We are an association of government and non government agencies and practitioners working together to promote effective weed management in the Sydney Metropolitan and Lower Blue Mountains Region.
The Sydney region is characterised by large tracts of highly urbanised areas intersected with patches of native vegetation. Remnants of original bushland continue to exist as corridors, often in steep terrain, in the north and south. There are isolated patches on the alluvial flats of the Cumberland Plain and larger tracts in National Parks on the coastal and outer boundaries. Many tiny fragments are scattered throughout the built up areas of central Sydney. Much of Sydney’s bushland and waterways are threatened by invasive weeds and are under constant pressure from stormwater runoff with high nutrient loads.
To minimise the spread, and reduce the impact of weeds currently threatening the biodiversity, agricultural land and water resources of Sydney, we:
- plan and help to resource weed control projects (See this page for our regional weed plans)
- provide opportunities to increase skills in identifying and controlling weeds
- communicate latest best practice
- raise awareness of the impact of weeds on human and animal health, the environment, the economy
- workshop ways to prevent and control this impact in the most effective and economical manner
We aim to co-ordinate weed control actions and resources to prevent further spread of weeds, and to protect the most important assets that we have – our endangered ecosystems, waterways, agricultural land and critical habitat corridors.
If you would like to know more please contact rosanna.luca@cma.nsw.gov.au on 9895-7488 or your local council weeds officer.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is a guide only. Sydney Weeds Committee does not accept liability for any loss and/or damage, including financial loss, resulting from the reliance upon any information, advice or recommendations accessed via this website. Content on this site should not necessarily be taken to represent the views of the participating organisations.
The most appropriate control methods and management of invasive species should always be checked with the Local Control Authority (local council). Herbicides should always be used according to the specific product label and safety precautions.