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Attachment 8 - Koala Habitat Management Plan · MCU13/0251
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JAMES WARREN & Associates Pty Ltd
ECOLOGICAL CONSULTANTS
KOALA HABITAT MANAGEMENT PLAN
LOTS 8 - 10 ON P9315
& Lot 76 ON MCH2969
215 - 219 DAVID LOW WAY,
PEREGIAN BEACH
JUNE 2010
A REPORT TO MATRIX PROJECTS (QLD) PTY LTD
Brisbane Office Head Office Sunshine Coast Office
Suite 28, Cathedral Village 105 Tamar Street PH: (07) 5437 0277
115 Wickham Street PO Box 1465 Fax: (07) 5437 0922
FORTITUDE VALLEY QLD BALLINA NSW 2478
4006
PH: (07) 3257 2703 PH: (02) 6686 3858
Fax: (07) 3257 2708 Fax: (02) 6681 1659
www.jwarren.com.au
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 3
1.1 BACKGROUND ...........................................................................3
1.2 SITE DESCRIPTION .......................................................................3
1.3 THE APPROVED DEVELOPMENT ..........................................................3
1.4 OBJECTIVES .............................................................................3
1.5 FORMAT OF THIS MANAGEMENT PLAN ...................................................4
2 KOALA HABITAT ASSESSMENT .............................................. 5
2.1 INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................5
2.2 METHODOLOGY .........................................................................5
2.2.1 Regional Ecosystem Mapping ........................................................... 5
2.2.2 Koala Habitat Mapping................................................................... 5
2.2.3 Site Assessment ........................................................................... 5
2.3 RESULTS ................................................................................5
2.3.1 Regional Ecosystem Mapping ........................................................... 5
2.3.2 Koala Habitat Mapping................................................................... 5
2.3.3 Results of Site Assessment .............................................................. 6
2.4 SUMMARY ...............................................................................6
3 VEGETATION MANAGEMENT ................................................. 7
3.1 BACKGROUND ...........................................................................7
3.2 EXTENT OF VEGETATION DISTURBANCE..................................................7
3.3 VEGETATION PROTECTION MEASURES ...................................................7
3.4 VEGETATION REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL METHODS ........................................9
3.5 LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF RETAINED VEGETATION ................9
4 WEED AND PEST SPECIES MANAGEMENT .................................10
4.1 BACKGROUND ......................................................................... 10
4.2 WEED AND PEST MANAGEMENT PROTOCOLS ........................................... 10
5 LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT .................................................12
6 FAUNA MANAGEMENT .......................................................13
6.1 OPERATIONAL WORKS ................................................................. 13
6.2 FAUNA MOVEMENT .................................................................... 13
6.2.1 Background ...............................................................................13
6.2.2 Fauna Friendly Fencing .................................................................13
6.2.3 Barrier Mitigation .......................................................................13
6.2.4 Koala Friendly Pool Design .............................................................13
6.3 NON-NATIVE FAUNA MANAGEMENT .................................................... 13
7 PREVENTION OF EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION .......................15
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
James Warren and Associates (JWA) have been engaged by Matrix Projects (QLD)
Pty Ltd to prepare a Koala Habitat Management Plan (KHMP) for the development
at 215 - 219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach. This KHMP has been prepared for
submission to the Department of Infrastructure and Planning (DIP) in accordance
with the development approval conditions.
The Koala Habitat Management Plan has been designed to guide the management
of Koala habitat occurring within the subject site. This plan shall demonstrate how
Koala habitat values are to be protected or enhanced, including how threats to
Koala habitat values will be mitigated. The KHMP will outline the actions to be
completed in order to manage habitat and vegetation prior to, during and post
construction.
1.2 Site Description
The subject site is formally described as Lots 8 - 10 on P9315 and Lot 76 on
MCH2969 and is located at 215 - 219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach (FIGURE 1).
The site covers an area of approximately 2.3ha.
The subject site has previously been selectively cleared and is currently operates
as a caravan park. The western boundary of the subject site adjoins to Noosa
National Park. An aerial photograph of the subject site is shown in FIGURE 2.
1.3 The Approved Development
The subject site has been approved to be developed for the purposes of
commercial and visitor accommodation precincts. The approved development will
consist of sixty-four (64) shared visitor individual units within two (2) buildings, an
additional thirty (30) dwelling units and associated infrastructure (FIGURE 3).
Associated infrastructure includes access roads, car parks and visitor facilities such
as BBQ areas, playgrounds and a pool.
1.4 Objectives
The overall performance objectives of this management plan are as follows:
• Site preparation shall be completed in accordance with the environmental
procedures for vegetation management. The KHMP will identify measures to
protect vegetation to be retained prior to, during and following site
construction works.
• Vegetation retention areas are to be clearly marked and protected.
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SUBJECT SITE
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SOURCE: Brisbane UBD CLIENT TITLE
Matrix Projects (QLD) Pty Ltd
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PROJECT
Koala Habitat Management Plan
LOCALITY
JAMES WARREN & ASSOCIATES PTY LIMITED
Lots 8-10 on P9315 & Lot 76 on MCH2969
PREPARED: BW
PLAN
215-219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach, QLD DATE: 28 May 2010
Environmental Consultants FILE: Q10024_Locality.cdr
Sunshine Coast Regional Council LGA
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SOURCE: Google Earth 2008 Aerial Photograph CLIENT TITLE
Matrix Projects (QLD) Pty Ltd
FIGURE 2
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PROJECT
Koala Habitat Management Plan
AERIAL
JAMES WARREN & ASSOCIATES PTY LIMITED
Lots 8-10 on P9315 & Lot 76 on MCH2969
PREPARED: BW
PHOTOGRAPH
215-219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach, QLD DATE: 28 May 2010
Environmental Consultants FILE: Q10024_Aerial.cdr
Sunshine Coast Regional Council LGA
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FIGURE 3 APPROVED
PROJECT
SCALE: 1 : 800 @ A3
1 : 800
Koala Habitat Management Plan
PREPARED: BW DEVELOPMENT
Lots 8-10 on P9315 & Lot 76 on MCH2969
JAMES WARREN & ASSOCIATES PTY LIMITED
Environmental Consultants 215-219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach, QLD DATE: 28 May 2010 LAYOUT
Sunshine Coast Regional Council LGA FILE: Q10024_Layout.cdr
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach 1.5 Format of this Management Plan This Plan is comprised of the following sections, i.e. • Section 2 Koala Habitat Assessment • Section 3 Vegetation Management • Section 4 Weed and Pest Species Management • Section 5 Landscape Management • Section 6 Fauna Management • Section 7 Prevention of Erosion and Sedimentation Q10024/HB/Final JAMES WARREN AND ASSOCIATES 4
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach 2 KOALA HABITAT ASSESSMENT 2.1 Introduction In order to assess the Koala habitat values within the subject site and surrounding areas, current RE mapping and Koala habitat mapping was reviewed and a targeted search for indicators of Koala presence and/or use was completed across the subject site. Aerial photography for the site was obtained prior to completing the field surveys. An aerial photograph of the subject site is shown in FIGURE 2. 2.2 Methodology 2.2.1 Regional Ecosystem Mapping Current (Version 6.0) Regional Ecosystem Mapping was obtained from the Department of Environment and Resource Management (DERM) website using the Lot and Plan number of the subject Site. 2.2.2 Koala Habitat Mapping Current (November 2009) SEQ Koala State Planning Regulatory Provisions Mapping was obtained from the Department of Infrastructure and Planning (DIP) website using the Lot and Plan number of the subject Site. 2.2.3 Site Assessment All potential Koala habitat trees occurring on the site were inspected for the presence of Koalas or indicators of Koala presence (i.e. faecal pellets or scratch marks). This assessment was completed by one (1) scientist from JWA on the 29th March 2010 for approximately one and a half (1.5) hours. 2.3 Results 2.3.1 Regional Ecosystem Mapping Current Regional Ecosystem Mapping indicates that there are two (2) Regional Ecosystems (RE’s) located within the subject site (FIGURE 4). RE 12.2.7 (Least Concern) and RE 12.2.12/12.2.15 (Least Concern) are both mapped as occurring in the western portion of the subject site. RE 12.2.7 is described as Melaleuca quinquenervia or M. viridiflora open forest to woodland on sand plains. RE 12.2.12/12.2.15 is described as Closed heath on seasonally waterlogged sand plains/ Swamps with Baumea spp., Juncus spp. and Lepironia articulata. 2.3.2 Koala Habitat Mapping A review of the current SEQ Koala State Planning Regulatory Provisions mapping revealed that the entire subject site is mapped as an Interim Koala Habitat Protection Area (FIGURE 5). It should be noted that although the entire site is mapped as Koala habitat, the majority of the eastern portion of the subject site has previously been cleared of native vegetation. Q10024/HB/Final JAMES WARREN AND ASSOCIATES 5
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Remnant vegetation containing endangered Plantation forest
regional ecosystems Dam or reservoir
Dominant Remnant vegetation
Sub-dominant PMAV category X area
Remnant vegetation containing of concern Great Barrier Reef wetlands
regional ecosystems Vegetation Management Act essential habitat
Dominant Watercourses
Sub-dominant Roads
Remnant vegetation that is a least concern National Park, Conservation Area, N
regional ecosystems State Forest & other reserves
Remnant vegetation under Section 20AH Cadastral line
of the VMA Subject Site
Non-remnant
0 100m
SOURCE: Regional Ecosystems & Remnant Map CLIENT TITLE
v6 (Map Date: 22.04.10) Matrix Projects (QLD) Pty Ltd
FIGURE 4
SCALE: 1 : 3000 @ A4
PROJECT
Koala Habitat Management Plan
REGIONAL
JAMES WARREN & ASSOCIATES PTY LIMITED
Lots 8-10 on P9315 & Lot 76 on MCH2969
PREPARED: BW
ECOSYSTEMS
215-219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach, QLD DATE: 28 May 2010
Environmental Consultants FILE: Q10024_RE Map.cdr
Sunshine Coast Regional Council LGA
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Protected Koala Bushland Habitat Areas N
Cadastral Boundaries
Subject Site
0 100m
SOURCE: Draft SEQ Koala State Planning CLIENT TITLE
Regulatory Provisions (Nov 2009) Koala Habitat Matrix Projects (QLD) Pty Ltd
FIGURE 5
Map (Map Date: 21.04.10) PROJECT
Koala Habitat Management Plan
KOALA
SCALE: 1 : 3000 @ A4
JAMES WARREN & ASSOCIATES PTY LIMITED
Lots 8-10 on P9315 & Lot 76 on MCH2969
PREPARED: BW
HABITAT MAP
215-219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach, QLD DATE: 28 May 2010
Environmental Consultants FILE: Q10024_Koala.cdr
Sunshine Coast Regional Council LGA
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach 2.3.3 Results of Site Assessment No preferred Koala food trees were observed on the subject site. The Broad-leaved paperbark (M. quinquenervia) was the only flora species recorded from the subject site that is considered to potentially provide Koala habitat. Fifteen (15) mature specimens of Broad-leaved paperbark were inspected for the presence of Koalas or indicators of Koala activity. Despite targeted searches of these trees, no Koalas or indicators of Koala presence were recorded from the site. That is, no faecal pellets or scratch marks attributable to the Koala were observed on the subject site. Although the subject site lacks preferred Koala food trees, the western portion of the site does provide potential Koala habitat areas. All vegetation within the western portion of the site will be retained as the western allotment is to be dedicated as a reserve. No indicators of Koala presence (i.e. faecal pellets and/or scratch marks) have been recorded within these habitat areas. Consequently, the subject site is not considered to function as a Koala movement corridor. Regardless, Koalas may occur on the site given the close proximity to Noosa National Park (FIGURE 1). 2.4 Summary Although a number of potential habitat trees were recorded within the subject site, no preferred Koala food trees were recorded. The site assessment also failed to detect any Koalas or evidence of Koala activity within the subject site. Consequently, the subject site is not considered to provide significant habitat or corridor values for the Koala. The subject site does occur adjacent to Noosa National Park, an area which may potentially provide habitat for Koalas. A balance lot conservation area will be retained in the western portion of the subject site. It is intended that the development will incorporate Koala friendly design features to ensure that the site remains permeable to Koalas. Q10024/HB/Final JAMES WARREN AND ASSOCIATES 6
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3 VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
3.1 Background
In order to protect the ecological values of the site, vegetation management
practices will be of the highest importance during the clearing and construction
phases of the development. The methods proposed to ensure the protection of
native vegetation are discussed below.
3.2 Extent of Vegetation Disturbance
The construction of access roads, services and stormwater treatment devices will
require bulk earthwork activities. During this time, any existing trees identified for
retention will be protected from nearby vegetation disturbance activities. Detailed
information regarding vegetation retention and protection will be provided in both
the Arborist’s report and the Ecologist’s revegetation plan for the dedicated
western balance lot.
This area will be clearly identified and access to the area will be restricted prior to
the commencement of any earthworks.
3.3 Vegetation Protection Measures
This section outlines the following recommended measures to minimise potential
impacts on existing trees and areas of vegetation to be retained:
• Instructions to Vegetation Site preparation Contractors/Site Managers;
• Installation of vegetation protection measures e.g. temporary exclusion
fencing during site preparation operation;
• Vegetation management prior to, during and following site preparation
operations; and
• Long-term management and protection of vegetation retention areas.
All vegetation to be retained shall be protected from the following possible on site
disturbances:
Earthworks;
Construction of pathways;
Machinery storage;
Site waste dumping;
Stockpiling of mulch/chipped material or soil;
Erosion;
Unauthorised vegetation removal;
Herbicide application; and
Introduction of declared weed species.
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3 VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
3.1 Background
In order to protect the ecological values of the site, vegetation management
practices will be of the highest importance during the clearing and construction
phases of the development. The methods proposed to ensure the protection of
native vegetation are discussed below.
3.2 Extent of Vegetation Disturbance
The construction of access roads, services and stormwater treatment devices will
require bulk earthwork activities. During this time, any existing trees identified for
retention will be protected from nearby vegetation disturbance activities. Detailed
information regarding vegetation retention and protection will be provided in both
the Arborist’s report and the Ecologist’s revegetation plan for the dedicated
western balance lot.
This area will be clearly identified and access to the area will be restricted prior to
the commencement of any earthworks.
3.3 Vegetation Protection Measures
This section outlines the following recommended measures to minimise potential
impacts on existing trees and areas of vegetation to be retained:
e Instructions to Vegetation Site preparation Contractors/ Site Managers;
e Installation of vegetation protection measures e.g. temporary exclusion
fencing during site preparation operation;
e Vegetation management prior to, during and following site preparation
operations; and
e Long-term management and protection of vegetation retention areas.
All vegetation to be retained shall be protected from the following possible on site
disturbances:
. Earthworks;
. Construction of pathways;
. Machinery storage;
. Site waste dumping;
. Stockpiling of mulch/ chipped material or soil;
. Erosion;
. Unauthorised vegetation removal;
. Herbicide application; and
. Introduction of declared weed species.
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Appropriate vegetation management strategies are outlined below.
i. Prior to the commencement of any vegetation clearance, the
Contractor shall identify all native vegetation to be retained across
the development site on construction plans and in the field.
ii. All vegetation retention areas will be fenced and clearly identified as
a ‘Vegetation Protection Area’ prior to the commencement of any
works on the subject site. These exclusion fences shall be maintained
throughout the construction period. Access to vegetation retention
areas will only be allowed for the purposes of weed removal by a
suitably qualified restoration team. Within these zones the following
activities shall not be permitted:
• Storage and mixing of materials;
• Vehicle parking;
• Liquid disposal;
• Machinery repairs and/or refuelling;
• Construction site office or shed;
• Combustion of any material;
• Stockpiling of soil, rubble or debris;
• Any filling or excavation including trench line, topsoil skimming
and/or surface excavation, unless otherwise approved by the
Project Manager; and
• Unauthorised pesticide, herbicide or chemical applications.
iii. All activities in an area adjacent to any protected vegetation shall be
carried out in such a manner as to minimise any damage to trees and /
or the conserved area.
iv. Tree limbs (of trees to be retained) that are likely to be in the way of
earthworks shall be pruned by a qualified tree surgeon prior to
construction activity commencing.
v. Tree roots (of trees to be retained) that are likely to interfere with
machinery shall be cut (by a qualified tree surgeon or horticulturalist)
and the remaining roots shall be treated with a suitable fungicide.
vi. The erosion and sediment control measures shall be in accordance
with the erosion and sediment control plans.
vii. The Project Manager shall undertake inspections on a weekly basis
during the construction phase to ensure that all recommendations are
being followed.
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3.4 Vegetation Removal and Disposal Methods
Clearing outside vegetation retention areas shall occur in the sequence of cutting,
shearing of felled vegetation and tub grinding. Upon completion, grubbing
operations shall ensure the site is left free draining with no ponding of stormwater.
Any cleared native vegetation is to be chipped and utilised as mulch on site where
possible. Mulch stockpiles are to be less than 1000 cubic metre, less than 2.5
metres high and a minimum of 10 metres between edges of heaps. Declared and/or
environmental weeds shall be disposed of at an appropriate Council green waste
facility.
3.5 Long-term Management and Protection of Retained
Vegetation
This section outlines provisions that shall ensure the long-term management and
protection of retained vegetation. The management protocols that will be required
following the completion of the development are as follows:
i. No native vegetation shall be removed from the Balance lot
conservation area.
ii. Herbicides should only be applied in accordance with the weed
management practices provided within this document or an approved
Rehabilitation Plan for the site. No herbicides are to be applied to
native vegetation.
iii. All vegetation retention areas will be fenced and clearly identified as
a ‘Vegetation Protection Area’.
iv. The Applicant shall ensure that pathways are not constructed within
vegetation retention areas.
v. The Applicant shall be responsible for ensuring that all areas of
retained vegetation are monitored for edge-effects, erosion,
environmental weeds and undertake appropriate remedial actions
when required.
vi. The Applicant is also responsible for ensuring the ecological integrity
of vegetation retention areas by removing weeds on a regular basis.
Weeds shall not be allowed to become established to levels that
threaten native vegetation.
vii. The Applicant is responsible for ensuring that no rubbish is introduced
into an area of retained vegetation. In the event that rubbish comes to
be within the boundaries of a vegetation retention area, the Applicant
will be responsible for the removal of such rubbish as well as any
associated costs.
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4 WEED AND PEST SPECIES MANAGEMENT
4.1 Background
No declared plant species as listed under the Land Protection (Pest and Stock
Route Management) Act 2002 are to be introduced to the subject site during
construction. This includes introduction through the use of topsoil or mulch in
landscaping areas.
Weed removal within any areas of retained vegetation is to be conducted by
experienced personnel with training in weed identification and management. Weed
removal activities are to be limited to those that do not pose a threat to native
flora. Suitable methods include manual removal or targeted herbicide application.
Where herbicide use is considered necessary within 50m of riparian areas, only
chemicals that are readily biodegradable and suitable for aquatic environments (ie,
Glyphosate Bioactive or equivalent) are to be applied. Weed control techniques
have been recommended for the various weed growth forms (i.e. grasses, herbs,
shrubs, etc.) which may occur on the site.
4.2 Weed and Pest Management Protocols
This section outlines provisions that shall prevent weed and pest species being
introduced to the site, whilst ensuring existing weed and pest species are managed
appropriately. The weed and pest management protocols to be implemented during
construction, landscaping and rehabilitation works are as follows:
i. All nursery stock shall be weed, pest and disease free and certified as
such by the supplier where feasible. The certificates are to be
obtained prior to the commencement of any
regeneration/revegetation works on site and shall be made available
to Council upon request.
ii. All mulch produced on site by mulching cleared vegetation and trees
shall specifically exclude material from weed species. Vegetation
mulching will be suitably controlled to avoid contamination. Mulch
containing weed species material shall be treated separately and not
used on site for regeneration/ revegetation works.
iii. Soil disturbance within vegetation retention areas shall be avoided to
prevent weed recruitment. Areas to be regenerated (weed control) or
revegetated shall be completed under strict supervision to avoid
unnecessary soil disturbance. Areas to be regenerated/ revegetated
would be identified and demarcated prior the commencement of any
works in the revegetation areas.
iv. Weed control and regeneration/revegetation in the vegetation
retention areas shall be completed using suitable and appropriate
strategies as employed elsewhere within the Council area and in
accordance with this Koala habitat Management Plan.
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v. Weed or potential weed species shall not be planted during
landscaping operations.
vi. All Class 2 and Class 3 weeds declared under the Land Protection (Pest
and Stock Route Management) Act 2002 and Regulations 2003 and all
environmental weed species listed by Sunshine Coast Regional Council
that occur within the subject site shall be eradicated.
vii. Pest animal control measures, where necessary, shall be completed
using suitable and appropriate strategies as employed elsewhere
within the Council area.
viii. Unrestrained dogs shall not be allowed on the site during construction
and a restriction of dogs (and other domestic animals) within the
subject site shall be implemented.
ix. All stormwater treatment and sediment control devices shall be
designed and managed so they do not create breeding habitat for
mosquitoes and cane toads (eg. ponds of standing water).
x. Construction activities shall be carried out in such a way so as to
prevent the creation of ponded or standing water, which would result
in breeding habitat for mosquitoes and cane toads.
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5 LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT
The intention of the landscape works within the proposed development is to select
native trees that will;
Replace Koala habitat trees removed as a result of the development;
Continue the landscape character of existing native vegetation within and
surrounding the subject site;
Be visually appealing to help promote and market the proposed
development; and
Be compatible with the existing site attributes and proposed development
conditions.
A Landscape Plan will be prepared for the subject site in accordance with the
approval conditions. Landscape areas throughout the development will be planted
with Koala habitat trees where appropriate. The preferred Koala habitat tree
species to be used for landscape plantings within the development area are shown
in TABLE 1.
TABLE 1
KOALA HABITAT TREES RECOMMENDED FOR LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS
Species Name Common Name
Eucalyptus microcorys Tallowwood
Eucalyptus robusta Swamp mahogany
Eucalyptus tereticornis Queensland blue gum
Lophostemon suaveolens Swamp box
Melaleuca quinquenervia Broad-leaved paperbark
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach 6 FAUNA MANAGEMENT 6.1 Operational Works Construction phase fauna management should include the installation of temporary exclusion fencing. 6.2 Fauna Movement 6.2.1 Background As previously mentioned, the western boundary of the subject site adjoins to Noosa National Park. It is intended that the interface between the development area and the retained habitats will remain permeable to Koalas and other native fauna. The retention of vegetation in the dedicated western lot will provide fauna habitat allowing Koalas and other fauna species to move safely between the subject site and Noosa National Park. 6.2.2 Fauna Friendly Fencing The interface between the vegetation retention area and the development area will be completed by use of a 1m high gabion basket fence in accordance with the ROL application and approved Stormwater Management Plan. Alternative styles of fauna friendly fence such as post and rail with a minimum gap of 300mm between rails should be used in the event that the remaining boundaries of the subject site are to be fenced. These fauna friendly fences have been designed to ensure that fauna movements between the subject site and adjoining lands shall continue following the completion of development. 6.2.3 Barrier Mitigation David Low Way occurs as a major barrier to the east of the subject site. Minor roads will also be constructed within the development site. In order to minimise the impact of these roads on fauna movements, low traffic speeds will be implemented across the development area. Street tree plantings will incorporate the use of preferred Koala habitat trees as outlined in Section 5. 6.2.4 Koala Friendly Pool Design The proposed pool will be designed with a shallow lagoon-style entry where the pool water is level with part of the surrounding pavement. The proposed pool design is considered to comply with the Queensland Government’s Koala Safety Fencing and Measures Guideline (December 2009) (KSFM Guideline). 6.3 Non-native Fauna Management A range of exotic fauna are likely to occur in the study area and impact on native fauna communities, including the cat, dog and Cane toad. The most significant impact associated with development is the introduction of exotic predators to remnant bushland and, particularly increased numbers of cats. Q10024/HB/Final JAMES WARREN AND ASSOCIATES 13
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Koala Habitat Management Plan – 215–219 David Low Way, Peregian Beach In recent years the impact of cat predation on native Australian Fauna has become a prominent public issue. The impacts of domestic dogs are not readily quantified. Dogs are however, known to attack Koalas and thus should be considered a management problem at the urban/bushland interface. In order to mitigate the impacts of non-native fauna, all domestic animals will be prohibited from the approved development at all times. Q10024/HB/Final JAMES WARREN AND ASSOCIATES 14
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7 PREVENTION OF EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION
In order to minimise damage to areas of retained vegetation (within or adjacent to
the subject site), erosion and sediment control measures will be employed
throughout the development phase in accordance with the approved Erosion and
Sediment Control Plans.
Measures to protect vegetation areas from erosion and sedimentation during the
construction phase of the development are outlined below:
i. Erosion & sediment control works shall be undertaken in accordance
with an approved Sediment and Erosion Control Plan. Some issues to
be considered include:
• Minimising the area of disturbance across the development
site;
• Perimeter bunds/cut-off drains designed to by-pass upstream
“clean” runoff around the works area;
• Silt fencing and silt traps established in a manner that will
protect the areas of vegetation to be retained from erosion and
sedimentation; and
• Stabilisation of steep batters/slopes.
ii. As construction activities may impact on retained vegetation areas
(within or adjacent to the subject site) it is important to ensure
sediment fencing is in place before site preparation and other
earthworks commence. Prior to any site preparation operations the
Project Manager (or other suitably qualified personnel) shall undertake
an inspection of all sediment fencing.
iii. Upon completion of earthworks and/or grubbing operations the site is
to be left free draining with no ponding of stormwater within areas of
retained vegetation.
iv. Landscaping works within subject site are to utilise suitable native
locally endemic species where appropriate and in accordance with
approved Landscape Plans.
Q10024/HB/Final JAMES WARREN AND ASSOCIATES 15
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