Planning Report v1

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Figure 2: Aerial Photo                                                                                                            Source: Qld Globe


4.3     SITE CHARACTERISTICS

The particular attributes of the site are discussed in further detail below:

4.3.1      Topography and Drainage Patterns

The subject site is located on the western slopes of an elevated sand dune. Due to the past sand quarry
operations over the site, the natural topography has been substantially modified, including removal of a
significant portion of the natural ridgeline. Resulting ground levels vary by up to 20 metres across the site.

In general, the site slopes from east to west, with elevation ranging from approximately 33m AHD on the eastern
boundary, sloping down to approximately 6m AHD on the western boundary. A steep embankment exists in the
centre of the site, sloping towards the north and reflecting the historical quarry batter.

4.3.2      Vegetation

Due to past degradation from quarry operations, vast areas of the site have been cleared. The site currently
supports areas of cleared land. Small areas of vegetation in the south-east corner and in the northern end of the
site are mapped as Remnant Vegetation that is a Least Concern regional ecosystem.

The site adjoins Girraween Nature Reserve to the east, which contains significant vegetation also mapped as
Remnant – Least Concern.




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