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Weeds

Weeds pose a significant threat to Tasmania's natural environment and to our agricultural industries. This section provides comprehensive information on weeds, their identification and best methods of control.

	Weeds Index Index of significant weeds with links to management plans, control guidelines and other information.

	Managing Weeds Includes general advice on the weed control and removal methods.

	Weed Legislation and Management Plans Includes information on the Weed Management Act 1999, State Response Plan, Weed Plan and Tasmanian Beach Weed Strategy.

	Environmental Weeds Weeds that invade bushland and threaten native plants by out-competing them are known as environmental weeds. The result can be the death of these nat...

	Weed Links and Resources Usefuls resources for those interested in weeds and weed control. Includes links to websites and online brochures, and a reading reference list.

	Weed Management Section The Department provides services and information on weeds primarily through its Weed Management Section.

See also:

- View the results of a trial to control the significant horticultural and pasture weed, creeping yellowcress (Rorippa sylvestris) at: www.tlwp.com.au/projects.html

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- Search the Dennis Morris Weeds Database

for illustrations of many weed species

- See also Prohibited Seeds.

- See Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals for spray information etc.

- The Tasmanian Beach Weeds Strategy.

For weed management advice in your area:

North

  David Lane
  Regional Weed Management Officer - North
  165 Westbury Road PROSPECT TAS 7249
  Phone: 03 6336 5429 or 0417 348 912
  Fax: 03 6336 5365
  Email: David.Lane@dpipwe.tas.gov.au

North-West

  Kiowa Fenner
  Regional Weed Management Officer - North West
  Rundle Road DEVONPORT TAS 7310 TAS
  Phone: 03 6421 7654
  Fax: 03 6424 5142
  Email: Kiowa.Fenner@dpipwe.tas.gov.au

South

  Karen Stewart
  Regional Weed Management Officer - South
  134 Macquarie Street HOBART TAS 7000
  Phone: 03 6233 3650
  Fax: 03 6223 8603
  Email: Karen.Stewart@dpipwe.tas.gov.au

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