African feather grass (Cenchrus macrourus) is an aggressive invader of roadsides, waste areas, riverbanks and pastures. Dense infestations of this weed outcompete other plants and can completely block waterways, and when dry create a fire hazard. African feather grass is an uncommon weed in Tasmania, only occurring in the Huon and Derwent Valleys. In the…
At its Ordinary Meeting to be held on 11 December 2019, the Huon Valley Council will revisit the decision to sell the portion of land containing the Cygnet Medical Centre at 14 George Street, Cygnet, following consideration of a public meeting, Tribunal hearing, and potential outcomes of an Expression of Interest (EOI) process. A public…
Tasmanian forests and woodlands dominated by black gum or Brooker’s gum (Eucalyptus ovata / E. brookeriana) were recently listed as critically endangered under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). A significant portion of this threatened vegetation community is located within the Huon Valley municipal area, mostly along waterways and damp, low-lying…
Following a decision made by the Commissioner for Transport, the Department of State Growth is reducing the speed limit on the Huon Highway 80 km/h to 60 km/h. This will extend from the current 60 km/h zone for a further 1.83 kilometres travelling south from Francistown Road. Following a request from a local resident in…
St. John’s wort was first introduced to Australia in 1875 as a garden plant with medicinal properties. Today it ranks as one of the worst pasture weeds in southern Australia. This aggressive invader of pasture and grasslands outcompetes native and introduced vegetation, forming dense stands that stop other plants from growing. Its sticky seeds are…
A new road base layer made of high-strength plastic webbing is being trialled as part of upgrade works along the Huon Valley’s Esperance Coast Road. The 19km Surges Bay to Dover road was identified for upgrade due to signs of wear and structural fracture along its length. As a key industry thoroughfare it is frequently…
