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Project: Fairview Ecological Assessment – Lot 5 on WT217 Reference: 221708
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Paul Wybrew Santos Ltd 32 Turbot St, Brisbane
From: Aurecon C/o Vanessa Boettcher Date: 20 September 2011 Total pages: 16
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Dear Mr Wybrew
Addendum to Lot 5 WT217 Report This memorandum relates to the ground-truthing of the proposed development areas shown in Figure 1.1 (page 9). This memorandum documents the results of ecological investigations of the following areas: Three (3) geotechnical survey locations (CPU2-RM01, CPU2-RM02, CPU2-RM03) Six (6) additional footprint areas (eg Effluent Irrigation area, Contractor Yard) Two (2) corridors (F298, Flowline)
These ecological investigations were undertaken during August 2011 by three (3) Aurecon ecologists (Cassandra Arkinstall, Bree Wilson and Sarah Glauert). A report specific to previously assessed proposed development areas within Lot 5 on WT217 has been prepared and submitted to Santos (Ecological Assessment Report – Lot 5 WT217; Document Reference 0020-GLNG-4-1.3-0030). This memorandum should be treated as an addendum to the report listed above. This memorandum is specific to the ecology of the section of the proposed development areas shown in Figure 1.1. For additional ecological information related to the proposed development that is in addition to that covered by this report, please refer to the appropriate Lot-specific report.
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Ecological Assessment
1. Geotechnical survey locations
General The three (3) geotechnical survey locations are all located within a previously cleared area; near the existing Fairview Compressor Station 1 and Fairview Road (Figure 1.1).The area of investigation for each geotechnical survey location was a circular area with a diameter of 100 m. The test pits are situated within a highly modified environment that has resulted from historical vegetation clearing and agricultural practices (including stock grazing). No Regional Ecosystems (REs) as defined by the Queensland Vegetation Management Act 1999 (VM Act), Threatened Ecological Communities as listed under the provisions of the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC Act) or Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) (or associated buffers) are mapped within the proposed development areas. The nearest mapped ESA is located approximately 300 m north of CPU2-RM01 (Figure 1.1). No mapped watercourses (Department of Environment and Resource Management [DERM]) occur within the proposed development areas; however a small drainage line was recorded adjacent to CPU2-RM02 (‘stream order 1’).
Floristics The geotechnical survey locations are located within a historically cleared area and which is now dominated by Pennisetum ciliare (Buffel Grass), with limited extant woody vegetation. All of the survey locations lacked a sub-canopy/canopy layer. The ground stratum at all of the survey locations is relatively dense (75% cover of the total area assessed), with P. ciliare dominating the stratum. Other ground cover species recorded included Heteropogon contortus (Black Spear Grass), Eragrostis sororia (Woodland Lovegrass), Verbena tenuisecta (Mayne’s Curse) and Sclerolaena birchii (Galvanised Burr). The shrub layer within the survey locations is moderately sparse (20-30% cover of the total area), with a height range of 1.5-4.5m. The dominant shrub species at all three survey locations is Eucalyptus populnea (Poplar Box). Species representative of the shrub layer also included Eremophila mitchellii (False sandalwood), Geijera parviflora (Wilga), Dodonaea viscosa (Sticky Hopbush), Eucalyptus melanophloia (Silver-leaved Ironbark) and Acacia excelsa (Ironwood). No species of conservation significance (ie endangered, vulnerable or near threatened [EVNT] species protected under the provisions of the Nature Conservation Act 1992 [NC Act] and/or the EPBC Act) were recorded within or directly adjacent to the proposed test pit locations. Furthermore, no species of harvestable importance (ie Type A restricted plants protected under the provisions of the NC Act) were recorded during these investigations. A species list for the test pit locations is provided in the Attachment on page 11.
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Habitat values Five (5) incidental fauna species within the survey locations as listed in Table 1.1 below. Table 1.1 Incidental fauna species recorded within the proposed development area
Common name Scientific name Birds Pied Currawong Strepera graculina Striated Pardalote Pardalotus striatus Torresian Crow Corvus orru Weebill Smicrornis brevirostris Wedge-tailed Eagle Aquila audax
No conservation significant fauna species (ie EVNT species listed under the provisions of the EPBC Act and/or the NC Act) were recorded during field investigations. The proposed development area contains limited woody vegetation and has been extensively disturbed as a result of previous vegetation clearing for agricultural purposes. Habitat features present within the survey locations were limited to dense groundcover vegetation (ie grassy tussocks), woody debris (ie fallen/felled timber), and canopy cover suitable for shelter, foraging and perching (in areas where sub-canopy stratum present). As a result, the habitat value of the proposed development area is considered low overall. Accordingly, the species utilising resources in the proposed development area shown in Figure 1.1 are most likely to be limited to common, generalist species that are able to adapt to significant habitat disturbances (ie House mouse [Mus musculus], common macropods). Common birds of prey (eg Nankeen Kestrel [Falco cenchroides], Black Kite [Milvus migrans]) and grassland species are also expected to utilise this site and the surrounding areas for foraging purposes.
2. Additional footprint areas
General The additional footprint areas are a combination of EITC areas and other smaller areas that occur within the general development area but have not previously been assessed (ie voids within the proposed development footprint) (Figure 1.1). These areas (herein referred to as the ‘proposed development areas’) are all located within close proximity to the existing Fairview Compressor Station 1. This area has been historically cleared for agricultural purposes as well as for the existing infrastructure. Some woody regrowth vegetation persists, particularly in association with Lambing Gully to the east of the proposed development area (Figure 1.1). No REs are mapped within the proposed development area (DERM). No ESAs are mapped within the proposed development area, with the nearest ESA located approximately 400 m to the north. One (1) mapped watercourse (DERM) is location within the proposed development area. The ‘stream order 1’ watercourse bisects Area 3 and The FV-05 Camp, Effluent Irrigation and Contractor Yard Area (Figure 1.1).
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Floristics The proposed development areas contain scattered canopy and sub-canopy trees, accounting for less than 5% cover of the total area assessed. The height range of these trees is 18-22 m, with only two (2) species recorded Eucalyptus melanophloia (Silver-leaved Ironbark) and Eucalyptus populnea (Poplar Box). The shrub layer is moderately sparse and patchy (from 20 to 45% cover of the total area), with a height range of 1-6 m. Commonly occurring species include Callitris glaucophylla (White Cypress Pine), E. melanophloia, E. populnea, Eremophila mitchellii (False Sandalwood), Geijera parviflora (Wilga), Acacia leiocalyx (Black Wattle), and other Acacia species. The ground cover stratum within the proposed development areas is predominantly Pennisetum ciliare (Buffel Grass) dominated. The ground cover layer is typically dense (75-90% cover of the total area) with a maximum height of 1.5 m. Other commonly occurring native and exotic forbs include Themeda triandra (Kangaroo Grass), Eragrostis species (Lovegrasses), Sporobolus creber (Western Rat’s-tail Grass) and Verbena tenuisecta (Mayne’s Curse). Twenty-one (21) Type A restricted species were recorded within the proposed development area. Table 2.1 and Figure 1.1 provide the locations of the Type A species recorded.
Table 2.1 Type A restricted plant species recorded within the proposed development area
Easting Northing Species (GDA 94, Zone 55S) (GDA 94, Zone 55S) Xanthorrhoea johnsonii 694084 7166240 (Six individuals recorded) Xanthorrhoea johnsonii 694161 7166258 (Six individuals recorded) Xanthorrhoea johnsonii 694176 7166267 (Two individuals recorded) Brachychiton rupestris 692529 7165018 Brachychiton rupestris 692513 7165033 Brachychiton populneus 693595 7166046 (Juvenile) Brachychiton populneus 693595 7166046 (Juvenile) Brachychiton populneus 693599 7166046 (Juvenile) Brachychiton populneus 693599 7166051 (Juvenile) Brachychiton populneus 693599 7166051 (Juvenile)
A species list for this proposed development area is provided in the Attachment on page 11.
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Habitat values Fourteen (14) incidental fauna species were recorded within the proposed development areas, as listed in Table 2.2 below. Table 2.2 Incidental fauna species recorded within the proposed development area
Common name Scientific name Birds Australasian Pipit Anthus novaeseelandiae Brown Quail Coturnix ypsilophora Nankeen Kestrel Falco cenchroides Noisy Miner Manorina melanocephala Pied Currawong Strepera graculina Striated Pardalote Pardalotus striatus Torresian Crow Corvus orru Weebill Smicrornis brevirostris White-eared Honeyeater Lichenostomus leucotis Willie Wagtail Rhipidura leucophrys Reptiles Eastern Long-neck Turtle Chelodina longicollis Amphibians Eastern Sedge Frog Litoria fallax Beeping Froglet Crinia parinsignifera Macropods Eastern Grey Kangaroo Macropus giganteus
No conservation significant fauna species (ie EVNT species listed under the provisions of the EPBC Act and/or the NC Act) were recorded during field investigations. The proposed development areas contain a wide range of habitat features including: Canopy cover suitable for shelter, foraging and perching (limited) Fissured tree bark Dense ground cover Woody debris (ie fallen/felled timber including hollow-bearing logs) Rocky crevices Watercourse habitat (including bank habitat)
Typically, the areas which contain limited woody vegetation or have been extensively disturbed as a result of historical clearing, have low overall habitat value. These areas are typically dominated by P. ciliare (and other exotic grass and forb species) and contain a sparse shrub/canopy layer. Habitat features within these areas are therefore limited to dense groundcover vegetation (ie grassy tussocks) and woody debris (ie fallen/felled timber). Some of the areas contain mature vegetation (as scattered canopy trees) or established regrowth (although are not considered remnant vegetation communities as they do not meet the canopy cover and/or height requirements). These areas contain some structural and floristic diversity, with habitat features including canopy cover, woody debris, dense ground cover and fissured tree bark. These areas are likely to provide habitat for a range of common fauna species. Overall the habitat value of these areas is considered moderate.
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The watercourse mapped within Area 3 and The FV-05 Camp (Figure 1.1), is also likely to provide a source of water for a range of species. Two (2) amphibians and one (1) turtle species were recorded within/adjacent to this watercourse during field investigations (Table 2.3). In summary, the species utilising resources in the proposed development areas (Figure 1.1) are most likely to be limited to common, generalist species that are able to adapt to significant habitat disturbances (ie House mouse [Mus musculus], common macropods). Common birds of prey (eg Nankeen Kestrel [Falco cenchroides], Black Kite [Milvus migrans]) and grassland species are also expected to utilise this site and the surrounding areas for foraging purposes.
3. Corridor F298
General Corridor F298 is situated directly to the south-west of the existing Fairview Compressor Station 1 and traverses Fairview Road (Figure 1.1). The proposed development area is located within a previously cleared area which is the result of agricultural practices (including stock grazing) and the development of the surrounding area (eg compressor station, roads and access tracks). No REs or ESAs (including associated buffers) are mapped within the proposed development area. The nearest mapped ESA is located more than 1 km to the west of the corridor (Figure 1.1). No mapped watercourses (DERM) occur within the proposed development area; however a ‘stream order 1’ drainage line occurs directly adjacent to the corridor (north-western side of the development area).
Floristics The corridor is located within a historically cleared area and which is now dominated by Pennisetum ciliare (Buffel Grass), with limited woody vegetation present. No canopy or sub-canopy stratum were recorded within the proposed development area. The ground stratum is relatively dense (75% cover of the total area assessed), with P. ciliare dominating this layer. Other ground cover species recorded included Heteropogon contortus (Black Spear Grass), Eragrostis sororia (Woodland Lovegrass), Verbena tenuisecta (Mayne’s Curse) and Sclerolaena birchii (Galvanised Burr). The shrub layer within the corridor is moderately sparse (20-30% cover of the total area), with a height range of 2-4 m. Eucalyptus populnea (Poplar Box) is the dominant shrub species, with other species including Eremophila mitchellii (False sandalwood), Geijera parviflora (Wilga), Dodonaea viscosa (Sticky Hopbush), Eucalyptus melanophloia (Silver-leaved Ironbark) and Acacia excelsa (Ironwood). No species of conservation significance (ie EVNT species protected under the provisions of the NC Act and/or the EPBC Act) were recorded within or directly adjacent to the proposed development area. Furthermore, no species of harvestable importance (ie Type A restricted plants protected under the provisions of the NC Act) were recorded during these investigations. A species list for the test pit locations is provided in the Attachment on page 11.
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Habitat values Eight (8) incidental fauna species within the survey locations as listed in Table 3.1 below. Table 3.1 Incidental fauna species recorded within the proposed development area
Common name Scientific name Birds Australasian Pipit Anthus novaeseelandiae Noisy Friarbird Philemon corniculatus Noisy Miner Manorina melanocephala Red-backed Fairy-wren Malurus melanocephalus Striated Pardalote Pardalotus striatus Sulphur-crested Cockatoo Cacatua galerita Torresian Crow Corvus orru Weebill Smicrornis brevirostris
No conservation significant fauna species (ie EVNT species listed under the provisions of the EPBC Act and/or the NC Act) were recorded during field investigations. The proposed development area contains limited woody vegetation and has been extensively disturbed as a result of previous vegetation clearing for agricultural purposes and the surrounding development. Habitat features present within the development area were limited to dense groundcover vegetation (ie grassy tussocks), woody debris (ie fallen/felled timber), and canopy cover suitable for shelter, foraging and perching (limited to the shrub layer). As a result, the habitat value of the proposed development area is considered low overall. Accordingly, the species utilising resources in the proposed development area shown in Figure 1.1 are most likely to be limited to common, generalist species that are able to adapt to significant habitat disturbances (ie House mouse [Mus musculus], common macropods). Common birds of prey (eg Nankeen Kestrel [Falco cenchroides], Black Kite [Milvus migrans]) and grassland species are also expected to utilise this site and the surrounding areas for foraging purposes.
4. Flowline Corridor
General The Flowline Corridor is located on a plateau, and adjoins Corridors T3 and F41 (Figure 1.1). An existing well pad is located directly adjacent to the proposed development area (Fairview 50), and an existing cleared access track traverses the length of the Corridor. As a result of these existing developments, the Corridor contains only woody regrowth vegetation up to 6 m height and a dense ground cover layer. No REs or ESAs are mapped within the proposed development area; however an ESA Category B Buffer extends into the southern portion of the Corridor. The nearest mapped ESA is located approximately 400 m to the south of the Corridor (Figure 1.1). No mapped watercourses (DERM) occur within the proposed development area, with the nearest watercourse located approximately 150 m to the south-east of the Corridor.
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Floristics The proposed development area does not contain a canopy or sub-canopy stratum. The shrub layer (height range 1.5-6 m) is moderately sparse (approximately 15% cover of the total area). The shrub layer is dominated by Acacia leiocalyx (Black Wattle) and Acacia longispicata, with other commonly occurring species including Alphitonia excelsa (Red Ash), Eucalyptus melanophloia (Silver-leaved Ironbark), Eucalyptus crebra (Narrow-leaved Ironbark) and other Acacia species. The ground cover stratum is relatively dense (approximately 90% cover of the total area) with exotic grass/forb dominating the stratum. Species recorded included Pennisetum ciliare (Buffel Grass), Melinis repens (Red Natal Grass) and Verbena tenuisecta (Mayne’s Curse). One (1) species protected under the provisions of the NC Act was observed at this location (Table 4.1). This species is a ground cover and was observed to occur throughout the development area. This species was more abundant in the existing cleared areas within the Flowline Corridor (Figure 1.1). Table 4.1 EVNT species recorded within the proposed development area
Species Location within the proposed development area Gonocarpus urceolatus Recorded throughout the proposed development area. Abundance (Vulnerable, NC Act) increasing in cleared areas.
A species list for these proposed development areas is provided in the Attachment on page 11.
Habitat values Four (4) incidental fauna species were recorded during this survey, as listed in Table 4.2 below. Table 4.2 Incidental fauna species recorded within the proposed development area
Common name Scientific name Birds Pied Currawong Strepera graculina Red-backed Fairy Wren Malurus melanocephalus Striated Pardalote Pardalotus striatus Weebill Smicrornis brevirostris
No conservation significant fauna species (ie EVNT species protected under the provisions of the EPBC Act and/or the NC Act) were recorded during field investigations. The proposed development area contains a range of habitat features including: Canopy cover suitable for shelter, foraging and perching Dense ground cover Limited woody debris (ie fallen/felled timber including hollow-bearing logs)
The habitat value of the proposed development area is relatively low and is typically limited to dense groundcover vegetation (ie grassy tussocks) and woody debris (ie fallen/felled timber). As a result, the habitat value of the Flowline Corridor is considered low overall.
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5. References Queensland Herbarium (2011) Regional Ecosystem Description Database (REDD). Version 6.0b - January 2011, (January 2011) (Department of Environment and Resource Management: Brisbane). Sattler, PS and Williams, RD (eds) (1999) The Conservation Status of Queensland’s Bioregional Ecosystems. Environmental Protection Agency, Brisbane.
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Botanical species list
Family Name Scientific Name Common Name Notes Adiantaceae Cheilanthes sieberi Mulga Fern
Amaranthaceae Alternanthera dentata Joy Weed
Amaranthaceae Alternanthera pungens Kaki Burr
Apocynaceae Carissa ovata Currant Bush
Apocynaceae Gomphocarpus physocarpus Balloon Cotton Bush
Asteraceae Bidens pilosa Cobblers Pegs
Asteraceae Bracteantha bracteata Everlasting Daisy
Asteraceae Calotis cuneifolia Purple Burr Daisy
Asteraceae Calotis lappulacea Yellow Burr Daisy
Asteraceae Calotis multicaulis Woolly head burr daisy
Asteraceae Cassinia laevis Cough Bush
Asteraceae Chrysocephalum apiculatum Yellow Buttons
Spear Thistle, Black Asteraceae Cirsium vulgare Thistle Asteraceae Conyza bonariensis Fleabane
Asteraceae Pterocaulon sphacelatum Apple Bush
Asteraceae Senecio lautus Fire Weed
Asteraceae Sonchus oleraceus Sow Thistle
Asteraceae Tagetes minuta Stinking Rodger
Asteraceae Xanthium occidentale Noogoora Burr
Cactaceae Harrisia spp Harrisia cactus
Cactaceae Opuntia stricta Prickly Pear LP Act Class 2 Weed Cactaceae Opuntia tomentosa Velvety Tree Pear LP Act Class 2 Weed Capparaceae Capparis lasiantha Native Orange
Capparaceae Capparis loranthifolia Nipan, Wait a while
Chenopodiaceae Chenopodium album Fat Hen
Chenopodiaceae Maireana microphylla Small-leaf Bluebush
Chenopodiaceae Sclerolaena birchii Galvanised Burr
Cupressaceae Callitris glaucophylla White Cypress Pine
Cyperaceae Cyperus bifax Star Sedge
sedge 2 - difformis, Dirty Cyperaceae Cyperus difformis Dora
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Family Name Scientific Name Common Name Notes Cyperaceae Fimbristylis dichotoma Fimbristylis
Cyperaceae Gahnia aspera Gahnia
Euphorbiaceae Chamaesyce drummondii Caustic Weed
Fabaceae - Senna artemisioides Senna Caesalpinioideae Fabaceae - Senna coronilloides Coffee Senna Caesalpinioideae Fabaceae - Crotalaria medicaginea Treefoil rattlepod Faboideae Fabaceae - Glycine tomentella Hairy Glycine Faboideae Fabaceae - Hovea planifolia Hovea Faboideae Fabaceae - Creeping Indigo, Purple Indigofera spicata Faboideae Indigo Fabaceae - Jacksonia scoparia Jacksonia Faboideae Fabaceae - Medicago polymorpha Burr Medic Faboideae Fabaceae – Stylosanthes scabra cv. Seca Seca Stylo Faboideae Fabaceae - Acacia complanata Velvet Wattle Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia decora Pretty Wattle Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia excelsa Iron wood Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia harpophylla Brigalow Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia leiocalyx Black Wattle Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia longispicata Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia macradenia Zigzag Wattle Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia caroleae Wattle Mimosoideae Fabaceae - Acacia cambagei Gidgee, Stinking Wattle Mimosoideae Goodeniaceae Goodenia glabra Smooth Goodenia
Goodeniaceae Goodenia rotundifolia Goodenia
Gonocarpus micranthus subsp. Haloragaceae Gonocarpus ramosissimus NC Act Vulnerable – Haloragaceae Gonocarpus urceolatus Gonocarpus Only observed within the Flowline Corridor Juncaceae Juncus usitatus Juncus
Lamiaceae Teucrium racemosum Grey Germander
Lomandraceae Lomandra leucocephala Lomandra
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Family Name Scientific Name Common Name Notes Lomandraceae Lomandra hystrix Creek Mat Rush
Lomandraceae Lomandra longifolia Lomandra
Lomandraceae Lomandra multiflora Lomandra
Chinese Lantern, Large Malvaceae Abutilon otocarpum Abutilon Malvaceae Malva parviflora Small-flowered Mallow
Malvaceae Malvastrum americanum Spiny Malvastrum
Malvaceae Sida acuta Spiny head Sida
Malvaceae Sida cordifolia Flannel weed
Malvaceae Sida fibulifera Creeping Sida
Malvaceae Sida rhombifolia Paddy's Lucerne
Malvaceae Sida rohlenae Shrub Sida
Malvaceae Sida spinosa Spiny Sida
Malvaceae Sida subspicata Queensland Hemp
Myoporaceae Eremophila debilis Winter Apple
Myoporaceae Eremophila mitchellii False Sandalwood
Myoporaceae Eremophila maculata Spotted Fuschia-bush
Myrtaceae Angophora leiocarpa Smooth-barked Apple
Myrtaceae Eucalyptus camaldulensis River Red Gum
Myrtaceae Eucalyptus chloroclada Dirty Gum
Myrtaceae Eucalyptus crebra Narrow Leaved Ironbark
Myrtaceae Eucalyptus melanophloia Silver Leaved Ironbark
Myrtaceae Eucalyptus populnea Poplar Box
Myrtaceae Eucalyptus tereticornis Queensland Blue Gum
Myrtaceae Lophostemon suaveolens Swamp Mahogany
Myrtaceae Corymbia sp. (Juvenile) Bloodwood
Oxalidaceae Oxalis stricta Yellow Wood Sorrel
Passifloraceae Passiflora arizonica Passion flower
Phormiaceae Dianella caerulea Blue Flax-lily
Picrodendraceae Petalostigma pubescens Quinine
Plantaginaceae Plantago cunninghamii Plantago
Plantaginaceae Plantago lanceolata Common Plantain
Poaceae Aristida calycina Dark Wiregrass
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Family Name Scientific Name Common Name Notes Poaceae Aristida contorta Kerosene Grass
Poaceae Aristida jerichoensis Jericho wire grass
Poaceae Aristida muricata Wire Grass
Poaceae Aristida ramosa Wire Grass
Poaceae Austrostipa verticillata Slender Bamboo Grass
Poaceae Bothriochloa bladhii Forest Blue Grass
Bothriochloa decipiens var. Poaceae Pitted Bluegrass decipiens Poaceae Bothriochloa ewartiana Desert Blue Grass
Poaceae Brachiaria decumbens Signal Grass
Poaceae Capillipedium spicigerum Scented-top grass
Poaceae Chloris gayana Rhodes Grass
Poaceae Chloris pectinata Comb chloris
Silky Topped Rhodes Poaceae Chloris virgata Grass Poaceae Cymbopogon refractus Barbwire Grass
Poaceae Dichanthium sericeum Queensland Blue Grass
Poaceae Digitaria ammophila Digitaria
Poaceae Enteropogon acicularis Curly Windmill Grass
Poaceae Enteropogon ramosus Twirly Windmill Grass
Poaceae Eragrostis brownii Browns Lovegrass
Poaceae Eragrostis elastica Elastic Grass
Poaceae Eragrostis fallax Tall Lovegrass
Poaceae Eragrostis lacunaria Tall Love Grass
Poaceae Eragrostis sororia Blue eragrostis
Poaceae Eriachne ciliata Slender wanderrie
Poaceae Heteropogon contortus Black Spear Grass
Poaceae Melinis repens Red Natal Grass
Poaceae Panicum decompositum Hairy Panic
Poaceae Panicum effusum Inquisitive Grass
Poaceae Panicum simile Two-coloured Panic
Poaceae Paspalidium distans Paspalidium
Poaceae Paspalidium distichum Water Couch
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Family Name Scientific Name Common Name Notes Poaceae Pennisetum ciliare Buffel Grass
Poaceae Setaria surgens Pigeon Grass
Poaceae Sorghum halepense Johnson Grass
Poaceae Sporobolus actinocladus Ray Grass
Poaceae Sporobolus caroli Desert Sporobolus
Poaceae Sporobolus creber Western Rats Tail Grass
Poaceae Themeda avenacea Wild Oats Grass
Poaceae Themeda quadrivalvis Grader Grass
Poaceae Themeda triandra Kangaroo Grass
Poaceae Urochloa mosambicensis Urochloa
Poaceae Aristida leptopoda White Spear Grass
Polygonaceae Emex australis Spiny Emex
Proteaceae Grevillea striata Beefwood
Proteaceae Hakea lorea Bootlace Oak
Proteaceae Persoonia falcata Geebung
Rhamnaceae Alphitonia excelsa Red Ash
Rhamnaceae Ventilago viminalis Vine Tree
Rubiaceae Canthium oleifolium Hat stand, Wild Lemon
Rubiaceae Psydrax odorata forma buxifolius Round Leaf Psydrax
Rutaceae Geijera parviflora Wilga
Santalaceae Exocarpos cupressafolius Bush Cherry
Sapindaceae Atalaya hemiglauca Whitewood
Sapindaceae Dodonaea viscosa Sticky Hopbush
Scrophulariaceae Verbascum virgatum Twiggy Mullein
Solanaceae Solanum ellipticum Potato Bush
NC Act Type A Sterculiaceae Brachychiton populneus Kurrajong Species Thymelaeaceae Pimelea curviflora
Thymelaeaceae Pimelea linifolia Slender Rice-flower
Tiliacea Grewia latifolia Dysentery Plant
Verbenaceae Verbena tenuisecta Mayne’s Curse
NC Act Type A Xanthorrhoeaceae Xanthorrhoea johnsonii Grasstree Species
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