FAQ
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Can I get chemicals and equipment if I want to spray weeds on my roadside?
Yes, South Gippsland Shire and South Gippsland Landcare Network run a roadside weed assistance program on shire managed roads.
For further information contact your local community weed officer on 03 56 821934.
After eliminating my roadside weeds, can I replant with native trees?
Yes, the South Gippsland Shire will provide you with local species to plant on your shire roadside. See attachment on the right.
Is Fireweed a weed?
No, in South Gippsland Fireweed is a local native species often confused with Ragwort. There is also a similar plant in NSW called Fireweed that is a noxious weed just to confuse matters. To see the local Fireweed see Not-a-weed in the identification section.
Where can I find chemicals and material safety data sheet info?
What is a weed?
A weed is a plant that establishes itself outside its normal environment and, in doing so, threatens the natural environment of the area it invades. This may be detrimental to the native plants, animals and birds that lose their natural habitat, and to sustainable agricultural production.
