Municipality
Waratah-Wynyard
Funding Status
Funded externally
Achievement Plans
to facilitate walkers and nature-lovers to enjoy and appreciate our natural biodiversity without compromising biodiversity conservation. Information signs and information pamphlets would enhance visitors experience. Maintenance of bush walking tracks and control of weeds and feral animals are an essential on-going activities. Bush-seats would allow visitors to relax and observe the natural surroundings. Future activities could focus on monitoring changes in flora and fauna, and conducting guided nature education tours.
Methods
Wynyard Landcare, in association with the council, are currently up dating and further developing a Management Plan for the reserve. The next part of the Plan, and the aim of this small project, is to facilitate appreciation of our natural biodiversity. Information signs and information pamphlets would enhance visitors experience. Maintenance of bush walking tracks and control of weeds and feral animals are essential on-going activities. Future activities focus on monitoring changes in flora and fauna, and conducting guided nature education tours.
Natural Values
A unique 34ha piece of remnant vegetation in the fertile agricultural north-west region has been conserved at Frenchs Road Nature Reserve. This stringy-bark wet forest community is home to a wide range of flora and fauna including vulnerable species - giant freshwater lobster, burrowing crayfish, swift parrot, Tasmanian devil, and spotted quoll. Ten of Tasmania's 12 endemic birds are found in the reserve as well as platypus, bats, and giant tree ferns. The removal of invasive weeds and re-vegetation of riparian zone and degraded areas; has made it easier for crayfish poachers.
Amount
$5k - $10k
