Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan East... · Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan Document Number ... B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies Final draft for agency ... Annexure

Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan

Document Number

Project: M4 East – Design and Construct

Contract Number: 15.7105.1373

Document Number: M4E-ES-PLN-PWD-00237

Revision Date: 6 December 2017

Document Approval

Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Remarks

A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC

DP&E

Submitted to SMC to satisfy SWTC App. C.1 4(d) requirement

B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies Final draft for agency consultation

0 19/02/2016 CSJ EMM

Endorsement by Project Ecologist

1 21/03/2016 CSJ WCXM4 Co DP&E Revised to address DP&E comments

2 05/05/2016 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Minor updates to address WCXM4 Co comments

3 20/07/2016 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Updates to Annexure E to include additional ancillary facilities

4 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Administrative changes


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Revision Date 6 December 2017

Project M4 East – Design and Construct M4E-ES-PLN-PWD-00237

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Table of Contents

Glossary of terms ............................................................................................................................... 4

1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 6

1.1 Context ............................................................................................................................ 6

1.2 Environmental management system overview ............................................................... 6

1.3 Objectives and targets .................................................................................................... 8

1.4 Training ........................................................................................................................... 9

1.5 Consultation on this plan ................................................................................................. 9

1.6 Project ecologist .............................................................................................................. 9

2 Legal and other requirements ................................................................................................. 11

2.1 Legislation ..................................................................................................................... 11

2.2 Guidelines and relevant documents .............................................................................. 11

2.3 Conditions of Approval .................................................................................................. 12

2.4 Revised environmental management measures ........................................................... 15

2.5 Roads & Maritime Specification D&C G36 .................................................................... 15

3 Environmental aspects and impacts ........................................................................................ 18

3.1 Existing environment ..................................................................................................... 18

3.2 Environmental aspects and impacts ............................................................................. 20

4 Vegetation, fauna and habitat management ........................................................................... 21

4.1 Flora and fauna constraints maps ................................................................................. 21

4.2 Timing of habitat management measures ..................................................................... 21

4.3 Pre-clearance ................................................................................................................ 21

4.3.1 Flagging guidelines ......................................................................................... 21

4.3.2 Pre-clearing surveys ....................................................................................... 22

4.4 Clearing and grubbing ................................................................................................... 22

4.4.1 Tree definition ................................................................................................. 23

4.5 Fauna recovery ............................................................................................................. 23

4.5.1 Pre-clearing inspection ................................................................................... 23

4.5.2 Single-stage clearing ...................................................................................... 23

4.5.3 Two-stage clearing.......................................................................................... 23

4.6 Vegetation management ............................................................................................... 24

4.7 Landscaping and habitat rehabilitation.......................................................................... 25

5 Consolidated environmental safeguards ................................................................................. 27

6 Review and improvement ........................................................................................................ 33

6.1 Monitoring and reporting ............................................................................................... 33

6.2 Non-conformance management, corrective and preventative action ........................... 34

6.3 Complaints .................................................................................................................... 34

6.4 Revision of this plan ...................................................................................................... 34


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TABLES

Table 1 Proposed project targets for the management of flora and fauna ............................. 8

Table 2 Conditions of Approval that address flora and fauna management ......................... 12

Table 3 Revised environmental management measures from M4 East Submissions Report

relevant to flora and fauna ....................................................................................... 15

Table 4 Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 requirements specific to flora and

fauna management .................................................................................................. 16

Table 5 Threatened flora within the biodiversity study area ................................................. 18

Table 6 Threatened fauna within the biodiversity study area ............................................... 19

Table 7 Potential impacts to flora and fauna ......................................................................... 20

Table 8 Summary of habitat management measures ........................................................... 21

Table 9 Vegetation monitoring and maintenance program ................................................... 26

Table 10 Project controls for the management of flora and fauna during construction. ......... 27

Table 11 Monitoring requirements relevant to the management of flora and fauna ............... 33

FIGURES

Figure 1 M4 East CEMP framework ......................................................................................... 7

ANNEXURES

Annexure A Vegetation Clearance Procedure ........................................................................ 35

Annexure B Fauna Spotter and Catcher Procedure ............................................................... 36

Annexure C Unexpected Species Finds Procedure ............................................................... 37

Annexure D Weed Management Procedure ........................................................................... 38

Annexure E Flora and fauna constraints map ........................................................................ 39


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Glossary of terms

Term / acronym Definition

Asset Trustee The Asset Trustee has been engaged by Roads and Maritime Services to deliver the M4 East project that is part of the WestConnex Project that is being delivered by Sydney Motorway Corporation. The Asset Trustee has in turn, engaged the Contractor, CSJ to design and construct

the M4 East project.

CEMP Construction Environmental Management Plan

CoA Condition of Approval

Construction Area A separable portion of work that is identified early in construction planning to help drive early definition of construction methodology and alignment of design activities. Work Areas should be listed in the overall construction methodology. The planning document for a work area is called a Construction Area Plan

Construction Area Plan (CAP)

The main document prepared during the construction planning for that work area. Includes construction methodology, risk assessment, constructability reviews and Work Pack listing

CSJ CPB Contractors Samsung John Holland joint venture; a consortium comprising CPB Contractors, Samsung C&T Corporation and John Holland (Contractor)

CSJ has been engaged by the Project Company (Asset Trustee) to design and construct the M4 East Project

D&C Design and Construct

Deed As appropriate to the defined scope of the WestConnex M4 East D&C Deed

DP&E Department of Planning and Environment

DPI NSW Department of Primary Industries

ECM Environmental Constraints Map – consolidation of environmental and socially sensitive areas, sites or places shown on a series of map-based sheets that extend the length of the site, used to assist with the planning and management of Work Under the deed.

EIS Environmental Impact Statement

EM Environment and Sustainability Manager

EMM Environmental management measures (proposed in the Environmental Impact Assessment)

EMS Environmental management system

Environmental aspect

Element of an organisation’s activities, products or services that can interact with the environment

Environmental impact

Any change to the environment, whether adverse or beneficial, wholly or partially resulting from an organisation’s activities, products or services.

EP&A Act Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

EPA NSW Environment Protection Authority

EPBC Act Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth)

EPL Environment protection licence

ER Environmental Representative

EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement – a component of the environmental management system that addresses environmental management issues relevant to a specific site and/or activity

FFMP Flora and Fauna Management Plan, this plan

FM Act Fisheries Management Act 1994

IC Independent Certifier – APP Corporation Pty Ltd

Infrastructure Approval

Approval under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 for SSI 6307 signed by the Minister for Planning on 11 February 2015.

NOW NSW Office of Water, now called NSW Department of Primary Industries – Water (DPI (Water))

NPW Act National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974

NV Act Native Vegetation Act 2003


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Term / acronym Definition

NW Act Noxious Weeds Act 1993

OEH NSW Office of Environment and Heritage

POEO Act Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997

Project WestConnex M4 East Project

REMM Revised environmental management measure (from the Submissions Report)

Roads and Maritime, RMS

Roads and Maritime Services

Roads and Maritime has engaged the Asset Trustee to deliver the M4 East project.

Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36

Roads and Maritime Services Specification Design & Construct G36 – Environmental Protection

Site Environmental Plan (SEP)

A3 plans that provide a visual display (on a GIS aerial map) of environmental constraints, physical protection measures and other key management measures to minimise impacts from construction activities on the environment and community. Erosion and sediment controls measures will also be displayed on the SEP. The reverse side of the A3 plan identifies key controls specific to the construction area.

SSI State significant infrastructure

SWMP Soil and Water Management Plan

Synergy Synergy is a safety and environmental reporting application and consists of the following modules:

SHE Management – events including: incidents, near hits, report only, hazards, stakeholder contacts, regulatory visits, drug and alcohol positive tests

Metrics – work hours, number of people, environmental data such as materials, water, energy and wastes, etc. Campaigns can be tailored to drive specific lead indicators.

Compliance – general applicability, typically used to track conditions and aid in reporting

Actions – Assign and track actions.

TSC Act Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995

WCX WestConnex

Work Pack (WP) Assembly of documents that contain relevant information for the field delivery team to undertake a specific package of works. Inputs include safety, environment, design, temporary works, project control, approvals/permits and community notices.

Work Procedure A document that provides a detailed step-by-step description for how work activities will be carried out. May document Risks & Controls associated with each step


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1 Introduction

1.1 Context

This Flora and Fauna Management Sub Plan (FFMP) forms part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) developed for the construction of the WestConnex M4 East Project (project). This FFMP describes how the CPB Samsung John Holland Joint Venture (CSJ) will protect and manage flora and fauna during construction of the project.

The M4 East project is a component of the WestConnex scheme, a NSW Government initiative to connect Sydney’s west and south-west with the Sydney Airport and the Port Botany precinct. The Proponent for the project is Roads and Maritime Services (Roads and Maritime) and the Project Company (Asset Trustee) is delivering the project. Asset Trustee has engaged CSJ (the Contractor) to design and construct the project.

The project includes the widening of the existing M4 between Homebush Bay Drive and Underwood Road. Two new three-lane tunnels of approximately 5.5 km will extend from west of Pomeroy Street, Homebush to Alt Street at Haberfield. Interchanges or ramps will be upgraded or installed to allow access to/from the tunnel at the following locations: Homebush Bay Drive, Concord Road, Wattle Street and Parramatta Road at Ashfield/Haberfield. Tunnel ventilation facilities will be installed within the existing M4 road reserve near Underwood Road and Homebush and at the corner of Parramatta Road and Wattle Street at Haberfield. A fresh air supply facility and operational ancillary facilities will be installed at Cintra Park. Associated road works, particularly at Parramatta Road to the M4 at Powells Creek and modification of the intersection of the existing M4 and Parramatta Road will also be undertaken as part of the works. A more detailed project description is included in Section 2.1 of the CEMP.

The project is described and assessed in detail in the M4 East Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) (AECOM GHD, September 2015). Submissions received on the EIS were then considered in the M4 East Submissions Report (AECOM GHD, December 2015).

The project was approved on 11 February 2016 with Minister’s Conditions of Approval (CoA). This FFMP has been prepared to address applicable legislation, the relevant CoA, particularly CoA D57(d), and the revised environmental management measures (REMMs) listed in the M4 East Submissions Report.

1.2 Environmental management system overview

The overall environmental management system (EMS) for the project is described in the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP).

This FFMP is part of the environmental management framework for the project, as described in Section 4 of the CEMP. Figure 1 shows the CEMP framework for the project. Refer to Section 4.1 of the CEMP for an overview of the M4 East project management plan (PMP) framework.

Management measures identified in this plan will be incorporated into the management of environmental impacts through a variety of measures including, but not limited to, site or activity specific environmental work method statements (EWMS), the relevant construction area plan (CAP) or work pack (WP), site environmental plans (SEPs) or training and awareness activities. Where each management measure is best captured is identified in Table 10.


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Figure 1 M4 East CEMP framework


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1.3 Objectives and targets

The primary objective of the FFMP is to ensure that impacts to flora and fauna are minimised and are within the scope permitted by the Infrastructure Approval. The FFMP will address the management of all flora and fauna, including aquatic and riparian habitats, during construction of the project. Key flora and fauna management objectives for the project are:

To ensure impacts to flora, fauna and habitat features only occur within the approved areas of clearing;

To minimise removal of vegetation within the approved areas of clearing;

Consider the welfare of fauna potentially affected during clearing;

To rehabilitate cleared areas in order to reinstate habitat areas and promote connectivity, where possible;

To determine appropriate flora species for rehabilitation;

To manage weeds in the project area;

To encourage the recovery and reuse of existing natural resources (i.e. cleared vegetation, bush rock, topsoil, leaf litter) and to reduce material disposal offsite;

Determine the nature and extent of the replanting required to maintain habitat;

To provide a clear description of pre-clearing methods;

To minimise and mitigate potential impacts on riparian zones during the construction phase;

Avoid impacts on threatened species, populations and ecological communities; and

To describe monitoring and reporting strategies to monitor impacts on flora and fauna and assess the effectiveness of any mitigation measures during construction.

To achieve these objectives, targets have been proposed by CSJ for the management of flora and fauna impacts during the project and are listed in Table 1.

Table 1 Proposed project targets for the management of flora and fauna

Metric / measure Target Timeframe Accountability Documentation/ reporting

Number of native fauna injured as a result of procedures not being adhered to

Zero At all times Construction Project Managers

Fauna Spotter Catcher procedure

Area of land cleared or disturbed outside authorisation (m2)

Zero At all times Construction Project Managers

Monitoring records

Site Environmental Plans

Environmental Representative Stop Work Recommendations

Zero At all times Construction Project Manager

ER reports


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1.4 Training

All personnel, including employees, contractors and sub-contractors, are required to complete a project induction containing relevant environmental information before they are authorised to work on the project. Flora and fauna specific information to be covered in the project induction will include:

Obligations under the project Conditions of Approval (including FFMP) including vegetation clearing practices to minimise impacts on species, including threatened species, at the site;

Responsibilities pertaining to the protection of flora and fauna under the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1997, the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth) and the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974;

Responsibilities under the other relevant legislation outlined in Section 2.1 of this plan;

Procedures and project limitations for vegetation clearance and habitat removal;

Response procedures in the event of an unexpected threatened species find; and

Incident response procedures.

Project training is identified, implemented and recorded in accordance with Section 5 of the CEMP.

CSJ will provide information (e.g. project inductions, toolbox talks on appropriate environmental risks or management measures) so that project personnel can competently perform their duties and meet environmental obligations. Toolbox / pre-start talks are to include limits of clearing, clearing procedures, weed identification and control measures and fauna handling protocols where relevant.

Records of all training activities, including inductions, will be maintained. Records will include the name and role of the attendee, the name of the course and, where applicable, reference to the document controlled version of the material presented, and a copy of the assessment completed.

1.5 Consultation on this plan

This final draft FFMP was provided to the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) and has been endorsed by a qualified and experienced ecologist as required by Condition of Approval D57(d). Additionally, the plan was provided to Department of Primary Industries – Water (DPI Water) and the following councils: Ashfield (now Inner West Council), Auburn (now Cumberland Council), Burwood, Canada Bay and Strathfield. Consultation requirements are described in Table 3 of the CEMP.

Initial concerns from OEH regarding the assessment methodology for Wallangarra White Gum, a planting and non-indigenous species in Reg Coady Reserve have been closed, as the assessment undertaken for the M4 East EIS was in accordance with the requirements of the Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements. Comments received from DPI Water focussed primarily on riparian land and have been addressed where appropriate. A separate document ‘Consultation for the M4 East CEMP and sub-plans’ has been prepared to document the consultation process and was provided to the Department of Planning and Environment as evidence of consultation on the environmental management plans.

1.6 Project ecologist

EMM Consulting (EMM) has been engaged to provide ecological services for the M4 East project. EMM is a planning and environmental consultancy with a focus on a number of technical specialties included ecology. The EMM ecology team consists of qualified and experienced ecologists and specialises in the assessment, management and monitoring of terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna. EMM has provided support to the WestConnex M4 Widening project, located to the immediate west of the M4 East project.

Katie Whiting is the WestConnex M4 East Ecologist with over 10 years experience in pre-clearance surveys, fauna handing and relocation, ecological and environmental assessment. She has a broad range of experience in infrastructure projects within Sydney’s urban environment and provides practical on-site biodiversity management assistance to construction teams.


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Katie’s expertise includes the survey of microchiropteran bats, notably the identification and analysis of ultrasonic bat call signatures. Katie is an OEH accredited BioBanking Assessor and is well-respected for her peer review services and expert witness services.

Dilys Zhang will assist Katie with project requirements. Dilys is an experienced ecologist and fauna handler. She has substantial on the ground experience in on-site investigations and pre-clearing works within Sydney’s urban environment.

Katie and Dilys will support the project team with technical advice and will support the following activities as required: inspections, pre-clearing surveys, clearing and grubbing plans, monitoring vegetation clearing, and relocation of fauna.


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2 Legal and other requirements

2.1 Legislation

Legislation relevant to flora and fauna management for this project includes:

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act);

National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 (NPW Act);

Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 (TSC Act);

Fisheries Management Act 1994 (FM Act);

Noxious Weeds Act 1993 (NW Act);

Native Vegetation Act 2003 (NV Act);

Pesticides Act 1999;

Animal Research Act 1985; and

Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth) (EPBC Act).

Relevant provisions of the above legislation are explained in the register of legal and other requirements included in Annexure B – Environmental Obligations Register of the CEMP.

2.2 Guidelines and relevant documents

The key guidelines, specifications and policy documents relevant to this FFMP include:

Roads and Maritime Services Specification Design & Construct G36 – Environmental Protection (Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36);

Roads and Maritime QA Specification G40 – Clearing and Grubbing;

Roads and Maritime QA Specification G38 – Soil and Water Management;

Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines: Protecting and Managing Biodiversity on RMS Projects (September 2011);

Roads and Maritime Environmental Guidelines – Integrated Vegetation Management Guide (EP-03.1);

Roads and Maritime Environmental Guidelines – Using Herbicides to Control Weeds (EP-03);

Roads and Maritime Environmental Fact Sheets:

– 19 – Vegetation Management (RFS-EFS-19);

– 14 – Construction Near Trees (EFS-14);

– 20 – Environmental Incident Management (EFS-20);

– 03 – Spill Management and Response (EFS-03);

Roads and Maritime Erosion and Sediment Management Procedure (PN 143P);

Australian Standard AS 4373 Pruning of Amenity Trees;

Australian Standard 4970 – 2009 Protection of Trees;

NSW Department of Primary Industries, Why Do Fish Need to Cross the Road? Fish Passage Requirements for Waterway Crossings, Fairfull and Witheridge, 2003; and

Fishnote – Policy and Guidelines for Fish Friendly Waterway Crossings – November 2003.


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2.3 Conditions of Approval

Conditions of Approval (CoA) have been issued by the Department of Planning and Environment (DP&E) for the M4 East project. CoA that relate to flora and fauna management are provided in Table 2.

A cross reference is included to indicate where each condition is addressed in this FFMP or other project management documents.

Table 2 Conditions of Approval that address flora and fauna management

No. Condition of Approval Reference

A15 The Proponent must notify the EPA in relation to any pollution incident in carrying out the SSI as required by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. The Proponent must provide the Secretary with a record of any such notification.

Incident management, including notification of the EPA is summarised in Section 7 of the CEMP

A16 The Proponent must notify the Secretary (using the contact name and phone number notified by the Department from time to time) of any incident (other than those relating to the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997) with actual, or potential, significant off-site impacts on people or the biophysical environment immediately of becoming aware of the incident on weekdays, or the following business day on weekends, public holidays and site shutdown. The Proponent must provide full written details of the incident to the Secretary within seven days of the date on which the incident occurred.

Incident management, including notification of the Secretary, is summarised in Section 7 of the CEMP

A17 The Proponent must meet the requirements of the Secretary or relevant public authority (as determined by the Secretary) to address the cause or impact of any incident, as it relates to this approval.

As part of any incident investigations, CSJ will meet the requirements of the Secretary or relevant public authority to address the cause or impact of any incident. This is addressed in Section 7 of the CEMP.

B11. All activities taking place in, on or under waterfront land, as defined in the Water Management Act 2000 should be conducted generally in accordance with the Guidelines for Controlled Activities on Waterfront Land (DPI, 2012).

Section 5 FF7, FF8, FF30

Also refer to the Soil and Water Management Plan

B12. Watercourse crossings, including temporary work platforms, waterway crossings and/or coffer dams, and where feasible and reasonable, must be consistent with the NSW Guidelines for Controlled Activities Watercourse Crossings (DPI, 2012), Why do Fish Need to Cross the Road? Fish Passage Requirements for Waterway Crossings (Fairfull and Witheridge 2003), Policy and Guidelines for Fish Friendly Waterway Crossings (NSW Fisheries, February 2004) and Policy and Guidelines for Fish Habitat Conservation and Management (DPI Fisheries, 2013). Where multiple cell culverts are proposed for crossings of fish habitat streams, at least one cell must be provided for fish passage, with an invert or bed level that mimics watercourse flows.

Section 5 FF7

Also refer to the Soil and Water Management Plan


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B47. The SSI must be designed to retain as many trees as possible. Where trees are to be removed, the Proponent must provide a net increase in the number of replacement trees. Replacement trees must be planted within, and on public land up to 500 metres from, the SSI boundary. Replacement tree plantings can be undertaken beyond 500 metres on public land within the local government areas to which the SSI approval applies if no more plantings are practicable within and up to 500 metres from the SSI boundary. The location of the trees must be determined in consultation with the relevant authority(s).

Section 4.3.2, 4.4.1, 4.7

Section 5 FF11, FF32

B47A Replacement trees are to have a minimum pot size of 75 litres except where the plantings are consistent with the pot sizes specified in a relevant authority’s plans / programs/ strategies for vegetation management, street planting, or open space landscaping, or as agreed by the relevant authority.

Section 4.7


B47B The Proponent must submit to the Secretary a report which details the type, size, number and location of replacement trees. The report must demonstrate how any replacement plantings with a pot size less than 75 litres are consistent with the requirements of condition B47A. The report must be submitted to the Secretary prior to operation unless otherwise agreed by the Secretary.

Section 4.7

Section 5 FF32

D47 The clearing of native vegetation must be minimised with the objective of reducing impacts to any threatened species, populations and ecological communities to the greatest extent practicable. Impacted vegetation must be rehabilitated with endemic species (in the first instance) and locally native species to the greatest extent practicable.

Section 5 FF9, FF30

D48 Prior to construction, pre clearing surveys and inspections for endangered and threatened species, populations and ecological communities must be undertaken to confirm the on-site location of those entities. The surveys and inspections, and any subsequent relocation of species, and associated management/offset measures, must be undertaken under the guidance of a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist. Methodologies must be incorporated into the Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan required under condition D57(d). The agreement of OEH or DPI, whichever is the relevant agency, is required for any proposed amendments to the location or reclassification of threatened species, populations and ecological communities.


Section 4

Annexure A

Annexure B

Annexure E

D56 Prior to the commencement of construction, or as otherwise agreed by the Secretary, the Proponent must prepare and implement a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) for the SSI. The CEMP is to be prepared in consultation with the EPA, OEH, and the relevant council. The CEMP must outline the environmental management practices and procedures that are to be followed during construction. The CEMP is to be prepared in accordance with the Guideline for the Preparation of Environmental Management Plans (Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Natural Resources, 2004). The CEMP must include, but not be limited to:

CSJ’s CEMP has been prepared in consultation with the relevant stakeholders in accordance with the DIPNR Guideline.

(e) details of how environmental performance would be managed and monitored to meet acceptable outcomes, including what actions will be taken to address identified potential adverse environmental impacts (including any impacts arising from the staging of the construction of the SSI). In particular, the following environmental performance issues must be addressed in the CEMP -

This FFMP in part satisfies this condition to manage and monitor potential impacts to flora and fauna.

(iii) measures to monitor and manage waste generated during construction including but not limited to general procedures for waste classification, handling, reuse, and disposal, use of secondary waste material in construction wherever feasible and reasonable, procedures or dealing with green waste including timber and mulch from clearing activities. and measures for reducing demand on water resources (including potential for reuse of treated water from sediment control basins);

Procedures for dealing with green waste including timber and mulch from clearing activities are addressed in Section 4.6.



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D57 d. A Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan to detail how construction impacts on ecology will be minimised and managed. The Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan must be endorsed by a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist and be prepared in consultation with the OEH, and must include, but not be limited to:

This FFMP has been prepared in consultation with OEH (Section 1.5) and has been endorsed by a qualified and experienced ecologist, refer to cover page for endorsement by project ecologist. Details of the suitably qualified and experienced ecologist are presented in Section 1.6.

i. detailed maps showing the location of impacted and adjoining flora and fauna habitat areas;

Annexure E

Section 5 FF2

ii. detailed maps showing where pre-clearing surveys will be undertaken to confirm the location of threatened species, populations and ecological communities;

Annexure E: pre-clearing surveys will be undertaken in vegetated areas within and adjoining (where accessible) the construction footprint

iii. the identification of areas to be impacted and details of management measures to avoid residual habitat damage or loss and to minimise or eliminate time lags between the removal and subsequent replacement of habitat such as:

A. clearing minimisation procedures (including fencing),

B. clearing procedures,

C. removal and relocation of fauna during clearing (including microbat management plan),

D. habitat tree management, and

E. construction worker education;

iii. Environmental Constraints Maps (CEMP: Annexure A4)

A, B. Section 4, Annexure A, Annexure C

C. Section 4.5, Section 5 FF26, Annexure B, Annexure C

D. Section 4.3, Annexure A

E. Section 1.4

iv. rehabilitation details, including identification of flora species and sources, and measures for the management and maintenance of rehabilitated areas;

Urban Design and Landscape Plan

Section 4.7


v. a Weed Management Strategy, incorporating weed management measures focusing on early identification of invasive weeds and effective management controls;

Section 5 FF33

Annexure D

vi. a description of how the effectiveness of these management measures would be monitored;

Section 6.1

vii. a procedure for dealing with unexpected threatened species, populations and ecological communities identified during construction, including cessation of work and notification of the OEH, determination of appropriate mitigation measures in consultation with the OEH (including relevant re-location measures) and updating of ecological monitoring and/ or biodiversity offset requirements; and

Annexure C


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viii. mechanisms for the monitoring, review and amendment of the Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan.

Section 6.2

2.4 Revised environmental management measures

The revised environmental management measures (REMMs) included in the M4 East Submissions Report relating to the management of flora and fauna are included in Table 3.

Table 3 Revised environmental management measures from M4 East Submissions Report relevant to flora and fauna

No. Revised environmental management measure Reference

B1 A Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan will be developed for the construction phase of the project to confirm potential impacts and provide details of biodiversity management measures and procedures to be undertaken during construction to minimise and manage impacts on biodiversity.

This plan

B2 The project footprint will be clearly delineated to minimise impacts on adjacent vegetation. Section 5 FF13

B3 Investigate opportunities to retain perimeter plantings where feasible at construction ancillary facilities at Cintra Park and Powells Creek.

Section 5 FF9

B4 A pre-clearing survey will be carried out to identify any habitat trees or other features that require the presence of an appropriately qualified fauna handler during clearing.

Section 5 FF10

B5 An appropriately qualified fauna handler will be present during removal of habitat trees identified during pre-clearing surveys to guide clearing activities and undertake rescue and relocation of fauna.

Section 5 FF25

B6 Pre-construction surveys will be undertaken prior to commencing works in the vicinity of potential sites for hibernating or roosting bats. A bat management plan will be prepared if hibernating bats are identified.

Section 5 FF26

B7 Landscaping should incorporate planting of Grey-headed Flying-fox feed trees where feasible. Section 5 FF31

B8 Weed and pathogen management and control will be undertaken in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011).

Section 5 FF33

B9 The water quality basin at Saleyards Creek will be designed to minimise impacts on the creek corridor and the setback area along this boundary should be appropriately landscaped.

Section 5 FF6

B10 At the completion of construction, complementary landscaping using locally endemic species will be undertaken in areas of construction ancillary facilities abutting creeks, canals and open space areas, where feasible.

Section 5 FF30

Urban Design and Landscape Plan

2.5 Roads & Maritime Specification D&C G36

Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 identifies environmental safeguards and management measures for the project that must be satisfied. Requirements specific to the management of flora and fauna are identified in Table 4.


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Table 4 Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 requirements specific to flora and fauna management

G36 no. Specification details Reference

4.8 Prepare and implement a Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan as part of the CEMP, or include mitigation strategies within the CEMP, to provide effective environmental controls to protect all native flora, fauna, and fish from the impact of your construction activities.

This plan

The Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan or mitigation strategies must include, as a minimum, the following:

Provisions for compliance with statutory requirements applicable to flora, fauna and fish management, in National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 (NSW), Native Vegetation Act 2003 (NSW), Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW), Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 (NSW), Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) and Fisheries Management Act 1994 (NSW);

This plan

Fauna and flora management strategies for pre-construction, construction and post-construction activities including environmental control measures for pre-clearing process;

Sections 4 & 5

Annexures

Fauna rescue and release procedure. Handling of injured fauna must be carried out by licensed fauna handler such as fauna ecologist or wildlife carer. If native fauna are captured during vegetation clearing, they must be released into a suitable nearby location that has been identified as such by an ecologist. Keep records of fauna captured and relocated. Report any injury or death of threatened species to the RMS Representative. The fauna rescue and release procedure must include management measures for aquatic fauna and fish;

Annexure B

Procedure for controlling the introduction and spreading of weeds and pathogens caused by the Work Under the deed, including hygiene protocols and the arrangements for monitoring;

Annexure D

Proposed strategies for re-use of coarse woody debris and bushrock; Annexure A

Procedure for dealing with unexpected threatened species finds that may be discovered by you when undertaking Physical Work on Site. The procedure must include, as a minimum, the following:

stop work arrangements in the immediate area of the threatened species;

notification and communication protocol;

consultation with the specialists to assess the significance of the find; and

a list of approvals, licences or permits that may need to be obtained before the works can recommence.

Annexure C

Prepare and include an EWMS, for clearing and grubbing that meets the requirements of Specification RMS D&C G40 and RMS publication “RMS Biodiversity Guidelines: Protecting and Managing Biodiversity on RMS Projects”, in the Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan or CEMP.

Annexure A provides a Clearing and Grubbing Plan proforma

An EWMS will be developed to guide development of Clearing and Grubbing Plans for the project

Refer to the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines when preparing the Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan.

Section 2.2

Section 4

Section 5


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G36 no. Specification details Reference

Preserve existing trees, plants, and other vegetation that are to remain within or adjacent to the Site and use every precaution necessary to prevent damage or injury thereto. Identify and protect areas of vegetation to be retained showing them as exclusion zones in accordance with the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines.

Section 4

Section 5

Annexure A


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3 Environmental aspects and impacts

3.1 Existing environment

The M4 East EIS assessed potential impacts on biodiversity (Section 20 and Appendix T of the EIS) resulting from activities during the construction and operational phase of the M4 East project. For a detailed identification of existing environment, refer to the M4 East EIS. Desktop and field surveys were undertaken as part of the EIS assessment.

Vegetation within and adjacent to the construction footprint comprises planted landscaped / screening vegetation, grassland with scattered trees and private gardens. The EIS determined that no native vegetation communities and consequently no threatened ecological communities occur within the project footprint. Coastal Saltmarsh occurs downstream of the construction footprint at Mason Park wetland, which is listed as a threatened ecological community under the TSC Act and the EPBC Act (refer to Annexure E).

Additionally, the EIS concluded that the Wallangarra White Gum (Eucalyptus scoparia) occurs within the construction footprint and another tree species, the Magenta Lilly Pilly (Syzygium paniculatum) has the potential to occur within the construction foot print. Both are likely to be landscaped/planted specimens that occur well outside their natural range. Two threatened flora species (refer Table 5) have been recorded downstream of the construction footprint in the Mason Park wetland (Narrow-leafed Wilsonia (Wilsonia backhousei) and Zannichellia palustris). No threatened flora species that occur within their natural range have been recorded within or surrounding the construction footprint.

Table 5 Threatened flora within the biodiversity study area

Species Potential for impact Likely

significant

impact

Wilsonia backhousei

TSC Act – Vulnerable

Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water

quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not

mitigated.

No

Zannichellia palustris

TSC Act

Endangered



mitigated.

No

Further, the EIS determined that one threatened fauna species, the Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) was recorded in the project area, listed under both the TSC Act and EPBC Act. This species would forage in planted trees in the project area. In addition, two threatened microbat species may occur in the area (Eastern Bent-wing Bat (Miniopterus schreibersii oceanensis) and Large-footed Myotis (Myotis macropus)). These species are known to roost under bridges and in culverts and may temporarily use these structures within the construction footprint. The Eastern Bent-wing Bat may also forage in trees in the project area. A number of threatened wetland bird species have been recorded or are likely to occur downstream of the site in the Mason Park wetland. A number of migratory species are also known to occur in this wetland. Refer to Table 6 for the threatened fauna within the biodiversity study area (note this is wider than the approved construction footprint).

Profiles are provided for threatened species that may be encountered during construction in the Unexpected Species Finds Procedure (Annexure C).


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Table 6 Threatened fauna within the biodiversity study area

Species Potential for impact Likely

significant

impact

Grey-headed Flying-fox

(Pteropus poliocephalus)

TSC Act and EPBC Act

Vulnerable

Low. Project would remove a small area of planted trees

that may be used for foraging when flowering or fruiting.

No

Eastern Bentwing-bat

(Miniopterus schreibersii

oceanensis)

TSC Act Vulnerable

Low. Project would remove a small area of planted

vegetation that may be used for foraging habitat on

occasion. The project may temporarily disturb potential

artificial roosting sites. No evidence of roosting bats was

observed during the survey.

No

Large-footed Myotis

(Myotis macropus)

TSC Act Vulnerable

Low. The project may temporarily disturb potential

artificial roosting sites. No evidence of roosting bats was

observed during the survey.

No

Black-tailed Godwit

(Limosa limosa)

TSC Act – Vulnerable

EPBC Act – Migratory



mitigated.

No

Curlew Sandpiper (Callidris

ferruginea)

TSC Act – Endangered

EPBC Act – Critically

endangered and migratory



mitigated.

No

Little Tern

(Sterna albifrons)

TSC Act – Endangered

EPBC Act – Migratory



mitigated.

No

White-fronted Chat

(Epthianura albifrons)

TSC Act – Vulnerable and

endangered population



mitigated.

No

All watercourses within the project footprint consist of concrete lined channels; therefore the project will not result in any impacts on natural watercourses. The EIS identified that the project will not result in modifications to any watercourses. Further, the project will not affect fish passage or large woody debris, which may provide fish habitat. In general, riparian corridors consist of limited planted vegetation above the concrete sides of the canals that does not contribute to the health or water quality of the creeks.


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3.2 Environmental aspects and impacts

CSJ construction activities that have the potential to impact on flora and fauna as identified in the M4 East EIS are listed in Table 7 below. The major risks as identified in the EIS associated with these activities are also listed.

Table 7 Potential impacts to flora and fauna

Environmental aspect Potential environmental impacts (risk)

Site establishment and demolition

Vegetation clearance

Removal of and/or disturbance to bridges and culverts

Loss or damage to planted vegetation including clearing outside of approved areas

Inadequate erosion and sediment control leading to increased sedimentation in waterways

Spread of weeds including noxious weeds

Loss of planted vegetation adjacent to canals leading to increased risk of erosion and sedimentation of waterways

Injury or mortality of native fauna species

Removal of and/or disturbance to fauna habitat, including:

– foraging habitat (trees) for threatened fauna (Grey-headed Flying-fox and Eastern Bent-wing Bat)

– temporary roosting (bridges and culverts) and foraging (waterways) habitat for Eastern Bent-wing Bat and Large-footed Myotis

Impacts on unexpected threatened species

Earthworks and excavation

Surface water runoff in areas subject to ground disturbance activities

Generation of dust during earthworks and/or as a result of wind and vehicle/plant movements on exposed soils

Sediments transported off-site impacting on water quality of downstream waterways/wetland habitats

Dust/sediment deposition on adjacent vegetation or into waterways leading to loss of plant viability and/or weed infestation

Ancillary facility/construction compound operations

Generation of construction water

Use and storage of fuels and chemicals

Use of plant, equipment and construction lighting

Transport of soils, water and other materials on and off-site and between sites

Unauthorised vehicle and plant movements in adjoining vegetation outside the approved clearing areas

Inappropriate construction of temporary and permanent waterways crossings

Contamination of soils and water from uncontrolled releases of chemicals, fuels or construction water leading to impacts on flora, fauna and associated habitats

Erosion and sedimentation impacts on soils and water due to ground disturbance and water discharges

Light and noise disturbance to nearby species/habitats, including nocturnal species

Facilitation of spread of pathogens and weeds

Inappropriate waste disposal encouraging feral animals and pests to frequent the project area and adjacent areas

Tunnel excavation

Discharge of tunnel construction water

Contamination of soils and water and resulting impacts on flora, fauna and associated habitats


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4 Vegetation, fauna and habitat management

4.1 Flora and fauna constraints maps

The flora and fauna constraints maps found in Annexure E were prepared to identify the biodiversity constraints within and surrounding the project footprint, considering the likely aspects and impacts identified in Section 3. These are used to help inform the Site Environmental Plans (SEPs), which provide a visual representation of the environmental constraints of specific worksites and the associated measures and controls to minimise the potential impact of those constraints. SEPs and other associated EMS documents and tools are described further in the CEMP, Section 4.

4.2 Timing of habitat management measures

The timing of implementation of habitat management measures are divided into pre-clearance, clearance and post-clearance phases. Table 8 summarises the habitat management strategies proposed in this FFMP to mitigate impacts on flora and fauna during each phase.

Table 8 Summary of habitat management measures

Pre-clearance Clearance Post-clearance

Establish flagging guidelines

Definition of the clearing areas and areas to avoid

Establish weed management procedures

Determine the location of potential natural resources to be repurposed

Pre-clearing surveys

Definition of the impact areas and areas to avoid

Habitat protection measures

Nest Box Management Plan (if required)

Bat Management Plan (if required)

Clearing and Grubbing

Relocation of repurposed natural resources

Weed management

Vegetation management

Landscaping and habitat rehabilitation

Fauna recovery procedures

Monitoring and reporting

Monitoring and reporting

Weed Management

4.3 Pre-clearance

A vegetation clearance procedure is outlined in Annexure A to ensure that all vegetation clearing and grubbing required for the project is conducted in accordance with Project approvals, is minimised within the approved areas and minimises impacts on biodiversity and the surrounding environment.

4.3.1 Flagging guidelines

To minimise confusion over growing amounts of flagging tape generated by different surveys and the marking of environmental sensitive areas, certain colours will be used for specific purposes. The following colour coding system would be used for this project:

Flagging tape and signage – indicates areas or trees to be protected;

Green = individual trees to be retained and sensitive areas close to and/or adjoining the construction zone;

Red = habitat trees to be cleared; and

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4.3.2 Pre-clearing surveys

Pre-clearing surveys will be undertaken prior to commencement of any clearing activities to determine the presence and location of habitat features in vegetation to be removed for the project and any bridges and culverts to be disturbed by the project. The surveys will be undertaken by a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist and in accordance with the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011).

These surveys will inform the preparation of Clearing and Grubbing Plans and habitat management during clearing operations. If hibernating bats and/or hollow bearing trees are identified during the pre-clearing surveys, a Nest Box Management Plan and/or a Bat Management Plan must be prepared by a qualified ecologist prior to impacting these areas. These plans will be prepared in consultation with the Office of Environment and Heritage, if their preparation is required.

A qualified ecologist will conduct pre-clearing surveys to identify:

Fauna species likely to be encountered during construction and potential impacts to fauna during vegetation clearing;

Potential fauna habitat in the project area;

An estimate for the number of trees (with reference to the tree definition in Section 4.4.1) to be removed from each area to inform tree replacement/rehabilitation works at the completion of construction (this estimate will also be confirmed during the clearing phase);

A list of tree species required to be planted, where feasible, in each area to compensate for the loss of foraging habitat for Grey-headed Flying-fox;

Significant weed infestations;

Areas of high risk for roadkill incidents; and

Preferred locations to relocate fauna habitat or the repurpose of cleared vegetation.

Pre-clearing surveys will take place 1-2 weeks prior to the commencement of clearing. The ecologist will mark all potential fauna habitat in the project area (e.g. trees, large woody debris and nests) using the flagging guidelines outlined in Section 4.3.1. A report will be compiled to detail survey findings and any additional fauna management measures following the completion of the pre-clearing surveys. This report will determine the need for preparation of a Nest Box and/or Bat Management Plan.

4.4 Clearing and grubbing

Clearing is defined as the removal of all vegetation (both living and dead). Prior to any land disturbance during construction, a Land Disturbance Permit is required when an area is identified to require vegetation clearing and must be obtained by the Site Supervisor. Where required by Permit conditions, and where any vegetation clearance is proposed, a Clearing and Grubbing Plan must be prepared in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Specification G40 Clearing and Grubbing and the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). The Clearing and Grubbing Plan is required to identify weeds, a procedure for weed removal, the location of habitat trees or threatened flora and a procedure for staged habitat removal. The Clearing and Grubbing Plan is to include where relevant:

Methods used to identify and mark areas of weeds to be removed and methods for their removal;

Procedure(s) for the disposal and control of weeds and exotics;

Procedure(s) for protecting threatened flora species and trees marked for preservation;

Methods used for identifying, marking and removing or pruning unsound trees likely to fall upon the roadway or onto private property; and

Procedure for identifying and removing any trees, stumps and logs within the area to be cleared and the final location for any such relocated items.


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Where required to inform the Clearing and Grubbing Plan, an ecologist and/or arborist report should be obtained, where required, to identify:

The location of weeds in the area to be cleared;

The location of any threatened flora or habitat trees to be retained;

The location of any trees outside the limits of clearing likely to fall onto infrastructure or private property;

The location of nearby habitat suitable for the release of fauna that may be encountered during the pre-clearing process; and

Procedures for the staged habitat removal process if required.

4.4.1 Tree definition

To ensure a net increase in the number of trees impacted by the project, trees to be removed will be documented during pre-clearing surveys as discussed in Section 4.3.2. A tree is defined for the project in accordance with the Conditions of Approval and Australian Standard AS4970-2009 as a long lived woody perennial plant greater than (or usually greater than) 3 m in height with one or relatively few main stems or trunks.

The number of trees to be removed will be documented in accordance with the definition above for each area to be cleared. The final number of trees removed will be confirmed with the Post-clearance checklist (Annexure A).

4.5 Fauna recovery

4.5.1 Pre-clearing inspection

Immediately prior to any vegetation clearing and/or works requiring disturbance to bridges and culverts (no more than 2 hours prior), an inspection will be undertaken by an ecologist to identify any fauna that may be encountered during clearing operations. The inspection will consist of:

Checks in culverts that are to be relocated for the presence of microbats where it is safe to do so; and

Checks in trees for any new nests constructed since the pre-clearing surveys; and

Checks in hollow logs for the presence of any sheltering fauna.

4.5.2 Single-stage clearing

Where no areas of habitat have been identified to be cleared in the Clearing and Grubbing Plan, clearing can be undertaken in a single-stage process, and includes the under-scrubbing of non-habitat trees, shrubs and other vegetation using a combination of forestry harvester and excavator.

Vegetation cleared during single-stage clearance shall not be stockpiled on-site as it may provide temporary habitat for displaced fauna.

4.5.3 Two-stage clearing

Where clearing is to be conducted in an area containing potential fauna habitat (e.g. nests, hollow bearing trees and large woody debris), a two-stage clearing process must be implemented as specified below:

Stage one clearing undertaken to clear non-habitat trees as described in Section 4.5.2;

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The ecologist will complete an inspection no more than two hours prior to the commencement of Stage two clearing (Section 4.5.1);

Any relocation of roosting bats will be undertaken in accordance with the Bat Management Plan (if the preparation of the plan is required);

Habitat trees shall be carefully felled under the supervision of the Project Ecologist or Fauna Spotter/Catcher:

– Hollow-bearing trees or trees with nests will be mechanically shaken or agitated prior to felling to encourage any remaining animals to either leave the tree or show themselves and subsequently be removed prior to felling; and

– Felling will involve gently pushing the tree and lowering or felling using a forestry harvester or an arborist (and not with the use of an excavator mounted closed chipper) to avoid sudden falling as this is likely to injure wildlife.

Subsequent to felling, habitat trees will be systematically checked from the ground for any remaining fauna;

Felled habitat trees will be left overnight (in an adjacent habitat area if required) to allow any undetected fauna further opportunity to escape;

Hollow bearing limbs, woody debris and bush rocks marked for relocation should be moved to fauna translocation sites or other recipient sites as identified in the Clearing and Grubbing Plan;

Remove all remaining materials cleared, primed and grubbed for recycling or disposal;

If any habitat tree is found or suspected (based on fresh tree markings or scats) to contain any threatened species, the tree should be left in place for a minimum of two days and, if possible, be re-inspected no more than two hours prior to felling; and

In the event that arboreal animals do not move or they cannot be captured because the tree hollow is too large, high or its recovery would breach OH&S requirements then the tree will be felled (in the direction of other tree debris if possible) and animals recovered post-felling in accordance with the Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure (Annexure B).

4.6 Vegetation management

Vegetation clearing will be minimised where possible. Where possible no plant, including motor vehicles, would be operated within 2x the dripline / canopy of retained trees, i.e. if the tree canopy is four metres in diameter, then an eight metre buffer will be placed around the tree trunk where the plant access is excluded. Compaction of soil and trampling of tree roots by machinery may lead to damage and the death of retained trees and should be avoided.

All site offices, compounds and stockpile areas would be located within the limits of clearing or otherwise away from existing drainage lines and existing vegetation. Clearing of native vegetation would be restricted to inside the identified limits of clearing, and should be minimised where possible, particularly in areas with screening vegetation or significant trees.

Construction vehicle movements would be restricted to the existing road network or previously disturbed areas at all times. Construction vehicles should not enter into vegetation retained beyond the approved impact areas. At no point is cleared vegetation to be bulldozed into adjacent bushland retained beyond the limits of clearing.

All other cleared native vegetation would be mulched for reuse in rehabilitation works and erosion control. Mulch should not be stockpiled in adjacent vegetated areas. Stockpiling of cleared vegetation and mulch should be located and managed in accordance with the Clearing and Grubbing Plan and the site SEP. Any new or amended stockpile sites must be assessed under the Ancillary Facilities Management Plan.

All vegetation clearing must be undertaken in accordance with the Vegetation Clearing Procedure (Annexure A) and the Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure (Annexure B).


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4.7 Landscaping and habitat rehabilitation

Revegetation will play an important role in mitigating the impact of the project on flora values. Revegetation incorporates both landscaping and habitat rehabilitation. The objectives of these two forms of revegetation are different and call for different revegetation techniques and plant selection. Habitat rehabilitation aims to maintain/increase fauna habitat values in the project area and to compensate for the loss of habitat from clearing. Plant species used in landscaping will be mainly local endemic species. No species which display characteristics of environmental weeds will be used.

The overall objective of habitat rehabilitation will be to restore or recreate vegetation the same as originally occurring in the project area with the following considerations:

The need to control erosion and sedimentation processes demands rapid revegetation of cleared riparian areas;

Disturbed edges create opportunities for weed establishment and expansion;

Plantings should use locally sourced plants to maintain and enhance genetic integrity of local populations;

In cleared areas, strips of native vegetation along road corridors can facilitate the movement of fauna through the landscape; and

Placement of tall screening vegetation is recommended as a means to raise flight paths of birds and bats crossing the road and thus reduce road kills.

Details of rehabilitation/revegetation will be outlined in the Urban Design and Landscape Plan and the report required under CoA B47B. Revegetation will incorporate locally endemic species and Grey-headed Flying-fox feed trees where possible (REMM B10 and B7). Additional measures may also be detailed in the Nest Box Management Plan and/or the Bat Management Plan (if required for the project).

Locally endemic species and species regularly used for landscaping in the locality which represent Grey-headed Flying-fox feed trees1 recommended for use in rehabilitation include:

Shrubs: Old Man Banksia (Banksia serrata), Coast Banksia (B. integrifolia) and Silky Oak (Grevillea robusta); and

Trees: Lemon-scented Gum (Corymbia citriodora), Swamp Mahogany (Eucalyptus robusta), Spotted Gum (C. maculata), Blackbutt (E. pilularis), Sydney Peppermint (E. piperita), Sydney Blue Gum (E. saligna) and Brush Box (Lophostemon confertus).

It is recommended that species native to the Sydney region (i.e. Old Man Banksia, Coast Banksia, Spotted Gum, Blackbutt, Swamp Mahogany, Sydney Peppermint and Sydney Blue Gum) are sourced from a nursery that carries seed stock collected from within the Sydney region. The remaining species (Silky Oak, Lemon-scented Gum and Brush Box) are not local to the Sydney region, but are regularly planted landscape trees. Therefore, these trees can be purchased from any nursery that stocks the species. It is recommended that these species are planted as tubestock or advanced natives to expedite the rehabilitation process.

The Urban Design and Landscape Plan and the report required under CoA B47B will seek to provide a net increase in the number of trees, with replacement trees planted within and on public land, up to 500m from the construction footprint. Replacement trees would have a minimum pot size of 75 litres, except where:

The plantings are consistent with the pot sizes specified in a relevant authority’s plans / programs / strategies for vegetation management, street planting or open space landscaping, or

As agreed by the relevant authority, and

1 Eby P and Law B 2008, Ranking the feeding habitats of Grey-headed Flying-foxes for conservation management,

report to the Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW and the Department of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts


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Where demonstrated in the report required by CoA B47B that the replacement plantings are consistent with these requirements.

A vegetation monitoring and maintenance program will be implemented upon completion of works in each area, as outlined in Table 9 below.

Table 9 Vegetation monitoring and maintenance program

Monitoring/maintenance activity Frequency Duration

Follow up watering to prevent plant

losses and promote rapid establishment

2-3 times/week during dry periods

6 weeks

Hand removal of weeds that colonise rehabilitated areas, and monitoring of plant survival

Monthly during establishment period

6 months initially; thereafter biannually

Replacement planting

(e.g. to replace plant losses)

As/when required N/A


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5 Consolidated environmental safeguards

Environmental safeguards to manage flora and fauna impacts and reduce the risk of impacts to species, communities and habitats that are not captured by other management plans or procedures are identified in Table 10. Elimination of the hazard is the first preference of control, followed by engineering, then administrative controls. These controls include the relevant legal and project requirements identified in the revised environmental mitigation measures (REMM), Conditions of Approval (CoA), RMS specifications, and CSJ standard practice measures.

Table 10 Project controls for the management of flora and fauna during construction.

CSJ reference

Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox

Monitoring / Inspection / Audit

Where addressed

EM – Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA – Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE – Project Engineers, CM – Construction Manager, SS – Site Supervisor, CRM – Community Relations Manager.

CAP – Construction Area Plan, WP – Work Pack, EWMS – Environmental Work Method Statement.

Planning

FF1. Ensure all risks to flora and fauna are considered as part of the development of Construction Area Plans.

CSJ standard practice

PE CAP

FF2. The location of any threatened species or other important flora, fauna and habitat features identified during pre-clearing surveys will be identified on the Site Environmental Plans.

CoA D57


EA Site Environment Plans

FF3. Ensure Work Packs include relevant environmental control information including a Site Environment Plan where required.


PE Site Environment Plan

WP

FF4. All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks as per CEMP and Section 1.4 of this plan.


EM, CM √ Induction

Waterways

FF5. Ensure soil and water management measures are implemented and maintained in accordance with the Construction Soil and Water Management Plan.


EA √ Construction Soil and Water Management Plan

FF6. The water quality basin at Saleyards Creek will be designed to minimise impacts on the creek corridor and the setback area along this boundary will be appropriately landscaped.

REMM B9 EM Design


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CSJ reference



Where addressed



FF7. Watercourse crossings, including temporary work platforms, waterway crossings and/or coffer dams, where feasible and reasonable, will be consistent with the following guidelines:

NSW Guidelines for Controlled Activities Watercourse Crossings (DPI 2012),

Why do Fish Need to Cross the Road? Fish Passage Requirements for Waterway Crossings (Fairfull and Witheridge 2003),

Policy and Guidelines for Fish Friendly Waterway Crossings (NSW Fisheries, February 2004), and

Policy and Guidelines for Fish Habitat Conservation and Management (DPI Fisheries, 2013).

Where multiple cell culverts are proposed for creek crossings, at least one cell shall be provided for fish passage, with an invert or bed level that mimics creek flows.

CoA B12 EM, CM Design / Construction site layout

FF8. Areas of disturbance are to be located away from waterways / riparian areas where feasible.

CoA B11


CM, EM Site Environment Plan

Vegetation clearance and management

FF9. The clearing of vegetation will be minimised with the objective of reducing impacts to all flora and fauna, including threatened species, to the greatest extent practicable. In particular, the perimeter plantings at the Cintra Park and Powells Creek construction compounds will be retained where feasible.

CoA D47D&C G36 Section 4.8

REMM B3

EM, CM √ Vegetation Clearance Procedure

FF10. At least one week prior to the commencement of clearing, pre-clearing surveys will be undertaken by a qualified and experienced ecologist to determine the presence and on-site location of any habitat features, threatened species and any weed infestations in vegetation to be cleared for the project. The surveys will be undertaken within and adjacent to the construction footprint and will include inspections of any bridges and culverts to be disturbed by the project.

CoA D48

REMM B4

D&C G36

Biodiversity Guidelines

EM √ Section 4.3.2


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CSJ reference



Where addressed



FF11. Pre-clearing surveys must document the number of trees to be removed (in accordance with the project definition of a tree).

CoA B47 EM, Project ecologist

√ Section 4.3.2

Section 4.4.1

FF12. Flagging of sensitive trees/areas and trees/areas to be cleared to be in accordance with the project flagging guidelines.


EM, Project ecologist

√ √ Section 4.3.1

FF13. Prior to any disturbance, clearing or grubbing activities in any locations the following must be in place, as per the Vegetation Clearance Procedure:

A Land Disturbance Permit (or equivalent);

Limits of clearing and No-go Zones for significant flora and fauna must be established, fenced, flagged and sign posted prior to commencement of clearing; and

An ecologist or experienced fauna handler needs to conduct a search for any wildlife that may need to be removed and relocated.

REMM B2

D&C G36 Section 4.8


EM, SS √ Vegetation Clearance Procedure;

Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure

FF14. A Clearing and Grubbing Plan is to be prepared where required by the Land Disturbance Permit (ie. where any clearing and grubbing activities are required) and is to be in accordance with Roads and Maritime Specification G40 and the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines.

D&C G40


EM Section 4.4

Vegetation Clearance Procedure

FF15. Where no areas of habitat have been identified to be cleared in the Clearing and Grubbing Plan, clearing can be undertaken in a single-stage process. Where clearing is to be conducted in an area containing habitat, a two-stage clearance process must be implemented.


EM, SS √ Section 4.5


FF16. If grubbing is to be undertaken then erosion and sediment controls must be in place (refer to the Site Environmental Plan) prior to grubbing to ensure that sediment laden water does not run off site.


SS, EA √ √ Vegetation Clearance Procedure;

Site Environmental Plan

FF17. Tree removal/clearing is to be undertaken by a suitably experienced person.


PE, SS, EA √ Vegetation Clearance Procedure

FF18. Environment Advisor to be contacted and be present onsite if excavation works are within the critical root zone to confirm if an arborist is required.


SS, EA √ √ CAP / WP


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CSJ reference



Where addressed



FF19. Non-structural roots should be pruned by a clean diagonal cut and not exposed to air for more than 24 hours.


SS, EA √ Clearing and Grubbing EWMS

FF20. All plant should remain on haul roads as much as possible so as to minimise damage to vegetation. Where possible, no plant or vehicles should be operated within a distance of 2x the dripline/canopy of trees (i.e. a tree of 4 m canopy requires an 8 m buffer zone).




FF21. No-go zones must be obeyed at all times without a Permit to Enter No-go Zone. Any damage to no-go zone fencing or signage must be reported to the site supervisor or EA immediately.


SS, EA √ √ Site Environmental Plan

FF22. All site offices, compounds and stockpile areas are to be located within the limits of clearing or otherwise away from existing drainage lines and vegetation.


PE, EA √ Site Environmental Plan

FF23. Stockpiling/storage of cleared timber, mulch and other equipment is to be in areas designated and outside the critical root zone of remaining trees in accordance with the Site Environmental Plan. Cleared vegetation is not to be bulldozed into adjacent bushland beyond the limits of clearing.




FF24. Cleared/removed weed-free vegetation will be used either on or off the project where possible (e.g. for habitat, chipped for mulch and reused).


PE, SS, EA CAP / WP

Fauna management

FF25. Immediately prior to clearing and/or disturbance of bridges or culverts, a pre-clearance inspection for fauna, and any necessary relocations, shall be undertaken by a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist or fauna handler. Inspections, relocations and any associated management/offset measures will be undertaken in accordance with the Vegetation Clearance Procedure and Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure.

CoA D48

REMM B5


PE, EA √ √ Section 4.5.1



FF26. If hibernating bats are identified during the pre-construction surveys or pre-clearance inspections, a bat management plan will be prepared prior to impacting on these areas.

REMM B6 EM Sections 4.3.2, 4.5.1


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CSJ reference



Where addressed



FF27. If a threat to an animal is evident onsite, the site supervisor and/or Environment Advisor must be notified immediately. Works may need to cease if the animal is in danger or harmed until it has been relocated.


SS, EA √ √ Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure

FF28. The site speed limits (maximum of 20 km per hour) must be obeyed at all times, especially areas where vehicle/fauna interactions are identified as high risk.


SS √ √ CAP / WP

FF29. Report any injured fauna to the Environment Advisor and if safe to do so put the injured animal in a fauna bag (pillow case, jumper etc.) and in a dark quiet place on the advice of the ecologist. EA to notify injured wildlife to the Asset Trustee Representative and WIRES (PH: 1300131554) if appropriate.


SS, EA √ CAP / WP


Rehabilitation

FF30. At the completion of construction, complementary landscaping using locally endemic species (in the first instance) and locally native species to the greatest extent practicable will be undertaken in areas of construction ancillary facilities abutting creeks, canals and open space areas, where feasible and in accordance with a rehabilitation site plan. Landscape design to consider factors outlined in Section 4.7 of this Plan.

CoA B11, D57, D50 REMM B10

EM, CM Urban Design and Landscape Plan

Section 4.7

FF31. Landscaping should incorporate planting of Grey-headed Flying-fox feed trees where feasible

CoA D57

REMM B7


FF32. Rehabilitation must ensure a net increase in the number of trees impacted by the project. The location of replacement trees must be determined in consultation with the relevant council(s) and the replacement trees are to have a minimum pot size of 75 litres, except where the plantings are consistent with the pot sizes specified in a relevant authority’s plans / programs/ strategies for vegetation management, street planting, or open space landscaping, or as agreed by the relevant authority. A report must demonstrate how any replacement plantings with a pot size less than 75 litres are consistent with these requirements and must be submitted to DP&E.

CoA B47, B47A, B47B



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CSJ reference



Where addressed



Weed and pathogen management

FF33. Weed and pathogen management and control would be undertaken in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011).

REMM B8

CoA D57


EM √ √ Weed Management Procedure


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6 Review and improvement

6.1 Monitoring and reporting

Inspections, observations, monitoring and reporting requirements relevant to the management of flora and fauna are identified in Table 11. Broader environmental inspections, monitoring and auditing are discussed in Section 8 of the CEMP. Refer to the Soil and Water Management Plan (SWMP) for monitoring and reporting requirements relating to water quality management.

Table 11 Monitoring requirements relevant to the management of flora and fauna

Item Frequency Standards Reporting Responsibility

Inspection

Pre-clearance survey

Prior to any clearance of a potential habitat area

Section 4.3.2


Ecologist report to include items listed in Section 4.3.2 of this Plan

Environment and Sustainability Manager (EM)

Pre-clearance inspection

Maximum of 2 hours prior to vegetation clearance

Section 4.5.1



Clearing and Grubbing Plan

Pre-clearance Checklist (including fauna capture / relocation records)

EM

Site inspections Weekly All flora and fauna management measures in place, maintained and effective

Monitor health of retained vegetation

Environmental Inspection Checklist

Environment Advisor (EA)

Visual surveillance Daily No-go zone fencing and signage in place and undamaged

Erosion and sedimentation controls in place and maintained as per Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (ESCPs)

Storage and stockpile areas maintained and being used appropriately

Weed and hygiene controls in place

Site speed limits obeyed at all times

Any threats to animals or unexpected finds of flora and fauna

Site Supervisor’s log book

Site Supervisor / Foreman

Monitoring

Attendance of ecologist or fauna spotter/catcher during habitat clearance

As required by Land Disturbance Permit

Duration of clearance

Section 4.5


Vegetation/habitat clearance records

Fauna records (including details of any fauna relocations)

EM

Attendance of EA or arborist during excavations in critical root zone

Duration of excavation

This plan Vegetation/habitat clearance records

EM

Water Quality Monitoring

As per Water Quality Monitoring Program (refer to SWMP, Annexure A)

Rehabilitation monitoring

Weekly after rehabilitation works commence

Until area is stabilised

Weed and hygiene controls in place

No new weed incursion / establishment

Environmental Inspection Checklist

EA


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6.2 Non-conformance management, corrective and preventative action

Environmental inspection, observation and monitoring results are interpreted to identify actual and potential non-compliances, non-conformances and events that may result in nuisance, environmental harm and unacceptable loss of amenity or community complaints. The Environmental Representative, Asset Trustee Representative and/or a public authority may also raise a non-conformance or improvement notice.

Where non-conformances are identified during regular inspections, corrective actions are raised, tracked and closed out through the inspection records.

Following the identification of a non-conformance, corrective and/or preventative actions will be identified and assigned to the appropriate person with set timeframes. Timeframes will be set to ensure any damage incurred is rectified and any chance of recurrence is eliminated as soon as practicable. Synergy or the Environmental Corrective Actions Register will be used to assign, track and close out corrective actions. All corrective actions will include reference to the relevant incident or source of the action for ease of tracking. Refer to Section 7 of the CEMP for further information.

6.3 Complaints

Complaints will be recorded in accordance with the Construction Complaints Management System. Information to be recorded will include location of complaint, time(s) of occurrence of alleged air quality impacts and perceived source. Resident complaints will be responded to in a timely manner and action taken recorded in accordance with the Construction Complaints Management System.

6.4 Revision of this plan

Continual improvement is achieved through constant measurement and evaluation, audit and review of the effectiveness of the plan, and adjustment and improvement of the CEMP, project environmental outcomes and CSJ Environmental Management System. Monthly reviews undertaken by the Environmental Representative and quarterly management reviews provide specific opportunities to identify improvements in the environmental management system and/or this FFMP.

This plan will be updated as required:

To take into account changes to the environment or generally accepted environmental management practices, new risks to the environment or changes in law;

Where requested or required by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment or any other Authority; or

In response to internal or external audits or quarterly management reviews.

The updated plan must be endorsed by the Environment and Sustainability Manager and approved internally by the Project Director. Minor changes may be approved by the Environmental Representative. Minor changes would typically include those that:

Are editorial in nature (e.g. staff and agency/authority name changes);

Do not increase the magnitude of impacts on the environment when considered individually or cumulatively; or

Do not compromise the ability of the project to meet approval or legislative requirements.

Where the Environmental Representative deems it necessary, the FFMP will be provided to relevant stakeholders for review and comment if required and forwarded to the Secretary of DP&E for approval.


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Annexure A Vegetation Clearance Procedure

Vegetation Clearing Procedure

Document Number



Document Number: M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331


Document Approval


A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC

DP&E



0 16/02/2016 CSJ EMM Endorsement of project ecologist

1 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Administrative update


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Project M4 East – Design and Construct M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331


1 Introduction

1.1 Objectives

To ensure all vegetation clearing and grubbing required for the project is: conducted in accordance with Project approvals, minimised within the approved areas and minimises impacts on biodiversity and the surrounding environment.

1.2 Training

All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks

2 Vegetation clearance procedure

2.1 Pre-Clearing

When an area is identified to require vegetation clearing, the Site Supervisor is to notify the EA and prepare and submit a Land Disturbance Permit application to the EA.

A pre-clearance survey will be completed by the Project Ecologist to identify any hollow trees, hollow logs, significant weed infestations or threatened plant species. The Project Ecologist will provide a pre-clearing report that identifies the locations of the above (if recorded). An arborist is to report on any unsound trees that should be removed.

As part of the Land Disturbance Permit, the EA prepares a Clearing and Grubbing Plan in accordance with RMS Specification G40 Clearing and Grubbing, the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines and Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan. The plan will include methods to identify weeds, a procedure for weed removal, the location of habitat trees or threatened flora and a procedure for staged habitat removal.

Clearance near waterways is to be avoided as much as practicable. All existing trees and other vegetation must be retained within 15 metres of waterways and drainage lines until immediately before construction commences in the area.

No-go Zones must be established, fenced or flagged, and sign posted at least 7 days prior to the commencement of clearing. All hollow bearing and habitat trees shall be flagged as per flagging guidelines (FFMP) and either fully fenced off or flagged/sign-posted with an identification number.

Erosion and sedimentation controls must be in place as per site SEP prior to clearing.

Land Disturbance Permit issued by EA with Clearing and Grubbing Plan.

Once all environmental controls are in place in accordance with the Permit and Clearing and Grubbing Plan, the Site Supervisor completes Section 3 of the Land Disturbance Permit (Pre-clearance Checklist, Attachment 1) and submits to the EA for sign-off.

2.2 During Clearing

Clearing is to be in accordance with the requirements of the Clearing and Grubbing Plan.

A pre-clearance inspection for fauna is to be undertaken by an ecologist or qualified and experienced fauna handler. Fauna searches should occur no more than two hours prior to the commencement of clearing and the time allocated to searching should be commensurate with the likelihood of finding fauna and the complexity of habitat features. Searches should include checks for signs of fauna such as fresh scats, scratches and remains of prey.

A pre-clearance inspection of structures, e.g. bridges and culverts, will be completed for microbats in accordance with the requirements of the Clearing and Grubbing Plan.

The fauna handler or ecologist must be present during clearing and is to direct clearing in a manner that encourages and allows fauna to safely flee the clearing area. Where animals are unable to flee as a result of injury or otherwise, they will be captured and placed in adjacent areas of analogous habitat in accordance with the Fauna Spotter / Catcher procedure. Injured animals will also be cared for in accordance with this procedure.

Trees within 15 metres of watercourses should be felled manually. Where practicable, cut vegetation low to ground and leave roots and ground vegetation cover in place near watercourses to minimise erosion impacts.

Pruning shall be in accordance with RMS Specification G40 and AS 4373 – Pruning of Amenity Trees. It should be carried out by a qualified arborist using only the appropriate tools (e.g. loppers, chainsaw or vehicle mounted pole saw).

RMS HOLD POINT

Legend

Responsibilities

SS – Site Supervisor

EA – Environment Adviser

Asset Trustee – Asset Trustee

Representative

HOLD

POINT

Vegetation clearance requirement identified

Notify EA of intention to clear and submit Land Disturbance Permit application

[SS]

Obtain:

Ecologist report

Arborist report, where required

[EA]

HOLD POINT #1

Prepare Clearing and Grubbing Plan and submit with Ecologist & Arborist

reports to WCX at least 7 days prior to clearing

[EA]

Asset Trustee to release Hold Point #1

Land disturbance permit issued to SS with conditions

and Clearing and Grubbing Plan

[EA]

HOLD POINT #2

Establish no-go zones and environmental controls in accordance with Permit, Clearing

and Grubbing Plan, SEP, ERSED Plan and any other requirements

Complete pre-clearance checklist (Section 3 of Land Disturbance Permit)

[SS]

EA to release Hold Point #2

[EA]

Conduct fauna search if required

[Ecologist or fauna handler]

Conduct vegetation clearance as per Clearing and Grubbing Plan

[SS]

Stabilise site and process vegetation in accordance with the Clearing and

Grubbing Plan

Complete post-clearance checklist

[SS]


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2.3 Post-Clearing

Post-clearance Checklist to be completed at completion of clearing

Stabilise all disturbed areas with revegetation or other material immediately to prevent erosion.

Any damage to vegetation to be retained must be reported to the Site Supervisor or EA immediately and rectified with the advice of an ecologist or arborist.

Holes remaining after tree removal must be backfilled and vegetated. Backfill material must prevent the infiltration and ponding of water and be compacted to at least the relative compaction of adjacent ground.


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Attachment 1 M4 East Land Disturbance Permit

Section 1: Request details

REQUEST DETAILS

Site Date

Site Supervisor Position

Purpose of Ground

Disturbance

Total disturbance area

(ha)

Date disturbance to

commence

Estimated Topsoil

Depth (mm)

Date disturbance to

be completed

Estimated Topsoil

volume (m3)

Machinery to be

used

Map (attached) Yes No Comments:

Has a risk assessment

(EWMS/SWMS) been

completed for this

task?

Yes No Comments:

Are any works on or

near bridges or

culverts?

Yes No Comments:

Are these works within the construction footprint?

Once the above completed please forward to Environmental Advisor for processing

OFFICE USE ONLY: Permit #_____________________

Status

Received by Environmental Advisor: DD/MM/YY

Followed up: DD/MM/YY

Approval Received: DD/MM/YY

Section 2: Permit Conditions

CONDITION Site

Supervisor

Environmenta

l Advisor

Date Initial Required (Y/N)

2.0 Clearing and Grubbing Plan to be implemented, where provided,

or

<insert relevant clearing, grubbing, weed management and

stockpile/disposal conditions>

2.1 Site Environmental Plan (SEP) to be prepared and controls

implemented

2.2 Pre clearance checklist (Section 3) to be completed and signed off

minimum of 1 day prior to clearing

2.3 Exclusion areas to be identified and boundaries marked and

clearly visible. Disturbance area delineated with flagging tape

(Green = retain; Red = remove; Yellow = prune)


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CONDITION Site

Supervisor

Environmenta

l Advisor

Date Initial Required (Y/N)

2.4 For properties within or near identified heritage areas:

Is archival recording required and completed, and

Is heritage salvage required and completed?

2.5 Operators working in the area to be made aware of clearing limits

by Area Supervisor (operator sign-off required in Section 4).

Personnel undertaking works are appropriately trained and aware

of environmental risks.

2.6 Disturbance area to be inspected for fauna no more than 2 hours

prior to disturbance

2.7 Topsoil to be removed to a mm depth

Subsoil to be removed to a ____mm depth

2.8 Post disturbance inspection checklist to be completed at

completion of clearing

2.9 <Insert Other Conditions as required>

Environmental Advisor Sign Off

Name Signature Date

Section 3: Pre-clearance checklist

Pre-clearance checklist

Site Project No

Requested By: Lease / Lot Number:

Planned Clearing Start Date: Expected Completion Date:

VEGETATION CLEARING LOCATIONS – ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY

GPS Coordinates

Location

Has a Clearing & Grubbing Plan been prepared for the site? Yes No N/A

Has a Site Environmental Plan (SEP) been prepared for the site? Yes No N/A

Has the vegetation to be cleared been clearly delineated? Yes No N/A

All trees / vegetation to be retained identified and No-Go Areas flagged/fenced

off?

Yes No N/A

State how identified:_____________________________________________________________

Have habitat trees been identified and appropriately marked? Yes No N/A

State how identified:_____________________________________________________________

Has the Environmental Advisor or Ecologist confirmed the clearing limits identified

on site?

Have affected structures, incl. bridges and culverts, been checked for microbats? Yes No N/A

Have weed controls been implemented as per Clearing & Grubbing Plan? Yes No N/A


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Is a Pre-Clearance fauna search required? If so is a fauna handler / ecologist

scheduled for the inspection?

Yes No N/A

Have ERSED controls been installed as per SEP? Yes No N/A

Has Heritage archival/salvage been completed? Yes No N/A

Have relevant workers been shown limit of clearing, advised of fauna handling

procedures and any other SHE controls (sign-off below)?

Yes No

Comments

Sign off:

Inspection completed by:

Signature/Role:

Date:

Approval by Environmental Advisor:

Signature:

Date:

Equipment operators sign off: aware of Land Disturbance Permit conditions and understand

requirements/clearing boundary

Name Signature Date

Name Signature Date

Name Signature Date

Name Signature Date

Name Signature Date

Name Signature Date


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Attachment 2 Clearing and Grubbing Plan proforma

Site: Project No:

Requested By: Lease / Lot Number:

Planned Clearing Start Date: Expected Completion Date:

VEGETATION CLEARING LOCATIONS: Attach drawing(s) and/or updated SEP to show:

Clearing limits

Location of erosion and sedimentation controls

Location of sensitive areas and/or trees to be protected

Location of weeds to be treated / removed

Location of stockpile sites for mulch and/or other cleared material to be retained on site

GPS Coordinates E: N:

VEGETATION & HABITAT MANAGEMENT

Is there a significant weed infestation? Yes No

What weeds are present? How have they been demarcated?

Methods for treatment / removal:

Disposal destination:

Has any significant flora been identified? Yes No

Significant tree or flora ID: Location: Protection measures:

Unsound tree ID (as per RMS G40): Location: Tree management measures:

Have habitat trees been identified and appropriately marked? Yes No N/A

Details of Active nests observed:

Details of active species observed

Method of management Relocation location

WASTE MANAGEMENT

Stockpile locations on site: Disposal location for excess material:

Reuse/recycling arrangements for excess material:

Ongoing weed suppression to be implemented on site:


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Overall Management Details/ Additional comments:

Assessment completed by:

Signature/Role:

Date:

Approval by Environment and Sustainability Manager:

Signature:

Date:


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Attachment 3 Post-clearance Checklist

Project: Project No:

Completed By:

Vegetation Clearing Start Date: Completion Date:

Note: in some regions there may be additional requirements for clearing (check with the

Environmental Representative for your project).

VEGETATION CLEARING LOCATIONS – ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY

GPS Coordinates Location Comments

Was all clearing within the vegetation clearing limits? Yes No

Were any trees marked as ‘to be retained’ impacted by the

works?

Yes No

Were any habitat trees impacted by the clearing works? Yes No N/A

Were non-habitat trees removed before habitat trees? Yes No N/A

Were any fauna, nests or other fauna features impacted by the

clearing works?

Yes No N/A

Were any animals shocked, injured or killed as a result of the

clearing works? If Yes, what action was taken?

Yes No

Area Cleared, Topsoil Volumes and Locations Surveyed Yes No

Was the Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure followed for any

fauna impacted by the works?

Yes No N/A

Total number of trees (as defined by the project) cleared

Comments:

Inspection completed by:

Signature/Role

Date:

Approval by Environmental Advisor:

Signature

Date:


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Annexure B Fauna Spotter and Catcher Procedure

Fauna Spotter / Catcher Procedure

Document Number





Document Approval


A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC

DP&E



0 16/02/2016 CSJ EMM Endorsement of Project Ecologist

1 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Administrative updates


Page 2 of 3


M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00310 Project M4 East – Design and Construct


1 Introduction

1.1 Objectives

To ensure all impacts on fauna, including threatened and protected fauna, are minimised during construction of the Project. This procedure covers the process to be implemented when an animal is unexpectedly discovered onsite. It does not cover the process to be followed prior to vegetation clearing – refer to the Vegetation Clearance procedure.

1.2 Training


2 Fauna handling considerations Fauna type / activity

Consideration

Handling of snakes Handling of snakes can be unsafe and bites from these species can result in serious illness, damage to organs or even death. Some monitor species also have anticoagulants that result in excessive bleeding. Handling of these species should be attempted by appropriately qualified personnel and utilise no-direct contact handling techniques (i.e. use of snake hook and bag as opposed to handing the animal).

Handling of bats and microbats during removal of structures (e.g. bridges and culverts)

Some species of bats carry the Australian Bat Lyssavirus which is a form of rabies. Anyone handing bats should be vaccinated. Bats that are held should be stored in a calico bag or sealed bat nest box.

Prior to clearing of existing structures, an assessment for microbats and other fauna residing in the structure shall be completed. If the assessment determines that microbats are likely roost it the structure, a site specific bat management strategy is to be developed to manage staged exclusion of the bats from the structure prior to removal.

Handling of frogs Handling of frogs can result in the spread of the Amphibian Chytrid Fungus and shall be undertaken in accordance with the DECC Hygiene Protocol for Control of Disease in Frogs (DECC 2008). Plastic gloves will be worn by the fauna spotter-catcher when handling frogs. Frogs will be placed into plastic bag (zip lock) or other plastic containers with a small amount of water and vegetation.

Handling of mammals and birds

Mammals and birds are capable of causing injury to handlers (e.g. bites, scratches) or themselves if handled incorrectly. They should be placed into a calico/hessian bag or a cardboard box. Possums which can easily rip through calico bags and should be placed within double lined canvas bags.

Arboreal animals In the event that arboreal animals do not move or they cannot be captured because the tree hollow is too large, high or its recovery would breach safety requirements then the tree will be felled and animals recovered post-felling.

Handling of fish and aquatic species

Ensure that containers for holding aquatic species provide sufficient amount of water and adequate aeration.

Relocation and release of animals

Animals should only be released at a time and place that is suitable to the species and provides it with a likely chance of survival (i.e. release should not increase the risk of stress or predation to the species). Release should not take place during periods of heavy rainfall.

Release of nocturnal species

Nocturnal animals captured during the day will be immediately taken to adjacent bushland and placed into a relocated tree hollow or nest box or held until the evening and released shortly after dusk (see below for holding of animals).

Temporarily holding animals

Collected animals may be held for a short period of time (preferably less than 24 hours prior to release).

Animals kept for any purpose will be secured in a container and stored in a quiet, ventilated and preferably dark location away for construction activities.

Injured Animals Injured animals will be cared for according to specific animal care and ethics guidelines and be given appropriate veterinary care, and if available, the services of one of the local animal welfare groups.

Euthanasia In some instances severely injured and pest animals may need to be euthanized. Any undertaking to euthanasia animals will only be undertaken using a suitable technique (i.e. cervical dislocation for small mammals and ice slurry for introduced fish) done by personnel trained and competent (e.g. Project Ecologist) in the use of acceptable methods of euthanasia or will be taken to a veterinarian for euthanasia. Personnel required to euthanize animals shall consider methods that are humane, painless and rapid.

Pest species Pest animals are not to be released and should be euthanized (see above).

Release site selection

During the preliminary pre-clearing assessments, the EA or ecologist is to identify suitable release sites for fauna adjacent to the project area.

Animal discovered and construction / clearing works pose risk of causing harm

STOP WORK

[SS]

Notify Environment Adviser immediately

[SS]

Establish exclusion zone

Maintain a zone free of plant, equipment and personnel around the animal

[EA]

Allow free egress

Ensure a clear safe path to encourage animal to leave freely

[EA]

Animal leaves site freely

Animal unable or unwilling to leave site or poses a safety risk to workers

Do not handle where avoidable, wait for fauna handler to arrive.

If fauna handler not immediately available refer to Section 2 for guidance on interim management.

[SS & EA]

Fauna handler identifies and relocates fauna to suitable alternate habitat or care facility

Report details of all fauna relocations and/or injured fauna to Client

[EA]

If the animal identified is threatened refer to the Unexpected Species Finds procedure

Recommence construction works in consultation with EA

[SS & EA]

Legend

Responsibilities

PM – Project Manager


EM – Environment and

Sustainability Manager


Abbreviations

Client – Asset Trustee


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Attachment 1: Fauna record proforma M4 East Fauna Record

Date of observation:

Nature of Record: Capture/Relocation Sighting only

Type of fauna record Reptile Frog Bird Mammal

Species name (if known)

Injuries (provide details):

Details of fauna capture / observation – ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY

GPS Coordinates (if

known)

Location description

Construction or other activity being undertaken at

site:

Details of fauna relocation (if applicable) – ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY

Nature of Relocation: Nearby habitat Vet / fauna carer

Relocation undertaken by (name & contact details):

Vet / fauna carer, name

and contact details:

GPS Coordinates (if

known)

Location description

Other details/drawings:

Record completed by:

Role/company:

Contact details:

Date:

Environmental Advisor

Signature:

Date:


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Annexure C Unexpected Species Finds Procedure

Unexpected Species Finds Procedure

Document Number




Revision Date: 31 October 2017

Document Approval


A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC

DP&E



0 16/02/2016 CSJ EMM Endorsement by Project Ecologist

1 31/10/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Administrative updates


Page 2 of 3

Revision Date 31 October 2017



1 Introduction

1.1 Objectives

The objective of this procedure is to describe the actions to be taken when a threatened flora or fauna species or threatened ecological community is unexpectedly encountered on site.

1.2 Training


2 Threatened species likely to occur in the area

2.1 Flora species

The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) identified four flora species, classified as threatened species in NSW, which may be impacted by the project. These species are listed below. Should these species or other threatened species not considered in the EIS be found on site, works must stop and the Unexpected Species Finds Procedure must be implemented.

Narrow-leafed Wilsonia (Wilsonia backhousei)

A sprawling, matted shrub less than 15 cm tall. It has succulent leaves that are narrow, pointed, dark green and stalkless and are less than 20 mm long; and single white flowers that are also stalkless. It flowers in spring and summer.

Grows on the margins of salt marshes, mangrove swamps and saline areas. Potential habitat may exist within the Homebush Bay Drive Civil Site and Powells Creek Civil Site

Zannichellia palustris

A submerged aquatic plant. Leaves 2-7 cm long by less than 1 mm wide. Flowers during warmer months and dies back completely every summer.

Grows in fresh or slightly saline stationary or slowly flowing water. In NSW this species dies back completely every summer. Potential habitat may exist within the Homebush Bay Drive Civil Site and Powells Creek Civil Site

Threatened species or threatened ecological community discovered

HOLD POINT: STOP WORK

[SS]

Notify Environment and Sustainability Manager immediately

[SS]

Ecologist to conduct an assessment of significance of likely impact, develop management

options

[EM]

Notify Client and relevant authorities (OEH and DPI (Fisheries)) as appropriate

[EM]

Likely impact identified?

[EM]

EM to release Hold Point

Recommence work and inspect regularly

[EM]

Consult with Client, OEH or DPI as appropriate

[EM]

Develop mitigation measures as required

Obtain any necessary approvals, permits or licences

[EM]

EM to release Hold Point

Recommence work in accordance with any new mitigation measures

[SS]

Include species in subsequent inductions, toolbox talks and update CEMP

Undertake reporting requirements as per CEMP

[EM]

Legend

Responsibilities


EM – Environment and

Sustainability Manager


Abbreviations/acronyms

Client –Asset Trustee

OEH – Office of Environment and

Heritage

DPI – Department of Primary

Industries

N Y

HOLD

POINT


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Revision Date 31 October 2017



Wallangarra White Gum (Eucalyptus scoparia) Magenta Lilly Pilly (Eucalyptus scoparia)

A small tree to 15 m tall with smooth, powdery white to pale grey bark. The adult leaves are shiny green, 10 - 15 cm long and 6 - 10 mm wide. The flower buds are oval-shaped with a conical cap, flowers are white or cream and the small gumnuts are oval-shaped, 4-5 mm long and wide. The canopy is often open and pendulous.

This species is outside of its natural range and habitat, however is known to be planted in the area (including in Reg Coady Reserve, Ashfield).

A small to medium sized tree that grows to 8 m tall. The bark is flaky and the leaves are shiny, dark-green above and paler underneath. Leaves can be up to 10 cm long. Plants produce white flower-clusters at the end of each branch, between November and February. The petals are small and are accompanied by prominent long stamens. The deep magenta fruits, which may be spherical or egg-shaped, mature in May, and contain a single seed.

This species is outside of its natural habitat, however has potential to be planted in the project area.

2.2 Fauna species

The EIS identified three mammals and four birds, classified as threatened species in NSW, which may be impacted by the project. These species are listed below. Should these species or other threatened species not considered in the EIS be found on site, works must stop and the Unexpected Species Finds Procedure must be implemented.

Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus)

The largest Australian bat, with a head and body length of 23 - 29 cm. It has dark grey fur on the body, lighter grey fur on the head and a russet collar encircling the neck. The wing membranes are black and the wingspan can be up to 1 m. It can be distinguished from other flying-foxes by the leg fur, which extends to the ankle.

Feed on the nectar and pollen of native trees, in particular Eucalyptus, Melaleuca and Banksia, and fruits of rainforest trees and vines. Also forage in cultivated gardens and fruit crops.

Eastern Bentwing-bat (Miniopterus schreibersii oceanensis)

Has chocolate to reddish-brown fur on its back and slightly lighter coloured fur on its belly. It has a short snout and a high 'domed' head with short round ears. The wing membranes attach to the ankle, not to the base of the toe. The last bone of the third finger is much longer than the other finger-bones giving the "bent wing" appearance. It weighs up to 20 grams, has a head and body length of about 6 cm and a wingspan of 30 - 35 cm.

Caves are the primary roosting habitat, but also use derelict mines, storm-water tunnels, buildings and other man-made structures.

Southern (or Large-footed) Myotis (Myotis macropus)

Has disproportionately large feet; more than 8 mm long, with widely-spaced toes which are distinctly hairy and with long, curved claws. It has dark-grey to reddish brown fur above and is paler below. It weighs up to 15 grams and has a wingspan of about 28 cm.

Generally roost in groups of 10 - 15 close to water in caves, mine shafts, hollow-bearing trees, storm water channels, buildings, under bridges and in dense foliage.

Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa)

A large sandpiper (up to 44cm long) with a distinctive long, straight bill that is pink with a black tip. The plumage is grey-brown above and with below with a grey breast. Occurs in Australia August to March.

Usually found in sheltered bays, estuaries and lagoons with large intertidal mudflats and/or sandflats. Individuals have been recorded in wet fields and sewerage treatment works.

Curlew Sandpiper (Calidris ferruginea)

A small shorebird (up to 23cm long) with a medium-length, down-curved bill and longish black legs. The plumage is a mottled grey above and paler below, with white eyebrows and a white rump. Occurs in Australia August to April

Mainly found in intertidal mudflats of sheltered coasts. It also occurs in non-tidal swamps, lakes and lagoons on the coast and sometimes inland.

Little Tern (Sternula albifrons)

A small, slender, seabird, at less than 25 cm long. Pale grey upperparts contrast with the white chest, underbelly and the moderately long, deeply forked tail (80 - 110 mm). The Little Tern has a black cap and black outer wing-edges.

Typically inhabit sheltered coastal environments, including lagoons, estuaries, lakes, bays, etc, especially those with exposed sandbanks or sand-spits.

White-fronted Chat (Epthianura albifrons)

A terrestrial bird, 12 cm in length and weighing approximately 13 g. It has a short slender bill, long spindly legs, a short square-tipped tail and rounded wings.

Regularly sighted in the saltmarsh of Newington Nature Reserve and Sydney Olympic Park and also in nearby grassland. Usually found foraging on bare or grassy ground in wetland areas, singly or in pairs.


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Annexure D Weed Management Procedure

Weed Management Procedure

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1 Introduction

1.1 Objectives

To detail weed management and control practices to be implemented throughout construction to minimise the risk of spread of weed species into, out of the project area and between construction sites.

1.2 Training

All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks.

2 Weed management procedure

2.1 Weed mapping

A preliminary weed list is provided in Attachment 1 that was prepared during field surveys undertaken for the M4 East EIS.

Detailed weed identification and mapping will be undertaken of construction sites and adjacent areas by the Project Ecologist during pre-clearing surveys, and/or personnel trained in weed management prior to the commencement of construction.

2.2 Weed control

Weed control is to be undertaken in accordance with the Vegetation Clearance Procedure and Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). Weed control methods will also consider Council requirements, where feasible.

Timing

Where possible, weed removal should be undertaken prior to development of seed (early spring is generally the best time for most weed treatment and removal).

If weeds have produced seed, seeds should be contained and removed prior to or during weed removal where feasible.

All works are to be undertaken from least to worst weed affected areas where feasible.

Weed control techniques

A guide to weed removal techniques for each weed species will be developed by a weed specialist once detailed weed mapping has been undertaken.

Weed control techniques to be applied in each case will depend on the species, time of year and extent of infestation. Hand removal and other minimal impact techniques should be the first preference where practical.

Requirements for weed control and disposal will be detailed in the site-specific Clearing and Grubbing Plan, prepared in accordance with the Vegetation Clearing Procedure.

In areas of high weed infestation identified during the pre-clearing surveys, ensure all plant, vehicles and footwear are washed down in an allocated wash-down area prior to departing site for the duration of construction to avoid the spread of weeds.

Application of herbicides and/or pesticides should be undertaken by suitably trained and certified personnel in accordance with WorkCover requirements.

2.3 Ongoing management

Disturbed and/or rehabilitated sites are to be monitored for new weeds and weed infestations during the weekly environmental inspection and any observations recorded on the weekly environmental inspection checklist. Any further weed control activities required are to be actioned in accordance with Section 8.1 of the CEMP.

2.4 Weed disposal

Where weeds cannot be effectively destroyed prior to topsoil stripping, contaminated topsoil will be isolated and either sterilised, encapsulated by deep burying, or disposed of at an approved off site facility (in accordance with the Waste and Resource Management Plan). Weeds are to be segregated and bagged (where possible) when disposing off site. Transport must be covered to further reduce the potential for spread of weed propagules.

Legend

Responsibilities


EM – Environment and Sustainability Manager

EA – Environmental Adviser

Determine weed removal methods Treatment methods and timing to be determined by species’ ecology and construction requirements and

to be informed by an ecologist or weed specialist Weed removal requirements to be provided in Clearing and Grubbing Plan

[EA]

Establish environmental controls Establish exclusion areas where necessary to separate areas of significant weed infestation

Install wheel wash and rumble grids at construction sites Program works from least to most weed infested areas, where possible

[EA]

Assess site: Undertake weed audit of site

Prepare weed maps for project area [EA]

Undertake weed control/removal Undertake slashing / mowing of weed infestations prior to seeding

Weed removal and management to be in accordance with a Clearing and Grubbing Plan, prepared in accordance with the Vegetation Clearing Procedure

[EM]

Stabilise area All bare soil areas should be stabilised to minimise erosion and further weed problems

[SS]

Ongoing management Clean machinery, vehicles and footwear when moving between sites

Ensure topsoil imported onto site is free of weed propagules (test at a NATA-approved laboratory if required)

Minimise soil disturbance within weed infested areas Monitor disturbed and rehabilitated sites for presence of weeds

[EA]

Dispose of weeds Dispose of weeds and weed contaminated material, including soil, at an appropriately licensed waste

management facility in accordance with the Waste and Resource Management Plan Cover loads that contain weed material

Do not use weeds as mulch Do not reuse vegetation or topsoil containing weed material on site unless appropriately treated

[EM]


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Attachment 1 Noxious and environmental weeds known to occur in the project area

Table 1 identifies all weed species identified during vegetation surveys undertaken for the M4 East EIS. Weed status, i.e. Noxious (N) or Environmental (E) is provided as well as noxious weed class. Noxious weed classifications are provided in Table 2. Refer to the Noxious Weeds (Weed Control) Order 2014 for the legal requirements for each species declared within each Local Government Area (LGA). Only Class 4 Noxious Weeds have been recorded in the project area.

Table 1 Noxious and environmental weeds

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Araujia sericifera Moth Vine N 4 - - -

Asparagus aethiopicus Asparagus Fern N 4 4 4 4

Asparagus plumosus Climbing Asparagus Fern N 4 4 4 4

Bidens pilosa Cobbler's Pegs E - - - -

Bromus catharticus Prairie Grass E - - - -

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Balloon Vine N 4 4 - -

Cinnamomum camphora Camphor Laurel E - - - -

Cotoneaster

glaucophyllus

Cotoneaster E - - - -

Ehrharta erecta Panic Veldtgrass E - - - -


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Weed species

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Foeniculum vulgare Fennel E - - - -

Ipomoea indica Morning Glory N 4 4 - -

Lantana camara Lantana N 4 4 4 4

Lantana montevidensis Creeping Lantana N 4 4 4 4

Ligustrum lucidum Large-leaved Privet N 4 4 4 4

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Ligustrum sinense Small-leaved Privet N 4 4 4 4

Ochna serrulata Mickey Mouse Plant N 4 4 - -

Olea europaea subsp.

cuspidata

African Olive E - - - -

Paspalum dilatatum Paspalum E - - - -

Pennisetum

clandestinum

Kikuyu Grass E - - - -

Senna pendula var.

glabrata

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Weed species

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Sida rhombifolia Paddy's Lucerne E - - - -

Solanum nigrum Black-berry Nightshade E - - - -

# E – Environmental; N - Noxious

Table 2 Noxious weed classifications

Control class Example control requirements

Class 1 The plant must be eradicated from the land and the land must be kept free of the

plant.

The weeds are also "notifiable" and a range of restrictions on their sale and

movement exist.

Class 2 The plant must be eradicated from the land and the land must be kept free of the

plant.

The weeds are also "notifiable" and a range of restrictions on their sale and

movement exist.

Class 3 The plant must be fully and continuously suppressed and destroyed.*

Class 4 The growth of the plant must be managed in a manner that continuously inhibits

the ability of the plant to spread*

Class 5 There are no requirements to control existing plants of Class 5 weeds.

However, the weeds are "notifiable" and a range of restrictions on their sale and

movement exists.

* In some cases the following wording has also been inserted “the plant may not be sold, propagated or knowingly

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Annexure E Flora and fauna constraints map

The following constraints maps have been developed using the OEH data set ‘The Native Vegetation of the Sydney Metropolitan Area (OEH 2013), VIS_ID 3817.

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