Invasive weeds will be removed along the banks of Whiteheads Creek in Seymour and replaced with native trees.
The works, along a 180-metre section of the creek adjoining the Goulburn Valley Highway, are part of the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority’s Round 2 Urban Waterway Works project, initiated by the Seymour Urban Landcare Group, to improve the quality of vegetation.
GB CMA River Health Officer, Christine Glassford, said the project, starting in April, would see desert ash, prunus and hawthorn trees removed along the creek.
“The removal of these woody weeds will significantly enhance the condition and aesthetics of this section of stream at the entry to Seymour,” Ms Glassford said.
“Some work will also occur between Oak Street and the railway line to address desert ash regrowth.
“This site is downstream of a section of the creek cared for by community members who will plant 200 native species later this year.”
This project aims to support residents to help care for and enjoy their local urban waterway environments.
A third round for expressions of interest in Urban Waterway Works will open later this year. Community members and land managers are encouraged to consider submitting projects to improve waterway condition in their towns. This project is funded by the Victorian Government as part of the GB CMA Connecting People and Place project.
For information visit www.gbcma.vic.gov.au or phone 03 5822 7700.
Invasive weeds will be removed along Whiteheads Creek in Seymour.