Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan

Central Forest Management Area

(, Erica, ) 20 11 /12 to 20 13 /14

The Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan may not be in its final form. It may be amended from time to time. DSE maintains a record of amendments to the WUP. If you wish to inspect any amendments, contact the relevant DSE office to arrange a suitable viewing time. The Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan is based on meeting legal timber supply obligations. The location and boundaries of proposed coupes shown on the attached maps are only approximate and indicative. The precise boundary of any coupe will be identified on site by DSE before harvesting begins, in accordance with the Code of Practices for Timber Production 2007.

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Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan

Central Gippsland Forest Management Area (Noojee, Erica, South Gippsland) – 2011/12 to 2013/14

This Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan (WUP) Supply of Products Schedule 2 provides an estimate of forest produce volume applies to the Forest For the period of this WUP DSE plans to provide an annual from operations listed in Schedule 1 by harvest year. Management Area (FMA) (Erica, Noojee, supply from the Central Gippsland (Erica, Noojee, and South Gippsland) for the period 2011/12 to South Gippsland) FMA of up to: 2013/2014. • 480 cubic metres of sawlog to supply commercial Information provided on the schedules The Proposed WUP is a three year works plan for timber licenses; and Address - unique numeric identifiers that help administer production, domestic firewood provision, reforestation, • 8434 cubic metres of firewood for domestic the coupe or work site. Each address comprises codes road construction and improvement, major recreation collectors. that relate to the coupe or work site location. upgrades and other minor forest operations. These volumes meet legal timber supply commitments Works period – the anticipated range of financial years This Proposed WUP includes sites located in State forest, and provide appropriate domestic firewood and minor when works may occur on the site. Forest Park and Regional Park within the Central produce resources to support the needs of local Gippsland FMA. communities. Gross area - the maximum area of the site measured in hectares, including streamside buffers and filters, and DSE has prepared this Proposed WUP in accordance with Some additional forest produce may result from roading, areas specifically excluded from disturbance. relevant legislation and Government policy, including the track works, bridge works and fire protection operation Gippsland, and Central Highlands Forest Management types identified in this WUP. Net area – an estimate of the actual area measured in Plans, the Gippsland and Central Highlands Regional Works Plan hectares, where works will occur excluding streamside Forest Agreements and the Code of Practices for Timber buffers and filters, and areas specifically excluded from Production 2007. The Proposed WUP consists of schedules and maps. The disturbance. schedules list the sites by forest area map sheet where works are planned for the 2011/12 to 2013/14 period, and Gross length – the maximum length of works measured in anticipated forest produce volumes where applicable. The kilometres, including stream side buffers and filters, and maps show the location of the listed works. areas specifically excluded from disturbance.

Contingency coupes – coupes available for harvesting in Schedule 1 provides information about coupes listed for DSE managed commercial timber production operations the first year of a Wood Utilisation Plan in the event of and non-commercial works such as domestic firewood changed circumstances. Contingency coupes are denoted production, reforestation, road construction and with a “C” following the scheduled harvest year. improvement, major recreation upgrades and other minor forest operations.

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Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan

Central Gippsland Forest Management Area (Noojee, Erica, South Gippsland) – 2011/12 to 2013/14

Operation Type An even-aged silvicultural system in which all live trees Alpine Mixed Species are felled apart from a number of uniformly distributed The type of works planned at each site, distinguishing Peppermint / Gum forests at high elevation (600 m – trees retained to provide seed for regeneration and between commercial timber production, domestic 1700m asl), generally featuring E.radiata (Narrow Leaf habitat. firewood production, road construction and improvement, Peppermint), E.dives (Broad Leaf Peppermint) , regeneration, major recreation upgrades and other Group Selection System (GSS) E.dalrympleana (Mountain Gum), E.rubida (Candlebark) or operation types. E.mannifera (Brittle Gum). An even aged silvicultural system which removes small Silvicultural Systems groups of trees dependant on age and forest structure. Sugar Gum Predominant

Silvicultural systems are techniques used in management Thinning from Below (THB) Stands dominated by E. cladocalyx (Sugar Gum). This species is endemic to South but has been of forests to promote regeneration and/ or maintain forest Removing the smaller and poorly formed trees from a planted in shelterbelts, windbreaks and plantations across structure. stand and allowing the larger better formed trees to Victoria, mostly in the drier parts of western Victoria. DSE uses a number of silvicultural systems in the Central increase their growth, and accelerate hollow development.

Gippsland FMA. Forest condition and biological characteristics are considered in determining an appropriate silvicultural system.

Growth stage Firewood Fallen (FWF) Forest Type Growth stages describe the characteristics of a forest Collection of firewood lying on the ground as a result of A categorisation of common eucalypt forest types based canopy at different times in the life cycle of a eucalypt natural events or previous forest operations. on their eucalypt species mix, typical maximum tree forest. Unstocked and uneven-aged forests are also height and landscape position. Single Tree Selection (STS) identified in this column. Foothill Mixed Species An uneven aged silvicultural system involving the felling of Regrowth scattered individual trees across the site. Single Tree Forests up to 40m tall generally featuring Eucalyptus A forest stand or individual tree (generally between 1 and Selection operations generally occur at 10 to 15 year obliqua (Messmate), E.viminalis (Manna Gum) and 60 years after regeneration). in which the crowns have a intervals on a site. Regeneration is largely from E.cypellocarpa (Mountain Grey Gum), with some or all of narrow conical form and where trees are actively growing. lignotubers and coppice. E.rubida (Candlebark), E.dives (Broad Leaf Peppermint), Seed Tree (STR) E.sieberi (Silvertop Ash) and E.radiata (Narrow Leaf Mature Peppermint).

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Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan

Central Gippsland Forest Management Area (Noojee, Erica, South Gippsland) – 2011/12 to 2013/14

A forest stand and/or individual trees (generally between • biodiversity The maps show Forest Management Zoning where it 60 and 150 years after regeneration) where the height • forest age class and structure exists. and crown development has effectively ceased but • Aboriginal and non Aboriginal cultural heritage values Consultation significant crown decline is not evident. • Soils th • water quality and quantity This Proposed WUP is available for comment until the 17 Over mature • amenity and landscape sensitivity January 2011. Comments received during this period will A forest stand or individual tree that is characterised by be considered and, where appropriate, changes The Gippsland and Central Highlands Forest Management declining crown leaf area and irregular crown shape due incorporated into the final version. Plan provide details of the relevant values for this plan. to loss of branches and epicormic growth. Schedule 1 lists values identified through desktop and If you would like further information, or to make written Uneven-aged preliminary field checks. comment, please contact the Wood Utilisation Planning Coordinator at: A forest stand with trees of three or more distinct age DSE, in consultation with specialists, determines classes, either mixed or in small groups. management prescriptions for these values in accordance DSE Box Hill with legislation, the Gippsland and Central Highlands 30 Prospect St, Box Hill 3183 Forest Management Plan, the Code of Practices for Timber Production 2007. Phone (03) 9296 4504

Unstocked Detailed field assessment and consultation will continue Plan availability throughout the operational planning process for the sites A site previously forested with timber-producing eucalypt This Proposed WUP is a public document and can be listed in this plan. species which currently has eucalypt stocking below viewed at the following DSE locations: acceptable standards resulting from disturbance. • DSE, Traralgon 71 Hotham St, Traralgon • Maps DSE, Erica ,Thomson Valley Rd, Erica/Parkers Corner • DSE, Noojee, McCarthy’s Spur Rd, Noojee Each operation listed on a schedule is mapped and Environmental and Cultural (Site) Values • DSE, Foster, cnr Victory and McDonald Streets labelled with a unique address. The maps show: This plan addresses the environmental and cultural requirements of relevant legislation, the Code of Practices • Coupe location, silviculture system and harvest year All Proposed WUPs can be downloaded from the DSE for Timber Production 2007 , Forest Management Plans • Location of road construction and road improvement website at www.dse.vic.gov.au and DSE procedures. associated with timber production Using the blue menu on the left side of the screen, click • Location of other minor forest operations Environmental and cultural values addressed in this plan ‘Forests’, then ‘Regional Information’, then select the • Location of major access roads include: Central Gippsland Forest Management Area on the map,

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Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan

Central Gippsland Forest Management Area (Noojee, Erica, South Gippsland) – 2011/12 to 2013/14

then finally click on ‘Wood Utilisation Plans’ on the right side of the screen.

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Schedule 1. Proposed Wood Utilisation Plan 2011/12 to 2013/14

Erica Forest District

Gross Area Gross Length Operation Silvicultural Address Name Works Period Net Area (ha) Forest Type Growth Stage (ha) (km) Type System

Lady Manner Road Road Foothill Mixed 484-503-0017 2011-12 1.54 10 5 Mature Sutton realign realignment Improvement Species Morgans Mill Road Road Foothill Mixed 486-503-0006 2012-13 1.14 1.1 1 Mature switchback Realignment Improvement Species Hotel Ck Pedestrian Single Tree Foothill Mixed 487-502-0004 2011-12 30.6 0.1 0 Bridge Mature bridge build Construction Selection Species Rawson Mountainbike Single Tree Foothill Mixed 487-507-0015 Mountainbike 2011-12 41.66 10 0 Track Mature Selection Species Ride Area Construction Domestic Group Foothill Mixed 488-501-0061 Cervi Rd FW 2011-12 56 40 0 Mature Firewood Selection Species Fiddlers Green Alpine Ash 493-501-1001 2011-12 27.94 10 0 Reforestation Reforestation N/A 2 Species

Noojee Forest District

Gross Area Gross Length Operation Silvicultural Address Name Works Period Net Area (ha) Forest Type Growth Stage (ha) (km) Type System

Lengthening of Single Tree Alpine Ash Not specified 457-503-0001 Jessop Airstrip 2011-12 15.48 15.5 0 Runway Selection Species Toorongo Nine Mile Road Alignment Road Alpine Ash Not specified 458-507-0006 Upgrade 2011-12 106.03 106 0.4 Improvement Species Telsta Toorongo installation and Road Alpine Mixed Not specified 461-507-0002 Tower 2011-12 41.17 40 3.5 road upgrade Improvement Species

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Toorongo Road Road Mountain Ash Not specified 462-503-0023 Road Upgrade 2011-12 43.16 43 4.8 improvements Improvement Species Site Single Tree Foothill Mixed Not specified 462-509-0003 Poplars 2011-12 3.9 3.9 0 improvement Selection Species Single Tree Mountain Fire Protection Not specified 462-512-0006 Noojee Depot 2011-12 7.41 7.4 0 Selection Mixed Species Road Road Foothill Mixed Not specified 466-503-0001 Road Upgrade 2011-12 54.47 54 11 improvements Improvement Species Patrol Road Road Road Foothill Mixed Not specified 466-504-0001 Upgrade 2011-12 13.87 13.8 2.8 improvements Improvement Species Domestic Group Foothill Mixed Mature 466-506-0001 Whitelaws Tk 2011-12 67.14 67 0 Firewood Selection Species Hawthorn Bridge Single Tree Foothill Mixed Not specified 466-506-0003 Bridge 2011-12 16.26 16.3 0 Replacement Selection Species Briggs Road Road Road Foothill Mixed Not specified 466-508-0001 Upgrade 2011-12 5.42 5.4 1.2 Improvement Improvement Species NOEC Fire Single Tree Foothill Mixed Fire Protection Not specified 469-503-0001 Preparation 2011-12 26.05 26 0 Selection Species Domestic Group Foothill Mixed Mature 471-501-0003 McDougals Rd 2011-12 121.26 120 0 Firewood Selection Species

South Gippsland Forest District

Gross Area Gross Length Operation Silvicultural Address Name Works Period Net Area (ha) Forest Type Growth Stage (ha) (km) Type System

Domestic Single Tree Foothill Mixed Burnt in 2009 433-508-0002 Sampsons Rd 2011-12 55 52 0 Firewood Selection Species Fires Domestic Single Tree Foothill Mixed Not specified 436-501-0010 Collies Rd 2011-12 28 24 0 Firewood Selection Species Domestic Single Tree Foothill Mixed Not specified 438-509-0001 Boolarra 2011-12 28 29 0 Firewood Selection Species

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Schedule 2. Forest Produce Volumes 2011/12 to 2013/14

Erica Forest District

Minor Produce Residual Log Coupe Address Harvest year Sawlog (m3) Firewood (m3) Posts (m3) Total (m3) (m3) (m3) 484-503-0017 2011-2012 0 200 0 0 0 200 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 486-503-0006 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 2012-2013 450 150 100 0 500 1200 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 487-502-0004 2011-2012 30 0 0 0 0 30 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 487-507-0015 2011-2012 0 4 0 0 0 4 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 488-501-0061 2011-2012 0 1500 0 0 0 1500 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 493-501-1001 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 2011-2012 30 1704 0 0 0 1734 Annual Totals 2012-2013 450 150 100 0 500 1200

2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 WUP Totals 480 1854 100 0 500 2934

Noojee Forest District

Minor Produce Residual Log Coupe Address Harvest year Sawlog (m3) Firewood (m3) Posts (m3) Total (m3) (m3) (m3) 457-503-0001 2011-2012 0 100 0 0 0 100 457-503-0001 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0

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457-503-0001 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 458-507-0006 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 500 500 458-507-0006 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 458-507-0006 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-512-0006 2011-2012 0 500 0 0 0 500 462-512-0006 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-512-0006 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 461-507-0002 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 461-507-0002 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 461-507-0002 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-509-0003 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-509-0003 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-509-0003 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-503-0023 2011-2012 0 500 0 0 0 500 462-503-0023 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 462-503-0023 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 471-501-0003 2011-2012 0 1000 0 0 0 1000 471-501-0003 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 471-501-0003 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-506-0001 2011-2012 0 1000 0 0 0 1000 466-506-0001 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-506-0001 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-506-0003 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-506-0003 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-506-0003 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-503-0001 2011-2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-503-0001 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-503-0001 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-504-0001 2011-2012 0 100 0 0 0 1000 466-504-0001 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-504-0001 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-508-0001 2011-2012 0 100 0 0 0 1000 466-508-0001 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 466-508-0001 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0

Annual Totals 2011-2012 0 3300 0 0 500 3800 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0

2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0

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WUP Totals 0 3300 0 0 500 3800

South Gippsland

Minor Produce Residual Log Coupe Address Harvest year Sawlog (m3) Firewood (m3) Posts (m3) Total (m3) (m3) (m3) 433-508-0002 2011-2012 0 400 0 0 0 400 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 436-501-0010 2011-2012 0 300 0 0 0 300 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 438-509-0001 2011-2012 0 1000 0 0 0 1000 2012-2013 0 0 0 0 0 0 2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 2011-2012 0 1700 0 0 0 1700 Annual Totals 2012-2013 0 0 1 0 0 0

2013-2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 WUP Totals 0 1700 0 0 0 1700

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