We purchased a three hectare parcel of land located in the heart of Ipswich in March 2014. The land contains a series of water bodies known as the ‘Coffin Holes’. … Continue reading Battling Salvinia: a landholder’s tale
Land for Wildlife member, Leanne Field, releasing Salvinia Weevils into a Salvinia infestation on her property. Regarded as one of the worst weeds in Australia, Salvinia (Salvinia molesta) is a … Continue reading Weevils Help Control Salvinia
In recent years, the introduction of the exotic Asian Melastome (Melastoma candidum) has been a source of concern as it is similar in appearance and often confused with the native … Continue reading Native Blue Tongue vs Exotic Asian Melastome
We have a weed around here called Castor Oil Plant and it comes up all along our creeks. It has large-lobed leaves that makes it easy to recognise and identify. … Continue reading Castor Oil Plant