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Tender for

Roadside Vegetation Clearance 2016-17 to 2018-19

Open request for tenders Tender Number 157/2016

Tenderer’s Name:

Date:

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RFT 157/2016 – Roadside Vegetation Clearance 2016-17 to 2018-19 2

Table of Contents

Page No

1. Structure of this RFT ....................................................................................................................................... 4 2. Section A – Background and General Information ..................................................................................... 5 3. Section B – Conditions of Tendering ............................................................................................................ 6

3.1 Definitions .............................................................................................................................................. 6 3.2 Request for Tenders ............................................................................................................................. 6

3.2.1 Tender Documents……………………………………………………………………………... 6 3.2.2 Obtaining a Copy of this RFT ............................................................................................... 7 3.2.3 Lodgement of Tenders…………………………………………………………………………. 7 3.2.4 Late Tenders……………………………………………………………………………………. 7 3.2.5 Extension of Time for the Submission of Tenders .............................................................. 7 3.2.6 Tender Validity Period………………………………………………………………………….. 8 3.2.7 Proposed Tender Process…………………………………………… .................................... 8 3.2.8 Proposed Timing of Tender Process ................................................................................... 8 3.2.9 Copying Tenders………………………………………………………..….. ............................ 8

3.3 Communication between the Parties ................................................................................................... 8 3.3.1 Enquiries or Requests for Information or Clarification ........................................................ 8 3.3.2 Tenderer’s Contact Person .................................................................................................. 9 3.3.3 Site/Industry Briefing…………………………………………………. .................................... 9 3.3.4 Tenderer not to solicit the Council and its employees ........................................................ 9

3.4 Tender Preparation ............................................................................................................................... 9 3.4.1 Tenderers to be informed……………………………………………… ................................. 9 3.4.2 Evidence of Registration or Licensing ................................................................................. 9 3.4.3 Conflict of Interest…………………………………. ............................................................. 10 3.4.4 Use of Sub-contractors………………………………… ...................................................... 10 3.4.5 Ombudsman Act……………………………………………………………………………… 10 3.4.6 Freedom of Information…………………………………………………………………….. .. 10 3.4.7 Collusion…………………………………………………………. .......................................... 10 3.4.8 Tenderer’s confidential information ................................................................................... 10

3.5 Tender Documents .............................................................................................................................. 11 3.5.1 Conforming Tenders………………………………………………………………………….. 11 3.5.2 Non-Conforming Tenders…………….. .............................................................................. 11 3.5.3 Content of Tenders……………………………………………….. ....................................... 11

3.6 Acknowledgement by Tenderers ........................................................................................................ 11 3.7 Council’s Rights ................................................................................................................................... 12 3.8 Tender Evaluation ............................................................................................................................... 12

3.8.2 Use of Tender Documents……………………………………………… .............................. 13 3.8.3 Debriefing of Tenderers……………………………………… ............................................. 13

3.9 Acceptance of Tender ......................................................................................................................... 13 3.10 Unsuccessful Tenders......................................................................................................................... 14 3.11 No Legal Requirement ........................................................................................................................ 14

4. Governing Law ................................................................................................................................................ 14 5. ICAC…………………………………… ............................................................................................................. 14 6. Section C – Contract for Services ............................................................................................................... 15 7. Section D – Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 16 8. Section E – Tender Response Schedules .................................................................................................. 26 Schedule 1 Tender Form – Formal Offer .......................................................................................................... 26 Schedule 2 Tenderer's Details............................................................................................................................ 29 Schedule 3 Timeframe ......................................................................................................................................... 30 Schedule 4 Licences and Accreditation ........................................................................................................... 34 Schedule 5 Insurance .......................................................................................................................................... 35 Schedule 6 Environmental Management System ........................................................................................... 36 Schedule 7 Quality Systems ............................................................................................................................... 37

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Schedule 8 Conflict of Interest ........................................................................................................................... 38 Schedule 9 Referees…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 39 Schedule 10 Statement of Conformity ................................................................................................................ 40 Schedule 11 Organisation Structure, Facilities and Resources……………………………………………… . 41 Schedule 12 Experience……………………………………………………………………………………………… . 42 Schedule 13 Pricing…………………………………………………………………………………………………. ... 43 Annexure A Roadside Vegetation Management Plan

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1. Structure of this RFT

This RFT is comprised of five sections, being:

1.1 Section A - Background and General Information to Tenderers

1.2 Section B - Conditions of Tendering

1.3 Section C - Contract for Services

1.4 Section D - Specifications

1.5 Section E - Tender Response Schedules

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2. Section A – Background and General Information

2.1 The Yorke Peninsula Council (the Council) invites tenders from Tenderers to undertake Roadside Vegetation Clearance on identified road sections across the Council area (the Services) for a three-year period. The Council will enter into a Contract for Services with the successful Tenderer.

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3. Section B – Conditions of Tendering

3.1 Definitions

In this RFT, the following terms shall, unless inconsistent with the context, have the meanings indicated:

3.1.1 A reference to a clause is a reference to a clause of this RFT.

3.1.2 Closing Date means the time and date specified in clause 3.2.3, or such later time and date as may be notified in writing to Tenderers by the Council.

3.1.3 Conditions of Tendering means these Conditions of Tendering as attached to Section B of this RFT.

3.1.4 Conforming Tender means a Tender described in clause 3.5.1.

3.1.5 Contract for Services means the contract for the provision of the Services.

3.1.6 Nominated Contact Person means the person named in clause 3.3.1

3.1.7 Non-Conforming Tender means a Tender does not meet the requirements set out in this RFT and/or the Tender Documents.

3.1.8 Preferred Tenderer means the Tenderer referred to in clause 3.9.

3.1.9 RFT means this Request for Tender.

3.1.10 Services means the services sought to be purchased by the Council pursuant to this RFT.

3.1.11 Specifications means the specifications specified in Section D of this RFT.

3.1.12 Tender means a tender submitted by a Tenderer pursuant to this RFT.

3.1.13 Tender Documents means the documents specified in clause 3.2.1.

3.1.14 Tender Process means the process for calling, receiving, evaluating and awarding of Tender(s) as proposed in clauses 3.2.7 and 3.2.8 of these Conditions of Tendering.

3.1.15 Tender Response Schedules are the forms attached to Section E of this RFT.

3.1.16 Tenderer has the meaning given to it in clause 3.2.2.

3.1.17 Tenderer’s Representative means the person nominated by a Tenderer under clause 3.3.2.

3.2 Request for Tenders

The Council seeks Tenders from Tenderers for the provision of the Services, which are further described in the Tender Documents.

3.2.1 Tender Documents

The Tender Documents are comprised of:

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3.2.1.1 these Conditions of Tendering;

3.2.1.2 the Contract for Services;

3.2.1.3 the Specifications; and

3.2.1.4 the Tender Response Schedules.

3.2.2 Obtaining a Copy of this RFT

This RFT is open to any organisation or person who registers its interest and details with the Council and thereby obtains a copy of the Tender Documents (each such party is a Tenderer). Parties obtaining the Tender Documents (in soft copy) will be required to register their name and contact details at the time of issue of the documents.

3.2.3 Lodgement of Tenders

3.2.3.1 Tenders must be delivered to the Tender Box at the Council prior to 5.00pm (ACDT) on Friday 2 December 2016 (the Closing Date).

3.2.3.2 Applications must be enclosed in an envelope and marked “CONFIDENTIAL” and be addressed as follows:

Tender 157/2016 – Roadside Vegetation Clearance 2016-17 to 2018-19 Yorke Peninsula Council PO Box 57 MAITLAND SA 5573

Closing Date: 5.00pm (ACDT), Friday 2 December 2016

3.2.3.3 Facsimile transmissions of Tenders will not be accepted.

3.2.3.4 Tenderers are required to lodge an original Tender plus eight (8) copies, each of which (including copies of all supporting documentation) is to be certified by the Tenderer to be true copies of the Tender.

3.2.4 Late Tenders

Tenders received after the Closing Date WILL NOT be considered or accepted.

3.2.5 Extension of Time for the Submission of Tenders

3.2.5.1 The Council may, in its absolute discretion, no less than two (2) business days before the Closing Date, extend the Closing Date by notice in writing to the Tenderers.

3.2.5.2 A Tenderer may request the Council to extend the Closing Date for the submission of a Tender by written application to the Nominated Contact Person.

(a) Any such requests must be received by the Nominated Contact Person at least five (5) business days prior to the Closing Date, and must provide sufficient reasons to support the request.

(b) It is entirely at the Council’s discretion as to whether an extension is granted.

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3.2.6 Tender Validity Period

3.2.6.1 All Tenders will remain open for acceptance by the Council for a period of not less than ninety (90) after the Closing Date.

3.2.6.2 Once submitted, a Tenderer cannot withdraw its Tender without the prior written consent of the Council, unless the Tender is withdrawn in writing before the Closing Date.

3.2.7 Proposed Tender Process

Tenders will be assessed in accordance with Council’s Purchasing and Procurement Policy.

3.2.8 Proposed Timing of Tender Process

The proposed timing for the Tender Process is as follows:

Request for Tenders 7 November 2016

Closing Date 2 December 2016

Notification to Successful Tenderer Mid-January 2017

(indicative)

Execution of Contract for Services Mid-January 2017

(indicative)

Commencement of Provision of Services To be Confirmed with the Successful Tenderer

3.2.9 Copying Tenders

Tenderers must not use this RFT or the RFT Documents (including any attached technical and other written information supplied by the Council) for any purpose other than to prepare a Tender. This includes not copying this RFT or the RFT Documents (including any attached technical and other written information supplied by the Council) and providing a copy to any third party not involved in the preparation of a Tender.

3.3 Communication between the Parties

3.3.1 Enquiries or Requests for Information or Clarification

3.3.1.1 Any enquiries or requests for information or clarification regarding this RFT or the Tender Documents must be made in writing and addressed to the Nominated Contact Person.

The Nominated Contact Person is Mr Roy Dick.

3.3.1.2 The Nominated Contact Person may (but is not obligated to) respond to a Tenderer’s enquiries or requests for information or clarification.

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3.3.1.3 If the Council provides any information to a Tenderer by way of clarification, then the Council reserves the right to provide that information to other Tenderers.

3.3.1.4 No statement made by the Nominated Contact Person, or any other representative of the Council should be construed as modifying this RFT or any of the Tender Documents, unless confirmed in writing by the Nominated Contact Person.

3.3.2 Tenderer’s Contact Person

3.3.2.1 Tenderers are required to nominate a person to be the authorised contact person and supply an address for the service of any notices for the purpose of this RFT (Tenderer’s Representative).

3.3.2.2 Each Tenderer must notify the Council of its Tenderer’s Representative within five (5) business days of obtaining the Tender Documents.

3.3.2.3 All communication with the Tenderer will be via the Tenderer’s Representative.

3.3.3 Site/Industry Briefing

3.3.3.1 The Council may conduct a site/industry briefing. The briefing (if conducted) is intended to provide Tenderers with background information, and Tenderers are not to treat any statements made at the briefing as variations to this RFT.

3.3.3.2 The Council reserves the right to require all Tenderers to attend the site/industry briefing.

3.3.3.3 Details of the briefing will be provided to Tenderers at least seven (7) business days prior to the briefing. Tenderers may be notified of the site/industry briefing by email, and Council may post the details of the briefing on the internet.

3.3.3.4 Each attending Tenderer must advise the Nominated Contact Person of the details of that Tenderer’s attendees (including name and position) at least two (2) business days before the briefing.

3.3.4 Tenderer not to solicit the Council and its employees

The Tenderer and its representatives must not interfere or attempt to interview or to discuss its Tender with Councillors or employees of the Council, other than the Nominated Contact Person. The Council reserves the right to reject any Tender submitted by a Tenderer which contravenes this clause.

3.4 Tender Preparation

3.4.1 Tenderers to be informed

Each Tenderer must, prior to submitting its Tender, become acquainted with the nature and extent of the Services to be undertaken, and make all necessary examinations, investigations, inspections and deductions.

3.4.2 Evidence of Registration or Licensing

Each Tenderer must (if applicable) be licensed or registered to perform the Services.

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3.4.3 Conflict of Interest

Tenderers must inform Council of any circumstances or relationships which will constitute a conflict or potential conflict of interest if the Tenderer is successful. If any conflict or potential conflict exists, the Tenderer must advise how it proposes to address this.

3.4.4 Use of Sub-contractors

Where a Tenderer proposes to use resources from organisations other than the Tenderer itself, substantial information relating to the contractual arrangements for such resources must be detailed in the Tender, together with information on the relevant experience of such other organisation.

3.4.5 Ombudsman Act

Tenderers should be aware that the Ombudsman Act 1972 (SA) has been amended so that the definition of “administrative act” under that Act includes an act done in the performance of functions under a contract for services with a Council. That Act also includes powers enabling the Ombudsman to investigate matters in the public interest. The Tenderer must ensure compliance with all obligations arising under that Act and any other applicable legislation.

3.4.6 Freedom of Information

Tenderers should be aware that the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA) (FOI Act) gives members of the public rights to access documents of the Council. The FOI Act promotes openness in governance and accountability of government agencies and confers the public with a legally enforceable right to be given access to documents, including contracts entered into by the Council, except for those contracts or provisions which should be kept confidential for public interest purposes, the preservation of personal privacy or are commercial in confidence.

3.4.7 Collusion

The Tenderer must not collude with any other Tenderers or potential Tenderers.

3.4.8 Tenderer’s confidential information

3.4.8.1 Subject to clauses 3.4.8.2 and 4, the Council will treat as confidential all Tenders submitted by Tenderers in connection with this RFT.

3.4.8.2 The Council will not be taken to have breached any obligation to keep information provided by Tenderers confidential to the extent that the information:

(a) is disclosed by the Council to its advisers, officers, employees or subcontractors solely in order to conduct the RFT process or to prepare and manage any resultant agreement;

(b) is disclosed to the Council’s internal management personnel, solely to enable effective management or auditing of the RFT process;

(c) is disclosed by the Council to the responsible Minister;

(d) is authorised or required by law to be disclosed; or

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(e) is in the public domain otherwise than due to a breach of the relevant obligations of confidentiality.

3.5 Tender Documents

3.5.1 Conforming Tenders

A Conforming Tender is a Tender which meets all of the requirements set out in this RFT and the Tender Documents.

3.5.2 Non-Conforming Tenders

The Council is not required to, but may at its sole discretion, consider an incomplete, informal or a Non-Conforming Tender. Failure to respond to or meet any of the requirements set out in this RFT and the Tender Documents will result in the Tender being deemed a Non-Conforming Tender.

3.5.3 Content of Tenders

3.5.3.1 Tenderers are required to complete the Tender Response Schedules and submit them to the Council.

3.5.3.2 Tenderers can also supply any other additional information or documents. The Council may have reference to such additional information or documents in evaluating the Tenders.

3.5.3.3 All prices quoted by Tenderers in their Tender are:

(a) to be in Australian dollars;

(b) to be exclusive of GST; and

(c) (if subject to rise and fall) to provide full details of how the rise and fall applies and the method of determining the price.

3.5.3.4 If a Tenderer proposes to provide the Services on a basis different to that envisaged by the Tender Documents (whether for reasons of innovation, efficiency or otherwise) that proposal should be fully documented and justified with the Tender. The Council does not warrant that any discussion with the Council’s Nominated Contact Person prior to the Closing Date in relation to such a proposal will be taken into account in evaluating the Tenders.

3.6 Acknowledgement by Tenderers

Tenderers acknowledge that the Council:

3.6.1 makes no representations and offers no undertakings in issuing this RFT or the Tender Documents;

3.6.2 is not bound to accept the lowest Tender or required to accept any Tender;

3.6.3 may accept all or part of any Tender;

3.6.4 may require one or more Tenderers (but is not obliged to require all) to supply further information and/or attend a conference or interview;

3.6.5 may require one or more Tenderers (but is not obliged to require all) to make presentation(s);

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3.6.6 may undertake “due diligence” checks on any Tenderer, including verifying references and/or referees, and undertaking company searches and credit checks;

3.6.7 will not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by the Tenderer arising in any way from the preparation and submission of its Tender;

3.6.8 accepts no responsibility for a Tenderer misunderstanding or failing to respond correctly to this RFT;

3.6.9 will not be liable for or pay any expenses or losses incurred by any party whether in the preparation of a Tender or prior to the signing of any Contract for Services or otherwise; and

3.6.10 will not be bound by any verbal advice given or information furnished by any member, officer or agent of the Council in respect of the Tender Documents or this RFT, but will only be bound only by written advice provided by the Nominated Contact Person.

3.7 Council’s Rights

The Council reserves the right to:

3.7.1 amend, vary, supplement or terminate this RFT at any time;

3.7.2 accept or reject any Tender, including the lowest price tender;

3.7.3 negotiate with any service provider on all or any part of the Services to be supplied pursuant to this RFT;

3.7.4 vary the timing and process referred to in clauses 3.2.7 and 3.2.8;

3.7.5 postpone or abandon this RFT;

3.7.6 add or remove any Tenderer;

3.7.7 accept or reject any Tenders whether or not they are Conforming Tenders;

3.7.8 accept all or part of any Tender;

3.7.9 negotiate or not negotiate with one or more Tenderers; and/or

3.7.10 discontinue negotiations with any Tenderer.

3.8 Tender Evaluation

3.8.1 In assessing Tenders, the Council will have regard to, but not necessarily be limited to, the following criteria (not listed in any order of priority):

3.8.1.1 insurance;

3.8.1.2 compliance with work health and safety requirements;

3.8.1.3 customer service experience and capacity;

3.8.1.4 the tendered prices, including the proposed pricing structure;

3.8.1.5 the level of risk associated with negotiation of an acceptable Contract for Services;

3.8.1.6 environmental management systems (if applicable);

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3.8.1.7 degree of compliance with the requirements set out in this RFT and the Tender Documents; and

3.8.1.8 such other matters that Council considers relevant, including:

(a) details of current and previous relevant experience in the provision of the Services;

(b) the provision of any aspect of the Services by sub-contractors (if applicable);

(c) financial resources;

(d) staff resources; and

(e) current and future contracts/workload.

3.8.2 Use of Tender Documents

The Council may use, retain and copy any information contained in the Tenders for the evaluation of Tenders and for the finalisation of the provisions of the Contract for Services.

3.8.3 Debriefing of Tenderers

If requested, Tenderers may be debriefed against the Council’s evaluation criteria. Tenderers will not be provided with information concerning other Tenderers, apart from publicly available information. No comparison with other Tenders will be made.

3.9 Acceptance of Tender

3.9.1 The Council reserves the right to negotiate different terms and conditions for the Contract for Services with any one or more Tenderers (each referred to as a Preferred Tenderer).

3.9.2 The Council and the Preferred Tenderer may (if required) enter into negotiations for the award and execution of a Contract for Services.

3.9.3 If, despite their best endeavours and acting in good faith, the Council and the Preferred Tenderer are unable to negotiate and agree on the terms of the Contract for Services, the Council reserves the right to negotiate with any other parties, including other Tenderers, for the provision of the Services.

3.9.4 The successful Tenderer will be notified in writing by the Council of the Council’s acceptance of its Tender. The successful Tenderer must not make any oral or written public statements in relation to the awarding of a Contract for Services until written notice is received by the Tenderer.

3.9.5 The notification of the acceptance of Tender by the Council creates an obligation on the Council and the successful Tenderer to enter into the Contract for Services (subject to any variations agreed pursuant to this clause 3.9).

3.9.6 The successful Tenderer acknowledges and agrees that all intellectual property created by the successful Tenderer arising out of the provision of the Services belongs to the Council, and the successful Tenderer will do all reasonable things necessary to assist the Council in the protection and transfer of ownership of the intellectual property resulting from the provision of the Services.

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3.10 Unsuccessful Tenders

Unsuccessful Tenderers must, if required by the Council, return the Tender Documents to the Council, once they have been advised that their Tender is unsuccessful.

3.11 No Legal Requirement

The issue of this RFT or any response to it does not commit, obligate or otherwise create a legal obligation on the Council to purchase the Services from the Tenderers.

4. Governing Law

4.1 This RFT is governed by the law in South Australia.

4.2 The parties irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in South Australia.

5. ICAC

Tenderers acknowledge that if they enter into a contract with the Council they will be considered to be public officers for the purposes of the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) (ICAC Act) and will be obliged to comply with the ICAC Act and the Directions and Guidelines issued pursuant to the ICAC Act.

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6. Section C – Contract for Services

A Contract for Services will be completed and executed following appointment of the preferred Tenderer.

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7. Section D – Specifications

Undertake Roadside Vegetation Clearance upon Council controlled roads as identified in the tables and maps for Year One (2016-17), Year Two (2017-18) and Year Three (2018-19). There are three (3) categories of Road Use that Tenderers should consider in their submission, each with different required vegetation clearance envelopes as outlined below: 1. High Use Road This category has a nominated nine (9) metre wide pavement with both road edges having a one and a half (1.5) metre vegetation clearance. The total required envelope for this category of road is twelve (12) metres. 2. Medium Use Road This category has a nominated eight (8) metre wide pavement with both road edges having a one and a half (1.5) metre vegetation clearance. The total required envelope for this category of road is eleven (11) metres. 3. Low Use Road This category has a nominated seven (7) metre wide pavement with both road edges having a one and a half (1.5) metre vegetation clearance. The total required envelope for this category of road is ten (10) metres.

From a functional perspective, all trunks, branches and limbs are to be pruned to the stated envelope with a clearance height of five (5) metres. All pruned vegetation is to be mulched or removed from each site.

The successful Tenderer will be informed by Council of any threatened or endangered species, which may require alternative treatment from the abovementioned specifications.

The successful Tenderer will be responsible for:

all costs associated with undertaking roadside vegetation clearance to the appropriate clearance envelope on the specified sections of road;

ensuring works are undertaken in accordance with Council’s Roadside Vegetation Management Plan (Annexure A);

application of traffic control measures associated with this project;

all storage of materials and machinery used for the duration of the Contract;;

providing a schedule of day work rates and charges (Schedule 12 – Price Schedule);

ensuring the submission is compliant with these specifications (Schedule 9 – Statement of Conformity);

providing anticipated trimming timeframes along with the expected start date of the Contract (Schedule 3 – Timeframe);

providing a completed Contractor Information Request and all relevant associated documentation (Schedule 4 – Insurance);

providing a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) / Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) for this activity (Schedule 4 – Insurance); and

determining whether an inspection of the identified sections of Council’s road network included in this RFT is warranted prior to submitting a tender. Council takes no responsibility for tenders that underestimate the work required in the timeframe set.

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RFT 146/2015 – Roadside Vegetation Maintenance Works 17

Year One

Road Name Grid

Reference Road Use Category

Clearance Envelope

Approx. Road Kms

Start Point End Point

Agery Road 1C Sealed 12 Metres 6.6 Pedler Road Arthurton Road

Ardrossan Road 2D Sealed 12 Metres 23.2 Upper Yorke Road Yorke Highway

Arthurton Road 1C Sealed 12 Metres 21.6 Kalkabury Road Pedler Road

Balgowan Road 2C Sealed 12 Metres 14 Main Street, Balgowan Spencer Highway

Balgowan Road 2C Low 10 Metres 4 Spencer Highway Upper Yorke Road

Barnes Road 1C Low 10 Metres 5.1 Spencer Highway Nalyappa Road

Clinton Road 1D Sealed 12 Metres 12 Shannon Terrace, Maitland Ardrossan Road

Cunningham Road 2C Medium 11 Metres 7.5 Spencer Highway Back Road

Dump Road 3C Medium 11 Metres 12.7 St Vincent Highway Minlaton Road

Gleesons Road 4A Medium 11 Metres 16.6 White Hut Road Coast

Hayes Road 4A Low 10 Metres 10.9 Lower White Hut Road Corny Point Road

Hayward Park Road 4D Sealed 12 Metres 5.3 North Terrace, Wool Bay St Vincent Highway

Kainton Road 1D High 12 Metres 24.7 Holman Road Yorke Highway

McEacherns Beach Road 4C Sealed 12 Metres 4 Waterloo Bay Road Coast

McEacherns Beach Road 4C Low 10 Metres 6 Warooka Road Waterloo Bay Road

Mount Rat Road 3C Sealed 12 Metres 13.3 Spencer Highway West Terrace, Curramulka

Nalyappa Road 1C High 12 Metres 42.5 Spencer Highway Port Victoria Road

Point Annie Road 4A Low 10 Metres 11.1 Liddiard Road Lighthouse Road

Point Souttar Road 4B Low 10 Metres 17.5 Yorke Highway North Coast Road

Rockleigh Road 4A Low 10 Metres 6 West Beach Road Wurlie Road

South Coast Road 5B High 12 Metres 15 Yorke Highway Hundred Line Road

Weetulta Tank Road 1C Low 10 Metres 13.3 Arthurton Road Pipeline Road

White Hut Road 4B Sealed 12 Metres 18.2 Yorke Highway Liddiard Road

Wurlie Road 4A Low 10 Metres 25.4 Point Souttar Road Coast

Yellowoorowie Road 4B Low 10 Metres 11.2 Point Souttar Road Hayes Road

Total Approx. Road Kms 347.7

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Year Two

Road Name Grid


Clearance Envelope

Approx. Road Kms


Andrews Road 2C Low 10 Metres 9.2 Spencer Highway Davies Road

Back Road 2C Low 10 Metres 8.6 Maitland Road Pine Point Road

Bittner Road 3C Low 10 Metres 7.8 Yorke Highway Mount Rat Road

Black Bobs Road 3C Low 10 Metres 23.5 Yorke Highway Wauraltee Road

Boundary Road 3C Low 10 Metres 18.7 St Vincent Highway Sparrow Road

Cross Road 2C Low 10 Metres 9.6 Greenslade Road Nalyappa Road

Davies Road 2C Low 10 Metres 12.9 Sandy Church Road Boundary Road

Hasting Road 2C Low 10 Metres 4.6 Lodge Road Pine Point Road

Hickman Road 3D Low 10 Metres 11 Old Coast Road Dans Road

James Well Road 2D Low 10 Metres 13.2 Yorke Highway Pine Point Road

Lizard Park Drive 2C Low 10 Metres 7.7 Spencer Highway Port Victoria Road

Lodge Road 2D Low 10 Metres 4.8 Standpipe Road Hasting Road

Main Road 3D Low 10 Metres 1.7 Port Vincent Road St Vincent Highway

McFarlane Road 2D Low 10 Metres 11.6 Pine Point Road Davies Road

Miller Road 2C Low 10 Metres 8.5 Port Victoria Road Balgowan Road

Mount Rat Wells Road 3C Low 10 Metres 15.2 Spencer Highway Mount Rat Road

Mulburra Park Road 3D Low 10 Metres 11.5 Cemetery Road Old Coast Road

Nelligan Road 2C Low 10 Metres 9.6 Spencer Highway Wauraltee Road

North South Road 2C Low 10 Metres 29.9 Clinton Road Anderson Road

Porky Road 3C Low 10 Metres 4.8 Yorke Highway Anderson Road

Power Line Road 3D Low 10 Metres 18.7 Yorke Highway Port Vincent Road

Ross Road 3D Low 10 Metres 7 St Vincent Highway Yorke Highway

Sheoak Flat Road 3D Low 10 Metres 12.2 Old Coast Road Cemetery Road

South Kilkerran Road 2C Low 10 Metres 21 Spencer Highway Balgowan Road

Sparrow Road 3C Low 10 Metres 11.8 Yorke Highway Redding Road

Twelve Mile Road 3D Low 10 Metres 10.9 St Vincent Highway Yorke Highway

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Vinecombe Road 3D Low 10 Metres 1 St Vincent Highway Twelve Mile Road

Yarrum Road 2C Low 10 Metres 10 Spencer Highway Pine Point Road

Yorke Valley Road 2C Low 10 Metres 23.7 Spencer Highway Yorke Highway


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Year Three

Road Name Grid


Clearance Envelope

Approx. Road Kms


Birkin Road 1D Low 10 Metres 5.6 Yorke Highway Kainton Road

Brentwood Road 4C Low 10 Metres 11.9 Harry Butler Road Weavers Road

Bridge Road 1D Low 10 Metres 6 Upper Yorke Road Kainton Road

Bridgman Road 2C Low 10 Metres 7.8 Clinton Road Francis Road

Cadd Road 1C Low 10 Metres 3.6 Weetulta Tank Road Arthurton Road

Cartwright Road 5B Low 10 Metres 8 Boundary Road Dead End

Coleman Road 1D Low 10 Metres 12.9 Correll Road Yorke Highway

Coonarie East Road 5B Low 10 Metres 3.4 Wild Dog Hill Road Foul Bay Road

Coote Road 1D Low 10 Metres 9.2 Waylands Road Pedler Road

Diamond Lake Road 5C Low 10 Metres 8.6 Troubridge Hill Road Boothill Station Road

Foul Bay Road 5B Low 10 Metres 15.5 Yorke Highway South Coast Road

Francis Road 2C Low 10 Metres 2.9 Bridgman Road Smith Road

Fuss Road 1C Low 10 Metres 3.4 Arthurton Road Agery Road

Gillis Road 2D Low 10 Metres 4.4 Maitland Road Thomas Road

Graham Road 2D Low 10 Metres 2.4 Clinton Road Old Boundary Road

Happy Valley Road 5B Low 10 Metres 10.5 Yorke Highway South Coast Road

Hean Road 2C Low 10 Metres 7.6 Port Victoria Road Spencer Highway

Jacobs Lane 1D Low 10 Metres 3 Birkin Road Yorke Highway

Johnson Road 2D Low 10 Metres 4.8 Graham Road Gillis Road

Kenny Road 2D Low 10 Metres 11.4 Ardrossan Road Mason Road

Killoran Road 1D Low 10 Metres 6.6 Upper Yorke Road Kainton Road

Lakes Road 1C Low 10 Metres 10.2 Arthurton Road Pipeline Road

Little Sheoak Road 4B Low 10 Metres 9.4 Point Turton Road Murdock Road

Mine Hill Road 2C Low 10 Metres 3.5 North South Road Gillis Road

Munkowurlie Road 4C Low 10 Metres 10.1 St Vincent Highway New Honiton Road

Nugent Road 5B Low 10 Metres 1.5 South Coast Road 1.5km E of South Coast Road

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Piggery Corner Road 2D Low 10 Metres 16.8 Wheare Road Yorke Valley Road

Pistol Club Road 2C Low 10 Metres 2.6 Clinton Road North South Road

Pootawana Road 1D Low 10 Metres 9.2 Upper Yorke Road Yararoo Road

Rose Road 1D Low 10 Metres 1.1 Willing Road Old Boundary Road

Rowntree Road 2D Low 10 Metres 7.8 Graham Road Dowlingville Slant Road

Sandy Point Road 5B Low 10 Metres 3.4 South Coast Road Coonarie East Road

Simmons Road 2D Low 10 Metres 4.1 Maitland Road Standpipe Road

Summer Track 2C Low 10 Metres 14.7 Francis Road Black Bobs Road

Sunnyvale Road 1D Low 10 Metres 12 Schilling Road Agery Road

Wallyalla Road 1D Low 10 Metres 8.4 Kainton Road Yararoo Road

Wayside Road 1D Low 10 Metres 6 Kainton Road Yararoo Road

Whittaker Road 2D Low 10 Metres 2.5 Simmons Road Ardrossan Road

Wild Dog Hill Road 5B Low 10 Metres 16.6 Yorke Highway South Coast Road

Yararoo Road 1D Low 10 Metres 12.9 Pootawana Road Kainton Road


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8. Section E – Tender Response Schedules

Schedule 1 Tender Form – Formal Offer I/We (Tenderer) on ________________________________ having read, understood and fully informed myself/ourselves/itself of the contents, requirements and obligations of the Request for Tender, do hereby tender to provide and complete the Services described in the Specifications in accordance with the Contract for the amounts set out in the Tender Return Schedules attached. The Tenderer:

1. is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the Conditions of Tendering;

2. irrevocably offers to perform the Services on the terms of the Contract and the Specifications which form part of the Tender Documents subject only to the variations set out in Schedule 9;

3. confirms that this Tender has been prepared without any consultation, communication, agreement or other arrangement with any competitor regarding:

3.1 prices or methods, factors or formulae used to calculate prices;

3.2 the intention or decision to submit a Tender, or the terms of the Tender;

3.3 the submission of a Non-Conforming Tender; and

3.4 the quality, quantity, specifications or particulars of the Services; and

4. holds this offer open and capable of acceptance by the Council for a period of ninety (90) days from the closing date.

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The undersigned undertakes that if selected as the successful Tenderer, I/we/it will execute and be bound by the Contract in accordance with the Conditions of Tendering. If the Tenderer is a company, it must execute this Tender as follows:

Executed by pursuant to section 127 of the Corporations Act 2001:

Signature of Director

Signature of Director/Company Secretary (Please delete as applicable)

Name of Director (print)

Name of Director/Company Secretary (print)

OR

Signature of Sole Director and Sole Company Secretary

Name of Sole Director and Sole Company Secretary (print)

OR Signed for by an authorised representative in the presence of:

Signature of witness

Signature of authorised representative

Name of witness (print)

Name of authorised representative (print)

Position of authorised representative (print)

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If the Tenderer is an individual, the document must be executed as follows:

Signed by in the presence of:


Tenderer


If the Tenderer is a partnership, the Tender must be executed as follows: Partner 1:

Signed sealed and delivered by in the presence of:


Signature of partner


Address of witness (print)

Partner 2:

Signed sealed and delivered by in the presence of:


Signature of partner


Address of witness (print)

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Schedule 2 Tenderer's Details

1. Name of Tenderer

State in full the name(s) of the person(s) or the registered name(s) of the company(s) and trading names. ABN number

2. Contact Person

Nominate a contact person for this Tender to deal with any questions or queries that may arise.

3. Registered Address

4. Postal Address

5. Telephone

6. Fax

7. Email

8. Tender Conditions

Tenderer to sign that it has read and understood this RFT and the Conditions of Tender.

9. Amendments to Tender Documents

Tenderer to indicate the amendments it requests.

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Schedule 3 Timeframe Please stipulate the proposed timeframe for the commencement and the completion of the Services each year.

Year One

Proposed Commencement Date:

Proposed Completion Date:

Year Two



Year Three



Please also provide an estimated timeframe (in hours) to complete each road.

Year One

Road Name Approx. Road Kms Estimated

Timeframe (Hours)

Agery Road 6.6

Ardrossan Road 23.2

Arthurton Road 21.6

Balgowan Road 14

Balgowan Road 4

Barnes Road 5.1

Clinton Road 12

Cunningham Road 7.5

Dump Road 12.7

Gleesons Road 16.6

Hayes Road 10.9

Hayward Park Road 5.3

Kainton Road 24.7

McEacherns Beach Road 4

McEacherns Beach Road 6

Mount Rat Road 13.3

Nalyappa Road 42.5

Point Annie Road 11.1

Point Souttar Road 17.5

Rockleigh Road 6

South Coast Road 15

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Weetulta Tank Road 13.3

White Hut Road 18.2

Wurlie Road 25.4

Yellowoorowie Road 11.2

Total Estimated Timeframe – Year One

Year Two


Timeframe (Hours)

Andrews Road 9.2

Back Road 8.6

Bittner Road 7.8

Black Bobs Road 23.5

Boundary Road 18.7

Cross Road 9.6

Davies Road 12.9

Hasting Road 4.6

Hickman Road 11

James Well Road 13.2

Lizard Park Drive 7.7

Lodge Road 4.8

Main Road 1.7

McFarlane Road 11.6

Miller Road 8.5

Mount Rat Wells Road 15.2

Mulburra Park Road 11.5

Nelligan Road 9.6

North South Road 29.9

Porky Road 4.8

Power Line Road 18.7

Ross Road 7

Sheoak Flat Road 12.2

South Kilkerran Road 21

Sparrow Road 11.8

Twelve Mile Road 10.9

Vinecombe Road 1

Yarrum Road 10

Yorke Valley Road 23.7

Total Estimated Timeframe – Year Two

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Year Three


Timeframe (Hours)

Birkin Road 5.6

Brentwood Road 11.9

Bridge Road 6

Bridgman Road 7.8

Cadd Road 3.6

Cartwright Road 8

Coleman Road 12.9

Coonarie East Road 3.4

Coote Road 9.2

Diamond Lake Road 8.6

Foul Bay Road 15.5

Francis Road 2.9

Fuss Road 3.4

Gillis Road 4.4

Graham Road 2.4

Happy Valley Road 10.5

Hean Road 7.6

Jacobs Lane 3

Johnson Road 4.8

Kenny Road 11.4

Killoran Road 6.6

Lakes Road 10.2

Little Sheoak Road 9.4

Mine Hill Road 3.5

Munkowurlie Road 10.1

Nugent Road 1.5

Piggery Corner Road 16.8

Pistol Club Road 2.6

Pootawana Road 9.2

Rose Road 1.1

Rowntree Road 7.8

Sandy Point Road 3.4

Simmons Road 4.1

Summer Track 14.7

Sunnyvale Road 12

Wallyalla Road 8.4

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Wayside Road 6

Whittaker Road 2.5

Wild Dog Hill Road 16.6

Yararoo Road 12.9

Total Estimated Timeframe – Year Three

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Schedule 4 Licences and Accreditation Please list details of any licences or accreditations required or relevant to this Tender.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Schedule 5 Insurance Please complete and return the attached Contractor Information Request and associated documentation.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Schedule 6 Environmental Management System Please provide details of your environmental management system and where possible, examples of:

Reports on environmental performance.

Incident reports including actions taken to address the incident and improvements to processes to reduce risk of occurring again.

Environmental management plans established for other contracts.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Schedule 7 Quality Systems Please describe the level of quality assurance in place in your organisation and plans to move to quality accreditation if not presently accredited. ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ Please provide details of contracts performed under your Quality Assurance System. ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________

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Schedule 8 Conflict of Interest Please provide details of any interest, relationship or clients which may or do give rise to a conflict of interest and the issue about which that conflict or potential conflict does or may arise.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Schedule 9 Referees Please provide details of at least three (3) references for similar work and information on the approximate date when work was completed as well as the approximate value of the work undertaken. Reuse this page if more than three (3) references are provided.

Client Name:

Address:

Contact Name:

Telephone:

Completion Date:

Value of Work:

Client Name:

Address:

Contact Name:

Telephone:

Completion Date:

Value of Work:

Client Name:

Address:

Contact Name:

Telephone:

Completion Date:

Value of Work:

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Schedule 10 Statement of Conformity If the Tender does not comply with all the requirements of the Tender Documents, you must list below all areas of non-conformity, partial conformity or alternative offer and the reasons therefore. The Tender must be read to disregard and render void any area of the Tender which is non-conforming, partially conforming or an alternative offer except to the extent detailed in this Schedule. If any non-compliance is determined to be unacceptable, the Tender may not be further considered. NC = non-conforming PC = partial conforming AO = alternate offer

Area of non-conformity and reason NC/PC/AO

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Schedule 11 Organisation Structure, Facilities and Resources

1. Organisation structure

Please provide details of the staff and the organisation structure proposed to be used for performance of the Services. Details must include, but not be limited to:

Company structure to be used to support the Services including size and location of office, organisation structure.

Number of staff proposed to be used and their qualifications and experience.

2. Other details (e.g. specific plant and equipment, vehicles)

3. Proposed subcontractors

Please provide details, in the Table below, of the proposed major subcontractors or other representatives to be employed or engaged for this Tender, including the scope and extent of Services to be provided by subcontractors.

Subcontractor’s Name and Address

Services to be Provided Item(s)

4. Contingency arrangements

Please provide details of contingency arrangements should any facilities or sites required to facilitate the Contract become unavailable in the short and long term.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Schedule 12 Experience

1. Past performance

For how many years have you engaged in the type of work required by the Contract?

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

Have you had an appointment terminated on a project in the last five (5) years? If yes, please provide brief details.

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

Have you terminated a project in the last five years? If yes, please provide brief details.

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

Have you refused to continue providing services under a contract in the last five (5) years unless the terms or payments were changed from those which were originally agreed? If yes, please provide brief details.

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

2. Current contracts

Please provide details of current contracts in a local government environment including the range of services provided and the numbers and types of properties serviced.

3. Other commitments

Provide details of other work commitments expected to continue during this Contract.

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Schedule 13 Pricing All prices must be listed exclusive of GST Please provide a breakdown of the costs for the Services for each year.

Year Unit Price

(GST Excl.)

Total Price

(GST Excl.)

Year One

Year Two

Year Three

TOTAL

SF228 V1 Page 1 of 5 Issue Date: 18/05/2016 Printed copies are considered uncontrolled. Print Date: 8/09/2016

CONTRACTOR INFORMATION REQUEST

SF228

Responsible Officer: Risk Management Officer

Issue Date: 18/05/2016

Next Review Date: April 2019

ALL CONTRACTORS MUST COMPLETE THIS FORM AND PROVIDE RELEVANT INFORMATION

BEFORE COMMENCING WORK

Business Name:

Personal Name:

Address:

………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………

Phone: H: Fax: Mob:

Email:

The above stated Contractor acknowledges this Agreement relates to any services provided which require the production of a specified result on behalf of Yorke Peninsula Council (Principal Contractor) for the negotiated price based on the specific work required. The contractor is not committed to personally carry out any negotiated contract and may engage others to do the work but agrees to fix any defects before any final payment is released.

To enable Council to comply with Australian taxation and other applicable Legislation, the Contractor provides the following information and warrants it to be true and correct:

Description of Trade:

Type of Business:

Sole Trader: Yes☐ No ☐

Company: Yes☐ No ☐

Partnership: Yes☐ No ☐

Company and/or Business Number:

ABN: ACN:

Unless there is an ABN or ACN provided, Council is obliged to deduct tax at the full rate from any payments due to the contractor.

Yorke Peninsula Council SF228 Contractor Agreement


Contractor General and Insurance Information Public Liability Insurance

What is Public Liability Insurance? Insurance indemnifying the Insured against legal liability for personal injury and/or property damage claims made by third parties as a result of an accident occurring in connection with the Insured’s (Contractor’s) business. Required by all companies to protect them against claims arising from personal injury or property damage caused by their actions.

Do you have Public Liability Insurance?

Yes☐ No ☐

Public Liability Insurance Expiry Date: _____/_____/_____

Copy of your certificate of currency attached?

Yes☐ No ☐

A Certificate of Currency is ONLY issued by your insurance company or Broker. Professional Indemnity Insurance

What is Professional Indemnity Insurance? Insurance indemnifying the insured against claims for breach of “Professional Duty” arising out of any negligent act, error or omission. It is relevant for professionals who give advice or act on behalf of Council and covers legal liability resulting from their negligence or a breach of their duty of care. Examples of professionals where this would be required include consultants, lawyers, doctors, accountants and insurance brokers.

Do you have Professional Indemnity Insurance?

Yes☐ No ☐

Professional Indemnity Insurance Expiry Date:

_____/_____/_____

Copy of your certificate of currency attached?

Yes☐ No ☐

Return to Work Corporation of SA Act

Do you employ staff? Yes☐ No ☐

If yes, are you a registered employer with Return to Work SA? Yes☐ No ☐

Policy Expire Date: _____/_____/_____

Copy of Policy attached? Yes☐ No ☐

Sickness/Accident Insurance

Do you have Sickness/Accident Insurance? Yes☐ No ☐

Insurance Expiry Date: _____/_____/_____

Copy of Insurance Certificate attached? Yes☐ No ☐



CONTRACTOR WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY WHS Policies and Procedures

Do you have WHS Policies and Procedures for your company?

Policies:

Yes☐ No ☐

Procedures:

Yes☐ No ☐

Copies of relevant documents attached? Yes☐ No ☐ Health and Safety Record Has your company ever been prosecuted or fined under the WHS Act or related legislation? Yes☐ No ☐

Safe Systems of Work It is Councils requirement that all Contractors complete a JSA prior to starting any works or contract.

Does your company undertake?

Job Safety Analysis (JSA): Yes☐ No ☐ Safe Operating Procedures (SOP): Yes☐ No ☐ Safe Work Instructions (SWI): Yes☐ No ☐

Copy of JSA/SOP/SWI attached? Yes☐ No ☐ Have workers been provided with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), suitable for the work to be performed? Yes☐ No ☐

Are first aid kits in all vehicles and have workers been instructed in the use of their contents (if appropriate)? Yes☐ No ☐

Do you have an accident/incident reporting and investigation process? Yes☐ No ☐

Are Safety Data Sheets readily available for all chemicals to be used onsite? Yes☐ No ☐

Does your company undertake regular worksite WHS Inspections? Yes☐ No ☐

The Contractor acknowledges this Contractor Agreement relates to the Principal Contractors WHS Induction to sites and agrees with the controls as listed below: Induction: Before commencing on Council sites, Contractors are required to ensure

the following:

1. General Induction: a. Council Contractor Agreement completed and signed.

b. Contractor to provide the Principal Contractor with a copy of

their WHS policy/statement. For contracts over $250,000, the Contractor is to provide a WHS Management Plan and ensure their team members are aware of the Plan which must be followed in conjunction with the Principal Contractors WHS requirements. The plan must be kept with the contractor at any time.

c. The contractor must inform all sub-contractors of the Principal

Contractors site requirements and ensure they are followed at all times. This Plan must be kept in the contractors and/or team members at any time

2. Site Induction:

a. Contractor Site Risk Assessment upon commencement on each specific Councils site.



CONTRACTOR ENVIRONMENTAL RULES AND CONTROL MEASURES Everybody has a legal responsibility to take all reasonable and practicable measures to minimise or prevent environmental harm. Council implements Environmental Protection best practice management designed to comply with the State Environmental Protection laws and local Council by-laws. This will include erosion control, sediment control and barriers, street sweeping and stabilised entry, where practicable. The Contractor shall ensure these practices are respected through due diligence, thoughtful work practices and proper clean up. These practices include awareness of community expectations in relation to noise and dust control, minimisation of sediment run-off through silt/debris collection and minimisation of soil disturbance and erosion from excavating and earth movement. Sand and soil stockpiles shall be placed wholly on the construction site behind sediment barriers. The Site Supervisor must approve removal of any such barriers. Soil/sediment build-up in or near gutters must be cleaned if there is a real or potential threat to the environment. Concrete waste, household paint, oil, fuel, herbicides and pesticides must not be allowed to wash into gutters. The Contractor must ensure immediate clean-up if this occurs. Entry and exit to work site should be by stabilised area Any stabilised site access must not be altered without the Site Supervisor’s approval. During the provision of Services the Contractor will not place any material that is reasonably expected to move in a position on the site that has the “potential” of eroding or washing away. The Contractor shall clean-up any real or potential environmental problem at the end of the day and before a rain event. Refuse must be placed in the designated containment area before the Contractor leaves each day. Breach of these Site Environmental Protection and Control Measures constitutes a breach of the Contractor’s Agreement with Council.



CONTRACTOR TRADE AND QUALIFICATIONS Company Name:

Contractor Name:

Builder/Trade Licence No.

Expiry Date: _____/_____/_____

If Applicable Sub-Contracting Company Name:

Sub-Contractor Name:

Builder/Trade Licence No.

Expiry Date: _____/_____/_____

Employee Full Name

Builders Licence

White Card Number

Certificates Required to carry out Work i.e. Scaffolder/rigger

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1.1. Roadside Vegetation ....................................................................................... 4

1.2. Legal Protection of Native Vegetation on Roadsides ...................................... 5

1.3. Purpose of this Roadside Vegetation Management Plan ............................... 5

1.4. What This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan Contains ........................ 6

1.5. Description of the Local Council Region ......................................................... 6

1.6. Key Objectives of This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan .................... 7

1.7. How the Roadside Vegetation Management Plan was prepared ................... 7

1.8. How to Use This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan ............................. 7

1.9. Distribution of This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan .......................... 8

1.10. Reporting and Review Requirements .......................................................... 8

2. MANAGEMENT ISSUES ....................................................................................... 9

2.1. NEW ROADWORKS CLEARANCE .............................................................. 10

2.1.1. Consultation and Approval Procedures ..................................................... 10

2.1.2. Guidelines ................................................................................................. 11

2.2. ROADSIDE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 13


2.2.2. Guidelines ................................................................................................. 14

2.3. PUBLIC SAFETY CLEARANCE ................................................................... 20


2.3.2. Guidelines ................................................................................................. 20

2.4. FENCELINE CLEARANCE ........................................................................... 21

2.4.1. Consultation And Approval Procedures .................................................... 21

2.4.2. Guidelines ................................................................................................. 22

2.5. PROPERTY ACCESS CLEARANCE ........................................................... 24


2.5.2. Guidelines ................................................................................................. 25

2.6. BUSHFIRE HAZARD REDUCTION .............................................................. 26


2.6.2. Guidelines ................................................................................................. 27

2.7. GRAZING AND MOWING ............................................................................ 29

2.7.1. Consultation And Approval Procedures ..................................................... 29

2.7.2. Guidelines .................................................................................................. 30

2.8. PROTECTION OF ROADSIDE VEGETATION OF PARTICULAR

SIGNIFICANCE ........................................................................................................ 31


2.8.2. Guidelines .................................................................................................. 32

2.9. RESTORATION AND REVEGETATION ON ROADSIDE RESERVES ........ 34


2.9.2. Guidelines .................................................................................................. 34

2.10. REMOVAL OF PLANT MATERIAL ........................................................... 37


2.10.2. Guidelines .................................................................................................. 38

2.11. PEST PLANT AND ANIMAL CONTROL ................................................... 40


2.11.2. Guidelines .................................................................................................. 42

3. REFERENCES ..................................................................................................... 45

4. ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS ..................................................................... 46

Abbreviations ............................................................................................................ 46

Definitions ................................................................................................................. 47

5. APPENDIX ........................................................................................................... 51

5.1. Appendix 1: Summary of State Legislation Relating to Roadside Management .. 51

5.2. Appendix 2: Reference map for roadside classification ....................................... 52

5.3. Appendix 3: SUMMARY of Legal Requirements under the Native Vegetation Act

54

5.4. Appendix 4: Authorisation to collect fallen timber (Wood Permit) ........................ 55

5.5 Appendix 5: Seed collecting permit ...................................................................... 56

5.6 Appendix 6: Recommended Native Plants for Gardens and Revegetation ......... 57

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1.2. Legal Protection of Native Vegetation on Roadsides

The clearance of native vegetation, including that along roadsides, is controlled under the Native Vegetation Act, 1991 and the Native Vegetation Regulations 2003. The Regulations among other things set out circumstances in which native vegetation may be cleared without the need for specific consent from the Native Vegetation Council (NVC). In dealing with the clearance of native vegetation the Regulations provide a mechanism to assist in the day to day management of a property.

Regulation 5(1)(y) allows either (i) for clearance by a Local Council, or someone acting on behalf of the council, where the clearance complies with a Roadside Vegetation Management Plan (RVMP) that has been approved by the NVC, or (ii)- if no such plan has been prepared and approved, the regulation allows clearance where this complies with guidelines issued by the NVC – “Guidelines for the Management of Roadside Vegetation”, which is available from the NVC Secretariat.

Other statutes relevant to the protection of native fauna and management of roadside vegetation include.

Under the Local Government Act 1999 (Section 221), Local Councils have the authority to regulate the planting, removal of or interference with, any roadside vegetation.

The National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972, prohibits the removal of native vegetation without a permit from reserves, wilderness protection zones, Crown land, and public land or forest reserves in SA.

The Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, provides the strongest protection for listed species of threatened indigenous plants and animals and important habitats. Any action having a significant effect on these requires assessment and Commonwealth approval.

1.3. Purpose of this Roadside Vegetation Management Plan

This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan (RVMP) has been developed to provide a basis for managing roadside vegetation along all municipal controlled rural roads throughout the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

It fulfils a legal requirement under the Native Vegetation Act 1991, which allows for clearance by a Local Council, or someone acting on behalf of the Local Council, where the clearance complies with a roadside management plan that has been approved by the Native Vegetation Council.

While the safe movement of travelling public is a key requirement of roads, and Local Councils have a responsibility to maintain adequate levels of safety and efficiency for drivers on Council owned roads, the District Council of Yorke Peninsula recognises that they also have a responsibility to retain and protect roadside vegetation wherever possible, as road reserves have become increasingly important for conservation reasons due to the removal of vegetation from adjoining land.

This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan:

sets clear policies and guidelines for activities affecting roadsides

provides a consistent, integrated approach to managing roadside vegetation;

reduces potential Council liabilities; and

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provides a means for the District Council of Yorke Peninsula to demonstrate due diligence in its responsibility to protect and maintain native vegetation on roadsides.

However, this Roadside Vegetation Management Plan is not:

a means of avoiding liability if native vegetation clearance offences do occur

an appropriate mechanism to obtain environmental approval for large road construction works

an approval for all roadside vegetation clearing, or

a stand-alone document in isolation to other management structures and controls over activities that occur in road reserves for which the District Council of Yorke Peninsula has jurisdiction.

1.4. What This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan Contains

This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan (RVMP) contains:

a summary of activities that may affect roadside vegetation and guidelines for undertaking these activities

procedures for environmental assessment and approval prior to implementation of roadworks

The RVMP applies not only to road works (maintenance or minor construction) but also to other uses of roadsides such as service provision, pest animal and plant control, property access, and bushfire prevention.

While this plan covers the most common activities that can occur on roadsides in the District Council of Yorke Peninsula area, the "Guidelines for the management of Roadside Vegetation, (NVC, 1997)" apply for all other activities, and must be adhered to under Regulation 5(1)(y) of the Native Vegetation Regulations 2003.

This RVMP provides a basis to promote forward planning and improved co-operation between all roadside users in the management of road reserves. These include Local Council Chief Eexcutive Officer, Director Assets and Infrastructure Services, Works Manager, Operations Manager, Natural Environment and Sustainability Officer, Development Services Manager, operational staff, local emergency services, adjacent private property owners, the NVC, and importantly, the general public.

1.5. Description of the Local Council Region

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula covers an area of 5,834 square kilometres and supports a population of 11,190 people. The road network consists of 431 kilometres of sealed road, 3238 kilometres of unsealed road, and 215 kilometres of unformed roads (un-made road reserves). In addition, 564 kilometres are the responsibility of the Department for Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI). The District Council of Yorke Peninsula has a responsibility to ensure that roads not only provide for the safe movement of traffic, but also reflect community expectations for their wider use.

The farming potential of Yorke Peninsula was recognised early on in South Australia’s history and much of its indigenous vegetation was cleared to make way for crops and pastures. In the A biological survey of the Mid-North and Yorke Peninsula, Neagle (2008) reports that only 13.1 % of original native vegetation cover remains in the region,

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the majority of this being found in small and fragmented parcels, such as in coastal reserves and along roadsides.

The remnant vegetation found along many roadsides within the District Council of Yorke Peninsula features mostly mallee associations (such as Eucalyptus socialis, E. foecunda and E. incrassata, Allocasuarina verticillata, shrubs such as Melaleuca lanceolata, M. uncinata and several Acacias) with low shrublands predominating nearer to the coast.

1.6. Key Objectives of This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula’s key objectives for roadside vegetation are to:

meet legal requirements for both the provision and maintenance of a safe road network and the protection of roadside vegetation

maintain and enhance the species diversity, genetic diversity, vegetation associations and habitat types currently occurring within existing roadside vegetation

maintain and enhance the habitat and corridor value for indigenous flora and fauna

minimise the adverse impacts of activities occurring within the roadside vegetation corridor

clearly identify unauthorised activity in road reserves

improve the awareness of roadside vegetation management issues for Local Council staff and contractors, the community and other authorities

1.7. How the Roadside Vegetation Management Plan was prepared

This Plan was developed by the District Council of Yorke Peninsula’s Natural Environment and Sustainability Officer in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, Director Assets and Infrastructure Services, Works Manager, and Operations Manager, to ensure it complies with the Native Vegetation Act 1991, other relevant legislative requirements and Council’s plans and objectives.

As part of the consultative process, issues and activities affecting roadside vegetation within the district have been identified and management actions established to ensure compatibility with existing council policies and objectives. This includes development of standard operating procedures for managing roadside activities where those activities are likely to affect roadside native vegetation.

This RVMP was formally approved by the Native Vegetation Council on 11/07/2012 and endorsed by the District Council of Yorke Peninsula on 12/09/2012.

1.8. How to Use This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan

This RVMP will be used as a working reference document within the District Council of Yorke Peninsula. Appropriate staff from the District Council of Yorke Peninsula’s Assets and Infrastructure Services Department will be responsible for administering its implementation. It will be kept on the Councils website, at the following address http://www.yorke.sa.gov.au/content/view/1003/447/

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This plan contains the minimum requirements of a RVMP that all Local Council’s should have in their RVMP. This includes a brief description of the roadside vegetation management issues, best practice guidelines and the consultation and approval procedures required to clear under the Regulations of the Native Vegetation Act 1991. Council may conduct clearance of native vegetation according to the Plan (eg. road maintenance, fenceline clearance, property access).

Council staff and contractors will be updated on the plan to ensure they can implement the roadwork practices required to minimise damaging impacts on roadside vegetation.

1.9. Distribution of This Roadside Vegetation Management Plan

Copies of this RVMP will be distributed to all relevant Council staff and to all elected members. Copies will also be distributed to the NVC Secretariat and the Department for Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) office. A copy of the RVMP will be available at the Council offices for public viewing as well as on Council’s website. It is the responsibility of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula’s Natural Environment and Sustainability Officer to ensure the plan is kept current and the contents are promoted to Council staff and the community.

1.10. Reporting and Review Requirements

To ensure that compliance with the objectives of this RVMP have been met, this RVMP will be internally reviewed by the council every five years to provide an opportunity for Council to determine if the RVMP needs updating or not. Once the internal review is completed, the RVMP will be forwarded to Native Vegetation Assessment Panel to look at any significant changes, and re-endorse the plan for another set time period. This will help ensure the RVMP stays current with respect to legislation and terminology, and also to improve usability and relevance.

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2.1. NEW ROADWORKS CLEARANCE

Objectives

To ensure new road construction activities meet road safety standards whilst ensuring minimum disturbance to roadside indigenous vegetation.

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The District Council of Yorke Peninsula sometimes needs to undertake roadworks which involve clearance of mature or relatively undisturbed native vegetation. New roadworks, include:

construction of new roads along previously undeveloped road reserves,

widening or realignment of existing roads,

These activities could have significant environmental impact and it is important that the vegetation be assessed prior to the works. If significant vegetation is present it may be possible to modify the roadworks to reduce or avoid critical impact.

Under the Native Vegetation Regulations 2003, Regulation 5(1)(d) permits clearance of native vegetation for new road works provided that it is located such that it avoids or minimises the impact on significant areas of native vegetation. In particular, new road works or widening activities should seek to avoid areas containing an intact stratum of native vegetation. These types of activities require specific NVC approval and require a Singificant Environmental Benefit (SEB) to offset the clearance

Road reserves shall not be opened or closed without prior consultation with the Native Vegetation Council. The opening up of roads, in particular, requires careful consideration as undeveloped road reserves are often important for native vegetation conservation or as potential revegetation corridors.

2.1.1. Consultation and Approval Procedures

Clearance approval under Regulation 5(1)(d ) is required for new roadworks (ie. new road construction, widening, realignment,) which involve clearance of native vegetation. Where clearance is required for public safety, Regulation 5(1)(lb) may apply.

NOTE: This requirement does not apply to very minor and localised clearance, such as pruning of branches or removal of one or two tree saplings or shrubs which are known to be common in the area. Within the District Council of Yorke Peninsula this will only occur on Level 2 and 3 roads as per Appendix 2, not Level 1 roads where significant vegetation (that includes DENR ThreatenedSpecies) is known to exist.

If in doubt as to what constitutes minor clearance, consultation with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit prior to the work is recommended. It is just possible that the site may contain a small, visually insignificant plant species (eg. orchid or native grass) which is of particular conservation significance.

Where practical, Council will contact the Native vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit early in the planning and design stages of new roadworks, in order to obtain information about potential native vegetation issues and any associated clearance approval requirements under the Native Vegetation Act, therefore minimising delays.

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2.1.2. Guidelines

Road Design

District Council of Yorke Peninsula will consider the following design principles when planning new roadworks (prior to obtaining NVC approval):

Avoid vegetation communities of high conservation significance.

One wide roadside is preferable to two narrow roadsides.

If widening is necessary where native vegetation is present on both sides, widening on the narrow roadside is preferred.

The value of roadside vegetation is greater where there is native vegetation adjacent (outside the road reserve).

Drainage systems and batters will be designed to minimise sedimentation of water courses, minimise discharge into disease-susceptible plant communities, and control erosion.

To minimise potential environment impacts of new roadworks, Significant Environmental Benefit (SEB) requirements and obtain the necessary clearance approvals, the District Council of Yorke Peninsula will consult with the Native Vegetation Business Management Unit during the planning phase. If significant vegetation is present Council will investigate possible options to modify the roadworks to reduce or avoid critical impacts.

Road Construction

Once approval has been obtained from the NVC, the District Council of Yorke Peninsula will minimise the impact of construction on vegetation by abiding by the following guidelines:

Clearly identify and mark with stakes or tape any significant or protected vegetation, habitat areas and sensitive areas prior to the commencement of works

Always stay within the construction zone

Keep machinery and stockpiles on previously cleared land

Limit soil disturbances on roadside

Limit vegetation removal to that approved by the NVC

Identify the exact location of proposed stockpiles, plant compounds, access roads and turning areas to avoid any incidental vegetation damage

Materials for construction works to be taken from disease and weed free sites

Equipment should be cleared on site before moving on to other sites: this particularly applies where machinery is operating in weed-infested areas

Only use the appropriate type and minimum size of machinery for the job

Chip light material from tree removal and use as mulch to spread local seed for Level 1 roads (see Appendix 2). This may include the use of other machinery, such as the flail mower, which ‘trims’ and mulches at the same time with no soil disturbance. For Level 2 and 3 roads, retain light material within area for seed dispersal.

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If there is no alternative to burning, do not burn close to native vegetation.

Strip and stock-pile topsoil from areas of good vegetation. Re-use as soon as possible.

Avoid “cleaning-up” vegetation after construction. Retain stumps, dead wood and understorey where possible.

If unsure about any environmental controls, contact the site supervisor.

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The following standards for new road construction have been adopted by the District Council of Yorke Peninsula, and are to be carried out subject to approval from the NVC under Regulation 5(1)(d).

Construction for each type of road surface shall be carried out in accordance with accepted engineering practices and standards, especially in relation to the width of the carriageway and the width of the shoulder.

Sealed Roads

Road Carriageway Widths - New Class A or Class B (sealed) roads are to have a maximum road carriageway width of 10 metres, a shoulder width of up to 1.5 metres and a verge width of up to 2.5 metres on either side of the edge of the sealed carriageway (subject to Section 2.2 Roadside Maintenance and Section 2.3 Public Safety Clearance of this RVMP).

Vertical Height Clearance - The vertical height clearance envelope of new sealed roads is to be offset 4 metres from the edge of the sealed carriageway and up to a maximum height of 5 metres.

Unsealed Roads

Road Carriageway Widths - New unsealed roads are to have a maximum carriageway width of 10 metres and a verge width of up to 2 metres on either side of the carriageway (subject to Section 2. Public Safety Clearance of this RVMP)

Vertical Height Clearance

Vertical Height Clearance - The vertical height clearance envelope of new sealed roads is to be offset 2 metres from the edge of the sealed carriageway and up to a maximum height of 5 metres.

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2.2. ROADSIDE MAINTENANCE

Objectives

a) To ensure a safe and efficient road system whilst ensuring minimum disturbance to roadside indigenous vegetation.

b) To ensure best management practices for vegetation maintenance works on roadsides are understood and adhered to.

Information

Adequate vertical and lateral clearance of roadside vegetation is needed for the safe movement of vehicles, and additional clearance is usually needed at intersections, crests and the inside of curves to provide adequate sight distance to ensure that a driver is able to perceive all possible road hazards in sufficient time and react accordingly. The degree of clearance needed will vary according to the standard and design speed of the road, the type and amount of traffic and the characteristics of the vegetation.

Along most of Councils roads, clearance to the necessary safety standard has already taken place, but regrowth may be encroaching back into the clearance space. This regrowth may be removed without clearance approval, provided that low impact methods are used (eg. slashing, rolling, chainsaws).

These clearance areas are generally referred to as Clearance Envelopes. Clearance envelopes used in the District Council of Yorke Peninsula are found in the diagrams below.


a) Maintenance of existing roadside vegetation clearances (clearance envelopes) by low impact methods and vegetation clearance for sight distance at intersections, driveways and curves, according to Austroad Standards, can generally proceed without clearance approval.

b) Clearance approval is needed where:

- clearance exceeding previously established safety standards is proposed (eg. construction of new open drains; new stockpiles or work areas outside approved “clearance envelope”, or other maintenance requiring increased clearance; OR

- regrowth has reached the stage where high-impact methods (eg. bulldozing) are proposed.

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2.2.2. Guidelines

Reconstruction and maintenance for each type of road surface shall be carried out in accordance with accepted engineering practices and standards.

Any clearance proposed here is not meant to imply or establish safety standards.

Clearance envelopes are areas that are required to be clear of vegetation for the safe passage of legal height vehicles across the full width of the traffic lanes, and secondary clearance envelopes are further areas required to be kept clear of vegetation for adequate visibility of other traffic, signs and other roadside furniture. Usually, clearance to the necessary safety standards has already taken place, and regrowth encroaching back into these clearance spaces can be cleared without approval from the NVC.

As a general rule, regrowth vegetation less than 5 yrs old can be cleared in clearance envelopes without approval, clearance of vegetation between 5 and 10 years old requires consultation with the NVCS (and where a longer clearance cycle is deemed necessary, this is likely to be approved, and noted in the RVMP), and vegetation older than 10yrs would usually require assessment and NVC approval. If in doubt, check with the Council Operations Manager, or contact the NVCS office for advice.

Bitumen roads clearance:

clearance up to 4 metres from edge of seal (maintain the established clearance safety standard) but will vary according to vegetation type, local conditions and community requirements and the need for roadside drainage works

Unsealed roads clearance:

clearance up to 2 metres from the edge of the road (maintain the established clearance safety standard) and up to a maximum of 3 metres in the case of particularly vigorous species such as Acacia cyclops.

Sealed Roads Vertical Height Clearance:

A clearance envelope is to be maintained up to a vertical height of 5 metres offset 4 metres from the edge of the sealed carriageway. Clearance beyond this height will require NVC approval.

Unsealed Roads Vertical Height Clearance:

A clearance envelope is to be maintained to a vertical height up to 5 metres offset 2 metres from the edge of the grader line. Clearance beyond this height will require NVC approval.

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The following codes of practice will be implemented by Council with the delegated responsible officer being the Council Operations Manager. If unsure about any environmental controls, contact the site supervisor.

Minimise Weed and Disease Spread

clean down machinery in appropriate areas before entering and when leaving work site

program works to begin with clean machinery in high conservation areas and work toward degraded sites

only use soil or fill from a weed or disease free site

Turn-around Points

on narrow roads of high or medium conservation value, identify machinery turn-around points where native vegetation will not be damaged

locate stockpiles, turn-out or lay-down areas on existing cleared land

Grading and Drain Cleaning Operations

avoid damage to roots, bark and limbs

avoid working inside the drip line of trees

avoid working where root damage and soil compaction may occur

remove drain spoil and dispose of appropriately

care must be taken to ensure that the grader does not intrude beyond the existing carriageway width (grading a little further each time can have significant impact over a number of years)

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only use herbicides where vegetation control by mechanical methods is inappropriate

avoid over-spray by not spraying in windy conditions

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avoid “cleaning up” vegetation and retain stumps, dead wood and understorey

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carefully prune trees using low impact methods in accordance with recognised arboriculture standards. Tree trimming will usually be undertaken using a moveable gang saw, although other equipment may be used in specific situations and localised pruning may be undertaken using chainsaws.

avoid damaging undergrowth when removing trees

dispose of waste materials at an appropriate site or depot or leave as habitat for wildlife (if considered to be habitat features, eg. hollow logs, or if small amounts, material may be left on site if it is spread widely and not allowed to form a pile, and is not considered to increase the amount of combustible material significantly).

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and, where possible, will be retained in the clearance zones to help prevent weed invasion and erosion

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only use the appropriate type and minimum size of machinery for the job

Erosion Control

remove as little vegetation as possible and encourage the growth of native vegetation on batters

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minimise soil disturbance

Clearance Envelopes

Clearance envelopes are areas that are required to be clear of vegetation for the safe passage of legal height vehicles across the full width of the traffic lanes.

The main clearance envelope allows for the passage of legal height vehicles (4.6 metres) across the full width of the traffic lanes. To allow for regrowth between pruning and sagging of branches caused by wet or windy conditions, a minimum2 clearance height of 5.0 metres will be maintained.

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Council will maintain a minimum clearance envelope that is 5.0 metres high.

On unsealed roads, every effort must be made to limit grading to the pre-existing width, and where possible this width should be documented for future maintenance works.

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It is desirable to maintain a vertical clearance of 5.0 metres from kerb face to kerb face.

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2.3. PUBLIC SAFETY CLEARANCE

Objectives

To balance roadside protection of native vegetation and public safety.

To address any issues of public safety over and above those currently addressed (see Roadside Maintenance section) in accordance with the NVC ‘Managing Native Vegetation - A Framework for the Application of Regulation 5(1)(lb), for Clearance Along Roads, Intersections and at Rail Crossings for Public Safety Purposes’.

Information

Maintenance of existing clearances for road safety can occur under Regulation 5(1)(y) (see section on Road maintenance), but any clearance greater than this needs approval either under 5(1)(lb) where clearance is necessary to protect public safety, or under 5(1)(d) for infrastructure clearance (new road construction, widening or re-alignment). Once any additional areas are authorised under Regulation 5(1)(lb), then these will be incorporated into the Maintenance section of this RVMP (either as an erratum, or added when the plan is next due for review).

This section of the RVMP summarises the requirements for Council when considering new clearance for the purpose of increasing levels of road safety under Regulation 5(1)(lb) in accordance with the NVC ‘Managing Native Vegetation - A Framework for the Application of Regulation 5(1)(lb), for Clearance Along Roads, Intersections and at Rail Crossings for Public Safety Purposes’. However, contact should be made with the NVBMU for advice.


Maintenance of existing roadside vegetation clearances (clearance envelopes) by low impact methods can generally proceed without clearance approval.

New vegetation clearance for sight distance at intersections needs to occur according to Austroad Standards and requires written approval under Regulation 5(1)(lb).

2.3.2. Guidelines

If clearance greater than that considered exempt in Section 2 - Roadside Maintenance, is proposed - · Firstly contact the NVBMU.

· Acting on their advice, provide the necessary data for the NVBMU to make an assessment of whether 5(1)(lb) is applicable or whether clearance falls under Regulation 5(1)(d).

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2.4. FENCELINE CLEARANCE

Objectives

To enable landholders to gain appropriate access to fence lines for maintenance and construction purposes.

To minimise the impact and disturbance of native vegetation by clearance for fence-line construction and maintenance.

To encourage alternative approaches for erecting fences that minimises clearance of roadside native vegetation.

Information

A landholder who wishes to clear native vegetation on a road reserve, to enable construction or maintenance of a boundary fence, requires consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula under the Local Government Act 1999 (Section 221), and may, depending on the amount of vegetation involved, also require formal NVC approval. In granting any consent, the District Council of Yorke Peninsula must comply with the "Guidelines for the management of Roadside Vegetation (NVC, 1997)".

2.4.1. Consultation And Approval Procedures

Clearance approval from the NVC is required for any vegetation clearance along fencelines which exceeds the standards below:

Where the roadside vegetation consists largely of trees, only branches protruding through or overhanging the fence, or trees growing on the actual fence alignment, can be removed.

Where shrubs or bushes are growing through the fenceline, those plants growing within one metre of the fence alignment can be removed.

Consultation with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit should occur through the Local Council.

If rare or threatened plant species (NPW Act Schedules or EPBC Act 1999) are present, Council staff are to consult with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit.

These standards take into account that the adjoining landholder can usually clear vegetation that impedes access to a fence, for up to five metres width on the private land abutting the road, where that clearance is necessary to provide vehicular or other access for fence construction or maintenance (see Regulation 5(1)(s) – NOTE that it does not provide an automatic right to clear a five-metre strip along a fence. If vegetation on an adjacent property is located within five metres but does not impede reasonable access to the fence, the regulation cannot be used to clear that vegetation).

NOTE: Greater fenceline clearance may be justified in some districts which have high bushfire risk, or where there is fence maintenance problems associated with vigorously growing shrubs. If necessary, Councils can seek variation of the standards to suit local conditions.

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2.4.2. Guidelines

Permission

Removal of native vegetation on a road reserve for the purpose of construction or maintenance of a boundary fence requires consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

In granting any consent, Council will comply with the following standards:

Where the roadside vegetation consists mainly of trees, only branches protruding through or overhanging the fence, or trees growing on the actual fence alignment, should be removed.

Where shrubs or bushes are growing through the fence line, those plants growing within one (1) metre of the fence alignment can be removed.

Clearance approval from the NVC is required for any native vegetation clearance along fencelines which exceeds the above standards.

Any unauthorised clearance will be referred by Council staff to the NVBMU.

Clearance methods

Low impact methods of clearance (e.g. minimal ground disturbance, cutting cleanly rather than breaking branches) should only be used when clearing vegetation according to these standards.

Cleared vegetation is to be removed from the site and not left on the road reserve, so as to minimise disturbance to the remaining vegetation (unless considered habitat features, eg. hollow logs, or if small amounts, material may be left on site if it is spread widely and not allowed to form a pile, and is not considered to increase the amount of combustible material significantly).

Re-locating Fences

Landholders wanting to replace boundary fences may consider re-locating the new fencing a few metres into their properties to minimise potential impacts on roadside vegetation. This can also potentially reduce construction and maintenance costs. The narrow strip between the old and the new fence can be maintained clear of any regrowth to minimise impacts on the new fence, and also act as a firebreak between the roadside and the property.

An alternative to the removal of trees in line with the property boundary may include constructing a simple strut arrangement that allows a fence to deviate a short distance around a tree. Wires are not attached directly to the tree, thus minimising potential damage to the tree (see photographs below).

Note: the above approach may not be appropriate for smaller trees, and an effort should be made to avoid structural roots when placing the post hold for the strut next to the tree.

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Above: A simple strut arrangement that allows a fence to deviate a short distance around a tree.

Wires are not attached directly to the tree, thus minimising potential damage to the tree.

Above: The same strut arrangement seen from the side. The strut holding the wires away from the

tree is directly behind the trunk. The wires are in place, but cannot be seen due to the light at the

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2.5. PROPERTY ACCESS CLEARANCE

Objectives

To minimise the loss of native vegetation through the construction of property access points

To ensure clearance for safe sight distances are established and maintained in accordance with Austroad Standards3

Information

From time to time clearance of roadside vegetation may be required to provide access or improve access to private properties (eg. new driveways). For rural areas, a primary producer may need new access to a paddock, possibly to cater for wide farm machinery. In other situations (e.g. semi-urban) it may be normal vehicular access to a residential allotment.

In these situations, the safety of the access user needs to be the primary consideration. At the same time the conservation of native vegetation also needs to be considered.

In addition to obligations under the Native Vegetation Act 1991, clearance for this purpose requires development approval from the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.


Clearance of roadside vegetation to provide access to adjoining land requires the consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

In addition, approval is needed through the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit for any proposed clearance of native vegetation for access which exceeds the standards in the guidelines section below.

Consultation with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit should occur through the local council.

If rare or threatened plant species (NPW Act Schedules or EPBC Act 1999) are present, Council staff are to consult with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit.

Austroads Guide to Road Design: Part 4: Intersections and Crossings-General 2009

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2.5.2. Guidelines

Permission

Removal of native vegetation on a road reserve to provide access to adjoining land requires consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

If there is more than one option which will provide safe access, the option which involves least disturbance of native vegetation, or vegetation of lower conservation significance should be selected.

Where some clearance of native vegetation is unavoidable, this should not exceed the following standards:

− For normal vehicle access: five metres wide plus minimum clearance along the road reserve needed to provide adequate sight distance;

− For wider farm vehicles: ten metres wide plus minimum clearance along the road reserve needed to provide adequate sight distance.

Clearance approval from the NVC is required for any native vegetation clearance along fencelines which exceeds the above standards.

Any unauthorised clearance will be referred by Council staff to the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit.

Council will encourage the re-establishment of native vegetation on adjoining road reserves to offset any clearance. Any revegetation works must involve the reestablishment of local native plant species, grown from locally collected seed suitable for the soil types involved.

Clearance methods

Low impact methods of clearance (e.g. minimal ground disturbance, cutting cleanly rather than breaking branches) should only be used when clearing vegetation according to these standards.

Cleared vegetation is to be removed from the site and not left on the road reserve, so as to minimise disturbance to the remaining vegetation (unless considered habitat features, eg. hollow logs, or if small amounts, material may be left on site if it is spread widely and not allowed to form a pile, and is not considered to increase the amount of combustible material significantly).

Avoiding unnecessary clearance

Care must be taken to avoid areas of native grassland and plant communities of conservation significance.

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2.6. BUSHFIRE HAZARD REDUCTION

Objectives

To take reasonable steps to inhibit the outbreak of fire on roadsides and the spread of fire through roadsides

To minimise the adverse effects of fire management on roadside native vegetation.

Regularly update this plan to be consistent with the Flinders Mid North Yorke Bushfire Management Committee Interim Bushfire Management Area Plan prepared under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005 by the local bushfire management committee.

Information

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula is required to adhere to the Fire and Emergency Service Act 2005. This Act places the responsibility on Council to take reasonable steps to prevent or inhibit the outbreak and spread of fire on council owned land, including road sides.

The District Council of Yorke Penisula is also required to adhere to the Native Vegetation Act 1991. Achieving the goals of both of these Acts can be difficult and requires careful planning. In some vegetation associations in the area, the Environmental Protection Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999 may also be applicable and so must also be considered.

Guidelines in this roadside vegetation management plan should be updated regularly to reflect any changes in the Bushfire Management Plans covering this Local Council area.

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula currently undertakes vegetation clearance for bushfire hazard reduction in residential areas where the risk of bushfire in these areas is considered to be high. Where native vegetation is involved, these works are undertaken in accordance with Regulations in the Native Vegetation Regulations 2003.


Under the Native Vegetation Act 1991, the clearance of native vegetation to reduce the levels of combustible materials can occur if the works are undertaken in accordance with an approved Bushfire Management Plan or is authorised by the Chief Officer (or authorised delegate) of the SA CFS., ie. under Regulation 5A part (b)(ii) where the clearance -

(A) is required or authorised by, and undertaken in accordance with, a bushfire prevention plan; or

(B) is undertaken in accordance with the written approval of the Chief Officer of SACFS.

Note: Reference to bushfire prevention plan is deemed to be that referred to under the Fire and Emergency Service Act 2005 as a Bushfire Management Area Plan.

Consultation with the CFS should normally occur through the CFS Regional Prevention

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Officer.

Approval is not required for the maintenance of previously approved existing fuel breaks. All fuel modification works should be described in the District Bushfire Management Plan.

2.6.2. Guidelines

All fire prevention works on roadsides should link in with the District Bushfire Risk Management Plan and subsequent Council BMP or other local management plans and objectives.

Consult SA CFS to plan and evaluate fire prevention works that provide the best practices for the conservation and fire prevention on roadsides.

Permission

Removal of native vegetation on a road reserve to provide access to reduce the level of combustible material requires consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

In granting any consent, Council will comply with Regulation 5A part (b)(ii) where the clearance -

o (A) is required or authorised by, and undertaken in accordance with, a bushfire prevention plan; or

o (B) is undertaken in accordance with the written approval of the Chief Officer of SACFS.

Any unauthorised clearance will be referred by Council staff to the Native

Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit.

Clearance methods

Low impact methods of clearance (e.g. minimal ground disturbance, cutting cleanly rather than breaking branches, slashing, trimming, mowing, or rolling) should only be used when clearing vegetation to reduce potential weed invasion and erosion problems.

Grazing and herbicide use should only be contemplated where no or minimal impact upon native vegetation is likely.

Limit the use of herbicides to spraying:

o around furniture

o for selective control of particular weeds where it is the most appropriate means of control

o to control growth of potentially serious weeds on firebreaks (subject to the approval of the SA CFS Regional Prevention Officer), or

o when weather conditions will minimise the likelihood of spray drift affecting non-target plants.

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Only remove vegetation that is referred to in the approved Bushfire Management Plan (eg. strategic clearance, removal of fine fuel), and retain all other vegetation including dead timber.

Take care to minimise damage to the remaining vegetation.

Wherever possible, bushfire hazard reduction which is needed on roadsides will be achieved through removal or control of exotic vegetation (eg. woody weeds, olives, Aleppo pines, etc and introduced grasses).

Native vegetation growing on roadsides may be burnt as a means of reducing fuel only in those cases stipulated in the District Bushfire Management Plan and in consultation with the Native Vegetation Council.

Other considerations

Any applications to revegetate roadsides must be assessed and approved by the Operations Manager.

Design weed slashing programs to begin with clean machinery in high conservation value areas and work towards the more degraded sites. This will assist in the prevention of further spread of weeds

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2.7. GRAZING AND MOWING

Objectives

To minimise any impact of grazing by stock on roadside reserves where native vegetation is present (other than for droving purposes).

Information

Grazing of stock in areas of native vegetation can have severe impacts - damaging plants, assisting weed invasion, preventing natural regeneration and compacting and polluting the soil. The Native Vegetation Act 1991 controls the grazing of native vegetation, and roadside grazing can also be controlled by Local Councils using by-laws under the Local Government Act 1999.

Grazing of roadsides devoid of native vegetation requires only the consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula. Grazing can be an acceptable form of roadside management in some situations, such as where exotic grasses like Phalaris have replaced native understorey and have created a fire hazard. At the same time areas of native grassland, which are of a very high conservation value, should be protected from roadside grazing.

In cases where grazing has historically occurred along roadsides, then this may continue at the same frequency and duration without NVC approval, however, any change of stock, or increase in frequency or duration of grazing, or grazing of areas without any previous history of grazing, requires NVC approval.

Many undeveloped road reserves are leased to adjoining landholders for grazing or cropping. In this situation, any clearance of native vegetation, or change in grazing practice which increased the pressure on native vegetation, requires clearance approval.


Clearance approval is required from the Native Vegetation Council for any grazing (other than associated with droving) likely to cause damage to native roadside vegetation. This includes roadsides where:

o native shrub and understorey species are present;

o there is evidence of recent or periodic regeneration of native plant species.

Modification of native vegetation on leased roads, by changed grazing practice, also needs clearance approval from the NVC.

Roads may be grazed by domestic livestock or mown only after Council have done an inspection and determined –

a) there are native trees present but they are all above grazing height;

b) there are no native shrubs or native grasses;

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If stock are required to traverse roadside areas containing native grasses, shrubs and trees that are at grazing height, they must be kept moving at all times. A suitably qualified person should undertake any native vegetation inspection prior to droving, and routes which contain important stands of vegetation should be avoided as much as possible.

Where leased road reserves contain vegetation which is under threat because of prevailing land management practices, Council will seek to protect that vegetation through amendment of lease conditions or, in extreme cases, through cessation of the lease. Unleased road reserves which contain significant native vegetation will generally not be leased, unless the purpose of the lease is to protect and manage the vegetation.

2.7.2. Guidelines

Permission

Grazing on a road reserve requires consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

In areas of native roadside vegetation, any change of stock, or increase in frequency or duration of grazing, or grazing of areas without any previous history of grazing, requires NVC approval.

Any unauthorised clearance caused by grazing will be referred by Council staff to the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit.

Clearance methods

Stock must be free of pest plants and disease.

Fire Prevention

Proposals for grazing of native roadside vegetation to aid in fuel reduction for fire prevention should be referred to the SA CFS for decisions.

Avoiding unnecessary clearance

If the roadside vegetation has not yet been assigned a roadside classification, a vegetation survey must be undertaken by suitably qualified persons to assign the vegetation present into these categories prior to undertaking any works.

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2.8. PROTECTION OF ROADSIDE VEGETATION OF

PARTICULAR SIGNIFICANCE

Objectives

To identify, record and protect roadside native vegetation of high conservation significance

To reverse the deterioration of roadside native vegetation by improving management practices

Information

Roadsides may contain plants or vegetation types of high conservation significance (ie. rated as threatened plants or communities at either a national, state, or local, level, and / or vegetation classed as Category A and B – Level 1 on the Reference Map for Roadside Classification Appendix 2).

It is important that these locations are identified, recorded and protected.

While all native vegetation is protected and must not be cleared unless clearance is considered to be exempt or minor as stipulated in this plan, vegetation of high conservation significance requires extra precautions to prevent accidental damage (eg. signage), and in other cases, active management to prevent decline in quality (eg. Bushcare work)(also see next section – Restoration). Vegetation of high conservation significance is important to the region as it can provide:

· habitat for native animals and plants, including endangered species; · ‘links corridors’ that allow native animals to move from one habitat area to

another; · unique genetic reference areas for sourcing seed for revegetation projects.

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula has assessed approximately a fifth of roadside vegetation through roadside vegetation survey(s)and aims to assess the remaining road sides. The District Council of Yorke Peninsula has produced a road network identifying the conservation significance for most roads throughout its region (Appendix 2).

These areas will be given special attention, eg:-

a) close scrutiny in Council roadworks;

b) a prohibition on the collection of firewood;

c) encouragement of adjoining landholders to relocate any replacement fencing into their properties;

d) wherever possible Council will consider an alternative transport route to minimise the impact on roadside vegetation of conservation value;

e) DCYP will consult with the NVC on any roadworks outside of the practices endorsed in this RVMP which may impact on roadside vegetation of known high conservation value or species diversity.

Within the District Council of Yorke Peninsula, 15 nationally recognised threatened plant species have been recorded along roadsides, and 22 species threatened at a state level have also been recorded (refer to Appendix 2).

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The map presented in Appendix 2 has been prepared for the purpose of guiding Council roadside operations and identifies three categories of roadside vegetation:

Level 1 Continuous vegetation including understorey in good condition and/or the presence of endangered species

Level 2 Good understorey but frequent gaps

Level 3 Sparse understorey

This map will be updated as roadside vegetation surveys are undertaken which provide new information regarding the quality of native roadside vegetation, including the location of threatened species.

Appendix 4 lists the range of activities that are acceptable within each management Level.

2.8.2. Guidelines

Permission

Any activity occurring in areas of high conservation significance requires consent from the District Council of Yorke Peninsula, and if native vegetation clearance is proposed, then consent is also required from the Native Vegetation Council.

Any unauthorised clearance of road reserve native vegetation caused by activities will be referred by Council staff to the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit.

Roadside surveys

Assistance with funding for surveys will be sought from the Native Vegetation Council, and / or other funding body.

Roadside vegetation surveys will be undertaken using the standard DENR roadside vegetation survey methodology to determine where significant species or vegetation occur.

The overall ecological significance of sections of roadside vegetation has been determined.


Any activity involving native vegetation clearance in areas of high conservation significance requires consent from the District Council of Yorke Peninsula and the Native Vegetation Council.

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2.9. RESTORATION AND REVEGETATION ON ROADSIDE RESERVES

Objectives

To encourage the re-establishment of native vegetation along roadsides in parts of the Local Council area where native vegetation has been identified as cleared or degraded.

To prevent further degradation within road reserves giving high priority to rehabilitation works along High and Medium Conservation roadsides.

Information

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula is committed to roadside restoration and revegetation programs within the Council region.

Council recognises the ecological and aesthetic importance of restoring, maintaining and enhancing roadside native vegetation as areas of habitat for wildlife, to increase the biological diversity and seed stock of the area, and to create linkages for wildlife movement.

Other benefits include improving the amenity of an area, reducing the risk of soil erosion and soil salinity, and possibly reducing the risk of fire through appropriate fire management practices.

Within the District Council of Yorke Peninsula there are number of locations where roadside vegetation is being actively managed by community groups using minimal disturbance techniques to maintain biological diversity, or to promote regeneration of native species. This involves weeding, controlled burning, fencing and rubbish collection. Council supports the efforts of individuals and community groups to protect and enhance native vegetation along roadsides; however, it has a responsibility to ensure that such activities are conducted appropriately and in a manner that does not compromise the aims of road safety or bushfire hazard reduction.

2.9.2. Guidelines


It is essential (and a legal requirement) that the permission of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula be obtained for roadside revegetation programs.

Planned revegetation programs will be conducted under Council’s authorisation and will incorporate other Council maintenance policies aimed at minimising soil disturbance and associated weed establishment, control introduced plants and animals, and restrict grazing or development along roadside areas in the district.

Proposals for restoration and revegetation must also take into account the existing vegetation present, and consultation with the Native Vegetation Council is required where revegetation is to occur within areas of existing vegetation, particularly areas of native grassland, sedgeland and wetland which may never have had an overstorey.

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Permission

Any activity occurring in rehabilitated and revegetated areas requires consent from the District Council of Yorke Peninsula, and if native vegetation4 clearance is proposed, then consent is also required from the Native Vegetation Council.

Application will need to be made to Council’s Operations Manager, for approval to re-vegetate roadside reserves. When approving revegetation projects, Council must ensure compliance with Section 232 – Trees of the Local Government Act 1999. At a minimum, the applicant will need to supply the following details:

location and extent of roadside to be replanted; a description of site preparation works (e.g. weed control) a native plant species list details of subsequent site management

Applicants are responsible for locating all services (e.g. ETSA, SA Water and Telstra) and ensuring that plantings conform to ETSA guidelines (available from Council offices).

In the interests of public safety Council reserves the right to maintain a safe road corridor. Any vegetation that does not conform to Council policy, as outlined in this document, may be removed.


Roadside rehabilitation and restoration

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula, working with various stakeholders, encourages the rehabilitation and revegetation of suitable, degraded areas of road reserve through natural regeneration of native plant species and through utilising local native species.

Restoration and rehabilitation programs will only be undertaken after the overall ecological significance of sections of roadside vegetation has been determined.

Natural regeneration should be encouraged in High and Medium Conservation Value roadsides.

Take care when planning planting of trees or shrubs in areas dominated by native grassland, sedgeland, or wetland species. The area may form part of a naturally occurring open (tree-less) plant association, and therefore disturbance may constitute clearance under the Native Vegetation Act. Consult with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Unit.

Revegetation or rehabilitation programs should have a clear goal and appropriate monitoring in place in order to determine if the goal is being achieved.

The following notes highlight some of the factors to be considered in planning a

4 Native Vegetation includes any pre-european or vegetation that has naturally regenerated (ie. by itself). It does not include vegetation that has been directly propagated and planted by hand. In other words, under the Native Vegetation Act approval for clearance of revegetated areas is not required, unless the area has naturally regenerated from original native vegetation, or if it is an area that was required to be planted as a requirement for a previous clearance approval under the Act (ie, SEB or set-aside area).

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re-vegetation project:

Site Preparation:

Care must be taken to ensure that areas to be planted are properly prepared. This must be done to ensure that all weed competition is removed. Site preparation can be either mechanical or chemical. It therefore follows that sites should preferably be prepared some 9-12 months before planting is to take place by cultivation or the use of a chemical such as Roundup.

If this action is not taken the ensuing weed growth will create many problems and can in fact kill young trees. Plantings are best carried out during April – May or when the season breaks.

Plant selection:

It should be noted that the same type of plant can vary according to its locality and for that reason it is considered that only native vegetation indigenous to the locality should be considered, i.e. vegetation occurring within a ten kilometre radius. However, it must also be said that vegetation endemic to one area naturally growing in that particular soil type and of the appropriate vegetation association type should be given priority.

This will entail seed collection and tree propagation and various Yorke Peninsula community groups can be of assistance in this regard. See Appendix 6 for Recommended Native Plants for Gardens and Revegetation (to be used in conjunction with the advice above).

Database

Rehabilitated sites will be recorded on a site register or database. Sites will be monitored with photo-point photos.

Roadside markers and Bushcare work

Roadside Revegetation Sites will be added to the “Roadside Marker System (RMS) once developed to ensure protection of significant sites.

In consultation with Trees For Life, the Local Action Planning group and/or Regional Ecologist, Bushcare sites will also be encouraged wherever possible to help actively manage these important areas of native vegetation.

The District Council of Yorke Peninsula will continue to encourage and promote the maintenance and improvement of roadside vegetation diversity through the support of existing groups, and, where appropriate, the establishment of more local community groups, to undertake restoration activities.

Community groups should be encouraged to become involved in Bushcare work, eg. Adopt a roadside school program.

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2.10. REMOVAL OF PLANT MATERIAL

Objectives

To promote the statutory requirements for retaining roadside native vegetation

To limit the extent of damage caused by removal of roadside native vegetation

To ensure that only a sustainable amount of native vegetation is removed from roadsides.

Information

The removal of plant material from roadsides includes:

collection of dead timber for firewood;

cutting of live timber;

brush cutting;

seed collection; and

flower harvesting.

All such activities require the consent of the local council and other constraints may also apply – as set out below.


Removal of plant material from road reserves requires the consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula, and in the following instances, also requires clearance consent under the Native Vegetation Act:

removal of dead plants as defined under the Native Vegetation Act 1991 cutting of live timber (outside the scope of the guidelines in this RVMP) the cutting of brush (Melaleuca uncinata) unless it is undertaken in accordance

with other guidelines in this RVMP the harvesting of flowers.

In the case of seed collection, a permit is also needed from the Department for Environment and Natural Resources, who can also provide guidance as to how collect seed.

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2.10.2. Guidelines

Permission

Removal of plant material within a road reserve as set out below requires consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.


Collection of Dead Timber

The removal of dead timber from roadsides is not controlled under the Native Vegetation Act 1991 unless (as defined by the Native Vegetation Regulations 2003) it comprises trees of a species native to South Australia (a) that have a trunk circumference (measured at a point 300 mm above the base of tree) of 2 metres or more; and (b) that provide or have the potential to provide, or are a part of a group of trees or other plants (whether dead or alive) that provide, or have a potential to provide, a habitat for animals of a listed threatened species under the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Act 1999 of the Commonwealth.

However, the District Council of Yorke Peninsula controls this activity as dead timber, both standing and fallen, provides habitat for native fauna, and flora, and is also important in the recycling of nutrients.

The removal of dead timber from Level 1 roadsides is prohibited so as to avoid damaging habitat for wildlife (i.e. reptiles etc.) and small native plants adapted to and protected by the sheltered conditions provided by fallen timber (fallen timber may protect small plants physically from grazing by rabbits, kangaroos etc., and also provide optimal conditions for survival – darker and moister micro-habitats). Particular attention will be given to the retention of dead timber with hollows, as the development of hollow timber takes many years and is a limited resource for wildlife.

Exceptions may be made in Level 2 and 3 areas where fuel loads are high and the removal of dead fallen timber will mitigate bushfire hazard in accordance with the District Bushfire Management Plan under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005, or to remove timber which is hazardous to traffic or fencing. However, local ratepayers will need to apply for a permit to remove dead timber, and will be provided with a map indicating the specific areas in which it is permissible to do so.

If a permit to collect fallen timber is granted it will clearly specify that care be taken not to damage any surrounding native vegetation.

Cutting of Live timber

Any cutting of live timber outside of the scope of guidelines in this plan requires the consent of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula and also clearance consent under the Native Vegetation Act 1991.

Seed Collection (Cuttings and Specimens)

Revegetation programs using local species are strongly supported and roadsides are often ideal sites for seed collection. However, care is needed to minimise damage to the parent plant and to avoid depleting the seed supply to such an extent that natural regeneration of plants on the roadside is affected.

The collection of seeds, cuttings and specimens from native vegetation from roadsides, requires the consent of the local council and from DENR under Section 49 of the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972 through a Permit to Collect Native Plant Material

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(contact the Fauna Permit Unit of DENR, telephone 8463 4841).

The collection of seeds, cuttings or other specimens from native plants does not require consent from the NVC provided that damage to the plant is not substantial. As a guide, cutting a substantial branch off a tree or bush to collect seed would not be regarded as exempt; nor would the removal of virtually all harvestable seed from a single plant.

Nevertheless, the District Council of Yorke Peninsula will give preference to seed collecting permits associated with local revegetation projects, and tree trimming programs (for verge maintenance) will be undertaken in consultation with local revegetation groups to facilitate the collection of seed from trimmed vegetation. Flower Harvesting

The harvesting of flowers from roadsides requires the consent of Council and clearance consent. Council should be the first point of contact.

In general, harvesting of roadside flowers, particularly for commercial purposes, is not favoured because of its impact on the vegetation and on the landscape or amenity of the area.

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2.11. PEST PLANT AND ANIMAL CONTROL

Objectives

Reduce the establishment of new pest plants and animals in the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

Reduce the spread of existing pest plants and animals and their range and numbers.

Reduce the impacts of existing pest plants and animals on roadside native vegetation.

Reduce threats to agriculture, natural environments and public safety


Native Vegetation Act 1991

Clearance approval is required where a proposed animal or plant control program is likely to cause significant damage to native roadside vegetation.

“Significant” in this context includes ripping of warrens where native vegetation will be affected, non-selective spraying in mixed weeds / native vegetation, and burning of native

Information

Pest plants and pest animals are more commonly known as ‘weeds’ and ‘feral animals’. They can invade rural land or natural habitats and because of their characteristics and/or location, they can cause economic, ecological, physical or aesthetic problems, often with significant potential impacts on local and regional biodiversity.

Pest plants and animals can be divided into those that require control under legislation (ie. are “declared” species), and those that whilst still damaging, are not considered significant enough to warrant legislative control (ie. “non-declared” species, for example pasture grasses and non-local Australian native plants). While there is no legal requirement that non-declared species be controlled, it is important that they be discouraged as, in the case of plants, they can increase the fire hazard as well as replacing more valuable local natives.

Without appropriate control and preventative measures in place, weeds in particular can invade and degrade native vegetation areas both on and adjacent to the roadside, as well as more distant areas via the road network.

As indicated in the 1989 report of Wigan and Malcolm, weed invasion of roadsides is a significant issue in the district, with bridal creeper and boxthorn being the main concerns. Programs for boxthorn control are being coordinated by the Northern and Yorke Natural Resource Management Board. The Board also have biological trials in place on Yorke Peninsula for the control of Bridal Creeper, which include rust and insect control.

The revegetation of roadsides with appropriate native species will be encouraged as part of a longer term weed control strategy.

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vegetation to assist pest control. It does not include minor damage, such as removal of branches to gain access to pests.

The NVMB Unit is able to determine whether proposed clearance is of a sufficiently significant nature to warrant referral on to the NVC for decision.

NRM Act, 2004

The Natural Resources Management Act, 2004 (the NRM Act) refers to classes of plants and animals for which certain provisions of the Act apply. These species are declared pursuant to section 174 of the NRM Act, and are often referred to as declared animals or plants.

Section 182(7) of the NRM Act makes it clear that the NRM Board (or NRM Group, where one exists) has the responsibility to control on road reserves any pest plant or pest animal.

Section 185 of the NRM Act allows the Board to charge the adjoining landowners for control work on the section of road reserve adjoining the owner's land up to the middle of the road reserve in the case of most declared species.

Local Government Act, 1999

Under Section 221 of the Local Government Act, 1999, it is illegal for landholders to undertake pest plant and animal control work on the road reserve adjoining their property without authority from the relevant Local Council. Some Councils give authorisation for adjacent landholders to conduct declared animal and plant control on road reserves, on the proviso that landowners consult the relevant NRM Board before undertaking the work. This Council does do this, through the process of placing notices within the local newspaper.

Impacts to native vegetation during control works must be minimised in accordance with the requirements of the Natural Resources Management Act 20045 and NVC guidelines ‘Clearance of Native Vegetation associated with the Control of Plant and Animal Pests’

Removal of weeds and pests other than declared species, are controlled by the District Council of Yorke Peninsula in conjunction with the NRM Board..

5 192—Protection of certain vegetation and habitats

(1) A person must, in taking measures for the control of animals or plants under this Chapter, take all

reasonable steps to ensure—

(a) that native vegetation is not cleared except in accordance with guidelines prepared by the Native

Vegetation Council under section 25 of the Native Vegetation Act 1991; and

(b) that damage to or destruction of other vegetation is kept to a minimum (unless the vegetation is

subject to destruction or control under this Chapter).

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2.11.2. Guidelines

Where adjoining landholders are planning roadside pest control which could affect native vegetation, the local authorised NRM officer should be the first point of contact. The need for consultation with the Native Vegetation Conservation Section can then be determined.

In districts where there are serious problems with roadside pest control, local Boards are encouraged to develop overall management strategies in consultation with the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit. This can avoid the need for consultation with the Unit on a case-by-case basis.

Suitably qualified contractors or council staff trained in the identification of native vegetation and weeds will be used to implement control procedures that minimise disturbance and damage to native vegetation.

NVC Guidelines

The clearance of native vegetation during programs for control of declared animals and plants must be kept to the minimum needed for effective pest control (in accordance with advice from the local NRM / State Authorised Officer or NRM Board) and must be in accordance with these guidelines:

Pruning of Native Vegetation

The pruning of native vegetation, if essential to provide access for pest animal and plant control, is acceptable provided that it is kept to a minimum and does not affect the overall viability of the plant(s) involved.

Spraying of Herbicides in Native Vegetation

Spraying of declared plants in native vegetation is acceptable provided that a careful and selective approach is used (e.g. spot-spraying) and damage to nearby native vegetation is avoided or minimised.

The use of herbicides must be in strict accordance with NRM advice and with instructions for use provided by the manufacturer.

Any broader spraying program in native vegetation (e.g. boom-spraying) requires the endorsement of the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit or NVC Secretariat, DENR, and may require the consent of the NVC through a clearance application.

Removal of Entire Native Plants

The removal of entire native plants (if considered essential to facilitate animal and plant control) must be discussed with and endorsed by the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit or NVC Secretariat, DENR.

Site Inspection

Minor clearance of native species known to be common in a district may be resolved through verbal or electronic communication without the need for site assessment by DENR staff.

For larger scale clearance, or for cases where the identity of the native plants is unclear, a site inspection will usually be undertaken in consultation with the NVC Secretariat. Within the District Council of Yorke Peninsula this will occur in consultation with the NRM Board.

Where minor clearance is endorsed by the NVBMU without an inspection, it will be recorded by notation on the appropriate DENR file. This will allow any reports of

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illegal clearance to be managed or dispelled rapidly. Where an inspection is undertaken and endorsement given, the NVBMU will advise the landholder / authorised officer in writing.

If, as a result of the above consultation, the Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit or NVC Secretariat determines that a clearance proposal is of particular environmental significance or sensitivity, the proposal is to be referred as a clearance application to the NVC for decision. This may occur, for example, where a substantial area of native vegetation is involved, or where the clearance involves plant species of conservation significance.

Landscape Scale Planning Approach

Broader planning arrangements may be developed between NRM Boards / Authorised Officers and DENR.

It is envisaged that plans of this type would normally be prepared on a Board basis. However, there may be issues and management approaches of State-wide relevance, in which a State-wide management plan could be prepared, presumably at the initiation of the NRM Board.

General Guidelines

Before conducting any pest plant and animal control activities within road reserve areas, permission must be sought from the Regional Authorised Officer in liaison with the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.

The control of listed pest plants and declared pest animals should be in accordance with advice from the local NRM or State Authorised Officer.

Council supports the removal of much larger woody weeds, which include European Olives (Olea europaea) and Aleppo Pines (Pinus halepensis); however, no such trees should be removed without permission from Council and adjoining landholders, which will include any necessary consultation process.

Avoid damage to native vegetation as required under the Natural Resources Management Act 2004, Section 193(2)(d)(v).

Council will endeavour to ensure that its works practices do not promote or assist the spread of weeds along roadsides. For example, unnecessary soil disturbance on road verges will be minimised. The following code of practice will be observed:

Pest Plants

Work from areas of low weed infestation in towards more densely infested sections.

Always ensure vehicles and machinery are cleaned before moving into areas of little weed infestation or High Conservation Value.

Do not slash when weeds are seeding i.e. cut as early in season as possible to

limit potential seed spread.

Check the site for pest plants before grading, mowing or clearing

Ensure road maintenance material is collected from areas free of pest plants

If material is affected, please contact your supervisor

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3. REFERENCES

Australian Standards (2007). AS 1742.7 Manual for uniform traffic control devices, Part 7: Railway Crossings. Australian Standards, Sydney, Australia.

Austroads publications dealing with Road design:

http://www.onlinepublications.austroads.com.au/script/ICSDocBrowse.asp?Code=99.AR.RD&StdType=Austroads

Country Fire Service, Flinders Mid North Yorke Bushfire Management Committee Interim Bushfire Management Area Plan, South Australia.

Neagle, N. (2008) A biological survey of the Mid North and Yorke Peninsula, South Australia, 2003-2004, Department for Environment and Heritage, South Australia.

Native Vegetation Council (NVC) (1997). Guidelines for Management of Roadside Vegetation. Department of Environment and Heritage, South Australia.

Wigan, A. & Malcolm, I.R. (1989) Draft report to Yorke Peninsula Roadside Vegetation Steering Group on Roadside Vegetation management plan for Yorke Peninsula. (Dept Environment & Planning, SA).

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4. ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS

Abbreviations

BMP Bushfire Management Plan

CEO Chief Executive Officer

CFS Country Fire Service

DENR Department of Environment and Natural Resources

EPBC Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation

LGA Local Government Association

NAMO No loss, Avoid Clearance, Minimise impacts, Offset

NPW National Parks and Wildlife

NRM Natural Resources Management

NVAP Native Vegetation Assessment Panel

NVBMU Native Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Unit

NVC Native Vegetation Council as established by the Native Vegetation Act, 1991.

NVCS Native Vegetation Council Secretariat

RMS Roadside Marker System

RVMP Roadside Vegetation Management Plan

SEB Significant Environmental Benefit

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Definitions

Clearance (from the Native Vegetation Act 1991)

(a) the killing or destruction of native vegetation;

(b) the removal of native vegetation;

(c) the severing of branches, limbs, stems or trunks of native vegetation;

(d) the burning of native vegetation;

(e) any other substantial damage to native vegetation,

and includes the draining or flooding of land, or any other act or activity, that causes the killing or destruction of native vegetation, the severing of branches, limbs, stems or trunks of native vegetation or any other substantial damage to native vegetation.

Clearance Envelope The area required to be clear of vegetation for the safe passage of legal height vehicles across the full width of the traffic lanes

[Secondary clearance envelopes are further areas required to be kept clear of vegetation for adequate visibility of other traffic, signs and other roadside furniture].

Local Council Local Government body constituted under the Local Government Act 1999.

Droving or Movement of Stock

Moving stock, usually cattle or sheep, from one place to another by driving them slowly on foot along roadways or stock routes.

Grazing of Stock Using a particular area for grazing rather than for movement of livestock.

Indigenous (or Native) Vegetation

Local (naturally established) native vegetation species of the type occurring prior to European settlement in this district.

NAMO A set of principles that should be considered in the decision making process in order to minimise or avoid impacts on biodiversity or vegetation. They include: N – Ensure no loss A – Avoid clearance M – Minimise the impacts of clearance O – Offsetting any clearance

Natural Regeneration New growth of indigenous native plants from seed or sucker growth.

Native Vegetation (adapted from the Native Vegetation Act 1991). This definition does not

Any plant or plants of a species indigenous to South Australia, including a plant or plants growing in or under waters of the sea, but does not include:

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represent the full legal wording of this term – see the Native Vegetation Act 1991 for the exact wording.

(a) a plant or part of a plant that is dead unless the plant, or part of the plant, is of a class declared by regulation to be included in this definition, or

(b) plants intentionally sown or planted by a person, except where the planting was undertaken in compliance with a condition imposed by the Native Vegetation Council (or the Native vegetation Authority under the 1985 vegetation clearance legislation), or in accordance with an order of the court under the Native Vegetation Act 1991(or the 1985 clearance legislation)

In this context native vegetation does include dead trees of a species indigenous to South Australia if:

a) the trunk circumference (measured at a point 300mm above the base of the tree) (i) in the case of a tree located on Kangaroo Island – 1 metre or more, or (ii) in any other case – 2 metres or more), and

b) the tree provides or has the potential to provide, or is a part of a group of trees or other plants (whether alive or dead) that provides, or has the potential to provide, a habitat for animals of a listed threatened species under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

Remnant Vegetation Surviving indigenous vegetation

Road

(from Roads (Opening and Closing) Act 1991)

is —

(a) a public road within the meaning of section 4 of the Local Government Act 1999; or

(ab) an alley, laneway, walkway or other similar thoroughfare vested in a council; or

(b) in relation to a part of the State not within a council area—

(i) a road or street delineated and shown on a public map or plan of the State as laid out for public purposes by the Crown; or

(ii) a road or street opened under this Act or any other Act relating to the opening of new roads and streets; or

(iii) a road or street transferred or surrendered to the Minister of Local Government or the Crown by the owner or lessee for use as a public road or street; or

(iv) a road or street declared or dedicated under any other Act to be a public road or street,

and includes part of a road.

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Roadside Is defined as the strip of land between the road formation and the boundary of the road reserve.

Roadway (or Carriageway) That portion of the road devoted particularly to the use of vehicles, inclusive of shoulders and auxiliary lanes.

Road Reserve The total strip of land reserved for transportation purposes, whether constructed or not, and extends property boundary on one side to property boundary on the other side (it may or may not be fenced).

The road reserve includes the roadside.

Roadside Vegetation Is any vegetation growing on a road reserve, and includes vegetation on a roadside (the area adjacent to a formed road), and vegetation growing on an unmade or undeveloped road reserve; this includes native vegetation of conservation value and vegetation dominated by introduced species.

Road Shoulder The portion of formed carriageway that is adjacent to the traffic lane and flush with the surface of the pavement.

Road Verge That portion of the formation not covered by the carriageway or the footpath.

Significant Environmental Benefit

The Native Vegetation Act 1991 includes provisions requiring the clearance of native vegetation to be offset by an environmental gain, referred to by the legislation as a ‘Significant Environmental Benefit' (SEB).

The rationale for an SEB offset recognises that clearance of native vegetation will result in the loss (even temporary) of habitat, biodiversity and/or other environmental values, in a landscape that has already been significantly modified by human settlement.

The SEB provides a mechanism to minimise that loss by managing, restoring or re-establishing areas of native vegetation that result in a better outcome for the environment.

Table Drain The side drain of a road adjacent to the shoulder, having its invert lower than the pavement base and being part of the formation.

Threatened Species Indigenous flora and fauna under threat of extinction (usually categorised to level of threat as: uncommon, rare, vulnerable, endangered or critically endangered)

Traffic Lane A portion of the carriageway allocated for the use of a single line of vehicles.

Travelled Way That portion of a carriageway ordinarily assigned to moving traffic, and exclusive of shoulders and parking

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lanes.

Unused Road Reserve A road that has been gazetted under the Crown Lands Act 1929 where it is not used for public traffic.

Vegetation Any living or dead plant material (trees, shrubs, groundcovers including herbs; grasses; reeds, rushes and other aquatic species.

Weeds A plant species not indigenous to the area and which invades endemic vegetation

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5. APPENDIX

5.1. Appendix 1: Summary of State Legislation Relating to Roadside Management

The following (Commonwealth) Parliament Acts and Government policies are relevant to road maintenance activities for the protection and management of roadside vegetation. Electronic copies of State and Federal legislation can be found at http://www.austlii.edu.au/

Aboriginal Heritage Act, 1988

Agricultural and Veterinary Products (Control of Use) Act, 2002

Controlled Substances Act, 1984

Crown Lands Act, 1929

Dangerous Substances Act, 1979

Environment Protection Act, 1993

Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act, 1999

Fire and Emergency Services Act, 2005

Heritage Places Act, 1993

National Parks and Wildlife Act, 1972

Native Vegetation Act, 1991

Natural Resources Management Act, 2004

5.22. Appenndix 2: Reeference mmap for ro

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oadside classification

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5.3. Appendix 3: SUMMARY of Legal Requirements under the Native Vegetation Act

NOTE: As well as the requirements under Native Vegetation Act 1991, ANY removal of roadside native vegetation needs local council approval

and may require approval under other legislation, eg. Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

If in doubt about any of these requirements, consultation with the relevant authority is recommended.

ACTIVITY CLEARANCE APPROVAL

NOT REQUIRED

(Does not require approval under the

Native Vegetation Act 1991)

REQUIRED

(Under Native Vegetation Regulation or clearance

application to the NVC)

Maintenance

Maintenance of existing clearance with

low impact methods

Increased clearance or high impact methods to be

used

New Roadworks Very minor clearance

All but very minor clearance

Pest Plant and Animal Very. minor clearance

e.g. pruning for access All but very minor clearance

Bushfire Prevention

Maintenance of legally established

existing breaks.

Any other clearance for fire prevention

Unless in accordance with a District Bushfire Management Plan under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005, or through an application to the CFS Regional Prevention Officer

Fencelines

Trees on boundary; branches

over/through fence; bushes within 1m if

they are growing through fence

Any clearance exceeding standards

Access to Adjoining

Land

Maximum 5m wide – normal access.

Maximum 10m wide – machinery.

(Careful site selection to minimise

clearance)

Any clearance exceeding standards

Grazing (Leased Rds) Long-standing grazing practices. Any direct clearance or increased pressure on native

vegetation through changed grazing

Grazing (general) No native vegetation or only trees &

exotic grasses present Where understorey or regenerating veg. present

Removal of Plant

Material

Dead vegetation other than that defined

in the Native Vegetation Regulations

Live timber, flowers or other veg. removed eg. brush-

cutting

Clearance of dead plants of a class declared by

Regulation to be included in the definition of native

vegetation.

Maintaining Diversity

Any measures involving burning, lopping or other

disturbance of native vegetation Any measures

involving burning, lopping or other disturbance of

native vegetation.

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5.4. Appendix 4: Authorisation to collect fallen timber (Wood Permit)

SF017 AUTHORISATION TO COLLECT FALLEN TIMBER

Authorisation No : ....................

Name : ...................................................................................................................................

Address : ...................................................................................................................................

Pursuant to Section 221 of the Local Government Act 1999, the bearer of this Authorisation, whose name

appears above, is licensed to REMOVE ANY TIMBER WITHIN SPECIFIED COUNCIL ROAD RESERVES.

This Authorisation is valid for a period of twelve (12) calender months, from __________________ to

______________________ for which a fee of $20.00 has been paid.

Conditions:

1. This Authorisation does not permit the cutting of live timber or the cutting down and/or removal of any

standing tree (or attached branch) irrespective of whether the tree (or attached branch) is living or

dead. Persons found guilty of cutting down any live timber or standing tree (or part thereof) on a public

reserve, street or road will be liable to a penalty not exceeding $5,000.00 plus the cost of the tree.

2. No collection is allowed on Level One Roads (highlighted in green) as per the attached maps.

These are areas of high significance to the ecology of the Yorke Peninsula.

3. Wood obtained must be for own private use by residents or property owners of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula and is not to be re-sold.

4. No hollow logs are to be cut, removed or tampered with in any way.

5. No cutting and or collection is to occur on Total Fire Ban days.

6. The Fire and Emergency Service Act Regulations must be adhered to when a chain saw is being used to collect wood during the Fire Danger Season.

7. When removing timber from the roadside, care needs to be taken not to damage any surrounding native vegetation.

8. The holder of this Authorisation agrees to indemnify and to keep indemnified the Council, its servants and agents and each of them from and against all actions, costs, claims, damages, charges and expenses whatsoever which may be brought or made or claimed against them or any of them arising out of or in relation to the issuing of the authorisation.

9. N.B. You must have this Authorisation in your possession at all times whilst you are in the process of collecting and/or removing any fallen timber from roadsides or reserves

10. All conditions must be adhered to the ‘satisfaction of Council’.

............................................................ Date: / /

for

Chief Executive Officer

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5.5 Appendix 5: Seed collecting permit

SF041 SEED COLLECTING PERMIT

This is to certify that

of

is hereby permitted to obtain seed from Council’s roadsides and reserves for a twelve month period from

/ / to / / subject to the following conditions:-

1. Prior to collection, permission to collect native plant material must be granted from the Department of

Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the applicant must comply with the Native Plant

Material Collection Policy (application form and policy are available at

http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/Plants_Animals/Permits_licences/Native_plants_in_the_wild/

Collection_of_native_seeds_and_fruits or telephone (08) 8204 1910).

2. This permit must be carried by the collector and produced upon request from a Council officer or

general inspector.

3. Care must be taken not to disturb the understorey, tree hollows, nesting sites or any other part of the

surrounding environment.

4. Seed is NOT to be collected from an isolated tree.

5. Seed is to be collected from healthy trees only that have the same species within 20 metres.

6. Seed is to be collected from five or more seed trees of the same species spread at least 100 metres

apart (ideally collection will occur from as many plants as possible).

7. Only as much seed as is required is to be collected while keeping damage to plants to a minimum.

8. No more than 20% of the fruit is to be removed from any one tree, unless your DENR permit states

otherwise.

9. Precautions are to be taken to prevent spread of weed seeds and pathogens from one area to another

by vehicles and pedestrians.

10. Precautions are to be taken to minimise roadside damage, especially during wet conditions.

ANDREW CAMERON

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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5.6 Appendix 6: Recommended Native Plants for Gardens and Revegetation

DISTRICT COUNCIL OF YORKE PENINSULA

RECOMMENDED NATIVE PLANTS FOR GARDENS & REVEGETATION

(THIS LIST INCLUDES ONLY THOSE SPECIES THAT ARE AVAILABLE FROM RETAIL AND/OR STATE FLORA NURSERIES)

TREES and SHRUBS

Botanical Name Common Name Form NY

P

CY

P

SY

P

Height

(Mtr)

Spread

(Mtr)

Flower

Time

Flower

Colour

NOTES

Acacia argyrophylla Silver Mulga-bush Large shrub f f 1-5 2-6 Wi, Sp Yellow

Acacia brachybotrya Grey Mulga-bush Large shrub f f f 2-4 1.5-4 Wi, Sp Yellow

Acacia hakeoides Hakea Wattle Shrub f f 2.5-4 3-5 Wi, Sp Yellow

Acacia ligulata Umbrella Bush Large shrub f f f 2-4 4-6 Sp Yellow

Acacia longifolia ssp. sophorae Coastal Wattle Large shrub f 2-5 4-8 Wi, Sp Yellow *Important to get correct

subspecies*

*ssp longifolia is invasive*

Acacia notabilis Notable Wattle Shrub f f 1-3 2-3 Wi, Sp Yellow

Acacia nyssophylla Spine Bush Shrub f f 1-3 2-3 Wi, Sp Yellow

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Acacia oswaldii Umbrella Wattle Large shrub f f 3-5 3-5 Su Yellow

Acacia paradoxa Acacia paradoxa Large shrub f 2-4 3-4 Sp Yellow Prickly foliage, Inland heavier

soils

Acacia pycnantha Golden Wattle Shrub f f 3-5 2-4 Wi, Sp Yellow Quick growing but dies young

Acacia rigens Nealie Shrub f f 2-4 2-4 Wi, Sp Yellow

Acacia sclerophylla Hard-leaf Wattle Shrub f f 1-2 2-4 Sp Yellow

Acacia spinescens Spiny Wattle Small shrub f f f 0.5-2 1-2 Wi, Sp Yellow Prickly foliage

Adriana quadripartita Coastal Bitter Bush Shrub f f f 1-2 1-2 Sp, Su Red/Brown

Allocasuarina muelleriana Common Oak-bush Small tree f f 1-3 2-3 Sp, Su Insignificant

Allocasuarina pusilla Dwarf Sheoak Shrub f f 1-2 1-2 Au, Wi,

Sp

Insignificant

Allocasuarina verticillata Drooping Sheoak Med tree f f f 5-8 4-6 Au, Wi Insignificant

Bursaria spinosa Sweet Bursaria Large shrub f f f 2-4 1-3 Su White Can have prickly foliage,

fragrant

Callistemon rugulosus Scarlet Bottlebrush Shrub f f 2-4 2-4 Su Red Prefers heavier inland soils

Callitris canescens Scrubby Cypress Pine Large shrub f f 1.5-4 1.5-4 Insignificant

Callitris gracilis Southern Cypress Pine Small tree f f 5-10 3-6 Insignificant

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Calytrix tetragona Fringe Myrtle Shrub f f f 1 1-1.5 Spring White/Pink Good for coastal garden

Cheiranthera alternifolia Finger Flower Small shrub f f f 0.6 0.3 Sp Blue

Chrysocephalum apiculatum Common Everlasting Small shrub f f f 0.5 0.2 Sp, Su Yellow

Dillwynia hispida Red Parrot Pea Small shrub f f 0.5 0.3-0.5 Sp Orange/Red

Dodonaea hexandra Horned Hop Bush Small shrub f f f 0.5 0.5-1.5 Insignificant

Insignificant flowers but fruits

are colourful

Dodonaea viscosa ssp.

angustissima

Narrow-leaf Hop-bush Shrub f 2-4 2-4 Insignificant

Dodonaea viscosa ssp. spatulata Sticky Hop-bush Shrub f f f 1.5-4 1.5-3 Insignificant

Eremophila glabra Tar Bush Shrub f f f 1 1-2 All year Yellow, Red,

Orange

Eremophila longifolia Weeping Emubush Large shrub f f 2-6 1.5-4 Wi, Sp,

Su

Pink Tends to sucker

Eucayptus brachycalyx Gilja Mallee f f f 4-7 3-10 Sp White

Eucalyptus calycogona Square-fruit Mallee Mallee f f 3-10 3-8 Sp, Su Cream/Pink

Eucalyptus diversifolia SA Coastal White

Mallee

Mallee f 2-10 2-8 Wi, Sp Cream

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Eucalyptus dumosa White Mallee Mallee f 4-8 4-5 Wi, Sp,

Su

Cream

Eucalyptus gracilis Yorrell Mallee f f f 3-9 3-8 Au, Wi,

Sp

White

Eucalyptus incrassata Ridge-fruited Mallee Mallee f f 3-7 3-6 Sp, Su Cream

Eucalyptus leptophylla Narrow-leaf Red Mallee Mallee f f f 2-6 3-8 Au, Wi,

Sp

Cream

Eucalyptus oleosa Red Mallee Mallee f f f 3-12 3-12 Wi, Sp Cream

Eucalyptus phenax White Mallee Mallee f f f 3-7 3-5 Su, Au Cream

Eucalyptus porosa Mallee Box Large Tree f f f 5-14 5-12 Sp Cream

Eucalyptus rugosa Coastal White Mallee Mallee f 4-5 4-5 Su Cream

Eucalyptus socialis Beaked Red Mallee Mallee f f f 4-8 4-8 Sp, Su Cream,

Yellow

Eutaxia microphylla Mallee Bush Pea Small shrub f f f 0.5-1 1-1.5 Sp Yellow,

Brown

Goodenia varia Sticky Goodenia Shrub f f f 0.1-0.6 0.5-1.5 Wi, Sp Yellow Good for coastal garden

Grevillea huegelii Comb Grevillea Shrub f f 0.5-2.5 1.5-3 Sp Red Prickly foliage

Grevillea ilicifolia Holly-leaf Grevillea Shrub f f 0.1-2 1-3 Wi, Sp,

Su

Red Prickly foliage

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Hakea mitchellii Heath Needlebush Shrub f f 1-4 1-3 Wi White Prickly foliage

Lasiopetalum baueri Slender Velvet Bush Shrub f f f 0.5-1.5 1-2 Sp, Su Pink, White

Lasiopetalum behrii Pink Velvet Bush Shrub f f 0.5-1.5 1-2 Wi, Sp Pink, White

Lasiopetalum discolor Coast Velvet Bush Shrub f f 0.5-1.5 0.5-1.5 Wi, Sp Pink, White Good for coastal garden

Lasiopetalum shulzenii Drooping Velvet Bush Large Shrub f 1.5-3 0.5-2 Sp, Su White

Leptospermum coriaceum Dune Tea-tree Large shrub f f f 1-3 2-4 Wi, Sp White

Leucophyta brownii Cushion Bush Shrub f f f 0.3-1 1-1.5 Sp, Su Yellow Good for coastal garden

Maireana sedifolia Bluebush Shrub f 0.6-1.5 0.6-2 Wi, Sp Yellow, Pink Good for coastal garden

Melaleuca acuminata Mallee Honey-myrtle Large shrub f f f 2-4 2 Sp Cream

Melaleuca decussata Cross-leaved Honey

Myrtle

Large shrub f f 2-4 2-4 Sp, Su Purple

Melaleuca halmaturorum Swamp Paper-bark Large shrub f 2-6 2-6 Sp, Su White Normally grows in saline areas

Melaleuca lanceolata Dryland Tea-tree Small tree f f f 3-8 3-5 Sp, Su Cream

Melaleuca uncinata Broombush Large shrub f f f 2-3 1-2 Su Yellow

Myoporum insulare Boobialla Large shrub f f f 3-5 3-5 Sp White Tends to grow close to coast

Myoporum platycarpum False Sandalwood Small tree f f 3-6 2-4 Sp White

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Olearia axillaris Coast Daisy-bush Large shrub f f f 2-3 1.5-3 Sp White Tends to grow close to coast

Olearia floribunda Heath Daisy-bush Shrub f f 0.5-2 1-1.5 Su White

Olearia pannosa Silver-leaved Daisy Shrub f f f 1-2 1-2 Sp White

Olearia passerinoides Daisy Bush Shrub f 1.5-2 1.5-2 Sp White

Olearia pimeleoides Showy Daisy-bush Small shrub f 0.5-1 0.5-1 Wi, Sp White

Olearia ramulosa Twiggy Daisy-bush Shrub f f 1-1.5 1-2 Sp, Su White/Pink

Pelargonium australe Austral Storksbill Small shrub f f f 0.3-0.7 0.5-1.5 Sp, Su,

Au

Pink Good for coastal garden

Pimelea glauca Smooth Rice Flower Small shrub f f f 0.5-1 0.3-1.5 Wi, Sp,

Su

White

Pittosporum angustifolium Native Apricot Small/med

tree

f f f 4-8 3-4 Sp Cream

Prostanthera serpyllifolia ssp

microphylla

Small-leaved Mintbush Small shrub f f f 0.5 0.5 Wi, Sp Red

Santalum acuminatum Quandong Large shrub f f f 3-6 1-3 Su Cream Semi-parasitic – requires host

plant

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Scaevola crassifolia Cushion Fanflower Shrub f f f 1 1 Sp,Su Blue Good for coastal garden

Senna artemisioides spp. Senna Shrub f f f 1-3 1-3 Sp Yellow

Templetonia retusa Cockies Tongue Shrub f 1-2 1.5-2 Au, Wi Red

Tetratheca pilosa Pink-eyed Susan Small shrub f 0.2-0.5 0.2-0.5 Sp, Su Pink

Thomasia petalocalyx Paper Flower Small Shrub f 0.6 0.6 Sp,Su Pink Good for coastal garden

Wahlenbergia stricta Native Bluebells Herb f f 0.3-0.6 0.3 Frequent Blue

GROUNDCOVERS

Atriplex semibaccata Berry Saltbush Groundcover f f f 0.1-0.3 1-3 All year Insignifican

t

Carpobrotus rossii Karkalla or Native

Pigface

Groundcover f f f 0.1 1.5 Wi, Sp,

Su

Purple Good for coastal garden

Dampiera rosmarinifolia Wild Rosemary Groundcover f f f 0.2-0.7 0.5-1 Frequent Pink

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Disphyma crassifolium Round-leaved Pigface Groundcover f f f 0.5 1 Sp Pink Normally grows in saline areas

Good for coastal garden

Einadia nutans Nodding Saltbush Groundcover f f f 0.5 1 Sp Insignifican

t


Frankenia pauciflora Southern Sea Heath Groundcover f f f 0.1 1 Sp Pink Normally grows in saline conditions


Halgania cyanea Mallee Blue Flower Groundcover f f f 0.3-0.8 0.5-1.5 Sp Blue

Kennedia prostrata Running Postman Groundcover f f f 0.1 1.5-3 Wi, Sp Red,

Yellow

Tends to die back after flowering

Myoporum parvifolium Creeping Boobialla Groundcover f f f 0.3 2 Sp, Su White Good for coastal garden

CLIMBERS

Billardiera cymosa Sweet Apple Berry Climber f f f 1-4 Sp Blue

Clematis microphylla Old Man’s Beard Climber f f f 2-4 Wi, Sp White

Hardenbergia violacea Native Lilac Climber f f 1.5-2 2-3 Wi, Sp Purple

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GRASSES, RUSHES, SEDGES & other STRAP-LEAVED PLANTS

Aristida behriana Brush Wiregrass Grass f 0.15-

0.3

0.2-0.3 Warm Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Austrodanthonia caespitosa Common Wallaby

Grass

Grass f f 0.2-0.8 0.1-0.3 Cool Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Austrodanthonia geniculata Kneed Wallaby Grass Grass f f f 0.1-0.5 0.1-0.3 Cool Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Austrostipa elegantissima Elegant Spear-grass Grass f f f 1 1 Cool Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Austrostipa mollis Spear Grass Grass f f 0.5 0.5 Cool Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Austrostipa nitida Balcarra Grass Grass YP

0.7 0.5 Cool Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Austrostipa nodosa Spear Grass Grass YP

1 1 Cool Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Bothriochloa macra Red Leg Grass Grass f f f 0.4-0.8 0.4-0.8 Warm Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Chloris truncata Windmill Grass Grass f f 0.3-0.5 0.2-0.5 Warm Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

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Dianella brevicaulis Short-stem Flax-lily Lily f f f 0.3-0.5 0.5-2 Sp, Su Purple

Dianella revoluta Black-anther Flax-lily Lily f f f 0.3-1 0.5-2 Sp, Su Purple

Enneapogon nigricans Bottle Washers Grass f 0.2-0.5 0.5 Warm Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Isolepis nodosa (now Facinia

nodosa)

Knobby Club Rush Rush/Sedge f f f 0.5-1.5 0.5-2 Frequent Brown

Lomandra densiflora Pointed Mat-rush Lily f f f 0.2-0.6 0.2-0.6 Wi, Sp Green

Lomandra effusa Scented Mat-rush Lily f f f 0.2-0.5 0.2-0.5 Wi, Sp Cream Prickly foliage

Lomandra micrantha Small-flowered Mat-

rush

Lily f f 0.2-0.8 0.2-0.8 Au, Wi,

Sp

White

Lomandra multiflora ssp dura Many-flowered Mat-

rush

Lily f f f 0.2-0.8 0.75 Wi, Sp,

Su

Cream

Poa labillardiera Tussock Grass Grass f f 0.3-1 0.3-0.7 Cool Season Good for coastal garden

Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Poa poiformis Blue Tussock Grass Grass f f f 0.6-1.2 0.5-1.5 Cool Season Good for coastal garden

Trim back after flowering and

seeding

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Themeda triandra Kangaroo Grass Grass f f f 0.4-1.5 0.5 Warm Season Trim back after flowering and

seeding

Triodia irritans Porcupine Grass Grass f f f 0.6 1 Warm Season Very prickly!

THIS LIST HAS BEEN PREPARED WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF THE NORTHERN & YORKE NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT BOARD

THIS LIST INCLUDES ONLY THOSE SPECIES THAT ARE AVAILABLE FROM RETAIL AND/OR STATE FLORA NURSERIES

PLANT GROWTH INFORMATION IS A GUIDE ONLY – GROWTH CHARACTERISTICS WILL ALTER WITH SOIL TYPE, RAINFALL AND OTHER

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

PLEASE CONSULT YOUR NURSERY OR SUPPLIER FOR MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

SURVEY YOUR SURROUNDING BUSHLAND AND ROADSIDES TO FIND OUT WHICH PLANTS GROW LOCALLY AND THEIR GROWTH CHARACTERISTICS