana pandacaqui
Acronychia oblongifolia Tree Yes Shrub Yes
Jacksonia scoparia Shrub Yes
Tasmannia insipida
Alchornea ilicifolia Shrub Shrub
Jagera pseudorhus Tree
Alectryon tomentosus Tree Tristaniopsis laurina Tree
Leptospermum polygalifolium Shrub Yes
Allocasuarina littoralis Tree Yes Trophis scandens Vine
Litsea leefeana Shrub
Allocasuarina torulosa Tree Yes Wilkiea macrophylla Shrub
Livistona australis Palm Yes
Alphitonia excelsa Tree Zieria smithii Shrub
Lomandra hystrix Lily Yes
Alyxia ruscifolia Shrub
Lomandra longifolia Lily Yes OTHER NATIVE PLANTINGS TO DATE
Angophora subvelutina Tree
Lomandra multiflora Lily Yes Xanthostemon chrysanthus
Aphananthe philippinensis Tree
Lophostemon confertus Tree Phyllanthus cuscutiflorus
Archontophoenix cunninghamii Palm Yes
Lophostemon suaveolens Tree
Asplenium australasicum Epiphyte Yes Macrozamia moorei
Mallotus discolor Tree
Atractocarpus chartaceus Shrub Yes Macrozamia lucida
Mallotus philippensis Tree
Auranticarpa rhombifolia Tree Yes
Melaleuca nodosa Tree
Lepidozamia peroffskyana
Breynia oblongifolia Shrub Casuarina glauca
Melaleuca quinquenervia Tree
Caesalpinia scortechinii Vine Banksia spinulosa
Melaleuca thymifolia Tree Yes
Clerodendrum floribundum Shrub Yes
Cordyline petiolaris
Melaleuca viminalis Tree Yes
Commersonia bartramia Tree Yes
Melastoma malabathricum Shrub Ficinia nodosa (syn. Isolepis nodosa)
Corymbia intermedia Tree
Melia azedarach Tree Dianella congesta - Beach Flax Lilly
Corymbia trachyphloia Tree
Myrsine variabilis Tree Yes Melaleuca pachyphylla RED
Cryptocarya glaucescens Tree
Neolitsea dealbata Shrub
Cupaniopsis serrata Tree
Olea paniculata Shrub EXOTIC PLANTING
Denhamia celastroides Tree
Ozothamnus diosmifolius Shrub Latania loddigesii - Red Latan palm
Dianella caerulea Lily
Pararistolochia praevenosa Vine Yes
Dodonaea triquetra Shrub Bismarckia nobilis - Bismark palm
Parsonsia straminea Vine
Alaeagnus triflors Vine
Phaleria Clerodendron Tree Yes Plumeria obtusa - evergreen frangipani
Elaeocarpus eumundii Tree Yes
Philyodrum lanuginosum Sedge Yes Thyrsostachys siamensis - monastery bamboo
Elaeocarpus reticulatis Tree Yes Yucca Rostrata
Pittosporum multiflorum Shrub
Embelia australiana Vine
Pittosporum revolutum Tree
Endiandra muelleri Tree HELPFUL REFERENCES
Polyscias elegans Tree
Eucalyptus acmenoides Tree
Platycerium superbum Epiphyte Yes Macdonald.S, Haslam.S. (2009), Grasses Native & introduced grasses of the
Eucalyptus microcorys Tree Platycerium bifurcatum
Eucalyptus propinqua Tree
Epiphyte Yes Noosa Biosphere Reserve & surrounding regions. Published by Noosa
Psychotria daphnoides Shrub
Eucalyptus siderophloia Tree Integrated Catchment Association Inc.
Psydrax odorata Shrub
Eucalyptus tereticornis Tree Rapanea variabilis Shrub Heavy .J, Macdonald.S, (2013), Weeds of the Sunshine Coast . Published by
Eupomatia laurina Shrub Yes
Rhodamnia dumicola Shrub Noosa Integrated Catchment Association Inc.
Euroschinus falcatus Tree Rhodamnia rubescens Shrub Haslam S, (2004) Noosa’s Native Plants, Published by Noosa Integrated
Flagellaria indica Vine Smilax australis Vine Catchment Association Inc.
Ficus coronata Tree
Author: Luke Hamilton B.Env.Sc PROJECT TITLE DRAWING TITLE
CLIENT Revegetation Plan
Property Owner Ecological Rehabilitation - Flora Species List
6 Sallwood Court Management Plan
19 Central Park Drive, Yandina 4561 Drawing No.
Pinbarren 4568 www.aussieenvironmental.com.au Lot 3 SP170008
ERMP05
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SITE FEATURES
Overland Flow
Disturbed surfaces (approximate)
Concentrated flows (Drainage
Line)
Catchment 1 PROJECT NOTE:
A site inspection and advisory report was conducted by Luke
Hamilton CPESC No. 9205) on the 15 October 2021 post clear-
ing works, drainage improvements and earthworks (Refer
Appendix A). Best practice (IECA Guidelines) erosion and
sediment control advice was provide to the property owner.
All works (dam clean-out, removal of weed vegetation, and
protection of drainage channel and re-landscaping the
property is now complete. Therefore this ESCP is retrospective
Catchment 2 to the actual operation works as these completed works
require Planning Approval (Noosa Shire, Information Request,
OPW21/0332, 15 February 2022).
Another site inspection was completed on the 4 March 2022
with photos of the completed works and some addition advice
(refer Attachment B).
Calculated
Catchment Calculated Mean Suggested
Loss per Erosion
Sub-Catchment Area (ha) Soil Lossꜞ Slope % + Sediment Control
Area Hazard
(t/ha/yr) Distance Technique²
(t/yr)
0.20 (approx.
Catchment 1 110 22 7%,30m Very Low Type 3
disturbance)
Aerial Photo June 2021 (Prior to Operational Works) 0.30 (approx.
Catchment 2 228 68 14%, 25m Moderate Type 3
disturbance
1. A = K x R x LS x P x C Equation 1 (IECA 2008, Best Practice Erosion and Sediment) Where: 2. TYPE 1: Sediment Basin
A is the predicted soil loss per hectare per year TYPE 2: Filter tube dam, rock filter
K is the soil erodibility factor = 0.015 (medium clay) dam, sediment trench, sediment
R is the rainfall erosivity factor = 5921 weir, compost/mulch berm.
LS is the slope length/gradient factor as Table E3 (IECA 2008):= 0.95 & 1.98 TYPE 3: Sediment fence mulch
P is the erosion control practice factor = 1.3 berms, sediment trap.
C is the ground cover and management factor = 1
Client: Scale: PROJECT TITLE DRAWING TITLE
Kathy L Ford 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Erosion and Sediment Control Plan
Earthworks for Tree Clearing, Drainage Man- Site Features
19 Central Park Drive, Yandina 4561 agement and Revegetation Works
www.aussieenvironmental.com.au Drawing No.
Contact Luke Hamilton 0412 739 706 ESCP01
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26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Erosion and Sediment Control Plan
SITE FEATURES
Overland Flow
Disturbed surfaces (approximate)
=> Concentrated flows (Drainage
Line)
PROJECT NOTE:
A site inspection and advisory report was conducted by Luke
Hamilton CPESC No. 9205) on the 15 October 2021 post clear-
ing works, drainage improvements and earthworks (Refer
« Appendix A). Best practice (IECA Guidelines) erosion and
; sediment control advice was provide to the property owner.
; All works (dam clean-out, removal of weed vegetation, and
ae OP a, - . , protection of drainage channel and re-landscaping the
eel ae 7 property is now complete. Therefore this ESCP is retrospective
to the actual operation works as these completed works
require Planning Approval (Noosa Shire, Information Request,
OPW21/0332, 15 February 2022).
Another site inspection was completed on the 4 March 2022
with photos of the completed works and some addition advice
(refer Attachment B).
bs
Fs
Fd
Catchment Calculated ae CFT) een Suggested
Sub-Catchment Area (ha) Soil Loss' Pp Slope % + Sediment Control
Area P Hazard P
(t/ ha/ yr) Distance Technique?
(t/ yr)
0.20 (approx.
Catchment 1 110 22 7%,30mM VeryLow Type3
disturbance)
Aerial Photo June 2021 (Prior to Operational Works)
0.30 (approx.
Catchment 2 228 68 14%, 25m Moderate Type3
disturbance
1. A=KxRxXLS x PxC Equation 1 (IECA 2008, Best Practice Erosion and Sediment) Where: 2. TYPE 1: Sediment Basin
A is the predicted soil loss per hectare per year TYPE 2: Filter tube dam, rock filter
K is the soil erodibility factor = 0.015 (medium clay) dam, sediment trench, sediment
R is the rainfall erosivity factor = 5921 weir, compost/mulch berm.
LS is the slope length/gradient factor as Table E3 (IECA 2008):= 0.95 & 1.98 TYPE 3: Sediment fence mulch
P is the erosion control practice factor = 1.3 berms, sediment trap.
C is the ground cover and management factor = 1
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SEDIMENT & EROSION CONTROL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The following erosion and sediment control measures were installed during the completed earthworks for tree clearing,
drainage management and revegetation works;
Table 1 – Best Prac�ce land clearing and rehabilita�on requirements.
Risk Best prac�ce requirements
1. Access tracks for vegetation clearing and site establishment were located to minimise both short and long-term
soil and vegetation disturbance, while giving appropriate consideration to the intended purpose of the pathway and the All Cases All reasonable and prac�cable steps taken to apply best prac�ce erosion control
ability to rehabilitate. measures to completed earthworks, or otherwise stabilise such works, prior to
2. Cleared vegetation was chipped and stockpiled away from drainage lines and used for erosion and sediment an�cipated rainfall-including exis�ng unstable, undisturbed, soil surfaces under the
management or control of the building/construc�on works.
controls and rehabilitation works.
3. Access from public roads was stabilised to prevent sediment being tracked offsite and provide a stable all-weath- Low Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 70% cover within 20 days of
er access point to the site. comple�on of works within any works within any area of a work site.
4. Works were completed during the dryer months of Spring 2021.
5. Sediment fence and mulch bunds were installed prior to dam and drainage control works.
6. Stockpiles were established in locations away from flow paths. Moderate Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 75% cover within 20 days of
7. Permanent drainage/channel protection matched existing rip rap protection which would have been hydraulical- comple�on of works within any works within any area of a work site.
ly sized to the upstream catchment, slope and expected flows (i.e D50=300mm)
8. The dam spillway also match the rock protection upstream.
High Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 75% cover within 10 days of
9.. Landscaping works included comple�on of works within any works within any area of a work site.
- Top soiled and mulch garden beds,
- top soil and hydromulched turf area, and
- rip rap drainage protection within the drainage channel and dam outlet. (IECA Guidelines Table 4.4.7)
10. An erosion risk assessment (RUSLE) has been completed for this project. The project is considered very low to
moderate erosion risk. The rehabilitation works adhered to Best Practice (refer Table 1) for a moderate risk project.
11 All controls have been maintained throughout the construction period.
Client: PROJECT TITLE DRAWING TITLE
Kathy L Ford 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren Erosion and Sediment Control Plan
Earthworks for Tree Clearing, Drainage Man- Site Features
19 Central Park Drive, Yandina 4561 agement and Re-vegetation Works
www.aussieenvironmental.com.au Drawing No.
Contact Luke Hamilton 0412 739 706 ESCP02
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26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan
SEDIMENT & EROSION CONTROL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The following erosion and sediment control measures were installed during the completed earthworks for tree clearing,
drainage management and revegetation works;
1. Access tracks for vegetation clearing and site establishment were located to minimise both short and long-term
soil and vegetation disturbance, while giving appropriate consideration to the intended purpose of the pathway and the
ability to rehabilitate.
2. Cleared vegetation was chipped and stockpiled away from drainage lines and used for erosion and sediment
controls and rehabilitation works.
3. Access from public roads was stabilised to prevent sediment being tracked offsite and provide a stable all-weath-
er access point to the site.
4. Works were completed during the dryer months of Spring 2021.
5. Sediment fence and mulch bunds were installed prior to dam and drainage control works.
6. Stockpiles were established in locations away from flow paths.
7. Permanent drainage/channel protection matched existing rip rap protection which would have been hydraulical-
ly sized to the upstream catchment, slope and expected flows (i.e D50=300mm)
8. The dam spillway also match the rock protection upstream.
9... Landscaping works included
- Top soiled and mulch garden beds,
- top soil and hydromulched turf area, and
- rip rap drainage protection within the drainage channel and dam outlet.
10. Anerosion risk assessment (RUSLE) has been completed for this project. The project is considered very low to
moderate erosion risk. The rehabilitation works adhered to Best Practice (refer Table 1) for a moderate risk project.
11 All controls have been maintained throughout the construction period.
Table 1 — Best Practice land clearing and rehabilitation requirements.
Risk Best practice requirements
All Cases All reasonable and practicable steps taken to apply best practice erosion control
measures to completed earthworks, or otherwise stabilise such works, prior to
anticipated rainfall-including existing unstable, undisturbed, soil surfaces under the
management or control of the building/construction works.
Low Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 70% cover within 20 days of
completion of works within any works within any area of a work site.
Moderate Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 75% cover within 20 days of
completion of works within any works within any area of a work site.
High Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 75% cover within 10 days of
completion of works within any works within any area of a work site.
(IECA Guidelines Table 4.4.7)
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Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection Report
Purpose of Meeting Erosion and Sediment Control inspection
Project 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren
Prepared By Luke Hamilton Phone No 0412 739 706
Date 15-10-2021
Present Kathy Ford Email [email protected]
Luke Hamilton Email [email protected]
Introduction
Aussie Environmental were engaged by Kathy Ford to review the current level of erosion and
sediment control (ESC) on her property at 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren.
Scope and Purpose
Noosa Council as part of their Advisory e-mail requires - Action 2 “Make the site stable
and immediately contact a Certified professional in Erosion and Sediment Control
(CPESC) to put in place suitable erosion and sediment controls to prevent the runoff
of sediment from the property”
A site inspection was completed on site on 15 October 2021 by Certified Professional in Erosion
and Sediment Control (CPESC) being Luke Hamilton (Operations Manager for Aussie
Environmental).
The advice identified herein will assist the land owner in demonstrating compliance with their
General Environmental Duty.
CPESC - site observations
• The site is located on private land with some earthworks completed over the last 2 months, for:
access to an existing dam; to clean out sediment build-up in an existing dam; remove and chip weed
vegetation; and provide surface protection (Geofabric and Rock) to the drainage line leading to the
dam; and re-landscaping the property. The terrain is hilly surrounded by rural living property. The
property is over 1 Ha, has a dwelling, drainage easement, dam and cleared grass areas and
gardens.
• Previously most of the land was used as horse paddocks with the new owners re-landscaping,
removing the Camphor Laurels and improving drainage protections and improving the existing dam’s
capacity. At the time of the inspection earthworks were under a stop works order from Council with
the dam and part of drainage line cleaned out and reprofiled, geofabbed and rocked. Silt fence was
in place and mulch and topsoil stockpiled. Sub-soil exposure was still evident around and within the
dam, drainage lines and along the access areas.
• The soil on site is a medium clay texture. The slopes are less than 8% grade, however the drainage
easement’s catchment is quite steep resulting in rapid runoff and slow permeability. Slope stability
would be considered good; however, any exposure would generate turbid runoff.
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• The one drainage line (partly Council drainage easement) is un-named tributary to Pinbarren
Creek.
• Due to the time of the year (High erosion risk based on average monthly rainfall), the large extent of
the uphill catchment and the proximity to a waterway, any exposure of any surface would have high
erosion risk.
• At the time of the inspection the sediment controls (dam and silt fence) were adequate for the
amount of exposure, however the level of erosion control is lacking and finalisation of the
earthworks needs to continue to remedy this issue.
• It was noted that the land-owner has a large supply of mulch on-site. This mulch is excellent for
erosion control (covering exposed soils) and a mulch berm correctly installed (refer attached
drawing) has a higher sediment control standard than silt fence.
CPESC – advice and corrective actions
Following is Best Practice for this sort of development with reference to the IECA Best Practice
Erosion and Sediment Control Guidelines (IECA Guidelines) document [2008, International Erosion
Control Association (Australasian Chapter)]
Table Book 2 -G3 - Best practice site clearing and rehabilitation requirements
Risk Best Practice Requirements
All Cases • All reasonable and practicable steps taken to apply best practice erosion
control measures to completed earth works, or otherwise stabilise such
works, prior to anticipated rainfall-including existing unstable, undisturbed,
soil surfaces. under the management or control of the
building/construction works.
High • Land clearing limited to maximum 4 weeks of work.
• Disturbed soil surfaces stabilised with minimum 75% cover within 10 days
of completion of works within any area of a work site.
• All planned garden beds protected with a minimum 75mm layer of organic
Mulching, heavy Erosion Control Blanket, Rock Mulching, or the
equivalent.
• Staged construction and stabilisation of earth batters (steeper than
6H:1V) in maximum 3m vertical increments wherever reasonable and
practicable.
• The use of turf to form grassed surfaces given appropriate consideration.
• Soil stockpiles and unfinished earthworks are suitably stabilised if
disturbance is expected to be suspended for a period exceeding 10 days.
Table Book 2 -G3 - Best practice channel clearing and stabilisation requirements
Risk Best Practice Requirements
All Cases • All reasonable and practicable steps taken to apply best practice erosion
control measures to completed channel works, or otherwise stabilise such
works, prior to an anticipated 1ncrease in stream flow.
High • Channel clearing limited to maximum 2 weeks of programmed work.
• Disturbed soil surfaces stablised with minimum 90% cover within 5 days
of completion of works within any constructed drainage channel or
waterway.
• Appropriate consideration given to the use of rock protection,
biodegradable Erosion Control Mesh or the equivalent, on all erodible
stream banks subject to high velocity flows.
• Non-completed channel works stabilised if exposed, or expected to be
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exposed, for a period exceeding 10 days.
Drainage Controls.
- Unfortunately, with steep slopes and the large extent of uphill catchments it is very important to
divert upslope runoff around any future soil disturbance. This cannot be achieved on this site.
- It appears that the channel protection has matched existing rip rap protection which would have
been hydraulically sized to the upstream catchment, slope and expected flows.
- The dam spillway (which was shaped but not protected) should also match the rock protection
upstream.
Erosion Controls
- All planned garden beds protected with a minimum 75mm layer of organic Mulching.
- The use of turf to form grassed surfaces given appropriate consideration or hydromulching (3T/ha
of mulch, 40kg/ha cover crop, 40kg/ha perennial grasses, 250kg/ha fertilizer, tackifier).
Sediment Controls-
- Site soils have a high clay content and any exposure would generate turbid runoff. Sediment
Controls such as silt fencing or mulch bunds should be in place (which they are). Do not remove
until there is 80% cover.
- The dam is acting as a sediment basin/trap at present. Use Superfine Gypsum broadcasted over
surface or preload the gypsum along the inlet channel. This will help settle the clay practical and
improve dam clarity/water quality.
Luke Hamilton, Operations Manager
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC No. 9205)
Aussie Environmental
Phone: 07 5315 5431
Mob: 0412 739 706
Address: 19 Central Park Drive, Yandina, QLD 4561
Postal Address: P O Box 525, Yandina, QLD 4561
Email: [email protected]
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Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection Report
Purpose of Meeting Erosion and Sediment Control inspection
Project 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren
Prepared By Luke Hamilton Phone No 0412 739 706
Date 4 March 2022
Present Kathy Ford Email [email protected]
Luke Hamilton Email [email protected]
Introduction
Aussie Environmental were engaged by Kathy Ford and Andy Roy to review the current level of
erosion and sediment control (ESC) on her property at 26 Sallwood Court, Pinbarren.
Scope and Purpose
Noosa Council as part of their Information Request (OPW21/0032) – Information
Request 4 “Provide an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan completed by a suitably
qualified person detailing erosion and sediment control methods required for the
proposed works.”
A site inspection was completed on site on 4 March 2022 by Certified Professional in Erosion and
Sediment Control (CPESC) being Luke Hamilton (Operations Manager for Aussie Environmental).
It was raining during the inspection with several large rain events (>300mm) occurring over the
prior two weeks. The completed works have held up well with some minor breaches as follows;
- The drainage channel uphill from the completed works (between the culvert outlets and the
completed operation works), stormwater breach the existing channel. This area requires silt build-
up removal and additional rip-rap protection. Apparently, Noosa Council had advised no works to
occur in this section of the drainage channel.
- Stormwater did breach a garden bed when the dam over-flowed. Repairs were completed.
Drainage Controls.
- Permanent drainage/channel protection matched existing rip rap protection which would have been
hydraulically sized to the upstream catchment, slope and expected flows (i.e. D50=300-400mm).
- The drainage channel uphill from the works (between the culvert outlets and the completed
operation works) require removal of silt build-up and additional rip-rap (Rock) drainage protection.
Erosion Controls
- Garden beds protected with a >100mm layer of organic mulch and planted out.
- All other areas have been top-soiled and hydromulched with a turf mix
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Sediment Controls-
- No need for any further sediment controls as the site has over 80% coverage.
- The dam is acting as a sediment basin/trap for the external catchment.
The drainage channel uphill from the completed works (between the culvert outlets and the completed
operation works). This area requires removal of silt build-up and additional rip-rap protection. Apparently,
Noosa Council had advised no works to occur in this section of the drainage channel.
Completed drainage protection, grass and garden beds. No sign of erosion.
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Area mapped within Councils Landslide Hazard Overlay. Hydromulched with garden beds. No sign of erosion. Dam full, with the banks well vegetated and protected from erosion. Dam provides a sediment trap and flow control for the catchment.
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Area where dam overflow did breach a garden bed. Repairs in the form of extra mulch and
diverting overland flow to dam outlet were evident.
CPESC –corrective actions
The only corrective action relates to the drainage channel uphill from the completed works (between the
culvert outlets and the completed operation works). This drainage channel requires removal of silt build-up
and additional rip-rap protection. Noosa Council had advised no works to occur in this section of the
drainage channel without Council involvement.
Luke Hamilton, Operations Manager
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC No. 9205)
Aussie Environmental
Phone: 07 5315 5431
Mob: 0412 739 706
Address: 19 Central Park Drive, Yandina, QLD 4561
Postal Address: P O Box 525, Yandina, QLD 4561
Email: [email protected]
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