Protecting trees of great significance

LANDHOLDERS are being urged by the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority (GBCMA) and its partners to be vigilant about protecting paddock trees, especially when burning off stubble.

Paddock trees are a significant feature in our agricultural landscapes, not only because of their aesthetic appeal, but also, as a habitat for wildlife.

They contain cultural heritage and deliver a range of ecosystem services, such as shade and shelter for stock and erosion control.

Despite the proven value of paddock trees and legislative measures aimed at protecting them, there remains significant threats to their viability, including stubble burning and illegal removal.

Recommending that every effort must be made to protect paddock trees from the impact of stubble burning, the GBCMA advises establishing a gap in vegetation or fire break with no less than 3m cleared of all flammable material (on the applicants land) and ensuring fires are monitored continuously until they are completely extinguished.

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Friday 17th March, 10am-12pm

Private landholders must remember to strictly adhere to regulations or laws by CFA, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, and their local council.

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With aesthetic appeal, paddock trees are also habitat for wildlife. Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority offer invaluable advice to landholders on how to protect these significant agricultural features ahead of stubble burning.

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Friday 17th March, 6pm – 9pm

Landholders are also reminded that they are soley responsible for the safety and

Saturday 18th March, 4pm - 10pm Converge on the Goulburn liability of their fires and any damages or caused by the fire or escaping embers.

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