` Final Biodiversity Assessment: Proposed Resort Lot 1 PS500866 Blowholes Road,

Prepared for Australian Tourism Pty Ltd December 2019

Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd

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SUMMARY OF APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS...... 3 1 INTRODUCTION...... 5 2 STUDY AREA ...... 5 3 METHODS ...... 5 4 RESULTS ...... 8 5 LEGISLATIVE AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS ...... 13 6 MITIGATION MEASURES ...... 17 7 FURTHER REQUIREMENTS...... 18 REFERENCES...... 20 FIGURES ...... 22 APPENDIX 1 - FLORA...... 26 APPENDIX 2 – HABITAT HECTARE ASSESSMENT ...... 28 APPENDIX 3 – FLORA DATABASE RESULTS...... 29 APPENDIX 4 – FAUNA DATABASE RESULTS ...... 33 APPENDIX 5 – NATIVE VEGETATION REMOVAL (NVR) REPORT...... 38 APPENDIX 6 – NATIVE VEGETATION OFFSET (NVO) REPORT...... 39

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Assessment Biodiversity Assessment Address Lot 1 PS500866 Blowholes Road, Cape Bridgewater Project number 12771 Project manager Jordan Whitmore (Consultant Botanist) Report reviewer Aaron Organ (Director / Principal Ecologist) Mapping Monique Elsley (GIS Coordinator), Petra Sorensen (GIS Officer) File name 12771_EHP_BA_CapeBridgewater_Final_17122019 Client Australian Tourism Pty Ltd Bioregion Bridgewater CMA Glenelg Hopkins Council Glenelg Shire Council

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 2 Summary of Application Requirements

Table S1. Application requirements for a permit to remove native vegetation ( Planning ProvisionsClause 52.17 -3; DELWP 2017).

No. Application Requirement Response Application requirements under the Detailed Assessment Pathway Information about the native vegetation to be removed, including: • The assessment pathway and reason for the assessment pathway. • A description of the native vegetation to be removed: 1 See Appendix 5 (NVR Report) • Maps showing the native vegetation and property in context: • The offset requirement that will apply if the native vegetation is approved to be removed. Topographic and land information relating to the native vegetation to be removed, showing ridges, crests and hilltops, wetlands and waterways, slopes of more than 20 Details provided in Section 2 2 percent, drainage lines, low lying areas, saline discharge areas, and areas of existing and Figure 1. erosion, as appropriate. 3 Recent dated photographs of the native vegetation to be removed. Refer to Section 4. Details of any other native vegetation that was permitted to be removed on the same Native vegetation has not been property with the same ownership as the native vegetation to be removed, where 4 removed within the property the removal occurred in the five year period before the application to remove native within the past five years vegetation is lodged. An avoid and minimise statement. The statement describes any efforts to avoid the removal of, and minimise the impacts on the biodiversity and other values of native 5 Section 6.2 vegetation, and how these efforts focussed on areas of native vegetation that have the most value. A copy of any Property Vegetation Plan contained within an agreement made 6 pursuant to section 69 of the Conservation,ForestsandL andsAct1987 that applies Not applicable. to the native vegetation to be removed. Where the removal of native vegetation is to create defendable space, a written statement explaining why the removal of native vegetation is necessary. This statement must have regard to other available bushfire risk mitigation measures. Not applicable as the vegetation 7 This statement is not required when the creation of defendable space is in clearance is not for defendable conjunction with an application under the Bushfire space. Management Overlay. If the application is under Clause 52.16, a statement that explains how the proposal 8 responds to the Native Vegetation Precinct Plan considerations at decision guideline Not applicable. 8. An offset statement providing evidence that an offset that meets the offset Details provided in Section 9 requirements for the native vegetation to be removed has been identified and can 6.3.1. be secured in accordance with the Guidelines. A site assessment report of the native vegetation to be removed, including: • A habitat hectare assessment of any patches of native vegetation, including the condition, extent (in hectares), Ecological Vegetation Class and bioregional 10 Appendix 2, Figure 2 conservation status. • The location, number, circumference (in centimetres measured at 1.3 metres above ground level) and species of any large trees within patches.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 3 No. Application Requirement Response • The location, number, circumference (in centimetres measured at 1.3 metres above ground level) and species of any scattered trees, and whether each tree is small or large. Information about impacts on rare or threatened species habitat, including: • The relevant section of the Habitat Importance Map for each rare or threatened species requiring a species offset. • For each rare or threatened species that the native vegetation to be removed is habitat for, according to the Habitat importance maps: See Section 4.4, Figure 3, Figure 11 - the species’ conservation status 4, Appendix 5. - the proportional impact of the removal of native vegetation on the total habitat for that species - whether their habitats are highly localised habitats, dispersed habitats, or important areas of habitat within a dispersed species habitat.

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Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 4 1 Introduction

Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd was commissioned by Australian Tourism Pty Ltd to conduct a Biodiversity Assessment at Lot 1 PS500866 Blowholes Road, Cape Bridgewater. The purpose of the assessment was to identify the extent and type of remnant native vegetation present within the study area, as well as conduct targeted surveys for species listed under the EnvironmentP rotectionandBiodiversityConservation Actand to determine the presence of significant flora and fauna species and/or ecological communities. This report presents the results of the assessments and discusses the potential ecological and legislative implications associated with the proposed action.

2 Study Area

The study area is located at Lot 1 PS500866 Blowholes Road, Cape Bridgewater, approximately 20 kilometres west of Portland (Figure 1). The site covers approximately 10 hectares and is bound by Blowholes road to the north, Bridgewater bay to the south, and pastureland to the east and west. Although the entire property is private land, the Great Southwest Walk intersects through the eastern coastal headland within the property. The site holds hilltops within the central to western extent which slopes downwards towards the Great Southwest Walk. To the east of the Great Southwest Walk, the landscape has formed steep cliff faces amongst slopes greater than 20 percent gradient. According to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) NatureKit Map (DELWP 2019a), the study area occurs within the Bridgewater bioregion. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and the Glenelg Shire Council municipality.

3 Methods

3.1 Desktop Assessment

Relevant literature, online-resources and databases were reviewed to provide an assessment of flora and fauna values associated with the study area. The following information sources were reviewed:  The DELWP NatureKit Map (DELWP 2019a) and Native Vegetation Information Management (NVIM) Tool (DELWP 2019b) for: o Modelled data for location risk, remnant vegetation patches, scattered trees and habitat for rare or threatened species; and, o The extent of historic and current EVCs.  EVC benchmarks (DELWP 2019c) for descriptions of EVCs within the relevant bioregion;  The Victorian Biodiversity Atlas (VBA) for previously documented flora and fauna records within the project locality (DELWP 2018a);

 The Illustrated Flora Information System of Victoria (IFLISV) (Gullan 2017) for assistance with the distribution and identification of flora species;

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 5  The Commonwealth Department of the Environment and Energy (DoEE) Protected Matters Search Tool (PMST) for matters of National Environmental Significance (NES) protected under the EnvironmentP rotectionandBiodiversityConservationAct1999 (EPBC Act) (DoEE 2019);

 Relevant listings under the Victorian FloraandFaunaGuaranteeAct1988 (FFG Act), including the latest Threatened and Protected Lists (DELWP 2018; DELWP 2017a);  The online VicPlan Map (DELWP 2019d) to ascertain current zoning and environmental overlays in the study area; and,

 Aerial photography of the study area.

3.2 Field Assessment

A field assessment was undertaken on 27 October 2019 to obtain information on flora and fauna values within the study area. The study area was walked, with all commonly observed vascular flora and fauna species recorded, significant records mapped and the overall condition of vegetation and habitats noted. Ecological Vegetation Classes (EVCs) were determined with reference to DELWP pre-1750 and extant EVC mapping (DELWP 2019a) and their published descriptions (DELWP 2019c).

Where remnant vegetation was identified a habitat hectare assessment was undertaken following methodology described in the Vegetation Quality Assessment Manual (DSE 2004).

3.3 Targeted Surveys

Targeted surveys for four (4) species listed as vulnerable under the EPBC act (Leafy Greenhood P terostylis cucullatasubsp. cucullata, Dense Leek-orchid P rasophyllum spicatum , Limestone Spider-orchid Caladenia calcicola, and Coast Ixodia Ixodiaachillaeoidessubsp. arenicola) were undertaken on 2 November 2019 by two qualified botanists familiar with the appearance and ecology of the species to determine their presence within suitable habitat accessible within the study area. Suitable areas were systematically traversed at five metre linear intervals (DoEE 2013) and the overall condition of vegetation noted, with additional focus taken in ideal habitat areas.

A full species list was also undertaken, with cryptic species identified, to detect the potential presence of any rare or threatened species listed under the Advisory list of rare or threatened plants in Victoria (DEPI 2014).

3.3.1 Lea fyGree nhood

Leafy Greenhood is a ground-dwelling orchid which emerges above ground in late autumn and begins flowering towards the end of winter (Duncan, M. 2010a). Although survey efforts were not taken within a suitable time for species detection, determination of suitable species habitat was undertaken.

3.3.2 De nse Lee k-orchid

Dense Leek-orchid is a deciduous, perennial, terrestrial orchid emerging annually from an underground tuber which flowers typically from early October to November. The species is found near coastal heathland and heathy woodlands, where soils are typically sandy with some sites seasonally waterlogged. However, little is known of the specific habitat requirements (Duncan, M. 2010b). As such, targeted surveys were undertaken within the flowering period to allow for clear identification of the species.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 6 3.3.3 Lime stone Spide r-orchid

The Limestone Spider-orchid is a perennial spider-orchid which flowers from mid-September to early November, however will remain dormant until conditions are suitable. The species grows in shallow, terra- rossa soil on limestone ridges restricted to south-west Victoria and south east South Australia, often within woodland communities (Dickson C.R. et.al.2009). Although the site is mapped as coastal headland scrub, historic EVC mapping indicates the site to boarder areas of Herb-rich Foothill Forest suitable for the species. As such, targeted surveys for the species was undertaken within the flowering period to allow clear identification.

3.3.4 Coa stIxod ia

The Coast Ixodia is a small shrub growing to 50 centre meters high with a decumbent to ascending habit. The stems are sticky yet glabrous, with dark green leathery leaves. The species holds numerous tiny flowers which appear between November to January and occurring in coastal areas of south-western Victoria and south- eastern South Australia (DSE 2010). Targeted surveys for the species was undertaken within the flowering period to allow clear identification.

3.4 Removal, Destruction or Lopping of Native Vegetation (the Guidelines)

Under the P lanningandEnvironmentAct1987,Clause 52.17 of the Glenelg Shire Council Planning Scheme requires a planning permit to remove, destroy or lop native vegetation. The assessment process for the clearing of vegetation follows the ‘Guidelinesfortheremoval,destructionorloppingofnativevegetation’ (the Guidelines) (DELWP 2017b).

3.5 Assessment Qualifications and Limitations

This report has been written based on the quality and extent of the ecological values and habitat considered to be present or absent at the time of the desktop and field assessments being undertaken. The field assessment was undertaken during an optimal season for the identification of flora and fauna species (Spring). Although surveys were undertaken within the flowering season for most flora species the ‘snap shot’ nature of a standard biodiversity assessment, meant that migratory, transitory or uncommon fauna species may have been absent from typically occupied habitats at the time of the field assessment. In addition, annual or cryptic flora species such as those that persist via underground tubers may also be absent. A comprehensive list of all terrestrial fauna present within the study area was not undertaken as this was not the objective of the assessment. Rather a list of commonly observed species was recorded to inform the habitat hectare assessment and assist in determining the broader biodiversity values present within the study area. Ecological values identified within the study area were recorded using a hand-held GPS or tablet with an accuracy of +/-5 metres. This level of accuracy is considered to provide an accurate assessment of the ecological values present within the study area; however, this data should not be used for detailed surveying purposes.

Targeted flora surveys were undertaken within all accessible areas of the study site. However, steep terrain and cliff faces prohibited access to the cliff face. As such this area could not be surveyed. Nevertheless, the

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 7 terrestrial flora and fauna data collected during the field assessment and information obtained from relevant desktop sources is considered to adequately inform an accurate assessment of the ecological values present throughout the study area.

4 Results

4.1 Vegetation Condition

4.1.1 Re m na ntPa tche s

Remnant native vegetation in the study area is representative of two EVCs: Coastal Headland Scrub (EVC 161), and Coastal Alkaline Scrub (EVC 858). The presence of these EVCs is generally consistent with the modelled pre-1750s native vegetation mapping (DELWP 2019a). An additional EVC was modelled for the site, Herb-rich Foothill Forest (EVC 23), however predominantly covered areas of exotic vegetation and minor areas determined to be Coastal Headland Scrub during the site assessment. Areas mapped against EVC modelling were done so due to the dominant species being Coastal Beard Heath L eucopogonparvifloruswhich although modified is consistent with Coastal Headland Scrub. The remainder of the study area comprises introduced and planted vegetation, present as pasture and windrows. Specific details relating to observed EVCs are provided below.

Coastal Headland Scrub

Coastal Headland Scrub was split into two separate habitat zones based on the Vegetation Quality Assessment score differing by more than 15 points between zones labelled as HZ1 and HZ2 within Figure 2. HabitatZone1 (HZ1)

HZ1 was predominantly defined by a medium shrub layer of Coast Wattle Acacialongifoliasubsp. sophorae, Coastal Beard Heath, with scattered to patchy occurrences of the native Kangaroo Grass T hemedatriandra. The Notched Onion Orchid M icrotisarenariawas also commonly found throughout HZ1, as well as minor occurrences of the sun orchid T helymitrapaniculatawhich had set to seed. Weeds formed the majority of the vegetative cover, primarily represented by Yorkshire Fog Holcuslanatus,Rat’s tail grass S porobolusafricanus, Cats Ear Hypochaerisradicata,Common Wild Oat Avenafatua,Hare’s Tail L agurusovatus,Spear Thistle Cirsium vulgare,Ribwort Plantain P lantagolanceolata(Plate1 and 2).

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 8 Plate 1. Scattered Kangaroo grass with Coastal Beard Plate 2. Transition from pastureland into HZ1 within Heath within the study area (Ecology and Heritage the study area (Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd Partners Pty Ltd 27/10/2019). 27/10/2019).

HabitatZone2 (HZ2) This habitat zone holds the highest diversity and habitat structure found within the study site. Typically, this zone occurs to the east of the Great Southwest Walk, which has evidently experienced less pressure from grazing and clearing comparative to HZ1. The shrub layer provides adequate structure and diversity being represented by Coastal Beard Heath, Coast Wattle, Common Boobialla M yoporum insulare, Coastal Tea Tree L eptospermum laevigatum , Coastal Moonah M elaleucalanceolatasubsp. lanceolata, and Saw Banksia Banksia serrata. At the ground layer a diversity of small shrubs (Coastal Rosemary W estringiafruticosa,Cushion Bush L eucophytabrownii, and Seaberry Saltbush R hagodiacandolleana), grasses (Kangaroo Grass, Coast Spear Grass Austrostipaflavescens, and Coast Fescue Grass P oabillardierei), and herbs (Notched Onion Orchid, Kidney Weed Dichondrarepens, Scented Groundsel S enecioodoratus). (Plate 3 and 4).

Plate 3. Coastal Headland Scrub HZ2 within the study Plate 4. Notched Onion Orchid found within HZ2 area (Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd 27/10/2019). (Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd 27/10/2019).

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 9 Coastal Alkaline Scrub

Coastal Alkaline Scrub was recorded along the outer western boundary of the study area (HZ3 within Figure 2). This habitat zone was defined by two native shrubs Coast wattle and Coastal Beard Heath forming at least 25% cover with an understory dominated by Yorkshire Fog (Plate 5 and 6).

Plate 5. Poor quality Coastal Alkaline Scrub within the study area (Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd 27/10/2019).

4.1.2 Sc a ttered Tree sa nd La rge Tree s

No Scattered trees or Large Trees in patches were recorded within the study area. This is due to the site being predominantly cleared or covered by a treeless Ecological Vegetation Class.

4.1.3 Introd uce d Ve ge tation

Areas not supporting remnant native vegetation have a high cover (>95%) of exotic grass species, many of which have been direct-seeded for use as pasture. Scattered native grasses are generally present in these areas, however they did not have the required 25% relative cover to be considered a remnant patch.

Disturbed areas were dominated by environmental weeds such as Yorkshire Fog, Rat’s tail grass, Ribwort, Apple of Sodom S olanum linnaeanum and scattered occurrences of the Weed of national Significance (WoNS) African Boxthorn L ycium ferocissimum (Plate 6).

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 10 Plate 6. African Boxthorn within the study area (Ecology and Heritage Partners Pty Ltd 27/10/2019).

4.2 Fauna Habitat

The western portion of the study area consists of open, cleared pasture, likely to be used as a foraging resource by common generalist bird species which are tolerant of modified open areas. Fauna likely to utilise this type of this habitat includes Australian Magpie Cracticustibicen, Common Blackbird T urdusmerula, Little Raven Corvusmellori, Magpie-lark Grallinacyanoleuca, House Sparrow P asserdomesticus and Willie Wagtail R hipiduraleucophrys. Diurnal and nocturnal raptors are also likely to forage across these areas including Wedge-Tailed Eagle Aquilaaudax, Brown Falcon Falcoberigoraand Black-shouldered Kite Elanusaxillaris.

4.3 Removal of Native Vegetation (the Guidelines)

The below clearing scenario is based on the Masterplan Final Coordination provided by Spowers on the 13 December 2019, which shows a relocation of coastal villas resulting in reduction of encroachment into HZ1 and HZ2. Additionally, a refined impact area was developed for the Restaurant.

4.3.1 Ve g e tationproposed tob e rem oved

The study area is within Location 1, with 0.853 hectares of native vegetation proposed to be removed. As such, the permit application falls under the Detailed assessment pathway. As the application falls under the Detailed assessment pathway, condition scores for vegetation proposed to be removed are based on Condition scores for vegetation proposed to be removed are provided in Appendix 2.

Table 1. Removal of Native Vegetation (the Guidelines)

Assessment pathway Detailed Total Extent (past and proposed) (ha) 0.853 Extent of past removal (ha) 0.00 Extent of proposed removal (ha) 0.853 EVC Conservation Status of vegetation to Vulnerable (Coastal Headland Scrub) be removed

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 11 Large Trees (no.) 0 Location Category 1

4.3.2 O ffsetTa rge ts

The application has produced habitat compensation for both general and species offset. The General Offset amount is 0.009 General Habitat Units with a minimum strategic biodiversity score of 0.704. The application has also impacted on >0.005% of modelled habitat of two listed species, and require the following species offset:

 0.437 Species Units of habitat for Coastal Leek-orchid P rasophyllum litorale; and,  0.437 Species Units of habitat for Tiny Violet Violaseppeltiana A summary of proposed vegetation losses and associated offset requirements is presented in Table 2, Table 3 and the Native Vegetation Removal (NVR) report is presented in Appendix 5.

Table 2. Offset targets General

General Offsets Required 0.009 General HUs Large Trees 0 Vicinity (catchment / LGA) Glenelg Hopkins CMA / Glenelg Shire Council Minimum Strategic Biodiversity Value* 0.704

Table 3. Offset targets Species

0.437 Coastal Leek-orchid Species Offset Amount 0.437 Tiny Violet

0.008 Coastal Leek-orchid % habitat value affected 0.04 Tiny Violet

Vicinity (catchment / LGA) Victoria

4.4 Significance Assessment

4.4.1 Flora

The VBA contains records of four nationally significant and 79 State significant flora species previously recorded within 10 kilometres of the study area (DELWP 2019d) (Figure 3). The PMST nominated an additional 6 nationally significant species which have not been previously recorded but have the potential to occur in the locality (DoEE 2019). No nationally significant species were identified during the site assessment. However, a single State significant grass, Coast Fescue, was identified at the base of the coastal headland.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 12 Further, targeted surveys conducted for the national listed species (Limestone Spider-orchid, Leafy Greenhood, Dense Leek-orchid, and Coast Ixodia) did not record any specimens within the study area. The results of the surveys are presented in Section 4.5

4.4.2 Fauna

The VBA contains records of 34 nationally significant and 29 State significant, and 13 regionally significant fauna species previously recorded within 10 kilometres of the study area (DELWP 2019d) (Figure 4). The PMST nominated an additional 21 nationally significant species which have not been previously recorded but have the potential to occur in the locality (DoEE 2019).

Based on the modified nature of the study area, landscape context and the proximity of previous records, significant fauna species are considered unlikely to rely on habitat within the study area for foraging or breeding purposes due to the lack of suitable and/or important habitat features.

4.4.3 Com m unities

One nationally listed ecological communities are predicted to occur within 10 kilometres of the study area (DoEE 2019), the Giant Kelp Marine Forests of South East Australia. Vegetation within the study area is wholly terrestrial, and as such does not meet the condition thresholds that defines this national community.

Vegetation within the study area was however consistent with the condition thresholds for the State significant Coastal Moonah Woodland due to the abundance of Coastal Moonah. This community correspond to areas of Coastal Headland Scrub EVC, specifically HZ2, mapped in the study area and meets the relevant description and characteristics described for these communities (DELWP 2017c).

4.5 Targeted Surveys

No nationally listed flora species were identified during the targeted surveys. Of the four species, three were within the known flowering period, and were observed at nearby reference sites. Leafy Greenhood was not observed at any of the reference sites, and as such, it was not confirmed to be flowering locally. Nevertheless, it is considered unlikely that the Leafy Greenhood, amongst the three other nationally listed species, will occur within the proposed impact area that was surveyed due to the study area not supporting preferred habitat characteristics combined with evidence of intensive clearing and grazing directly on the site, as well as no detection of the multiple listed species during the targeted survey. Further, targeted surveys could not be completed along the cliff face due to the steep and unstable terrain. However, areas that were accessible were surveyed to identify any individuals or populations that may occur in close proximity to the development footprint. it is considered unlikely for any of the target species to occur within the unsurveyed area due to unsuitable terrain.

5 Legislative and Policy Implications

5.1 Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth)

The proposed action is highly unlikely to have a significant impact on any matter of NES. As such, a referral to the Commonwealth Environment Minister is not be required regarding matters listed under the EPBC Act.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 13 5.2 Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 (Victoria)

The study area supports one community listed under the FFG Act - Coastal Moonah Woodland. There are confirmed VBA records of other species listed as threatened and/or protected under the FFG Act within the general vicinity of the site that were not identified during the targeted survey. However the study area is privately owned, as such a permit under the FFG Act is not required.

5.3 Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Victoria)

The P lanningandEnvironmentAct1987outlines the legislative framework for planning in Victoria and for the development and administration of planning schemes. All planning schemes contain native vegetation provisions at Clause 52.17 which require a planning permit from the relevant local Council to remove, destroy or lop native vegetation, unless an exemption under clause 52.17-7 of the Victorian Planning Schemes applies.

5.3.1 Loca lPlanning Sc he m e s

The study area is located within the Glenelg Shire Council municipality. The following zoning and overlays apply (DELWP 2017f, 2017g):

 Rural Conservation Zone (RCZ1);  Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO1); O bjectives

- To ensure the long-term protection of coastal and marine ecosystems; and, - To prevent inappropriate development in coastal areas that is likely to prejudice the long-term environmental values of the coast.

P ermitR equirement

• Environmental assessment of impacts associated with development will be provided to Council demonstrating compliance with the objectives of the overlay; and,

• A soil and water report will be provided demonstrating that stormwater flows and drainage from the site shall not cause erosion, siltation or degradation of any watercourse downstream of the development site.

 Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO3) O bjectives - To protect and enhance the coverage of indigenous coastal vegetation to ensure that it is a dominant feature of the landscape. . Plantings of indigenous coastal vegetation are proposed within the development plan, which are also compliant with bushfire requirements.

- To protect cultural vegetation patterns throughout the rural hinterland. . Impacts are primarily within areas supporting pasture grasses. Minimal impacts are proposed to native vegetation. Native plantings are proposed to maintain cultural vegetation patterns.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 14 - To protect locally significant views and vistas which contribute to the character of the landscape. . Development design minimises building visibility from beaches and main roads

- To retain the dominant natural landscape character and sense of isolation at the coastal cliffs and edges and the clear views to the ocean. . Development is set west of the to reduce visibility. With major buildings (e.g restaurant) set to be partially underground. - To minimise visual clutter of the hinterland landscape with built development to retain open spaces that provide views to the coast, capes and hinterland.

. Development designs incorporate open space and are positioned to maintain views of the coastline. - To retain natural landforms and indigenous vegetation as an essential component of the character of the rural hinterland. . Development incorporates underground carparks, and buildings positioned partially underground to conform with the landscape.

- To preserve an appropriate landscape setting for features of cultural or heritage significance, including the Cape Nelson Lighthouse Station. - To recognise that the wind turbine towers on the capes do not set the scale for other forms of development. P ermitR equirement

o A permit is required to remove any vegetation.

5.3.2 The Guide lines

The State Planning Policy Framework and the decision guidelines at Clause 52.17 (Native Vegetation) and Clause 12.01 require Planning and Responsible Authorities to have regard for the ‘Guidelines for the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation’ (the Guidelines) (DELWP 2017a).

5.3.3 Implica tions

The study area is within Location 1, with 0.853 hectares of native vegetation proposed to be removed. As such, the permit application falls under the Detailed assessment pathway. The application has produced habitat compensation for both general and species offset.

The General Offset amount is 0.009 General Habitat Units with a minimum strategic biodiversity score of 0.704.  The application has also impacted on >0.005% of m odelledhabitatof two listed species, and require the following species offset:  0.437 Species Units of habitat for Coastal Leek-orchid P rasophyllum litorale; and,

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 15  0.437 Species Units of habitat for Tiny Violet Violaseppeltiana

A Planning Permit from Glenelg Shire Council is required to remove, destroy or lop any native vegetation under Clause 52.17 and 42.02 (ESO2) of the Planning Scheme. A permit will also be required to remove any vegetation under Clause 42.03 (SLO3, ESO1). In this instance, the application falls under the detailed pathway and as such is required to be referred to DELWP.

5.4 Wildlife Act 1975 and Wildlife Regulations 2013 (Victoria)

The W ildlifeAct1975(and associated Wildlife Regulations 2013) is the primary legislation in Victoria providing for protection and management of wildlife. Authorisation for habitat removal may be obtained under the W ildlifeAct1975 through a licence granted under the ForestsAct1958, or under any other Act such as the P lanningandEnvironmentAct1987. Any persons engaged to remove, salvage, hold or relocate native fauna during construction must hold a current Management Authorisation under the W ildlifeAct1975, issued by DELWP.

5.5 Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 (Victoria)

Weeds listed as noxious under the CaLP Act were recorded during the assessment (African Boxthorn, and Spear Thistle). A Weed Management Plan and a pest fauna eradication plan may be required.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 16 6 Mitigation Measures

6.1 Best Practice Mitigation Measures

Recommended measures to mitigate impacts upon terrestrial and aquatic values present within the study area may include:  Minimise impacts to native vegetation and habitats through construction and micro-siting techniques, including fencing retained areas of native vegetation. If indeed necessary, trees should be lopped or trimmed rather than removed. Similarly, soil disturbance and sedimentation within wetlands should be avoided or kept to a minimum, to avoid, or minimise impacts to fauna habitats;  All contractors should be aware of ecologically sensitive areas to minimise the likelihood of inadvertent disturbance to areas marked for retention. Native vegetation (areas of sensitivity) should be included as a mapping overlay on any construction plans;  Where possible, construction stockpiles, machinery, roads, and other infrastructure should be placed away from areas supporting native vegetation, and/or wetlands;  Ensure that best practice sedimentation and pollution control measures are undertaken at all times, in accordance with Environment Protection Authority guidelines (EPA 1991; EPA 1996; Victorian Stormwater Committee 1999) to prevent offsite impacts to waterways and wetlands; and,  As indigenous flora provides valuable habitat for indigenous fauna, it is recommended that any landscape plantings that are undertaken as part of the proposed works are conducted using indigenous species sourced from a local provenance, rather than exotic deciduous trees and shrubs.

6.2 Avoid and Minimise Statement

Where possible, development designs have been under multiple revisions to avoid impacts to areas of high- quality native vegetation recorded during the field assessment, as well as areas modelled as Highly Localised Habitat for two listed rare and threatened species. Areas holding the highest impacts are unavoidable in order to maintain defendable space requirements, whilst maintaining location value (i.e. Coastal Villa location). The positioning of buildings has been coordinated as such to only impact areas of poor habitat value for defendable space. Further consideration has been made to the construction of the Restaurant in response to its position being within an area of high flora diversity. This has been relocated away from the cliff rockface to further minimise impacts. The extent of impact calculated for the restaurant has been conservative to ensure all impacts are accounted for, and adequately compensated for through an onsite offset.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 17 6.3 Offset Impacts

6.3.1 O ffsetStrateg y

Ecology and Heritage Partners are a DELWP accredited offset broker and have investigated the suitability of first party offsets for the proposed development. An on-site offset location has been identified which can meet the proposal obligations of:  General offset amount: 0.009 GHU’s, with a minimum SBV of 0.704;

 Coastal Leek-orchid: 0.437 Species Habitat Units of habitat; and,  Tiny Violet: 0.437 Species Habitat Units of habitat. Preliminary analysis of the proposed on-site offset location indicates that the required quantum of Species Habitat Units can be generated through the protection, enhancement and management of existing ecological values. Preliminary estimates of the offsets that can be generated is provided in Appendix 6. On site offsets will ensure the control and management of weeds recorded within the site. Additionally, native species that can act as weeds (i.e over population of Coast Wattle) will be controlled to ensure an increase in biodiversity, and reduce shrub density.

7 Further Requirements

Further requirements associated with the proposed development of the study area, as well as additional studies or reporting that may be required, are provided below (Table 4).

Table 4. Further requirements associated with development of the study area

Relevant Legislation Implications Further Action Environment The proposed action is highly unlikely to have a P rotectionand significant impact on any matter of NES. As such, a No further action required. Biodiversity referral to the Commonwealth Environment Minister is ConservationAct not be required regarding matters listed under the 1999 EPBC Act. The study area supports one community listed under the FFG Act - Coastal Moonah Woodland. There are confirmed VBA records of other species listed as FloraandFauna threatened and/or protected under the FFG Act within No further action required. GuaranteeAct1988 the general vicinity of the site that were not identified during the targeted survey. However the study area is privately owned, as such a permit under the FFG Act is not required. The study area is within Location 1, with 0.853 hectares of native vegetation proposed to be removed. As such, P lanningand the permit application falls under the Detailed Prepare and submit a Planning Permit EnvironmentAct1987 assessment pathway. application. The application has produced habitat compensation for both general and species offset.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 18 Relevant Legislation Implications Further Action The General Offset amount is 0.009 General Habitat Units with a minimum strategic biodiversity score of 0.704. The application hasalso impacted on >0.005% of m odelledhabitat of two listed species, and require the following species offset: 0.437 Species U nitsofhabitat for Coastal Leek-orchid P rasophyllum litorale; and,

 0.437 Species Units of habitat for Tiny Violet Violaseppeltiana A Planning Permit from Glenelg Shire Council is required to remove, destroy or lop any native vegetation under Clause 52.17 and 42.02 (ESO2) of the Planning Scheme. A permit will also be required to remove any vegetation under Clause 42.03 (SLO3, ESO1). In this instance, the application falls under the detailed pathway and as such is required to be referred to DELWP. Several weed species listed under the CaLP Act were Planning Permit conditions are likely to CatchmentandL and recorded within the study area. To meet requirements include a requirement for a Weed P rotectionAct1994 under the CaLP Act, listed noxious weeds should be Management Plan. appropriately controlled throughout the study area. Any persons engaged to conduct salvage and translocation or general handling of terrestrial fauna Ensure wildlife specialists hold a current W ildlifeAct1975 species must hold a current Management Management Authorisation. Authorisation.

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DELWP 2017b. Guidelinesfor the removal,destruction or lopping of native vegetation. December 2017.Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Melbourne, Victoria. DELWP 2017c. Floraand FaunaGuarantee Act 1988 – Threatened List: Characteristics of Threatened Communities [WWW Document]. URL:

DELWP 2019a. NatureKit Map [www Document]. URL: http://maps.biodiversity.vic.gov.au/viewer/?viewer=NatureKit. Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Melbourne, Victoria. DELWP 2019b. Native Vegetation Information Management Tool [www Document]. URL: https://nvim.delwp.vic.gov.au. Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Melbourne, Victoria.

DELWP 2019c. Ecological Vegetation Class (EVC) Benchmarks for each Bioregion [www Document]. URL: https://www.environment.vic.gov.au/biodiversity/bioregions-and-evc-benchmarks. Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Melbourne, Victoria. DELWP 2019d. VicPlan Map [www Document]. URL: https://mapshare.maps.vic.gov.au/vicplan/. Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Melbourne, Victoria.

DEPI 2014. Advisory List of Rare or Threatened Plants in Victoria. Victorian Department of Environment and Primary Industries, Melbourne, Victoria. Dickson C.R., Murphy A., Pritchard A., and Craig A. 2009. Draft version May 2009. Recovery Plan for three orchid species in South Australia and Victoria: Caladeniarichardsiorum (Little Dip Spider- orchid), Caladeniacalcicola(Limestone Spider-orchid) and P terostylistenuissima(Swamp Greenhood) 2009- 2013. Department for Heritage and Environment, South Australia, South East Region & Department of Sustainability and Environment, Victoria, South West Victoria Region. DoEE 2019. Protected Matters Search Tool. [www Document] URL: http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc/pmst/index.html. Commonwealth Department of Environment and Energy, Canberra, ACT. DSE 2004. Vegetation quality assessment manual: Guidelines for applying the habitat hectares scoring method. Version 1.3. Victorian Department of Sustainability and Environment, Melbourne Victoria

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 20 DSE 2009. Advisory list of Threatened Invertebrate Fauna in Victoria – 2009. Victorian Department of Sustainability and Environment, Melbourne, Victoria. DSE 2010. National Recovery Plan for the Sand Ixodia Ixodiaachillaeoidessubsp. arenicola. Victorian Department of Sustainability and Environment, Melbourne, Victoria.

Duncan, M. 2010a. National Recovery Plan for the Leafy Greenhood P terostyliscucullata. Department of Sustainability and Environment, Victoria. Duncan, M. 2010b. National Recovery Plan for the Dense Leek Orchid P rasophyllum spicatum . Department of Sustainability and Environment, Melbourne. EPA 1991. Construction Techniques for Sediment Pollution Control. Published document prepared by the Victorian Environment Protection Authority, Melbourne, Victoria.

EPA 1996. Environmental Guidelines for Major Construction Sites. Published document prepared by the Victorian Environmental Protection Authority, Melbourne, Victoria. Gullan, P. 2017. Illustrated Flora Information System of Victoria (IFISV). Viridans Pty Ltd, Victoria. Victorian Urban Stormwater Committee 1999. Urban Stormwater: Best Practice Environmental Management Guidelines. CSIRO, Collingwood, Victoria.

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Table A1.1. Flora recorded within the study area

Scientific Name Common Name

INDIGENOUS SPECIES Atriplexcinerea Coast Saltbush Austrostipaflavescens Coast Spear-grass Banksiaintegrifoliasubsp.integrifolia Coast Banksia Banksiaserrata Saw Banksia Clematismicrophyllas.l. Small-leaved Clematis Convolvulusangustissimus Blushing Bindweed Dianellabrevicaulis Small-flower Flax-lily Dichondrarepens Kidney-weed Enchylaenatomentosavar.tomentosa Ruby Saltbush Geranium spp. Crane's Bill L eucophytabrownii Cushion Bush L eucopogonparviflorus Coast Beard-heath Melaleuca lanceolata Moonah Microtis arenaria Notched Onion-orchid Olearia axillaris Coast Daisy-Bush Poa billardierei Coast Fescue Pteridium esculentum Austral Bracken Senecio odoratus Scented Groundsel Sonchus spp. Sow Thistle Tetragonia implexicoma Bower Spinach Tetragonia tetragonioides Thelymitra spp. Sun Orchid Themeda triandra Kangaroo Grass NON-INDIGENOUS OR INTRODUCED SPECIES Anthoxanthum odoratum Sweet Vernal-grass Asphodelusfistulosus Onion Weed Avenafatua Wild Oat Cirsium vulgare Spear Thistle Conium m aculatum Hemlock Coprosmarepens Mirror Bush Euphorbiapeplus Petty Spurge

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 26 Scientific Name Common Name

Holcuslanatus Yorkshire Fog Hypochaerisradicata Flatweed L agurusovatus Hare's-tail Grass L olium spp. Rye Grass L ycium ferocissimum African Box-thorn P lantagolanceolata Ribwort S olanum linnaeanum Apple of Sodom S porobolusafricanus Rat-tail Grass Vulpiabromoides Squirrel-tail Fescue

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 27 Appendix 2 – Habitat Hectare Assessment

Table A2.1. Habitat Hectare Table

Vegetation Zone HZ1 HZ2 HZ3

Bioregion Bridgewater Bridgewater Bridgewater Coastal Coastal Coastal EVC / Tree Headland Headland Alkaline Scrub Scrub Scrub EVC Number 161 165 858 EVC Conservation Status Vu Vu LC Large Old Trees /10 Na Na Na Canopy Cover /5 Na Na 3 Under storey /25 5 20 5 Lack of Weeds /15 2 9 2

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Condition Organic Matter /5 4 5 4 Logs /5 Na Na 0 Treeless EVC Multiplier 1.36 1.36 1.15 Subtotal = 19.04 59.84 14.00 Landscape Value /25 6 7 6 Habitat Points /100 25 67 26 Habitat Score 0.25 0.67 0.26

Note. Vu = Vulnerable; LC = Least Concern.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 28 Appendix 3 – Flora Database Results

Table A2.2 Significant flora recorded within 10 kilometres of the study area

Key: EPBC EnvironmentP rotectionandBiodiversityConservationAct1999 (EPBC Act) FFG FloraandFaunaGuaranteeAct1988 (FFG Act) DEPI Advisory List of Threatened Flora in Victoria (DEPI 2014)

EX Extinct X Extinct CR Critically endangered e Endangered EN Endangered v Vulnerable VU Vulnerable r Rare K Poorly Known (Briggs and Leigh 1996) k Poorly Known # Records identified from EPBC Act Protected Matters Search Tool. L Listed * Records identified from the FIS

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 29 Total # of Last Scientific name Common name documented documented EPBC FFG DEPI records record

NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE Am phibromusfluitans River Swamp Wallaby-grass - - VU - - Caladeniacalcicola Limestone Spider-orchid 106 2002 VU L e Caladeniacolorata Coloured Spider-orchid - - EN - - Glycinelatrobeana Clover Glycine - - VU L v Ixodiaachillaeoidessubsp. arenicola Coast Ixodia 5 2001 VU v P rasophyllum frenchii Maroon Leek-orchid - - EN L e P rasophyllum spicatum Dense Leek-orchid 1 1983 VU e P terostylischlorogramm a Green-striped Greenhood 375 1985 VU L v P terostyliscucullata Leafy Greenhood - - VU L e T araxacum cygnorum Coast Dandelion - - VU L e

STATE SIGNIFICANCE Acrotrichecordata Coast Ground-berry 9 2007 r Allocasuarinamacklinianasubsp.m ackliniana Western Sheoak 1 1984 k Asterellatenera Green-strap Star-liverwort 2 1951 k Atriplexbillardierei Glistening Saltbush 3 1980 L x Austrostipamundula Neat Spear-grass 1 1948 r Billardierascandenss.s. Velvet Apple-berry 1 1950 r Boroniapilosasubsp. torquata Hairy Boronia 1 1946 r Caladeniaaustralis Southern Spider-orchid 1 1983 k Caladeniadilatatas.s. Green-comb Spider-orchid 2 2001 k Caladeniafragrantissima Scented Spider-orchid 7 2009 L e Caladeniaprolata Fertile Finger-orchid 1 1991 k

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 30 Total # of Last Scientific name Common name documented documented EPBC FFG DEPI records record Caladeniavalida Robust Spider-orchid 7 2012 L e Cladium procerum Leafy Twig-sedge 8 2009 r Colobanthusapetalusvar.apetalus Coast Colobanth 2 1980 r Correaalbavar. pannosa Velvet White Correa 11 2004 r Corybasdespectans Coast Helmet-orchid 10 2001 L v Diurispalustris Swamp Diuris 8 2006 L v Eucalyptusfalciformis Western Peppermint 4 1980 r Eucalyptuskitsoniana Bog Gum 3 1982 r Exocarpossyrticola Coast Ballart 16 2016 r Galium compactum Compact Bedstraw 4 1984 r Galium curvihirtum Tight Bedstraw 6 1980 r Gastrodiavescula Small Potato-orchid 2 1992 k L achnagrostisrudissubsp.rudis Rough Blown-grass 1 1991 r L asiopetalum schulzenii Drooping Velvet-bush 5 2009 r L emnatrisulca Ivy-leaf Duckweed 1 2009 k L epidospermacanescens Hoary Rapier-sedge 6 1999 r L otusaustralisvar. australis Austral Trefoil 4 2011 k M icrolepidium pilosulum Hairy Shepherd's Purse 1 1946 e M uehlenbeckiagunnii Coastal Lignum 14 2014 v O rnduffiaum bricolavar. um bricola Lax Marsh-flower 5 1966 v P elargonium littorale Coast Stork's-bill 1 2011 k P imeleahewardiana Forked Rice-flower 2 1980 r P latylobium triangulare Ivy Flat-pea 1 1980 k

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 31 Total # of Last Scientific name Common name documented documented EPBC FFG DEPI records record P oabillardierei Coast Fescue 2 1999 r P oafax Scaly Poa 1 1946 r P oahalmaturina Dwarf Coast Poa 1 2007 v P otamogetonaustraliensis Thin Pondweed 3 1993 k P rasophyllum litorale Coastal Leek-orchid 1 1983 L v P terostyliscucullatasubsp.cucullata Leafy Greenhood 7 2001 L e P ultenaeacanaliculata Coast Bush-pea 3 1980 r P ultenaeaprolifera Otway Bush-pea 6 1980 r S alsolatragussubsp.pontica Coast Saltwort 2 1946 r S caevolacalendulacea Dune Fan-flower 3 1993 v S choenuscarsei Wiry Bog-sedge 5 1991 r S tackhousiaspathulata Coast Stackhousia 6 2002 k T helymitrabenthamiana Blotched Sun-orchid 3 1986 v T helymitrahiemalis Winter Sun-orchid 2 2010 L e U triculariauniflora Single Bladderwort 1 1980 k Veronicahillebrandii Coast Speedwell 9 2009 v Violaseppeltiana Tiny Violet 1 1980 r X anthosialeiophylla Parsley Xanthosia 2 2011 r Zygophyllum billardierei Coast Twin-leaf 1 1980 r

Data source: Victorian Biodiversity Atlas (DELWP 2015); Protected Matters Search Tool (DoE 2015). Taxonomic order: Alphabetical.

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 32 Appendix 4 – Fauna Database Results

Table A3.1. Fauna recorded within the study area, and previously recorded within 10 kilometres of the study area.

Total # of Last documented EPBC FFG DSE Common name Scientific name documented record Act Act (2013) records

National

Antipodean Albatross Diomedeaexulansantipodensis # - VU - -

Australasian Bittern Botauruspoiciloptilus # - EN L EN

Australian Grayling P rototroctesmaraena # - VU L VU

Australian Painted Snipe R ostratulaaustralis # - VU L CR

Australian Sea Lion N eophocacinerea 1991 3 VU - -

Black-browed Albatross T halassarchem elanophrismelanophris 1997 12 VU - VU

Blue Petrel Halobaenacaerulea 1982 2 VU - -

Blue Whale Balaenopteramusculus 2014 6 EN L CR

Buller's Albatross T halassarchebulleri 1978 2 VU L -

Campbell Albatross T halassarchem elanophrisimpavida # - VU - -

Curlew Sandpiper Calidrisferruginea 1980 2 CR - EN

Dwarf Galaxias Galaxiellapusilla # - VU L EN

Eastern Curlew N um eniusmadagascariensis # - CR - VU

Fairy Prion P achyptilaturtur 1997 7 VU - VU

Fin Whale Balaenopteraphysalus # - VU - DD

Glenelg Spiny Crayfish Euastacusbispinosus # - EN L -

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 33 Total # of Last documented EPBC FFG DSE Common name Scientific name documented record Act Act (2013) records

Gould's Petrel P terodromaleucoptera # - EN - -

Greater Sand Plover Charadriusleschenaultii 1957 1 VU - CR

Grey-headed Albatross T halassarchechrysostoma 1978 3 EN L VU

Grey-headed Flying-fox P teropuspoliocephalus # - VU L VU

Growling Grass Frog L itoriaraniformis 2002 3 VU L EN

Heath Mouse P seudomysshortridgei 1983 16 EN L NT

Hooded Plover T hinornisrubricollisrubricollis 2005 22 VU L VU

Humpback Whale M egapteranovaeangliae 2013 6 VU L VU

Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross T halassarchecarteri 1997 14 VU L VU

Long-nosed Potoroo P otoroustridactylustridactylus 2005 16 VU L NT

Malleefowl L eipoaocellata 1990 2 VU L EN

Northern Buller's Albatross T halassarchebulleriplatei # - VU - -

Northern Giant-Petrel M acronecteshalli 1997 2 VU L NT

Northern Royal Albatross Diomedeaepomophorasanfordi # - EN - -

Northern Siberian Bar-tailed Godwit L imosalapponicamenzbieri # - EN - -

Orange-bellied Parrot N eophemachrysogaster 1991 2 CR L CR

Plains-wanderer P edionomustorquatus # - CR L CR

Red Knot Calidriscanutus 1978 3 EN - EN

Royal Albatross Diomedeaepomophora 1997 1 VU L VU

Rufous Bristlebird (coorong subsp.) Dasyornisbroadbentibroadbenti 2006 48 - L NT

Rufous Bristlebird (Otways subsp.) Dasyornisbroadbenticaryochrous 2007 1 - L NT

Salvin's Albatross T halassarchesalvini # - VU - -

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 34 Total # of Last documented EPBC FFG DSE Common name Scientific name documented record Act Act (2013) records

Sei Whale Balaenopteraborealis # - VU - DD

Shy Albatross T halassarchecauta 1997 12 VU L EN

Soft-plumaged Petrel P terodromamollis 1959 3 VU - -

Sooty Albatross P hoebetriafusca # - VU L -

Southern Bent-wing Bat M iniopterusschreibersiibassanii 2013 55 CR L CR

Southern Brown Bandicoot Isoodonobesulusobesulus 1993 10 EN L NT

Southern Elephant Seal M iroungaleonina 1997 1 VU - -

Southern Giant-Petrel M acronectesgiganteus 2006 7 EN L VU

Southern Right Whale Eubalaenaaustralis 2015 83 EN L CR

Southern Royal Albatross Diomedeaepomophoraepomophora # - VU - -

Subantarctic Fur Seal Arctocephalustropicalis 2000 1 EN - -

Swamp Antechinus Antechinusminimusmaritimus 2004 20 VU L NT

Swift Parrot L athamusdiscolor # - CR L EN

Wandering Albatross Diomedeaexulans 1997 8 VU L EN

White-capped Albatross T halassarchecautasteadi # - VU - -

Yarra Pygmy Perch N annopercaobscura 1991 7 VU L VU

State Significant Barking Owl N inoxconnivensconnivens 2003 4 - L EN

Bearded Dragon P ogonabarbata 2004 1 - - VU

Black Falcon Falcosubniger 2000 2 - - VU

Blue-billed Duck O xyuraaustralis 1988 1 - L EN

Brolga Grusrubicunda 2009 3 - L VU

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 35 Total # of Last documented EPBC FFG DSE Common name Scientific name documented record Act Act (2013) records Caspian Tern Hydroprognecaspia 2001 3 - L NT

Chestnut-rumped Heathwren Calamanthuspyrrhopygius 1941 2 - L VU

Common Bent-wing Bat M iniopterusschreibersii 2005 19 - L -

Diamond Dove Geopeliacuneata 1938 1 - L NT

Eastern Great Egret Ardeamodesta 2001 9 - L VU

Grey-crowned Babbler P omatostomustemporalistemporalis 1938 3 - L EN

Grey-tailed Tattler T ringabrevipes 1980 1 - L CR

Gull-billed Tern Gelochelidonniloticamacrotarsa 1980 1 - L EN

Hardhead Aythyaaustralis 2001 1 - - VU

Hooded Robin M elanodryascucullatacucullata 1941 2 - L NT

King Quail Coturnixchinensisvictoriae 1941 1 - L EN

Masked Owl T ytonovaehollandiae 1999 2 - L EN novaehollandiae Musk Duck Biziuralobata 2005 14 - - VU

New Zealand Fur Seal Arctocephalusforsteri 2006 1 - - VU

Powerful Owl N inoxstrenua 2006 4 - L VU

Ruddy Turnstone Arenariainterpres 2001 4 - - VU

Southern Hooded Shrimp Athanopsisaustralis 1992 1 - L VU

Southern Toadlet P seudophrynesemimarmorata 2011 1 - - VU

Striped Worm-Lizard Aprasiastriolata 2010 2 - L NT

Swamp Skink L issolepiscoventryi 2005 1 - L VU

White-bellied Sea-Eagle Haliaeetusleucogaster 2005 5 - L VU

White-faced Storm-Petrel P elagodromamarina 1997 2 - - VU

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 36 Total # of Last documented EPBC FFG DSE Common name Scientific name documented record Act Act (2013) records White-footed Dunnart Sminthopsis leucopus 1962 1 - L NT

White-throated Needletail Hirundapus caudacutus 2001 6 - - VU

Regional Azure Kingfisher Alcedoazurea 1976 1 - - NT

Black-faced Cormorant P halacrocoraxfuscescens 2004 7 - - NT

Common Diving-Petrel P elecanoidesurinatrix 1980 2 - - NT

Eastern Pygmy-possum Cercartetusnanus 2006 1 - - NT

Emu Dromaiusnovaehollandiae 1983 11 - - NT Four-toed Skink Hemiergisperonii 2006 12 - - NT Latham's Snipe Gallinagohardwickii 1976 3 - - NT

Nankeen Night Heron N ycticoraxcaledonicushillii 1978 1 - - NT

Pacific Gull L aruspacificuspacificus 2004 10 - - NT

Pied Cormorant P halacrocoraxvarius 1979 2 - - NT

Sanderling Calidrisalba 2000 3 - - NT

Sooty Oystercatcher Haematopusfuliginosus 2005 10 - - NT

White-fronted Tern S ternastriata 2006 4 - - NT

Notes: * = Introduced Species, H=Heard, S = Seen, I = Incidental, T = Trapped / handheld, Mi = Migratory, Ma = Marine Data Sources: Number and Date of records = Victorian Biodiversity Atlas (DEPI 2014), Hollow Use: Victorian Fauna Database (Viridans 2014b), Migratory and Marine: Environm e nt Protec tiona nd Biod iversityConservationAc t1999 (EPBC Act)

Taxonomic order: Mammals (Strahan 1995 in Menkhorst and Knight 2004); Birds (Christidis and Boles, 2008); Reptiles and Amphibians (Cogger e ta l.1983 in Cogger 1996); Fish (Nelson 1994); Mussels and Crustaceans (Alphabetical); Invertebrates (Alphabetical).

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 37 APPENDIX 5 – Native Vegetation Removal (NVR) Report

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 38 Native vegetation removal report

This report provides information to support an application to remove, destroy or lop native vegetation in accordance with the Guidelines for the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation. The report is not an assessment by DELWP of the proposed native vegetation removal. Native vegetation information and offset requirements have been determined using spatial data provided by the applicant or their consultant.

Date of issue: 13/12/2019 Report ID: EHP_2019_281 Time of issue: 5:13 pm

Project ID EHP12771_CapeBridgewater

Assessment pathway

Assessment pathway Detailed Assessment Pathway

Extent including past and proposed 0.853 ha

Extent of past removal 0.000 ha

Extent of proposed removal 0.853 ha

No. Large trees proposed to be removed 0

Location category of proposed removal Location 1 The native vegetation is not in an area mapped as an endangered Ecological Vegetation Class (as per the statewide EVC map), sensitive wetland or coastal area. Removal of less than 0.5 hectares in this location will not have a significant impact on any habitat for a rare or threatened species

1. Location map

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Offset requirements if a permit is granted

Any approval granted will include a condition to obtain an offset that meets the following requirements:

General offset amount1 0.009 general habitat units

Vicinity Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority (CMA) or Glenelg Shire Council Minimum strategic biodiversity value 0.704 score2 Large trees* 0 large trees

Species offset amount3 0.434 species units of habitat for Coastal Leek-orchid, Prasophyllum litorale 0.434 species units of habitat for Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana Large trees* 0 trees

* The total number of large trees that 0 large trees to be protected in either the general, species or combination the offset must protect across all habitat units protected

NB: values within tables in this document may not add to the totals shown above due to rounding Appendix 1 includes information about the native vegetation to be removed Appendix 2 includes information about the rare or threatened species mapped at the site. Appendix 3 includes maps showing native vegetation to be removed and extracts of relevant species habitat importance maps

1 The general offset amount required is the sum of all general habitat units in Appendix 1.

2 Minimum strategic biodiversity score is 80 per cent of the weighted average score across habitat zones where a general offset is required

3 The species offset amount(s) required is the sum of all species habitat units in Appendix 1.

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Next steps

Any proposal to remove native vegetation must meet the application requirements of the Detailed Assessment Pathway and it will be assessed under the Detailed Assessment Pathway.

If you wish to remove the mapped native vegetation you are required to apply for a permit from your local council. Council will refer your application to DELWP for assessment, as required. This report is not a referral assessment by DELWP.

This Native vegetation removal report must be submitted with your application for a permit to remove, destroy or lop native vegetation.

Refer to the Guidelines for the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation (the Guidelines) for a full list of application requirements This report provides information that meets the following application requirements: ' The assessment pathway and reason for the assessment pathway ' A description of the native vegetation to be removed (partly met) ' Maps showing the native vegetation and property (partly met) ' Information about the impacts on rare or threatened species. ' The offset requirements determined in accordance with section 5 of the Guidelines that apply if approval is granted to remove native vegetation.

Additional application requirements must be met including: ' Topographical and land information ' Recent dated photographs ' Details of past native vegetation removal ' An avoid and minimise statement ' A copy of any Property Vegetation Plan that applies ' A defendable space statement as applicable ' A statement about the Native Vegetation Precinct Plan as applicable ' A site assessment report including a habitat hectare assessment of any patches of native vegetation and details of trees ' An offset statement that explains that an offset has been identified and how it will be secured.

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Page 3 Appendix 1: Description of native vegetation to be removed

The species-general offset test was applied to your proposal. This test determines if the proposed removal of native vegetation has a proportional impact on any rare or threatened species habitats above the species offset threshold. The threshold is set at 0.005 per cent of the mapped habitat value for a species. When the proportional impact is above the species offset threshold a species offset is required. This test is done for all species mapped at the site. Multiple species offsets will be required if the species offset threshold is exceeded for multiple species. Where a zone requires species offset(s), the species habitat units for each species in that zone is calculated by the following equation in accordance with the Guidelines: Species habitat units = extent x condition x species landscape factor x 2, where the species landscape factor = 0.5 + (habitat importance score/2) The species offset amount(s) required is the sum of all species habitat units per zone Where a zone does not require a species offset, the general habitat units in that zone is calculated by the following equation in accordance with the Guidelines: General habitat units = extent x condition x general landscape factor x 1.5, where the general landscape factor = 0.5 + (strategic biodiversity value score/2) The general offset amount required is the sum of all general habitat units per zone.

Native vegetation to be removed

Information provided by or on behalf of the applicant in a GIS file Information calculated by EnSym

BioEVC Extent Large Partial Condition Polygon SBV HI Zone Type BioEVC conservation without Habitat Offset type tree(s) removal score Extent score score status overlap units 503889 Coastal Leek-orchid Prasophyllum 1-B Patch brid0161 Vulnerable 0 no 0.250 0.829 0.829 0.579 1.000 0.414 litorale

0.109 0.414 505059 Tiny Violet Viola seppeltiana

2-A Patch brid0161 Vulnerable 0 no 0.670 0.009 0.009 0.880 0.009 General

503889 Coastal Leek-orchid Prasophyllum 3-A Patch brid0161 Vulnerable 0 no 0.670 0.015 0.015 0.880 1.000 0.020 litorale

1.000 0.020 505059 Tiny Violet Viola seppeltiana

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Species Conservation Species common name Species scientific name Group Habitat impacted % habitat value affected number status

Tiny Violet Viola seppeltiana 505059 Rare Highly Localised Habitat Habitat importance map 0.0427

Coastal Leek-orchid Prasophyllum litorale 503889 Vulnerable Highly Localised Habitat Habitat importance map 0.0084

Coast Bush-pea Pultenaea canaliculata 502839 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0004

Square Raspwort Haloragis exalata var. exalata 501582 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0002

Oval-leaf Logania Logania ovata 502032 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0002

Coast Twin-leaf Zygophyllum billardierei 503615 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0002

Coast Bitter-bush Adriana quadripartita 504755 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Drooping Velvet-bush Lasiopetalum schulzenii 501875 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Coast Ballart Exocarpos syrticola 501354 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Coast Fescue Poa billardierei 501361 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Coast Helmet-orchid Corybas despectans 500836 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Scented Spider-orchid Caladenia fragrantissima 504351 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Dune Poa Poa poiformis var. ramifer 504826 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Coast Ground-berry Acrotriche cordata 500119 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Dune Fan-flower Scaevola calendulacea 503019 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Grey-headed Flying-fox Pteropus poliocephalus 11280 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Swamp Greenhood Pterostylis tenuissima 502819 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Lax Twig-sedge Baumea laxa 500378 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0001

Critically Southern Bent-wing Bat Miniopterus schreibersii bassanii 61343 Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 endangered

Page 5 Pterostylis cucullata subsp. Leafy Greenhood 505911 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 cucullata

Wiry Bog-sedge Schoenus carsei 503043 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Swamp Diuris Diuris palustris 501082 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Dense Leek-orchid Prasophyllum spicatum 504506 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Winter Sun-orchid Thelymitra hiemalis 505006 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Robust Spider-orchid Caladenia valida 501022 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Forked Rice-flower Pimelea hewardiana 502522 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Southern Xanthosia Xanthosia tasmanica 504088 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Slender Stylewort Levenhookia sonderi 501998 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Metallic Sun-orchid Thelymitra epipactoides 503367 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Showy Lobelia Lobelia beaugleholei 502733 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Swamp Skink Lissolepis coventryi 12407 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Paper Flower Thomasia petalocalyx 503392 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Hoary Rapier-sedge Lepidosperma canescens 501915 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Small Sickle Greenhood Pterostylis lustra 504876 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Mauve-tuft Sun-orchid Thelymitra malvina 503374 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Slender Pink-fingers Caladenia vulgaris 504449 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Rough Daisy-bush Olearia asterotricha 502300 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Maroon Leek-orchid Prasophyllum frenchii 502709 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Forest Bitter-cress Cardamine papillata 505034 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Wavy Swamp Wallaby- Amphibromus sinuatus 503625 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 grass

Plains Yam-daisy Microseris scapigera s.s. 504657 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Bog Gum Eucalyptus kitsoniana 501290 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Blotched Sun-orchid Thelymitra benthamiana 503369 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Page 6 Swamp Flax-lily Dianella callicarpa 505086 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Leafy Twig-sedge Cladium procerum 500786 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Swamp Fireweed Senecio psilocarpus 504659 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Parsley Xanthosia Xanthosia leiophylla 504562 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Lewin's Rail Lewinia pectoralis pectoralis 10045 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Habitat importance map ; Coastal Lignum Muehlenbeckia gunnii 503875 Vulnerable Dispersed 0.0000 special site

Western Peppermint Eucalyptus falciformis 505358 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Delicate Crane's-bill Geranium sp. 6 505347 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Tight Bedstraw Galium curvihirtum 501407 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Neat Spear-grass Austrostipa mundula 503281 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Rough Blown-grass Lachnagrostis rudis subsp. rudis 500159 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

One-flower Early Nancy Wurmbea uniflora 503583 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Silky Kidney-weed Dichondra sp. 1 505786 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Accipiter novaehollandiae Grey Goshawk 10220 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 novaehollandiae

Clover Glycine Glycine latrobeana 501456 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Tyto novaehollandiae Masked Owl 10250 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 novaehollandiae

Spot-tailed Quoll Dasyurus maculatus maculatus 11008 Endangered Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Chestnut-rumped Calamanthus pyrrhopygius 10498 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 Heathwren

Square-tailed Kite Lophoictinia isura 10230 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Eucalyptus aff. goniocalyx Tremont Bundy 507008 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000 (Dandenong Ranges)

White-throated Needletail Hirundapus caudacutus 10334 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Black Falcon Falco subniger 10238 Vulnerable Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Lacey River Buttercup Ranunculus amplus 505019 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Page 7 Dwarf Brooklime Gratiola pumilo 503753 Rare Dispersed Habitat importance map 0.0000

Habitat group ' Highly localised habitat means there is 2000 hectares or less mapped habitat for the species ' Dispersed habitat means there is more than 2000 hectares of mapped habitat for the species

Habitat impacted ' Habitat importance maps are the maps defined in the Guidelines that include all the mapped habitat for a rare or threatened species ' Top ranking maps are the maps defined in the Guidelines that depict the important areas of a dispersed species habitat, developed from the highest habitat importance scores in dispersed species habitat maps and selected VBA records ' Selected VBA record is an area in Victoria that represents a large population, roosting or breeding site etc.

Page 8 Appendix 3 l Images of mapped native vegetation 2. Strategic biodiversity values map

3. Aerial photograph showing mapped native vegetation

Page 9 4. Map of the property in context

Yellow boundaries denote areas of proposed native vegetation removal.

Page 10 4. Habitat importance maps Coastal Leek-orchid Tiny Violet Prasophyllum litorale Viola seppeltiana 503889 505059

Page 11 APPENDIX 6 – Native Vegetation Offset (NVO) Report

Biodiversity Assessment: Cape Bridgewater 39 Bridgewater Rd Bridgewater Rd Legend Study Area Impact area

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VicMap Data: The State of Victoria does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of information in this publication Service Layer Credits: Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, and any person using or relying upon such information does Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, so on the basis that the State of Victoria shall bear no AeroGRID, IGN, and the GIS User Community responsibility or liability whatsoever for any errors, faults, defects or omissions in the information. 12771_Fig02_EcoFeat 17/01/2020 lroy Scenario test – native vegetation offset

This report provides information about a potential native vegetation offset site for internal testing of different proposals to protect native vegetation. This report IS NOT a Native vegetation offset report. A report must be obtained from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP).

Date of issue: 20/01/2020 Report ID: Scenario Testing Time of issue: 2:52 pm

Project ID EHP12771_CapeBridgewater_OS_VG94_v2_RN

Extent of proposed offset site

Total extent 2.125 ha

Patches 2.125 ha

Revegetation 0.000 ha

Scattered tree(s) 0.000 ha

Habitat units of gain for the proposed offset site

The offset site has the following total general and species habitat units. These units can be used to satisfy a single permit condition or if the offset site is established as a first party offset site.

Total habitat units and attributes used for a single permit (once off use)

Number of large tree(s) Nil large trees are protected at the offset site

General habitat units 0.469 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins CMA, Glenelg Shire Council 0.871 Strategic biodiversity value Species habitat units 0.350 species habitat units for Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 0.364 species habitat units for Square Raspwort, Haloragis exalata var. exalata 0.364 species habitat units for Oval-leaf Logania, Logania ovata 0.364 species habitat units for Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea canaliculata 0.364 species habitat units for Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum billardierei 0.330 species habitat units for Coastal Lignum, Muehlenbeckia gunnii 0.447 species habitat units for Coastal Leek-orchid, Prasophyllum litorale 0.447 species habitat units for Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana

Habitat units of gain per zone of the proposed offset site

This table provides the habitat units of gain per zone of the offset site. Trading and allocation of units within the Native Vegetation Credit Register takes place at the zone. The species-general offset test is done to determine which species the proposed offset site provides habitat for. The threshold is set at 0.0025 per cent of the mapped habitat value for a species. When the threshold is met or exceeded, species habitat units are generated. If required species habitat units can be generated for all other species mapped at the site. Multiple species units will be generated if the threshold is exceeded for multiple species. The species habitat units for each species in a zone is calculated by the following equation in accordance with the Guidelines: Species habitat units = extent x gain score x species landscape factor, where the species landscape factor = 0.5 + (habitat importance score/2)

The general habitat units in a zone is calculated by the following equation in accordance with the Guidelines:

General habitat units = extent x gain score x general landscape factor, where the general landscape factor = 0.5 + (strategic biodiversity value score/2)

Species and general habitat units are alternates and the use or sale of one type of unit will affect the number of other types of units remaining.

Information provided by or on behalf of the applicant Information calculated by EnSym Extent Gain Polygon without Zone Type score Large tree extent overlap SBV HIS Habitat units Attributes 1-A Patch 0.236 0 0.044 0.044 0.868 0.010 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.461 0.008 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.456 0.008 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.456 0.008 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.461 0.008 species habitat units billardierei 503875 Coastal Lignum, 0.440 0.007 species habitat units Muehlenbeckia gunnii 503889 Coastal Leek-orchid, 1.000 0.010 species habitat units Prasophyllum litorale 1.000 0.010 species habitat units 505059 Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana 2-A Patch 0.236 0 1.627 1.627 0.872 0.359 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 0.459 0.280 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei

501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.465 0.281 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.465 0.281 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.465 0.281 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.465 0.281 species habitat units billardierei 503875 Coastal Lignum, 0.500 0.288 species habitat units Muehlenbeckia gunnii 503889 Coastal Leek-orchid, 1.000 0.384 species habitat units Prasophyllum litorale 1.000 0.384 species habitat units 505059 Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana 3-A Patch 0.236 0 0.137 0.137 0.843 0.030 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 0.346 0.022 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.346 0.022 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.346 0.022 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.346 0.022 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.346 0.022 species habitat units billardierei 1-B Patch 0.236 0 0.203 0.203 0.880 0.045 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 0.360 0.033 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.474 0.035 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.474 0.035 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.474 0.035 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.474 0.035 species habitat units billardierei 503875 Coastal Lignum, 0.440 0.034 species habitat units Muehlenbeckia gunnii

503889 Coastal Leek-orchid, 1.000 0.048 species habitat units Prasophyllum litorale 1.000 0.048 species habitat units 505059 Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana 3-B Patch 0.236 0 0.020 0.020 0.840 0.004 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 0.340 0.003 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.340 0.003 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.340 0.003 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.340 0.003 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.340 0.003 species habitat units billardierei 1-C Patch 0.236 0 0.016 0.016 0.880 0.004 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.500 0.003 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.500 0.003 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.500 0.003 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.500 0.003 species habitat units billardierei 503889 Coastal Leek-orchid, 1.000 0.004 species habitat units Prasophyllum litorale 1.000 0.004 species habitat units 505059 Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana 3-C Patch 0.236 0 0.038 0.038 0.880 0.008 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 0.360 0.006 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.360 0.006 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.360 0.006 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.360 0.006 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.360 0.006 species habitat units billardierei 2-B Patch 0.236 0 0.037 0.037 0.880 0.008 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire

0.360 0.006 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.360 0.006 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.360 0.006 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.360 0.006 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.360 0.006 species habitat units billardierei 1-D Patch 0.236 0 0.004 0.004 0.880 0.001 general habitat units Glenelg Hopkins ; Glenelg Shire 0.360 0.001 species habitat units 501361 Coast Fescue, Poa billardierei 501582 Square Raspwort, Haloragis 0.367 0.001 species habitat units exalata var. exalata 502032 Oval-leaf Logania, Logania 0.367 0.001 species habitat units ovata 502839 Coast Bush-pea, Pultenaea 0.367 0.001 species habitat units canaliculata 503615 Coast Twin-leaf, Zygophyllum 0.367 0.001 species habitat units billardierei 503889 Coastal Leek-orchid, 1.000 0.001 species habitat units Prasophyllum litorale 1.000 0.001 species habitat units 505059 Tiny Violet, Viola seppeltiana

Next steps

To protect native vegetation as an offset you must obtain a Native vegetation offset report from Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP). This report IS NOT a Native vegetation offset report. Offset sites must meet eligibility criteria as outlined in the Guidelines for the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation and the Native vegetation gain scoring manual, version 2 available on the DELWP website, and any other relevant requirements. Eligible offset sites that are intended to be banked or sold as credits must be registered on the Native Vegetation Credit Register (NVCR). A gain scoring assessment must be done before any offset can be registered on the NVCR. All proposed offset sites must be secured by a relevant security agreement that includes an offset management plan. Once the extent of the proposed offset area is finalised, submit your data standard compliant shapefiles by email to ensymnvrtool.support @delwp.vic.gov.au for processing.

Appendix 1 – Images of marked native vegetation

1. Aerial photograph showing marked native vegetation

2. Strategic biodiversity value map

2. Habitat importance maps Coast Fescue Square Raspwort Poa billardierei Haloragis exalata var. exalata 501361 501582

Oval-leaf Logania Coast Bush-pea Logania ovata Pultenaea canaliculata 502032 502839

Coast Twin-leaf Coastal Lignum Zygophyllum billardierei Muehlenbeckia gunnii 503615 503875

Coastal Leek-orchid Tiny Violet Prasophyllum litorale Viola seppeltiana 503889 505059

GLOSSARY

Alternate offset Offset types within a zone are alternates. The use of one offset type will result in the types proportional reduction of all other offset types within the zone. Refer to Native vegetation offset sites fact sheet available on the DELWP website for more information.

Gain score This is the site-assessed gain score for the native vegetation based on the agreed management and security commitments. Each zone in the proposed offset site is assigned a gain score according to the gain scoring assessment. The score is divided by 100 to give a number between 0 and 1.

General habitat The general habitat units quantify the overall contribution that the protection and units of gain management of native vegetation at the offset site makes to Victoria’s biodiversity. The general habitat units are calculated as follows:

푮풆풏풆풓풂풍 풉풂풃풊풕풂풕 풖풏풊풕풔 = 풆풙풕풆풏풕 × 품풂풊풏 풔풄풐풓풆 × 품풆풏풆풓풂풍 풍풂풏풅풔풄풂풑풆 풇풂풄풕풐풓

General The general landscape factor is the adjusted strategic biodiversity value (SBV) score. The landscape factor SBV score is adjusted so that site-based biodiversity information has more influence on the number of units.

General offset The attributes of a general offset includes the location (Catchment Management Authority attributes and Municipal District), strategic biodiversity value score and the number of large trees protected.

There are two types of offsets, general offsets and species offsets. All offset sites include Offset type general offsets. Sites that are mapped as habitat for rare or threatened species can also include species offsets for the mapped species.

Species offset The attributes of a species offset is the mapped habitat for the species and the number of attributes large trees protected.

Species habitat The species habitat units quantify the overall contribution that the protection and units of gain management of native vegetation at an offset site makes to the habitat of the relevant rare or threatened species. Species habitat units are calculated for each species in the zone where the result of the threshold test is greater than 0.0025 per cent. Species units are calcualted as follows:

푺풑풆풄풊풆풔 풉풂풃풊풕풂풕 풖풏풊풕풔풔풑풆풄풊풆풔 풙 = 풆풙풕풆풏풕 × 품풂풊풏 풔풄풐풓풆 × 풔풑풆풄풊풆풔 풍풂풏풅풔풄풂풑풆 풇풂풄풕풐풓풔풑풆풄풊풆풔 풙