• Weed removal will occur across the whole area, targeting a whole range of high threat weeds – from vines (Vinca, Ivy) to woody weeds (blackberry, gorse, broom) to trees (elm, ash, poplar).
• Revegetation along Bunjil Creek is aiming to replicate the grassy forest and grassy woodland that were originally present. This will involve planting a diverse array of species – canopy species like eucalyptus, shrubs like acacias and native grasses.
• We will also be conducting biodiversity monitoring at these sites – focussing on birds, flora and using a technique called eDNA to check for platypus.

The entire reserve, more than 43 hectares, will be managed as part of this project.

Works will include:

• Site access: Due to the steep and rocky nature of the site, an additional access point and solidified tracks will ensure safe and efficient works.
• Weeds will be managed across the entirety of the reserve. Key species include Pattersons curse, broom, serrated tussock, willow and boxthorn.
• Revegetation will be done in two types across the site. There will be two temporarily fenced off plots within the reserve that will protect new plants from being eaten by deer, rabbits and kangaroo. We will also include scattered planting with heavy duty plant protection along the creek lines. Planting will be diverse, including a range of native ground covers and grasses, acacia, she-oaks and eucalyptus.
• Fire management works will be conducted at Djirri Djirri – involving fire track maintenance over multiple years and proposed ecological burns to regenerate native grasses and limit weed growth in suitable areas of the site.
• Pest animal management (i.e. deer and rabbits) will also be occurring in the reserve.

• High-threat weeds (e.g. broom, gorse, blackberry and exotic grasses) will be managed yearly along Howey Creek.
• Sections of the creek reserves will be revegetated – choosing species that will bring back good habitat structure for animals once established.
• We will also be conducting biodiversity monitoring at these sites – focussing on birds, flora and using a technique called eDNA to check for platypus.

• Weed removal will occur across the site, targeting high threat weeds such as blackberry, elm, poplar and broom
• Revegetation will also occur in sections of the riparian area – focussing on the north/north-eastern banks. Planting aims to mimic natural vegetation and so will include a diversity of trees, plants and shrubs.
• We will also be conducting biodiversity monitoring at these sites – focussing on birds, flora and using a technique called eDNA to check for platypus.

• Weed removal will occur targeting weeds like blackberry, gorse and broom. Additionally, arborists will be brought in to remove weeds like pine and willow.
• Revegetation at this site will be more focussed on lower growing species (to avoid encroaching on the rail corridor) including a number of native grass species.
• We will also be conducting biodiversity monitoring at these sites – focussing on birds and flora to see how the project is improving habitat for animals.

• Weed management will occur over the course of the project, targeting high-threat weeds like blackberry, gorse, prunus and hawthorn.
• Revegetation will be focussed along the creek line including eucalyptus and acacia species.
• We will also be conducting biodiversity monitoring at these sites – focussing on birds, flora and using a technique called eDNA to check for platypus.
• We will also be conducting biodiversity monitoring at these sites – focussing on birds and flora to see how the project is improving habitat for animals.