It is vital that any new weeds entering the Sydney Region are controlled immediately, before they can spread. If you see an invasive plant growing on private or public land that you have reason to believe is a weed new to your council area or to the Sydney Region, it is important to report it.
But first, PLEASE check that it is not already listed. (Weeds officers are often very busy supervising control operations, so your co-operation in checking the status of the plant first is most appreciated)
Step 1 – Try to identify the name of the plant using the identification resources on this website:
- Weeds of Sydney (illustrated)
- Self Guiding Weed Identification Tools
- Weed identification brochures
Step 2 – Send an email to the local council officer responsible for the area where the invasive plant was found. Who to contact
Please include the following information in your email:
- Make the title of the email “Possible new weed”
- Name of the plant (if you have been able to work it out)
- Detailed description of the place where the plant was found
- Date the plant was sighted
- Your contact details
Please also email 2-3 photos:
- Take photos of flowers or seeds (if any), stem, leaves and overall form
- Include a pen, foot or ruler to indicate scale