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Executive Summary

Duke Environmental was commissioned by Robert James Sherrard and GFT )TEE) Pty Ltd
to undertake this Weed Management and Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan. The site is located
at Makepeace Island, Noosa North Shore in South East Queensland, and is described as Lot
55 on MCH1667. Proposal details associated with this plan consist of a development
application (dwelling house) for Material Change of Use of premises.

The aims of the report were to comply generally with requirements of the Land
Protection (Pest and Stock Route) Management Act 2002, the Fisheries Act 1994 and to
provide a framework for compliance with regard to relevant Local Legislation and
Planning Guidelines.

Objectives for the report involved providing detailed methodology for weed management
and the development of rehabilitation works including plant schedule details,
performance and monitoring requirements, corrective actions, timeframes, responsible
persons and maintenance schedule/bond details; ensuring all environmental safeguards
are carried out correctly and to provide a framework for managing site activities
effectively.

In general, It is considered that the site rehabilitation and weed management to provide
benefits that, within the site context, outweigh the loss of mature trees resulting from the
proposed development. Further, in our opinion, we consider the proposal to provide
environmental gains generally above and beyond the existing situation.

This report should be read in conjunction with the Ecological Assessment Report (Ref
DE07631ECO) by Duke Environmental dated May 2007.

 

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APPENDIX A

APPENDIX B
APPENDIX C
APPENDIX D

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APPENDICES

Figures and Drawings

Figure 1.0 — Locality

Figure 2.0 - Aerial

Landgraphics Drawing LA01, Issue C, Sheet 01 af 05
Drawing No. DE07631/02 Sheet 1 of 2

Drawing No. DE07631/03 Sheet 2 of 2

Site Photos

Plant Schedule

Rehabilitation and Weed Management Procedures

 

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1.0

INTRODUCTION
1.1 Preamble

Duke Environmental was commissioned by Robert James Sherrard & GFT (TEE)
Pty Ltd to undertake this Weed Management and Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan.
The report has been compiled generally in accordance with the Land Protection
(Pest Route Management) Act (2002), the Fisheries Act (1994), Planning Scheme
Policy (PSP) 18 (Ecological Assessment Guidelines) and PSP 3 (Landscaping
Plants and Guidelines) of the Noosa Plan (2006).

The Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan addresses revegetation strategies and weed
Management procedures for degraded areas identified in the Duke Environmental
Ecological Assessment Report (EAR) (Ref: ACO7631ECO) dated May 2007, and
provides advice in regards to local authority legisiation and planning guidelines.

This report should be read in conjunction with the EAR (Ref: AC07631ECO) dated
May 2007.

1.2 Aims and Objectives

The aims of this document are to:

1. Provide procedures and management guidelines with the intent of
rehabilitating degraded areas within the subject site;

2. Provide a framework for compliance with regard to relevant State and
Local Legislation and Planning Guidelines;

Specific objectives of the document include the following:

» To provide detailed methodology for the rehabilitation of river bank
vegetation and rehabilitation works including plant schedule details,
performance and monitoring requirements, corrective actions,
timeframes, responsible persons and maintenance schedule/bond
details;

e To provide procedures detailing the management of exotic/invasive weed
species; .

¢ To provide methodology to allow environmental safeguards to be carried
out correctly; and

¢ Tomanage site activities effectively.

 

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1.3. Site Location

The site is located at Makepeace Island, Noosa North Shore, approximately 40m
offshore within the Noosa River, and is described as Lot 55 on MCH 1667. Refer
Locality Pian (Figure 1.0) and Aerial Photograph (Figure 2.0) included in Appendix
A. .

The location of the rehabilitation works will address the majority of the degraded
areas identified in Duke Environmental Ecological Assessment Report (Ref:
AC07631ECO) and additionally include areas outside the proposed building works
as identified within this report. Rehabilitation works are non-inclusive of proposed
landscaping associated with the development. Refer Landscape Architectural
Details by Landgraphics (Drawing LA01, Issue C, Sheet 01 of 05).

Refer Drawing DE07631/02 Sheet 1 of 2 and Drawing No. LA01, Issue C, Sheet
01 of 05 included in Appendix A.

1.4 Site Characteristics

The site is generally flat with some minor relief, grading towards areas of lower
topography within the site. Signs of previous flooding in the lower lying areas were
observed during assessment.

Vegetation on the site can be generally described as a mosaic of grasslands,
mangroves, woodland and landscaping, ranging from disturbed to relatively pristine in
nature, Refer Section 4.3 of Duke Environmental (DE) Ecological Assessment Report
(Ref: ACO7631ECO) for vegetation community descriptions.

The site currently contains one (1) residential dwelling with associated facilities
including a separate boathouse and barge/boat landing docks. Also observed was an
additional unused dwelling raised on temporary supports. We understand this dwelling
to be part of the original house existing on the site. Disturbed areas on the site
appeared to be generally associated with the dwellings and consisted of small clearings
and vehicular tracks. Some areas of regrowth vegetation were also observed as being
degraded with significant invasion of declared and environmental weeds.

The area of the subject site is approximately 9.3ha; however, the focus study area is
approximately Sha in size.

Desktop analysis of published geology maps for the site indicates soil types/geology as
Estuarine channels and banks: sandy mud, muddy sand and minor gravel.

Refer DE Ecological Assessment Report (Ref: ACO7631ECO) Aerial Photograph
(Figure 2.0) in Appendix A and Site Photographs in Appendix B in this report for further
details.

2.0 PROPOSAL DETAILS

The proposal consists of a development application (dwelling house) for material change of
use of premises. We understand that the application is to be assessed under the superseded
Planning Scheme. For further details regarding the implications of the Planning Scheme
changes refer to Ken Hicks Town Planning Report (Ref: 070137T, dated February 2007).

Details for the proposed development can be seen on Drawing No. LAO1, Issue C, Sheet
01 of 05 included in Appendix A.

 

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3.0 LEGISLATION / OTHER GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

3.1 State Government

3.1.1 Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002

Under the Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002, a
list of declared species has been targeted for control due to their potential
negative impacts. The species have been designated under three (3)
classes, each possessing differing management obligations. Where a
relevant species has been identified on a parcel of land, the land holder is
legally obliged to control the declared plant in the following manner:

Class 1 pests — Landowner must take reasonable steps to keep the land free
of Class 1 pests.

Class 2 pests — Landowner must take reasonable steps to keep land free of
Class 2 pests.

Class 3 pests — Landowners are not required to control Class 3 pests unless
the land is adjacent an environmentally sensitive area.

Ecological Assessment of the subject site (Refer ACO7631ECO) has
identified the following declared plants within the study area:

Bryophylium sp. (Mother of Millions) - Class 2 pest.
Baccharis halimifolia (Groundsel Bush) — Class 2 pest.
Asparagus aethiopicus (Asparagus Fern) — Class 3 pest.
Lantana camara (Lantana) — Class 3 pest.

Sphagneticola trilobata (Singapore Daisy) — Class 3 pest.

3.1.2 Fisheries Act 1994

Under the Fisheries Act 1894 the subject site is located within a Fish Habitat
Area (FHA) and as such all marine plants (alive or dead) are protected.
Vegetation or communities relevant to this legislation and identified in the
Ecological Assessment Report (Ref: DE07631ECO dated May 2007) include:

Sporobolus virginicus closed grassland

Closed mangrove forest

Casuarina glauca/Melaleuca quinquenervia open forest
Regrowth vegetation with Eucalypt spp. emergents.
Landscaped areas with scattered Eucalypts.

Any interference to the communities (or native vegetation) associated with
the proposal will require a Permit to Damage Vegetation under the Act.

For further details refer to Duke Environmental Ecological Assessment
Report (DE07631ECO) dated May 2007.

Additionally, rehabilitation and weed management is to generally conform to
provisions provided under the following Fisheries Guidelines documentation:

« Fisheries Guidelines Ref: FHGO03 (2000) (Fish Habitat Buffer Zones)

 

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e Fish Habitat Area Code of Practice Ref: FHACoPO1({2005) (The
Lawful Use of Physical, Pesticide and Biological Controls in a
Declared Fish Habitat Area).

¢ Fish Habitat Management Operational Policy Ref: FHMOP001 (2002)
(Management and Protection of Marine Plants).

3.2 Local Government

3.2.1 Local Authority Planning Scheme (Superseded)

The site is designated as a “Rural Preservation Zone” under the superseded
Planning Scheme.

Under the superseded Strategic Designation the site is located within the Noosa
North Shore/Cooloola locality and is also designated as “Open Space —
Conservation and Waterway protection” area. We understand that under the
superseded planning scheme the development of a “dwelling house” is a
consistent and as of right use in the Rural Preservation Zone

Refer Appendix E of Report ACO7631ECO for Local Authority Information.
3.2.2 Local Authority Zoning Issues

The site is subject to the following assessment processes under the superseded
Planning Scheme;

Table of Zones — Rural Preservation

Specifically, the site is designated “Rural Preservation”. As such, we understand
development of a “dwelling house” within the site is self assessable under Table
2.4 (Table of Zones).

3.2.3 Planning Scheme Policy 03 (Landscaping Plants and Guidelines)

Under PSP03 of the Noosa Plan, Section 9.0 lists undesirable plant species
that are not acceptable for inclusion in landscaping and are to be removed
where possible. The following species listed in PSPO03 have been observed
on the subject site (Refer Duke Environmental Report NO. ACO7631ECO for
details):

Asparagus aethiopicus (Asparagus fern — highly invasive)
Jacaranda mimisifolia (Jacaranda)

Sanservieria trifasciata (Mother in Laws Tongue)
Schefflera actinophylla (Umbrella Tree)

Sphagneticola trilobata (Singapore Daisy ~ highly invasive)
Passiflora sp. (Passionfruit Vine) ~

3.2.4 Biodiversity Overlay Code

As detailed in the Noosa Council Information Request (Ref: 2007/445) the
proposal is to conform to the specific outcomes of Division 4 (Biodiversity Overlay
Code) of the current Noosa Plan. Refer to Appendix F (in Duke Environmental
Ecological Assessment Report Ref: ACO07631ECO) for a detailed response to the
Code.

 

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REHABILITATION PLAN

4.1 Plan Summary

This rehabilitation plan is required to rehabilitate areas on the subject site identified
as degraded in Duke Environmental Ecological Assessment Report
(AC07631ECO). Areas of degradation were generally observed as being infested
with a variety of non-native species including several declared species as listed
under the Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002.

Refer to Appendix G in Duke Environmental Ecological Assessment Report
(AC07631ECO) for detailed species lists.

A summary of the rehabilitation plan for zones 1-4 (as identified on Drawing
DE07631/02 Sheet 01 of 02 included in Appendix A) is below.

4.1.1 Zone 1- Weed Control and Natural Recrultment

Areas designated as Zone 1 were observed as generally possessing
significant canopy cover of native species combined with some invasive
species and understorey invaded with weedy/exotic species (in some cases
significantly). For detailed vegetation community descriptions refer to Duke
Environmental Ecological Assessment Report (Ref: ACO7631ECO).
Management of these areas is to consist of thorough removal of invasive and
exotic species with particular focus on the species listed in Sections 3.1.1
and 3.2.3. Refer to Appendix D for weed control procedures.

After clearance of all invasive species, rehabilitation will rely on on-going
maintenance of the areas and natural recruitment of native species from in-
situ seed stock. We expect that by relying on natural regeneration, an
appropriate suite of species associated with several stratum will develop.

4.1.2 Zone 2—Weed Control and Supplementary River Bank Planting

Areas designated as Zone 2 were generally analogous to the eastern riparian
zone of the Noosa River, Vegetation adjoining the watercourse was observed
as degraded with patches of invasive species (Singapore Daisy in particular)
holding bank integrity stable. The banks were observed to also contain many
native trees and mangroves, acting to support the riparian zone (Refer Duke
Environmental Ecological Assessment Report (Ref: ACO7631ECQ) for
detailed descriptions). In accordance with FHMOP 001 (2002) no interference
with these riparian species is to occur.

Management of this zone will incorporate weed control and additional
plantings to supplement existing native species. Invasive species supporting
bank integrity are to be removed but additional bank support may be required
during the initial establishment of planted tube stock (eg. Jute matting with
intensive planting).

Species to supplement existing vegetation and create a buffer zone of at
least 5m width (in general accordance with FHG003 — Fish Habitat Buffer
Zones) include those observed in intact vegetation on-site incorporating trees
(at 2m x 3m centres) and ground covers (1m centres). Refer to Appendix C
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The estimated number of plants (trees and ground covers) required for
rehabilitation in this area is approximately 3630, assuming no native
vegetation present. The actual number of species needed will be dependant
on native species coverage. Weed Gunnel mutchmats are to be used to
prevent weed establishment around planted tree species.

"Refer Drawing No. DE07631/03, sheet 02 of 02 in Appendix A for

Rehabilitation Plan details, Appendix C (Plant Schedule) and Appendix D
(Rehabilitation and Weed Management Procedures) for details.

4.1.3 Zone 3—No Rehabilitation

Zone 3 was observed as areas proposed for landscaping works associated
with the development. As such, no rehabilitation or weed control methods are
proposed in this report. However, landscaping works (developed by others)
are to pay due attention to PSP03 (Landscaping Plants and Guidelines) of
the Noosa Plan.

4.1.4 Zone 4- Weed Control and Disturbance Plantings

Zone 4 areas were observed as consisting of generally pristine grasslands
and mangrove forests (Refer Duke Environmental Ecological Assessment
Report for detailed vegetation descriptions). However, a disturbed vehicular
track was noted in the grassland to the east of Zone 4 (Refer Drawing
DE07631/02, sheet 1 of 2 for track location). The proposed development
intends to incorporate a boardwalk along this disturbance; therefore
rehabilitation of the site (Post construction) will be required. Additionally,
under the Fisheries Act (1994), any interference with native marine
vegetation associated with the development may require a permit to damage
vegetation from the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries.

A dense planting of appropriate ground-cover species will be utilised in
conjunction with weed removal and on-going maintenance to rehabilitate the
pathway. Weed Gunnel mulch mats are proposed to prevent weed
establishment and facilitate maintenance around planted species.

The area of the proposed boardwalk is approximately 183m?, therefore an
estimated 732 seedlings will be required to provide a density similar to that of
the grassland present.

Additionally, the entirety of Zone 4 is to be monitored for the development of
any invasive species that may germinate in response to disturbance from the
proposal. Where non-desirable species are observed, removal according to
the procedures in Appendix E is required.

Refer Drawing No. DE07631/02 and DE07631/03 in Appendix A, Plant

Schedule in Appendix C and Rehabilitation and Weed Management
Procedures in Appendix D for details.

Project Timing

Rehabilitation will be undertaken in one (1) stage.

Stage 1: Complete weed management and revegetation works within the
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4.3 Rehabilitation strategy

Rehabilitation is to be undertaken in general accordance with Section 4.0, Drawing
DE07631/02 (in Appendix A) and with regard to relevant local legislation
guidelines. Refer Section 3.0 — Legislation/Other Government Information.

Refer to Drawing LA01, Issue C, Sheet 01 of 05 for Preliminary Landscape Plan,
Drawings DE07631/02, Sheet 01 of 02 and DEO7631/03, sheet 02 of 02 for
Rehabilitation and Weed Management Plans included in Appendix A; Appendix C
for Plant Schedule; and Appendix D for details of procedures regarding
rehabilitation strategy and weed management.

4.4 Maintenance Schedule/Requirements

To assist successful revegetation, maintenance is to be on-going during the plant
establishment period (minimum of 2years) with the first year being critical.
Seedlings are to be kept weed free (to minimise competition for sunlight and
nutrients) and a thick muich layer is to be retained around seedlings at all times.
The following requirements and corrective actions are to be implemented after all
declared and environmental weeds have been removed and all replanting and
rehabilitation works have been finalised.

 

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Requirement

Year One

Monthly maintenance for the first 6
months reduced to every 2 months for
the second six month period.
Eradication and control of all
environmental and declared weeds.

Mulch cover as applied at planting
stage.

>90% seedling survival.

Revegetation to be well established
with heights, density and diversity
similar to that of naturally occurring
areas of similar vegetation at a similar
age.

Year Three

Maintenance to be performed at a
minimum of 3 monthly periods.
Clearance of ail declared and
environmental weeds.

Rehabilitation Plantings are to
resemble a naturally structured
ecosystem of a similar age; plant
height and foliage cover are
comparable to similar vegetation
communities in the area (of similar
age) with no less than 80% of naturally
occurring foliage cover and height.

Corrective Action/Comment

N/A

Remove all environmental and
declared weeds, treat stumps and
regrowth.

Remulch to original depth.

Replant species as required.

Replant species as required, increase
water to seedlings and ensure mulch
cover.

N/A

Additional weed removal and
alternative weed removal methods.
Additional planting of advanced tree

" stock with additional watering regime in

order to achieve 80% foliage cover and
height. Apply slow release organic
fertiliser to existing and additional tree
stock where necessary.

 

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4.5 Project Monitoring and Performance Criteria

The success of the Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan will be determined by
compliance with performance criteria defined below.

Under the principles of due-diligence for self-assessable development; we consider
it prudent to undertake project monitoring based on assessment of performance
criteria at regular intervals. Performance: Criteria are based on recognised
vegetation rehabilitation principles, and on mimicking structural and floristic
parameters of similar naturat vegetation communities in the area.

The maintenance period will commence after all declared and environmental
weeds have been removed and all replanting and rehabilitation works have been
finalised. The monitoring of rehabilitation progress will be undertaken at regular
intervals (12 and 24 month basis) commencing from the initiation of the
maintenance period. Required variables for the monitoring program are to reflect
the objectives described for Performance Criteria including:

e Level of declared and environmental weed recovery;
e Density and diversity of planted species (level of senescence); and
« Growth rate of planted species (Height and Foliage Cover).

Detailed Performance Criteria milestones are to be assessed periodically by a
suitably qualified consultant. Where performance criteria are assessed as
insufficient, corrective actions (refer to Section 4.4 - Maintenance
Schedule/Requirements for details) are to be undertaken. Performance Criteria
milestones are as follows:

a) Upon Completion of initial plantings
b) “On Maintenance’ inspection.

e® The maintenance period has been in progress for no less than 1
year;

Control of environmental and declared weeds;

e Cleared and degraded areas have been planted with appropriate
native species at densities comparable to those at “As Planted”
levels and/or levels in similar natural vegetation communities
(>90% survival of seedlings); .

e¢ Revegetation is well established with planted tree species at
heights of no less than 1m and with supplementary planting to be
undertaken to replace losses;

¢ Species diversity levels are comparable with “As Planted” levels
and/or levels in similar/surrounding natural vegetation
communities.

c) “Off Maintenance” inspection

e The maintenance period has been in progress for no less than 2
years;

e Rehabilitation resembles a naturally structured ecosystem — plant
height and foliage cover are generally comparable to similar
vegetation communities of similar age in the area (no less than
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diversity levels are comparable to “As Planted” levels and to
similar vegetation communities in the area; and

e Control (to suitable standard) of declared and environmental
weeds.

Compliance with the above Performance Criteria is to be assessed by a suitably
qualified consultant.

5.0 PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL OFFSETS

In our opinion, we consider details included in Table 5.1 below to qualitatively provide details
of proposed environmental offsets.

Table 5.1

Proposed Environmental Offsets

 

Environmental Neutralities/Gains

Environmental Losses

 

Proposed development restricted to
areas of disturbance

Development to be limited to an area
of Sha within the 9.3ha total site area.

Development will afford protection to
areas of undisturbed forest, marine
plants, vegetation and potential
habitat areas during the construction
and operational phases of the
development.

Loss of approximately 59 mature
trees of Diameter Breast Height
(DB) between 300mm and 1000mm

- (Refer to Drawing DEQ7631/01 for

details).

Reduced vegetative buffer between
the proposed development and
waterway/wetland areas.

Potential reduction of mature habitat
area for use by local fauna species.

 

e Development area is to also provide
control of invasive and declared weed
species.

e Potential increase in biodiversity
value through contro! of invasive
species

Development area to be rehabilitated
including existing degraded
vegetation communities with
appropriate species.

e Rehabilitation will supplement
existing native species populations
on the site.

« Rehabilitation plans will potentially
result in greater stabilization of beach
areas through supplemental bank
area plantings (Mangroves). .

e Upgrading of existing on-site
sewerage treatment and effluent
disposal syste.

e Improved water conservation
management through effective re-use
of non-potable water.

¢ Effective non-worsening of flood
impacts to neighbouring properties.

 

 

 

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In general, we consider site rehabilitation and weed management to provide benefits
(including those described above) that potentially outweigh the loss of existing mature trees
resulting from the proposed development. Details of the number of trees proposed for
removal and their estimated Diameter Breast Height (DBH) are detailed in Table 5.2 below:

Table 5.2

TREES FOR PROPOSED REMOVAL

 

 

NUMBER OF TREES APPROXIMATE DIAMETER BREAST
PROPOSED HEIGHT (DBH) RANGE (mm)
18 800-1000
31 500-800
410 300-500

 

 

 

 

Based on the Table 5.1 and 5.2, and in our opinion, we consider the proposal to provide net
environmental gains above and beyond the existing situation.

6.0 CONCLUSIONS

In order to comply with the requirements of the Fisheries Act 1994, PSP03 (Landscaping
Plants and Guidelines) and Division 4 (Biodiversity Overlay Code) of the Noosa Plan, the
methods detailed within this plan are to be adhered to as a minimum.

Notwithstanding that the proposal is to be undertaken under the superseded planning
scheme, we have undertake a review of the requirements of the Biodiversity Overlay
Code (Division 4 of the Noosa Plan). A detailed response to specific outcomes contained
therein can be found in Duke Environmental Ecological Assessment Report (Ref:
AC07631ECO).

Additionally, we believe weed management and rehabilitation procedures contained
within this report to be of sufficient extent/detail to satisfy requirements of the Land
Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002.

7.0 RECOMMENDATIONS

Overall it is recommended that the rehabilitation of on-site vegetation be subject to the
following:

¢ The methods for rehabilitation contained within are adhered to as a minimum
standard of performance in order to generally comply with requirements
contained within the Fisheries Act 1994, PSP18 and PSP3 and Biodiversity
Overlay Code (Division 4) of the Noosa Plan and the Land Protection (Pest and
Stock Route Management) Act 2002.

 

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8.0 LIMITATIONS OF THIS REPORT

This Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan has been tailored to report on issues in the.aréa of
interest being Lot 55 on MCH 1667, Makepeace Island, Noosa North Shore. The
information in this report is not to be. used outside of the subject area.

We consider that this Plan accurately considers conditions at the area of interest at the
time the plan was developed, and based on information supplied to us by second and
third parties. This rehabilitation plan is to be reviewed, if site conditions change inthe
future.

This Weed Management and Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan has: been undertaken for
the ‘specific purposes of Robert James Sherrard & GFT (TEE) Pty Ltd, as detailed in our
correspondence to them, and is ‘solely for the use of Robert James Sherrard & GFT
(TEE) Pty Ltd.

This Weed Management and Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan should only be used in full,
and may-not be used to support objéctives other than those sét out herein, except:where
written approval, with comments, are provided by Duke Environmental.

Duke Environmental accept no liability with respect to the accuracy of information
supplied by second and third parties.

9.0 CLOSURE

Should further information be réquired, please. contact:

Stephen Hayes Paula Duke

BSc(Env)Hons MEngSc BAppSc(Chem) PGDipEd CEnvP MEIANZ
Environmental Scientist / Ecologist Principal Environmentai Scientist

For Duke Environmental For Duke Environmental

 

2006

 

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10.0 REFERENCES

1. Environmental Protection Agency / National Parks and Wildlife Service, 2006.

Regional Ecosystems Database.
http:/www.epa.qid.gov.au/nature_conservation/biodiversity/r
“Queensland Government, Brisbane. .

   

2. Noosa Council, 2000. The Noosa Plan. Noosa Council.

ionalecosystems/.

 

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DOCUMENT STATUS a ROBERT JAMES SHERRARD & GFT (TEE) PTY LTD

FOR APPROVAL ro som mu D uké _ PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

Not for Construction)
- —— LOT 55 ON MCH1667 [en ss |

Environmental "MAKEPEACE ISLAND, NOOSA NORTH SHORE |
: as DEO7631/02

nS PAS COPA PTE momar Tris __ WEED MANAGEMENT/REHABILITATION PLAN

 

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‘Sitn Management
Weed Contd Mathods

Regeneration and Revegetation Gitde
Tering and Watering Needs
Maintenance Schade

Acsitiona) Hotes

SITE MANAGEMENT

PuaeNs

akered in any form.
tastion,

noxious and emdronmental weeds tor

Bacchais haim¥oia
Sanservia. riiasciata
Asparagus sathioprus
Sphagneticoss tibbate
Scheftera acthopryts
Lontans camera

palnl methods are suggested).
‘weed seed Setting.
council refuse faciity.

 

ameter of 500cm for planting and

For speciic weed treatment techniques reter to Queensiand Dapariment of Naturaf Resources and
govaupestst

Mines ~ Post Facts. nig ery 17m. a

3. REGENERATION AND REVEGETATION GUIDE

Naturally occuring revegetation is to be retained and promoted in conjunction with planted species.

‘Species tobe ptanted shoutd be consistent wah thet of RE 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 52.1.3 and ather endemic
native species located on the subject site. Refer to Species List.

Tube stock shoudt be sun-hardened prior to sevegetalion works and be of locally derived seed stock
Due te presimly of er and wetland, orgie fiers are tobe used us per manufrs

Procadures fr planking of tube stock shoud be conisten with hari best practices, For irther

Information on planting technique refer

Dit Mew rrw oft oy surfactiteet oper tey £31 oof
Praring densites and fayout, shail atempt tomimic a naturally occurting ecosystem, therefore straight
fines and patterns shoud be aveided. Refer to Planting Guide inset.

WEED MANAGEMENT AND REHABILITATION PLAN

Existing native vegetation Gnduding tha extent of dip Gnes) within the Rehabiitation area shal net be

Oebris remaining from previous land use sctivties shal be removed and disposed of in an appropriate

2. WEED IDENTIFICATION AND CONTROL

A suitably qualified person shail be present ta inspect the Rehsbilltation area toidentty and mark
appropriate tr

‘Special attention ls required for the detection of dactared plants 2s listed under tha Lends Protection

(Pest and Stock Routs Management Act 2002 (QLO).
Panicular focus wil be applied to the fofiaang dectared and environmental weeds:

Infiel weed central shall be completed befare revegetation plantings commence.

Manual /mechanical removal of woody species is the preferred method however; larger species may
require chemical means of removal (e.g. 0 end peint, stem injection).

species lobe removed / lreated must be done so wilhau! causing damage to existing native
vegetation, if this is not possible the plant shell be treated via sien Injection and letio de in-situ,
Extrem caution is to be taken to ensure herbicides do nct ender waterway (manual removal or cut and

Brushculting shall be used to contral herbaceous weed species dusing establishment to prevent further
Alt nadous and enisonmental weed seed shall be removed of site and disposed of at an appropiate
Exatic grasses and herbaceous weed species are subtect to ongoing stashing / brushasting regime to
pravent seed setting whilst maintaining groundcaver to prevent erosion.

‘Woody weeds species shail be removed mechznicaly / manually if possible with minimal sad disruption.
‘Where this ts net possitte, Ihe woody weed shall be Wealed via cut and peint methods (Bradley

Centers fer tree plantings ara to be treated wiih appropriate herbicide to produce a minimum circle

4. TIMING AND WATERING NEEDS

Toincrease the success of planlings, revegetation should be carted out during ina wetter / warmer

months of year.

In the absence of substentisi reintell events, new plantings shail be walered @ minimum of thres times
during the frat week cf plarting, two times the second week, once in the thisd week end as necessary
(seeding performance to be monitored) for the duration of this rehabitation pian {j.<. until off

maintenance period commences).
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

2

To assist successfid revegelation, mainlenance istobe an-gaing dying the plant establishment peniog
{rrinamum 3 years) with the frst year being critical. Seediings are to bs kept weed fee (tominimize
‘competion for mazients and suniight) and s thick mutch layer is tobe retained around all seedings.

Perfarmanca Criterta

Year’

-  Monthty maintenance tor the frst 6 months
reduced Lo every 2months lor the second 6
months

Egadication and contra of all environmental
‘and cedered weeds

- Mulch cover as eppied of planting stage

+ 290% seeding sunival

- Revegetation is weil estahilsned with neighis
densty and dversity smas lo that of naturaby
‘occurring areas of similar vegetation

Year 2
Maintenance every 3 months (min.

-  Bracdcaidon and contret of all enviromental
and dedared weedt

Sich coves 2s apd staring sage
280% seeding sunivel

Revegetation is wal estabished with heights
densiy and diversity cimdar to that of naturaty
cecuntng erees ef simizr vegetation

Yoar3

+ Maintenance every 3 months (min).

+ Cleayance of afl deciered and environmental
wonds.

Rehabilt aon plantings resembie a naturaly
structured ecosystem ofa similyy age, plant
teighl and foliage cover ae carparable
to simfae vegetation comuTemiies in the area
(ci siniiar 2g) with no less than 80% of
naluraby occurring fllage cover and height.

3X ADDITIONAL NOTES

Corrective Actlon/ Comments
- WA

+ Remove al environmental and
declared weeds, treet stumps enc

regrowth

Rarraich to original depth

+ Replant species as requred

~ Replact species es requred,
increase water lo seedings and
exsure much cover,

 

“Species to be ptented should be sourced from local landcare groups where posse.
lean weed free mitch tobe utilised for exposed exeas and revegeisiion seedings.
Nol af species fisted may be avaitable ef tims of planting. howaver @ is essential a wide dversly of

Species are utilised (75% of Isies scecies}

 
 
 
  
  

DOCUMENT STATUS
FOR APPROVAL
(Not for Construction}

 

 
    

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PO Box 78 Wurhia 4575,

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TSS LAK S COPUAGHT AODTECTED OY

REVEGETATION SPEGES UST
Bank plantings and Grassland Species:

BOTANICAL MAME ‘SOMO NAM
Abcewmbetorubu’ — Fired Ste Ook
Aphtoes exeise™ Ragas
Bugieagmorktes — Onsgalangrove
Contes pace” Swamy She Oak

Mpperts Gombe Cost Boobals
Razopbore aybeat Rea kiangrove

+4 Species to seas ontyan rw bars
“= Typical plonwsarig species 1o doxaate in revegetion
Groundcovers
Seaeecconpens Gautam”

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Ieppeata cy Par et Gixy Geass
Locoescte bogtode. Spkryeed tt
Lomende mutton Leary Fiomered tad Rush

anstrads Coupe Reed
Souccisvipuce’ — Sadearh
Zeyh oman PretyCouch

* = Typical spectes to carthete br reagetition

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P1. View to the west of Zone 4. Note relatively pristine nature and lack of invasive
species.

 

P2. Zone 4 Baccharis halimifolia invasion.

 

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P3. Proposed area for boardwalk looking north (Zone 4). Rehabilitation of the
grassland is to follow construction.

 

P4. Class 2 declared pest Baccharis halimifolia in flower within Zone 1.

 

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P6. View of Zone 1. Note Baccharis halimifolia (Groundsel Bush) in the
understorey.

 

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P8. Bank condition on the eastern side of the island. Note undercutting of the bank.

 

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Supplementary Bank Plantings and Grassland Restoration Species

 

 

 

 

Plant species Common Name GIF Dist._|_ Size at planting Zon
Allocasuarina torrulosa* Forest She Oak T c 2" tubestock 2
Alphitonia excelsa* Red Ash T Cc 2” tubestock 2
Bruguiera gymnorhiza+ Orange Mangrove T oO 2" tubestock 2
Casuarina glauca* Swamp She Oak T c 2" tubestock 2
Myoporim acuminatum Coastal Boobelia $ c 2” tubestock 2
Rhizophora stylosat+ Red Mangrove T O 2" tubestock 2

 

 

 

 

 

+= Species to occur only on river banks
* = Typical pioneering species to dominate in revagetation

Plant species
Acrostichum speciosum

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Common Name

Understorey Species

 

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“(assuming ho.native vegetation present)

      

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APPENDIX

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REHABILITATION AND
WEED MANAGEMENT
PROCEDURES

 

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Duke”

Environmental

Environmental Management Consullants

ELEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURE EP012 REVEGETATION

1.

Objective

To revegetate degraded vegetation to maintain or improve water quality
and biodiversity within the Noosa River catchment.

To provide additional buffer capacity in degraded bank areas to protect
and enhance environmental values and ecosystem services.

To revegetate land previously cleared for fural pursuits.

To increase the site potefttial for habitat-and corridor linkages for flora
and fauna.

To increase the sites visual amenity.

 

 

 

Management Strategies
and Actions

 

 
    
   
 

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A consultant / contractor practiced in revegetation techniques for
degraded areas and with the use of local native plants.is to supervise the
required works for the site.

The selection of species planted on the site is to be based on vegetation
types present on the subject site. Appendix D lists suitable native
species. Where possible seedlings shall be sourced from local landcare
groups using locally collected, endemic seed stocks.

No exotic species and / or potential weed species should be planted.

Chemical fertilisers should not be used due to the proximity of waterways
and wetlands. As a substitute, slow-release organic fertilizers can be
applied as per manufacturers specifications ensuring excess material is
not washed off by stormwater runoff and discharged to wetlands and
waterways.

Revegetation works should aim to mimic natural vegetation, so planting in
rows or other obvious patterns should be avoided.

Planted species will require water at time of planting then on an as
needed basis. On average, planted species will require water every day
for the first weék and every second day in the following week, in the
absence of rain. This schedule varies with seasons, soil types, mulch
(quantity and type used), proximity to other tree species and proximity to
water.

The use of “Weed-Gunnell” mulch mats will reduce weed encroachment,
until ground covers and shrubs are established.

The weed control strategies and revegetation phase should be

 

 

 

5 MAY 2007. implemented consecutively.
\o 104 SA SHIRE COUNCIL Revegetation and rehabilitation strategies should be limited to weed
\ 4 dnoat COENTER /” contro} and enrichment planting where there is already an existing natural
2 regeneration occurring.
Pa
9 {| 3 Suggested planting densities do not take into account existing native
vegetation. Consequently we suggest final plant numbers to be
accurately calculated based on supplementa! needs.
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Environmenial

Environmental Management Consutlants

ELEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURE EP012 REVEGETATION

Approximate areas and planting density
Zone:2 -Supplementary rehabilitation planting 3302m?
This zone is to consist of supplementary plantings to aid waterway
protection and act as a mitigation measure to minimise any potential
erosion. Revegetation plantings shal! extend approximately 5m (min)
from the river top of bank. Planting for buffer areas are to be at the
following minimum densities:

e Trees: 2m centres

e Shrubs: 2m centres

¢ Groundcovers: 1m centres

Species appropriate to planting are listed in Appendix D.

Zone 4- Grassland rehabilitation planting 183m?
This zone is to consist of rehabilitation plantings to restore observed
degraded areas of the intact native grassland. Revegetation plantings
shall incorporate the.entirety of the degraded vehicular track (non-
inclusive of proposed boardwalk). Plantings are to be at the following
minimum densities:

e Groundcovers: 0.75m centres

Species appropriate to planting are listed in Appendix D.

 

3. Monitoring and
Performance Indicators

Monitoring will be undertaken on a 12 and 24 month basis by a suitably
qualified consultant until the site is accepted off-maintenance to ensure
that revegetation and rehabilitation has taken place in accordance with
this Weed Management and Vegetation Rehabilitation Plan. The
performance indicators will be the adequate revegetation and
rehabilitation of the site in accordance with the objectives stated in
“Section 4.5 — Project Monitoring and Performance Criteria”.

 

4. | Commencement‘and
Timeframe

Revegetation and Rehabilitation strategies should be implemented
commensurate with weed removal and control strategies. The timeframe
for the completion of the Revegetation and Rehabilitation element must
comply with the Performance Criteria.

The order of vegetation works is:

1.Stage One: Weed Management and Control followed as soon as
practicable by rehabilitation plantings

Where possible revegetation works shall be carried out during the
warmer, wetter months of the year to provide suitable soil moisture
conditions for seedling establishment.

 

5. | Responsible.Person /
Organisation

Revegetation implementation, monitoring, and reporting, and any
necessary corrective actions are the responsibility of the Project Manager
of the development.

 

6. | Reporting and Review

 

 

 

Compliance reporting is the responsibility of the Project Manager.

All incidents that create harm to flora or fauna are to be reported to a
Council officer appointed for this purpose.

Foltowing the designated monitoring schedule, the Environmental
Consultant will inspect and confirm-satisfactory compliance of the works.

 

 

 

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Environmental

Environmental Management Consuttants

ELEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURE EP012 REVEGETATION

The Environmental Consultant will report compliance of works to the
Project Manager.

Where less than adequate Revegetation has occurred in an area the
reason/s for non-compliance must be ascertained and corrective action
faken.

 

7. | Corrective Action

 

 

 

Methods should include:
e Additional Revegetation and Rehabilitation; and
« Alternative Revegetation and Rehabilitation weed removal
techniques.
Corrective action will be undertaken upon request from the Local
Authority delegate.

 

 

 

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Se See i a nd COLO Bea |

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Environmental Management Consultants

Objective

WEED REMOVAL & CONTROL

To comply with : ;
"= The Lands Protection (Pest and Stock Route
Management) Act 2002 (Qid)
= Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control Licensing
provisions and ‘code of practice, Department of Primary
Industries.

To contro! noxious, declared and environmental weeds within the subject
site.

To remove noxious, declared and environmental weeds within the subject
site.

To’ reduce and prevent further noxious afid environmental weed invasion
within the revegetation and rehabilitation area.

To allow natural succession of the bushland area to regenerate:

To improve the visual amenity-of the area.

 

 

 

Management Strategies
and Actions

 

A person suitably qualified in Native Vegetation Rehabilitation and weed
contro! is to be present to identify and remove weeds.

Manua!.(hand pulling) removal of weed species on stable land formations.
if the preferable method. However, some weed species will require
chemical methods of removal preferably via stem injection, chip frill or cut
and paint methods. On steeper areas and river banks chemical methods
are preferred to reduce potential soil disturbance and subsequent
erosion.

Under the Fisheries Act 1994, no motorised methods are to applied (i.e.
brushcutters etc.).

Larger species to be removed/treated must be done so without causing
damage to existing native vegetation. Where this is not possible the plant
should be treated via stem injection techniques and left to die in-situ.

Extreme caution should be taken to ensure that herbicides do not enter
the waterway, the cut and paint method has been suggested as this
method is the least likely to enter the stream system.

The weeds listed under the Lands Protection (Pest and Stock Route
Management) Regulation 2003 (QLD) require immediate removal from
the site.

Weeds species should be targeted and removed prior to the seeding of
the plant to prevent further distribution.

Weed removal of each species will be conducted in a way that maximizes
the potential for total removal of the plant and minimise potential
regrowth.

Where removal of listed species may endanger bank integrity, additional
soil support may be required. Jute matting pinned closely to the soil
surface and planted densely with ground covers is the suggested
technique in this circumstance.

 

The movement of vehicles will be restricted to prevent the further spread

 

 

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ELEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURE EP014 WEED REMOVAL & CONTROL

 

of weed invasion.

Centres for tree planting are to be treated with appropriate herbicide to
produce a minimum circle diameter of 500cm for planting and mulching.

Areas of weed removal can be revegetated with species indigenous to
the area, to shade out weéd species and prevent further outbreaks
except where otherwise detailed in Section 4.0.

Waste vegetation associated with removal of weed species is to be
temoved from the site and disposed of at pre-determined waste facility.

 

3. Monitoring and
Performance Indicators

Monitoring. will be undertaken at 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months by
suitably qualified person to ensure that weed removal has taken place
and no further encroachment of weed species is observed. The
Performance. Indicators will be the control and dectine of noxious and
environmental weed species on the site in accordance with the objectives
stated in “Section 4.5 of the Rehabilitation Plan ~ Project Monitoring and
Performance Criteria”.

A suitably qualified consultant will undertake weed control inspections at
random intervals. The Performance Indicators will be the maintenance of
all weed species to ensure that. weeds. do not displace or infest the
natural bushland areas.

 

4. | Commencement and
Timeframe

Commencement of the Weed Control should be in accordance with,
Section 4.5.— Project Monitoring and Performance. Criteria. Weed control
Strategies should be implemented commensurate with rehabilitation
strategies with initial weed control completed before rehabilitation
plantings commence. The timeframe for the completion of the Weed
control should comply with the Performance Criteria.

 

5. | Responsible Person /
Organisation

Weed removal implementation, monitoring of weed contral measures,
and any necessary corrective action is the responsibility of the project
manager of the development.

After acceptance of the site off-maintenance, weed eradication is the
responsibility of the applicant.

 

6. | Reporting and Review

Monthly reporting to the project manager is the responsibility of the
contractor conducting rehabilitation works.

All incidents that have or could potentially harm flora or fauna are to be
reported to a council officer appointed for this purpose. Following the
designated monitoring schedule, a local authority delegate will inspect
and confirm satisfactory compliance of works to the Project Manager.

Where fess than adequate weed removal has occurred in an area the
reason/s for non-compliance must be ascertained and corrective action
taken.

 

7. | Corrective Action

 

 

 

Methods should include:

« Additional weed removal; and

« Alternative weed removal techniques.
Corrective action will be undertaken. upon request from the Local
Authority delegate.

 

 

 

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