20 September 2016 - Town of Claremont
Transcription
20 September 2016 - Town of Claremont
TOWN OF CLAREMONT NOTICE OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an ORDINARY Meeting of the Council will be held, on TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016, commencing at 7:00 PM at the Town of Claremont, Claremont Council Chambers, 308 Stirling Highway, Claremont. Liz Ledger ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Date: DISCLAIMER Would all members of the public please note that they are cautioned against taking any action as a result of a Council decision tonight until such time as they have seen a copy of the Minutes or have been advised, in writing, by the Council’s Administration with regard to any particular decision. ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS ITEM SUBJECT PAGE NO 1 DECLARATION OF OPENING/ANNOUNCEMENT OF VISITORS ............ 1 2 RECORD OF ATTENDANCE/APOLOGIES/LEAVE OF ABSENCE .......... 1 3 DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS .................................................................. 1 4 RESPONSE TO PREVIOUS PUBLIC QUESTIONS TAKEN ON NOTICE . 1 5 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME .......................................................................... 1 6 PUBLIC STATEMENT TIME ....................................................................... 1 7 APPLICATIONS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE ............................................ 1 8 PETITIONS/DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS ........................................ 1 9 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS ..................... 1 10 ANNOUNCEMENT OF CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS FOR WHICH MEETING MAY BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC ......................................... 1 11 BUSINESS NOT DEALT WITH FROM A PREVIOUS MEETING ............... 1 12 REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ..................................................................... 1 13 REPORTS OF THE CEO............................................................................. 2 13.1 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT .................................................. 2 13.1.1 LOT 405 (10) GLENWAY CRESCENT, SWANBOURNE DELETION OF CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL ............................................................................ 2 13.2 CORPORATE AND GOVERNANCE .............................................. 10 13.2.1 LIST OF PAYMENTS 1 TO 31 AUGUST 2016 .................... 10 13.2.2 MONTHLY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 31 JULY 2016 ................................. 12 13.2.3 APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE TO LAKE CLAREMONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE ................... 14 13.2.4 NEW LOCAL LAW - SITE EROSION AND SAND DRIFT LOCAL LAW 2016 ................................................................ 17 13.3 INFRASTRUCTURE ....................................................................... 20 Page (i) ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 13.3.1 LAKE CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2016-21 PUBLIC CONSULTATION ................................................... 20 13.3.2 LAKE CLAREMONT OPERATIONAL PLAN 2016-17 .......... 29 14 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE PRESIDING PERSON ............................... 33 15 ELECTED MEMBERS’ MOTIONS OF WHICH PREVIOUS NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN............................................................................................. 33 16 NEW BUSINESS OF AN URGENT NATURE APPROVED BY THE PERSON PRESIDING OR BY DECISION OF MEETING ......................... 33 17 CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS FOR WHICH THE MEETING MAY BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC ....................................................................... 33 18 FUTURE MEETINGS OF COUNCIL ......................................................... 33 19 DECLARATION OF CLOSURE OF MEETING ......................................... 33 Page (ii) ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 TOWN OF CLAREMONT ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 AGENDA 1 DECLARATION OF OPENING/ANNOUNCEMENT OF VISITORS 2 RECORD OF ATTENDANCE/APOLOGIES/LEAVE OF ABSENCE 3 DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS 4 RESPONSE TO PREVIOUS PUBLIC QUESTIONS TAKEN ON NOTICE 5 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 6 PUBLIC STATEMENT TIME 7 APPLICATIONS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE 8 PETITIONS/DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS 9 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 6 September 2016 be confirmed. 10 ANNOUNCEMENT OF CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS FOR WHICH MEETING MAY BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC 11 BUSINESS NOT DEALT WITH FROM A PREVIOUS MEETING 12 REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Page 1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 13 REPORTS OF THE CEO 13.1 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 13.1.1 LOT 405 (10) GLENWAY CRESCENT, SWANBOURNE - DELETION OF CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL File Ref: A-5013 Attachments – Public: Location Map Photograph Attachments – Restricted: Applicant’s Justification Letter Responsible Officer: David Vinicombe Executive Manager Planning and Development Author: John Humphreys Manager Planning Proposed Meeting Date: 20 September 2016 Date Prepared: 29 August 2016 Planning Application No.: DA 2016.00121 60 Days Due Date: 30 September 20016 Property Owner: M A Buchanan Submitted By: M.A Buchanan Lot No.: 405 Area of Lot: 499m2 Zoning: Residential R20 Financial Implications: Nil Enabling Legislation: Planning and Development Act 2005 (PDA) Town Planning Scheme 3 (TPS3) Lakeway Design Guidelines 2009 (LDG) Summary • Application for development approval received for the deletion of condition 5(f) of the existing development approval for a single house dated 19 September 2012 which requires the installation of a greywater system for recycling water on site. • The owner has applied to have the condition deleted in order for a caveat to be removed from the Certificate of Title. • Application is recommended for approval, subject to relevant conditions. Purpose The owner is seeking the permanent removal of a caveat from the Certificate of Title, primarily for refinancing purposes. The caveat requires purchasers of lots to comply Page 2 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 with the Lakeway Design Guidelines. Prior to the removal of the caveat the owner must demonstrate compliance with conditions of planning approval. The owner is requesting Council to delete a condition of the development approval dated 19 September 2012 relating to the provision of a greywater system. It is noted that the address of the property has changed from the original approval which related to 10 Aceway Lane, Swanbourne. Background The following table outlines key dates regarding this proposal: Date 2 August 2016 3 August 2016 N/A N/A N/A N/A 29 August 2016 Item/Outcome Development application received by Council. Application undergoes internal DCU assessment. Additional information requested from applicant. Advertising commenced. Additional information received from applicant. Advertising closed. Report prepared for Council. Past Resolutions Ordinary Council Meeting 18 September 2012, Resolution No. 173/12: THAT Council grant Development Approval for a proposed two storey dwelling at Lot 405 (10) Aceway Lane, Swanbourne, subject to the following conditions and advice notes: 1. In order to minimise overlooking of the adjoining western property, a privacy screen shall be installed between the east most portion of balcony, measuring 4.82m in length and 5.29m in width, and the west most portion of balcony, measuring 0.7m in length and 4.745m in width, as shown in ‘red’ on the approved upper floor plan. The privacy screen shall be installed to a minimum height of 1.65m above the finished floor level of the balcony, and shall be provided in accordance with the Residential Design Codes; 2. The north facing window to Bedroom 5 shall be made to comply with the requirements of Clause 6.8.1 A1 – Visual Privacy of the Residential Design Codes. Amended plans demonstrating compliance with this condition shall be included with the application for Building Permit; 3. The existing fencing on the northern and eastern property boundary, provided as part of the original subdivision, shall not be removed or modified in any way; 4. All fencing shall comply with the requirements of Clause 7.9.3 - Fencing of the Lakeway Design Guidelines and details, including elevations and infill details, shall be submitted with the application for Building Permit for approval by the Executive Manager Planning and Development; 5. Prior to the submission of a Building Permit application, the development shall comply with the following requirements of the Lakeway Design Guidelines (as amended), to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development: Page 3 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 a) External materials, finishes, and colours, to harmonise with those of the surrounding dwellings, and details of these are to be submitted to, and approved by the Town; b) TV antennae to be located within the roof space; c) Outbuildings to be located within the building envelope and constructed to match the walls and roof of the dwelling; d) Installation of a solar power system, to the specifications of a suitably qualified installer, that provides for the energy needs of the subject dwelling’s likely household; e) Installation of a gas boosted solar hot water system, or a similar heating system that generates equal or less greenhouse gas emissions, that provides for the solar hot water needs of the subject dwelling’s likely household; and f) Installation of a greywater reuse system using purple pipe work, to the specifications of a suitably qualified plumber, that provides for greywater reuse opportunities of the subject dwelling’s likely household. 6. The applicant/owner shall, within 90 days of the date of this approval, submit plans, details, and other suitable information that demonstrates how matters raised in Condition 5 will be complied with, and this information is all to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development; 7. Prior to the occupation of the dwelling, the applicant/owner shall demonstrate that all works required by Condition 5 have been completed to the specifications of a relevantly qualified person, and all to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development; 8. The external face of the boundary wall to be finished to the satisfaction of the adjoining neighbour or, in the event of a dispute, to be finished to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development; 9. Internal vehicle accesses and paths to be designed in such a manner as to prevent storm water entering the property from the road and footpath; 10. Maximum width of crossover shall not exceed 5.0 metres; 11. The development to comply with any details marked in ‘red’ on the approved drawings; 12. All storm water to be retained on site; 13. On completion of construction, all excess articles, equipment, rubbish, and materials shall be removed from the site, and the site shall be left in an orderly and tidy condition, to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development; 14. All rubbish bins, clothes-drying areas and air-conditioning units are to be screened from the view from the public open space to the north, any public street and/or right-of-way; 15. In all other respects, development shall occur in accordance with the drawings submitted with the application for planning approval (Planning Application 2012/00095), as amended by these conditions, and any modifications noted in red on the approved drawings; and Page 4 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 16. The application is valid only if the development is commenced within 24 months of the date of approval. ADVICE NOTES (i) This Planning Approval is not an authorisation to commence construction. A Building Permit must be obtained from Council’s Building Services prior to commencing any works; (ii) Should you be aggrieved by any conditions imposed by Council’s decision, you are advised that you may have the right of appeal. Such an appeal should be lodged with the State Administrative Tribunal within twenty eight (28) days of this approval. The appeal forms are available from the Department of Justice web site at www.sat.justice.wa.gov.au; (iii) The applicant is reminded of the requirements of the Lakeway Design Guidelines (amended 2009), and the need to comply with these, prior to the request for the Town to remove the Caveat. The Design Guidelines are available at: http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au; (iv) The applicant is reminded of, and encouraged to comply with, the following requirements of the Lakeway Design Guideline (as amended 2009): a) i. To use: Alternative/innovative roofing materials; ii. A combination of materials from the palette provided within Clause 7.9.2 of the Lakeway Design Guideline (as amended 2009); and iii. 4 star dual flush toilets and 3 star fixtures on all other water appliances. b) That: i. Pedestrian and vehicle access gates complement the design, materials, finish, and detailing of the adjacent fencing; ii. Letterboxes shall be incorporated into the design of the front fence, or be solid masonry or concrete, and finished to complement the dwelling; and iii. To demonstrate compliance with the above, the applicant is requested to submit a report outlining compliance, including a schedule of fixtures and appliances, within 90 days of this approval, or prior to the occupation of the dwelling. (v) In regard to Condition 5 f), relating to the greywater reuse system, the Town may consider an alternative proposal to a greywater reuse system, provided it can demonstrate that comparable water or energy or environmental benefits can be achieved to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development; (vi) In regard to advice note (v), the Executive Manager Planning and Development may request general or specialist professional advice on the alternative proposal, and all reasonable costs will be at the expense of the applicant/owner. Page 5 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 (vii) Condition 2 can be satisfied by raising the window sill height to at least 1.6m above the finished floor level of the bedroom; (viii) The applicant is advised that a separate crossover application will be required prior to the installation/construction of any crossover or associated works; (ix) For all vehicle accesses where there is a grade change, or an irregularity in the vertical alignment, please refer to AS 2890.1:2004 for ground clearance template; (x) The applicant/owner is advised to liaise with the adjoining landowners where trees, vegetation, dividing fences or other structures may be affected due to work on, or near the property boundaries; and (xi) The applicant/owner is advised of the following health requirements from the Town’s Health Services. Should any advice be unclear, please contact the Town’s Health Services on 9285 4300: a) b) c) All plant and machinery (such as air conditioners and pool pumps) being suitably sound proofed to comply with the requirements of the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997; Works that are to be undertaken on site are to comply with the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997; and Under the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997, no work is to be permitted or suffered to be carried out: i. Before 7:00am or after 6:00pm between Monday and Saturday inclusive; or ii. On a Sunday or public holiday. CARRIED (NO DISSENT) Heritage The property is not listed on the Town's Schedule of Heritage Places. Consultation Consultation not required in this instance. Discussion The subject land is within the Lakeway development area where an agreement was included in the contract of sale and reinforced by caveat on Title requiring development of the site to comply with the Lakeway Design Guidelines. The primary purpose of the development application is to facilitate the removal of the caveat to allow re-financing of the property to occur. The owner could apply for a temporary lifting of the caveat to undertake the re-financing, however prefers to seek the permanent removal so as to unencumber the Certificate of Title and reduce legal costs. A s70A Notification under the Transfer of Land Act 1893 will be placed on the Certificate of Title advising that development on the land must continue to comply with the Lakeway Design Guidelines. The owner of 10 Glenway Crescent has requested that condition 5(f) of Development Approval dated 19 September 2012 be deleted. Page 6 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Condition 5(f) states: 5. “Prior to the submission of a Building Permit application the development shall comply with the following requirements of the Lakeway Design Guidelines (as amended), to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development: f) Installation of a greywater reuse system using purple pipe work, to the specifications of a suitably qualified plumber, that provides for greywater reuse opportunities of the subject dwelling’s likely household.” Further, Advice Note 5 of the approval mentions that in regard to Condition 5(f), relating to the greywater reuse system, the Town may consider an alternative proposal to a greywater reuse system, provided it can demonstrate that comparable water or energy or environmental benefits can be achieved to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development. Construction of the residence was completed in 2014 however there is no evidence to confirm the owner sought approval for the installation of a greywater reuse system. The owner has subsequently advised that the greywater plumbing was installed but, upon advice from the installer, did not proceed with laying the garden irrigation system. The reason given that the installer strongly advised against installing a greywater system as the amount of greywater the household would be producing was far in excess of what was required for the limited garden area and that there was a risk of runoff entering the surrounding parklands and ultimately Lake Claremont. It appears that this decision not to install the irrigation system was undertaken without consultation with the Town’s Environmental Health Officer. Since that time a swimming pool has been installed, along with brick paving and artificial lawn. The Town’s Principal Environmental Health Officer advises that there is no possibility of installing or utilising the site for greywater reuse on the property. In considering the request to delete condition 5(f) the owner advises that a 6kW photovoltaic system with a 5kW inverter has been installed, the maximum permitted by Western Power and significantly larger than the suggested 1.5kW in the Lakeway Design Guidelines. In addition an electric heat pump hot water system has been installed to take advantage of the additional solar generating capacity installed, thus minimizing the carbon footprint. Both of these systems exceed the basic energy consumption requirements contained in the guidelines and accordingly the terms of advice note 5, which alludes to the relaxation of the greywater system requirement in lieu of providing other environmental benefits, can be satisfied. Conclusion Based on the above, it is recommended that a new approval be granted for the dwelling subject to the original conditions modified to exclude reference to the provision of a greywater reuse system and acknowledgement of the retrospective nature of the approval. Secondary to this approval, the requirement for the s70A notification on Title requiring the ongoing compliance with the Lakeway Design Guidelines will also need to include the modified and upgraded solar power system to ensure it is not reduced in the future. Page 7 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Voting Requirements Simple majority decision of Council required. OFFICER RECOMMENDATION THAT Council grant Development Approval for a proposed two storey dwelling at Lot 405 (10) Glenway Crescent, Swanbourne, subject to the following conditions and advice notes: 1. In order to minimise overlooking of the adjoining western property, a privacy screen shall be installed between the east most portion of balcony, measuring 4.82m in length and 5.29m in width, and the west most portion of balcony, measuring 0.7m in length and 4.745m in width, as shown in ‘red’ on the approved upper floor plan. The privacy screen shall be installed to a minimum height of 1.65m above the finished floor level of the balcony, and shall be provided in accordance with the Residential Design Codes. 2. The north facing window to Bedroom 5 shall be made to comply with the requirements of Clause 6.8.1 A1 – Visual Privacy of the Residential Design Codes. Amended plans demonstrating compliance with this condition shall be included with the application for Building Permit. 3. The existing fencing on the northern and eastern property boundary, provided as part of the original subdivision, shall not be removed or modified in any way. 4. All fencing shall comply with the requirements of Clause 7.9.3 - Fencing of the Lakeway Design Guidelines and details, including elevations and infill details, shall be submitted with the application for Building Permit for approval by the Executive Manager Planning and Development. 5. Prior to the submission of a Building Permit application, the development shall comply with the following requirements of the Lakeway Design Guidelines (as amended), to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development: a) External materials, finishes, and colours, to harmonise with those of the surrounding dwellings, and details of these are to be submitted to, and approved by the Town; b) TV antennae to be located within the roof space; c) Outbuildings to be located within the building envelope and constructed to match the walls and roof of the dwelling; d) Retention of the 6kW photovoltaic solar power system and 5kW inverter with associated heat pumps, to the specifications of a suitably qualified installer, that provide for the energy needs of the subject dwelling’s household; e) Retention of the gas boosted solar hot water system that provides for the solar hot water needs of the subject dwelling’s likely household. 6. The external face of the boundary wall to be finished to the satisfaction of the adjoining neighbour or, in the event of a dispute, to be finished to the satisfaction of the Executive Manager Planning and Development. Page 8 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 7. Internal vehicle accesses and paths to be designed in such a manner as to prevent storm water entering the property from the road and footpath. 8. Maximum width of crossover shall not exceed 5.0 metres. 9. The development to comply with any details marked in ‘red’ on the approved drawings. 10. All storm water to be retained on site. 11. All rubbish bins, clothes-drying areas and air-conditioning units are to be screened from the view from the public open space to the north, any public street and/or right-of-way. 12. In all other respects, development shall occur in accordance with the drawings submitted with the application for planning approval (Development Application 2012/00095), as amended by these conditions, and any modifications noted in red on the approved drawings. ADVICE NOTES (i) This Development Approval is not an authorisation to commence construction. A Building Permit must be obtained from Council’s Building Services prior to commencing any works. (ii) Should you be aggrieved by any conditions imposed by Council’s decision, you are advised that you may have the right of review. Such a review should be lodged with the State Administrative Tribunal within twenty eight (28) days of this approval. The review forms are available from the Department of Justice web site at www.sat.justice.wa.gov.au. (iii) The applicant is reminded of the requirements of the Lakeway Design Guidelines (amended 2009), and the need to comply with these, prior to the request for the Town to remove the Caveat. The Design Guidelines are available at: http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au. (iv) The applicant/owner is advised of the following health requirements from the Town’s Health Services. Should any advice be unclear, please contact the Town’s Health Services on 9285 4300: a) All plant and machinery (such as air conditioners and pool pumps) being suitably sound proofed to comply with the requirements of the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997; b) Works that are to be undertaken on site are to comply with the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997; and c) Under the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997, no work is to be permitted or suffered to be carried out: i. Before 7:00am or after 6:00pm between Monday and Saturday inclusive; or ii. On a Sunday or public holiday. Page 9 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT LOT 405 (10) GLENWAY CRESCENT, SWANBOURNE - DELETION OF CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL LOCATION MAP 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 – PUBLIC PAGES 1 LOT 405 (10) GLENWAY CRESCENT, SWANBOURNE General Location: Lot 405 (10) Glenway Crescent, Swanbourne (Map data 2016 Google) ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING – 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT LOT 405 (10) GLENWAY CRESCENT, SWANBOURNE - DELETION OF CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL PHOTOGRAPH 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 2 – PUBLIC PAGES 1 LOT 405 (10) GLENWAY CRESCENT, SWANBOURNE Lot 405 (10) Glenway Crescent, Swanbourne (side view) Lot 405 (10) Glenway Crescent, Swanbourne (front view) ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING – 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 13.2 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 CORPORATE AND GOVERNANCE 13.2.1 LIST OF PAYMENTS 1 TO 31 AUGUST 2016 File Ref: FIM00062 Attachments: Schedule of Payments to August 2016 NAB Purchase Card Statement July 2016 NAB Purchase Card Statement August 2016 Responsible Officer: Les Crichton Executive Manager Corporate and Governance Author: Edwin Kwan Finance Officer Proposed Meeting Date: 20 September 2016 Purpose For Council to note the payments made in August 2016. Background Council has delegated to the CEO the exercise of its power to make payments from the Municipal Fund or Trust Fund. The CEO is then required to prepare a list of accounts, for recording in the Minutes, detailing those payments made since the last list was presented. Discussion Attached is the list of all accounts paid totalling $1,338,237.90 during the month of August 2016. The attached schedule covers: • • • • • Municipal Funds electronic funds transfers (EFT) $ Municipal Fund vouchers (39482-39483) $ Municipal Fund direct debits $ Trust Fund electronic funds transfer (EFT) $ Trust Fund vouchers $ 862,655.97 555.99 444,392.46 30,633.48 0.00 All invoices have been verified, and all payments have been duly authorised in accordance with Council’s procedures. Past Resolutions Ordinary Council Meeting 16 August 2016, Resolution 132/16: That Council notes all payments made for July 2016 totalling $1,587,792.38 comprising; Municipal Funds electronic funds transfers (EFT) Municipal Fund vouchers (39476-39481) Municipal Fund direct debits Trust Fund electronic funds transfer (EFT) Trust Fund vouchers Page 10 $ $ $ $ $ 1,080,546.29 20,747.55 437,825.87 48,672.67 0.00 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Financial and Staff Implication Resource requirements are in accordance with existing budgetary allocation. Policy and Statutory Implications Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996, Regulations 12- 13. Town of Claremont Delegation Register Item 37. Communication / Consultation N/A Urgency N/A Voting Requirements Simple majority decision of Council required. Officer Recommendation THAT Council notes all payments made for August 2016 totalling $1,338,237.90 comprising; Municipal Funds electronic funds transfers (EFT) $ 862,655.97 Municipal Fund vouchers (39482-39483) $ 555.99 Municipal Fund direct debits $ 444,392.46 Trust Fund electronic funds transfer (EFT) $ 30,633.48 Trust Fund vouchers $ 0.00 Page 11 CORPORATE LIST OF PAYMENTS 1 TO 31 AUGUST 2016 SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS TO AUGUST 2016 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS 1-31 AUGUST 2016 Date 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 18/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFERS AUGUST 2016 - MUNICIPAL FUND Details Ref. Name EFT01365 ADAMS & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD Claremont Aquatic Centre Redevelopment EFT01359 AKASHIC GARDENS Maintenance of Herb Garden - Museum EFT01359 ALL FENCE U RENT Fence Hire SMH EFT01365 ALL FENCE U RENT Fence Hire SMH EFT01364 ALLIED EXPRESS TRANSPORT PTY LTD Courier Expenses EFT01365 ALLMARK & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD Various Signs at Park EFT01365 ALSCO Feminine hygiene unit EFT01365 AMCOM PTY LTD Internet Services EFT01365 ANDREW J QUILTY 2nd place winner in 2016 ToC Art Award EFT01365 ANNETTE BROWN Pre-employment NPC EFT01362 APRA Annual Licence - Community Development EFT01364 APRA Annual Licence - Aquatic Centre EFT01362 ARMAGUARD Bank Fee - Aquatic Centre EFT01359 ATI-MIRAGE Letter writing course - two staff EFT01359 AUSTRAL MERCANTILE COLLECTIONS P/L Debt Collection Fees EFT01365 AUSTRAL MERCANTILE COLLECTIONS P/L Debt Collection Fees EFT01364 AUSTRALIA POST - 623462 Postage EFT01364 AUSTRALIA POST - 673027 Postage EFT01365 AUSTRALIAN PAPER Paper EFT01359 AUSTRALIAN PLANT WHOLESALERS Various Tree Works EFT01359 AUSTRALIAN TAXATION OFFICE PAYG July 2016 EFT01364 AUSTRALIAN TAXATION OFFICE PAYG August 2016 EFT01364 AVANTGARDE TECHNOLOGIES IT infrastructure audit EFT01364 BEAVER TREE SERVICES Various Tree Works EFT01359 BENARA NURSERIES Various Tree Works EFT01365 BENARA NURSERIES Various Tree Works EFT01362 Bethesda Hospital Refund Overpaid Rates A2964, A5343, A5344 & A5342 EFT01362 BOX CORPORATE Milk Order for Admin Office EFT01359 BOYAN ELECTRICAL SERVICES Repairs and Maintenance EFT01362 BOYAN ELECTRICAL SERVICES Repairs and Maintenance EFT01364 BOYAN ELECTRICAL SERVICES Repairs and Maintenance EFT01365 BOYAN ELECTRICAL SERVICES Repairs and Maintenance EFT01365 BOYAN ELECTRICAL SERVICES Repairs and Maintenance EFT01359 C.V.P. ELECTRICAL CO Repairs and Maintenance EFT01362 C.V.P. ELECTRICAL CO Repairs and Maintenance EFT01362 CHILD SUPPORT AGENCY Child Support from Employee EFT01364 CHILD SUPPORT AGENCY Child Support from Employee EFT01359 CHLOE BANYARD Pre-employment NPC#1876942 on 22/6/16 EFT01359 CITY OF NEDLANDS Building Approval EFT01364 CLAREMONT ART FRAMERS AND GALLERY Councillors framed photograph EFT01359 CLAREMONT LAWN TENNIS CLUB INC. Ground maintenance subsidy for the quarter EFT01365 CLAREMONT NEDLANDS LIONS CLUB (INC.) 2016-17 Waste Calendar Delivery EFT01359 CLAREMONT POOL SERVICE Repair damaged pool vac EFT01359 CLEAN CITY GROUP PTY LTD Assisting with tree planting EFT01362 CLEAN CITY GROUP PTY LTD Various Street Works EFT01364 CLEAN CITY GROUP PTY LTD Various Street Works EFT01365 CLEAN CITY GROUP PTY LTD Various Street Works EFT01359 COLLEAGUES NAGLES Printing - Parking EFT01362 COMMERCIAL AQUATICS AUSTRALIA Service chlorine gas rate meter EFT01362 COMPU-STOR External Record Storage EFT01359 CORNERSTONE RENOVATIONS Repairs and Maintenance EFT01362 CORNERSTONE RENOVATIONS Replace 13 decking boards at lakeway subdivision EFT01365 CORNERSTONE RENOVATIONS Gate for external storage - MoW EFT01359 DEBBIE NEALE Colouring in sheets for children's activities EFT01365 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT Vehicle owner search fees July 2016 EFT01362 DIELECTRIC SECURITY SYSTEMS Various Building Security EFT01365 DIXON CONCRETE 14 A Mengler Ave concrete apron EFT01364 DONEGAN ENTERPRISES PTY LTD Replace rebound buffer on scale swing at Cresswell EFT01359 DOOR REPAIRS WA Repair of Roller door remote - O'Connor EFT01362 DRAINFLOW SERVICES PTY LTD Investigate & unblock drain at 44 Devon Road EFT01365 ENVAR SERVICE PTY LTD Service air con unit in corporate gym EFT01362 ENVIROCARE SYSTEMS Cleaning at Aquatic Centre EFT01362 EVOLUTION TRAFFIC CONTROL PTY LTD T/A TRS Various Traffic Control EFT01365 EVOLUTION TRAFFIC CONTROL PTY LTD T/A TRS Various Traffic Control EFT01365 FAST FINISHING SERVICES Binding Council Minutes April 2016 EFT01364 FEAST CAFE Catering for Council dinner 2 August 2016 EFT01362 FREO FIRE SERVICES PTY LTD Fire detection maintenance EFT01359 GOODALL’S BRICKPAVING & MINI BOBCAT SERVICERepair tactiles & pave-lock paving at Glenway Cr EFT01362 GOODALL’S BRICKPAVING & MINI BOBCAT SERVICEVarious Street Works EFT01364 GOODALL’S BRICKPAVING & MINI BOBCAT SERVICEBricks for paving kerb at Anzac Cottage EFT01365 GOODALL’S BRICKPAVING & MINI BOBCAT SERVICEVarious Kerb Works EFT01362 GPS ON BAYVIEW Pre-employment medicals EFT01364 GPS ON BAYVIEW Pre-employment medicals EFT01362 HAWAIIAN MANAGEMENT PTY LTD Telecommunications Rental 1/8/16 to 31/8/16 EFT01364 HJY CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD Painting of SMH EFT01362 HOPE VALLEY NURSERY Materials for Verges EFT01359 HORTWEST INDUSTRIES Treatment of scale on Chinese Tallows - Bernard St Page 1 Amount $ 480.00 $ 90.00 $ 886.89 $ 295.63 $ 46.97 $ 841.50 $ 371.44 $ 8,632.31 $ 2,500.00 $ 52.60 $ 301.64 $ 178.19 $ 750.08 $ 766.70 $ 190.74 $ 1,535.40 $ 4,982.30 $ 1,815.12 $ 211.75 $ 1,232.00 $ 46,698.00 $ 45,176.00 $ 8,140.00 $ 1,749.00 $ 5,399.63 $ 3,711.02 $ 834.08 $ 232.72 $ 264.00 $ 1,445.40 $ 682.00 $ 1,148.40 $ 3,817.00 $ 7,880.84 $ 1,056.28 $ 611.82 $ 611.82 $ 61.80 $ 6,760.60 $ 426.00 $ 9,625.00 $ 800.00 $ 603.99 $ 393.25 $ 3,366.00 $ 3,092.10 $ 9,174.00 $ 1,265.19 $ 104.50 $ 509.85 $ 220.00 $ 2,370.50 $ 1,498.20 $ 130.00 $ 2,358.95 $ 1,049.95 $ 715.00 $ 154.00 $ 698.50 $ 528.00 $ 489.50 $ 182.82 $ 813.45 $ 2,796.20 $ 93.50 $ 680.00 $ 327.25 $ 1,446.50 $ 5,589.65 $ 939.02 $ 470.25 $ 580.00 $ 290.00 $ 742.81 $ 15,510.00 $ 3,888.50 $ 121.00 SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS 1-31 AUGUST 2016 Date 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 5/08/2016 5/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 5/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 18/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 18/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 11/08/2016 18/08/2016 25/08/2016 4/08/2016 4/08/2016 25/08/2016 Ref. EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01364 EFT01362 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01359 EFT01364 EFT01362 EFT01359 EFT01360 EFT01360 EFT01362 EFT01365 EFT01364 EFT01362 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01364 EFT01359 EFT01360 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01362 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01364 EFT01364 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01364 EFT01359 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01362 EFT01362 EFT01362 EFT01359 EFT01364 EFT01359 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01364 EFT01359 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01359 EFT01359 EFT01362 EFT01364 EFT01365 EFT01359 EFT01359 EFT01365 Name HORTWEST INDUSTRIES HORTWEST INDUSTRIES HORTWEST INDUSTRIES ICTC SOCIETY INC INSIGHT CALL CENTRE SERVICES J & V CONTRACTORS J & V CONTRACTORS J & V CONTRACTORS JIM'S MOWING (NORTH MOSMAN PARK) KERB DOCTOR KERB DOCTOR KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS KONICA MINOLTA EQUIPMENT FINANCE LANDGATE - MIDLAND LANDGATE - MIDLAND LAWN CULTURE LGIS INSURANCE BROKING LGIS INSURANCE BROKING LGISWA LGRCEU LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGERS AUSTRALIA-WA LOTHBURY PTY LTD M2 TECHNOLOGY PTY LTD MARKETFORCE MARKETFORCE MAXON AUSTRALIA MELVILLE SUBARU MICHAEL PAGE MICHAEL PAGE MICHAEL PAGE MICHAEL TREFUSIS-PAYNTER MR POTPLANTS OCE CORPORATE CLEANING OPTIMA PRESS PTY LTD OST (COUNCILFIRST) PALM SPRINGS PALM SPRINGS PERTH EXPO PERTH STITCHINGS PERTHWASTE PTY LTD PHIL JOHNSON PLUMBING AND GAS PHIL JOHNSON PLUMBING AND GAS PHIL JOHNSON PLUMBING AND GAS PIPELINE IRRIGATION PIPELINE IRRIGATION PLANNING CONTEXT PORT PRINTING WORKS PRESSED EARTH JUICES P/L (T/A PRESSED WHOLE) PROFESSIONAL PC SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL PC SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL TREE SURGEONS PROFESSIONAL TREE SURGEONS PROFESSIONAL TREE SURGEONS PROGILITY PTY LTD PROGILITY PTY LTD PROTEC ASPHALT ROBERT WALTERS ROBERT WALTERS ROBERT WALTERS ROBERT WALTERS SAFEMASTER SAFETY PRODUCTS SJR CIVIL CONSULTING PTY LTD SOIREE CATERING STAPLES (CORPORATE EXPRESS) STAPLES (CORPORATE EXPRESS) STAPLES (CORPORATE EXPRESS) STAPLES (CORPORATE EXPRESS) STRUCTERRE SUSTAINABLE OUTDOORS SVETLANA OSTROVSKY SYNERGY SYNERGY SYNERGY SYNERGY TASSIE DEVIL LINEMARKING TELSTRA TERMICO Details Gardening maintenance town wide for July 2016 Plant Korean Sun pears & Dianella's (12hrs) Various Road Works ICTC Conference - Councillors Overcall Fee for June 2016 Various Road Works Various Road Works Various Road Works Various Mowing Various Kerb Works Various Kerb Works Printing - Internal Printing - Internal Lease of printers GRV Schedule G2016/12 GRV Schedule G2016/13 Various mowing Insurance FY 2016-17 Insurance FY 2016-17 Insurance FY 2016-17 LGRCEU union fee from employee LGMA Memberships Catering for OCM dinner 16 August 2016 On hold and night service- July 2016 Print Ads for Art Award Public notice - CAPH advert 4/6/16 Invoice: 7504 Variable message board signage Vehicle service 37,500 km - 1EMM232 IT Support Officer Contractor IT Support Officer Contractor IT Support Officer Contractor Refund Overpaid Rates A1434 Hire of Equipment -plants for art award 19/8/16 Cleaning at various buildings Poster printing for Community Development Council First Software Bottled water Bottled water Hire of panels & lighting - Claremont No1 - Art Award Staff Uniform Domestic Waste Collection Repairs and Maintenance Repairs and Maintenance Repairs and Maintenance Irrigation Reticulation testing & repairs in parks & gardens Urban Planning - Stirling Highway Study Letterhead paper Mother's Day Activation 15-16 IT Support IT Support Various Tree Works Various Tree Works Various Tree Works Desk phones (3) for aquatic centre Palo Networks support -Annual subscription Various Road Works Finance Officer Contractor Finance Officer Contractor Finance Officer Contractor Finance Officer Contractor Safety Anchor Point compliance - No. 1 Claremont Road Safety Audit - Claremont Cr Function hosting City of Nedlands Stationery and Sundry Expenses Stationery and Sundry Expenses Stationery and Sundry Expenses Stationery and Sundry Expenses 15-16 Victoria Ave- Resheet Blow/rake leaves from sandpit @ Stirling Rd Park Reimbursement fuel Electricity at various places Electricity at various places Street lighting and electricity at various places Electricity Line Marking Landline and Mobile July 2016 Pest Control Page 2 Amount $ 18,941.27 $ 691.02 $ 4,312.00 $ 301.50 $ 482.63 $ 16,148.00 $ 1,727.00 $ 176.00 $ 275.00 $ 2,189.00 $ 888.25 $ 544.15 $ 183.40 $ 1,832.61 $ 253.94 $ 95.07 $ 264.00 $ 20,957.10 $ 14,822.50 $ 204,808.46 $ 164.00 $ 1,026.00 $ 680.00 $ 375.10 $ 5,116.74 $ 350.17 $ 946.00 $ 604.50 $ 5,375.91 $ 1,791.97 $ 1,791.97 $ 71.28 $ 462.00 $ 12,525.95 $ 127.60 $ 950.20 $ 6.26 $ 6.26 $ 6,439.95 $ 771.10 $ 28,401.94 $ 308.00 $ 144.00 $ 423.00 $ 616.00 $ 6,586.24 $ 726.00 $ 1,071.40 $ 320.00 $ 35.00 $ 1,026.88 $ 7,425.00 $ 15,878.50 $ 3,201.00 $ 635.22 $ 3,162.52 $ 2,590.50 $ 1,056.00 $ 1,056.00 $ 1,056.00 $ 1,056.00 $ 2,480.50 $ 1,980.00 $ 1,419.00 $ 255.39 $ 1,111.31 $ 36.92 $ 587.90 $ 1,778.70 $ 264.00 $ 48.61 $ 14,052.50 $ 2,829.15 $ 21,287.30 $ 2,040.10 $ 1,141.80 $ 4,890.89 $ 420.20 SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS 1-31 AUGUST 2016 Date Ref. 18/08/2016 EFT01364 11/08/2016 EFT01362 18/08/2016 EFT01364 18/08/2016 EFT01364 18/08/2016 EFT01364 4/08/2016 EFT01359 18/08/2016 EFT01364 25/08/2016 EFT01365 25/08/2016 EFT01365 25/08/2016 EFT01365 4/08/2016 EFT01359 4/08/2016 EFT01359 11/08/2016 EFT01362 18/08/2016 EFT01364 25/08/2016 EFT01365 4/08/2016 EFT01359 11/08/2016 EFT01362 25/08/2016 EFT01365 4/08/2016 EFT01359 11/08/2016 EFT01362 11/08/2016 EFT01362 11/08/2016 EFT01362 18/08/2016 EFT01364 25/08/2016 EFT01365 25/08/2016 EFT01365 Total EFT Total Number of EFT Transfers Details Name THE CANCER COUNCIL WESTERN AUSTRALIA 10% donation proceeds Rowe Park Tennis hire THE PAPER COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA Paper TIM'S GAS & HOME MAINTENANCE Repairs to damaged roof tile over café - Aquatic Centre TOTAL EDEN PTY LTD Various Park Works TRI UNDERGROUND AUSTRALIA PTY LTD CBD maintenance - Telstra lid TURFWORKS WA PTY LTD Various Park Works TURFWORKS WA PTY LTD Various Park Works TURFWORKS WA PTY LTD Various Park Works ULTRA TUNE CLAREMONT Service Vehicle Honda CRV (SW) VTI 2WD 1EFD956 VICKI MAREE TAN Rates Refund A5657 WALGA WALGA Subscriptions/Memberships 2016-17 WESTBOOKS Library Acquisitions WESTBOOKS Library Acquisitions WESTBOOKS Library Acquisitions WESTBOOKS Library Acquisitions WESTERN METROPOLITAN REGIONAL COUNCIL Domestic Refuse Service WESTERN METROPOLITAN REGIONAL COUNCIL Domestic Refuse Service WESTERN METROPOLITAN REGIONAL COUNCIL Domestic Refuse Service WESTERN POWER Streetlight design WESTERN POWER Relocation of Western Power pole on Cliff Way WOODLANDS DISTRIBUTORS AND AGENCIES PTY LTDoggy dumpage bags WORK CLOBBER Staff Uniforms/Protective Clothing WORK CLOBBER Staff Uniforms/Protective Clothing WORK CLOBBER Staff Uniforms/Protective Clothing ZIPFORM PTY LTD Production of the 2016-17 rate notices CHEQUES ISSUED AUGUST 2016 - MUNICIPAL FUND Date Ref. Name Cheque Posting D Document NoVendor No / Name 3/08/2016 39482 WATER CORPORATION 22/08/2016 39483 BRANDON WONG Total EFT Total Number of Cheques DIRECT DEBITS AUGUST 2016 - MUNICIPAL FUND Ref. Name NAB / CBA PERTHWASTE PAYROLL CALTEX SHELL IINET EXETEL SG FLEET Fines Enforcement Registry NAB Purchase Card NAB Purchase Card Total Direct Debits Date Details Description Water usage 1 Jetty Rd Claremont Rates Refund A5670 Amount Cheque Amount $ 321.63 $ 234.36 $ 555.99 2 Details Various Bank Fees Domestic Waste Collection Payroll and Superannuation Caltex card fuel expenses Shell card fuel expenses Internet access Variable Message Signs (VMS) Lease of Vehicle Unpaid infringement pursuit May 2016 Purchase Card July 2016 Purchase Card August 2017 Amount $ 1,706.77 $ 30,001.80 $ 377,469.63 $ 3,321.22 $ 1,499.90 $ 59.95 $ 200.03 $ 572.46 $ 5,684.00 $ 12,815.52 $ 11,061.18 $ 444,392.46 TOTAL MUNICIPAL PAYMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2016 Date ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFERS AUGUST 2016 - TRUST FUND Ref. Name EFT01363 BUILDERS REGISTRATION BOARD OF WA EFT01363 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING JESSICA CONNOLLY EFT01363 EFT01366 Olympic Civil Engineering Pty Ltd EFT01363 PRIMA HOMES NOMINEES PTY LTD EFT01363 STATEWIDE DEMOLITION EFT01366 TANGENT NOMINEES PTY LTD 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 11/08/2016 11/08/2016 25/08/2016 Total EFT Total Number of EFT Transfers CHEQUES ISSUED AUGUST 2016 - TRUST FUND Date Ref. Name Cheque Posting D Document NoVendor No / Name Ref. $ 1,307,604.42 Details BRB Levies July 2016 Refund of Development Application Refund of Bond Refund of Bond Refund of Bond Refund of Bond Refund of Bond Amount $ 5,076.48 $ 6,557.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 30,633.48 0 Details Description Amount Cheque Amount Total Cheques Total number of Cheques Date Amount $ 260.49 $ 310.75 $ 130.00 $ 1,106.93 $ 25.05 $ 5,959.20 $ 4,312.58 $ 440.00 $ 526.10 $ 296.04 $ 25,497.56 $ 90.91 $ 705.66 $ 45.93 $ 106.35 $ 26,821.94 $ 14,259.82 $ 42,650.53 $ 25,430.00 $ 4,345.00 $ 1,277.10 $ 105.05 $ 513.30 $ 133.20 $ 7,946.05 $ 862,655.97 180 $ - 0 Details Name TOTAL TRUST PAYMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2016 Amount $ 30,633.48 TOTAL ALL PAYMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2016 $ 1,338,237.90 Page 3 CORPORATE LIST OF PAYMENTS 1 TO 31 AUGUST 2016 NAB PURCHASE CARD STATEMENT JULY 2016 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 2 Statement Period 29 Jun 2016 to 28 Jul 2016 Andrew Head Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 18-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 Ww Petrol 4227 25-Jul-16 21-Jul-16 Bunnings 483000 Transaction Descript** Fuel for vehicle Paint and marker for golf Total AUD $ $ $ Amount 46.05 158.20 204.25 Transaction Descript** Milk for staffroom Total AUD Amount $ 10.60 $ 10.60 Anne Arrigoni Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 18-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 Coles 0299 Ashely Edwards Posting Date Tran Date 30-Jun-16 30-Jun-16 4-Jul-16 4-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 Supplier Experiencethis Telstra Telstra Claremont Quarter Claremont Newsagency Coles 0299 Transaction Descript** Staff competition voucher Staff ipad recharge Staff ipad recharge Employee of the month voucher July&Aug Stationary Refreshments CEO WMRC meeting Total AUD Amount 51.00 140.00 30.00 100.00 7.95 13.75 342.70 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Transaction Descript** Parking for activity centre workshop Total AUD Amount $ 15.60 $ 15.60 David Vinicombe Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 30-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 City Of Perth Park5 Debbie Thompson Posting Date Tran Date 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 4-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 20-Jul-16 Supplier Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Beaurepaires 5521 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Transaction Descript** Amount Bolts for shelving at Broome St compound $ 19.38 Gloves, fertiliser & tape measure for tree plan $ 62.81 Measuring calipers $ 79.00 Garden edging for 28-30 Stirling Road $ 147.25 Items for CBD maintenance - Lewis $ 43.79 Cable ties for Ashton Ave compound - Mark $ 49.84 Materials for Kerbing works - Lewis $ 116.80 Puncture repair - Mark's vehicle $ 40.00 Adhesive welbond $ 6.95 Materials for fencing repairs @ Lake Claremon $ 19.34 Garden edging for street tree planting $ 206.78 Measuring calipers -$ 79.00 22-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 20-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Coles 0299 Bunnings 483000 Irrigation clamps for Lake & Verges Soil improver for tree planting - Jack Tea, coffee and Milo for Operations Centre Minor tools for Lewis Debit Total AUD Credit Total AUD Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ -$ $ 254.60 121.75 28.00 178.99 1,375.28 79.00 1,296.28 $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 12.00 1,166.98 19.96 908.43 57.99 2,165.36 $ $ $ $ Amount 5.95 36.10 19.30 61.35 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 259.70 41.58 168.30 2.70 2.70 19.00 280.50 774.48 -$ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 16.50 146.60 194.95 99.90 836.00 51.00 Elizabeth Ledger Posting Date Tran Date 1-Jul-16 30-Jun-16 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 23-Jul-16 Supplier Transaction Descript** Qbe Insurance Australia LTravel Insurance for Councilor Conference Qantas Airwa0812461238Flight for Councilor Conference Coles 0299 Sundry Expenses Ictc Society Inc Councilor Conference Adobe Creative Cloud Adobe Software Total AUD Fiona Crossan Posting Date Tran Date Supplier Transaction Descript** 5-Jul-16 3-Jul-16 Ventraip Australia Pty Lt Website support 14-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 Coles 0392 Holiday Ed program 22-Jul-16 21-Jul-16 Paypal *phillingspt Digital prints for colelction Total AUD Heather Lofthouse Posting Date Tran Date 30-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 21-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 26-Jul-16 Supplier Post Claremont Pos Post Claremont Pos Post Claremont Pos Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Jb Hi Fi Post Claremont Pos Transaction Descript** 20xExpress envelopes $50xExpress registered International express for DA2015/152 30 x express envelopes Key cut for wilson security for signal cabin Key cut for wilson security for signal cabin Computer mouse 50 x express envelopes Total AUD Supplier Allegro Pizza Restaurant L Hermita Cla Asquith Cellars Jb Hi Fi Apple Online Store Coles 0379 Transaction Descript** Food recouped Social Club Food recouped Social Club Drinks recouped Social Club USB Jump Drive for IT IPAD for CEO Coles Drinks recouped Social Club Hitesh Hans Posting Date Tran Date 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 21-Jul-16 Debit Total AUD Credit Total AUD Total AUD $ -$ $ 1,328.45 16.50 1,311.95 Justin Strange Posting Date Tran Date 1-Jul-16 30-Jun-16 1-Jul-16 30-Jun-16 15-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 19-Jul-16 17-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 28-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 Supplier Aifst Ltd Aifst Ltd City Of Vincent Trans Asian Food Centre Jb Hi Fi Richards Tyres Pty Transaction Descript** Amount Professional membership - EHO $ 209.39 Professional membership - EHO $ 209.39 Parking for meeting with Dept. Sport & Recrea $ 5.00 Containers for rat baits $ 9.90 Universal adpater & USB surge protector $ 20.00 2 new tyres - Health pool vehicle $ 520.00 Total AUD $ 973.68 Katie Bovell Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 6-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 Knick Pty Limited 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 Captain Stirling Iga 20-Jul-16 19-Jul-16 Knick Pty Limited Transaction Descript** Dry Cleaning table cloths from Council dinner Supplies for Council Dry cleaning table cloths for Council dinner Total AUD $ $ $ $ Amount 50.00 23.70 50.00 123.70 $ $ Amount 15.00 15.00 $ $ Amount 149.95 149.95 Leslie Crichton Posting Date Tran Date Supplier Transaction Descript** 20-Jul-16 19-Jul-16 Tn Mobile Claremont Pty Phone Cover - EMCG Total AUD Lisa Russell Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 19-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 Expertsexchange Transaction Descript** IT Expenses Total AUD Louise Townsend Posting Date 30-Jun-16 1-Jul-16 4-Jul-16 Tran Date Supplier 30-Jun-16 Goldedge News Bullcrk 30-Jun-16 Red Dot 30-Jun-16 Jb Hi Fi Transaction Descript** Amount Vehicle log book for Caddy $ 7.40 Chalk for Rangers $ 35.91 Chargers for Rangers and Parking Officer phon $ 49.90 Total AUD $ 93.21 Maryanne Martino Posting Date Tran Date Supplier Transaction Descript** Amount 29-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 Claremont Newsagency Amy Celisano & Florlinda Paddon leaving card $ 19.98 29-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 Coles 0299 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 Facebk *hwxr5aany2 7-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 Coles 0299 12-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 Facebk *5fwsu9asw2 13-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 Typika 18-Jul-16 17-Jul-16 Facebk *t8bvu9asw2 20-Jul-16 20-Jul-16 Coles 0299 Lynne Paddon leaving morning ta Social Media_CTC Amy's Leaving do Social Media_CTC Sport and Recreation Meeting Social Media_CTC Geoff McClement's Morning Tea Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 110.30 285.44 83.78 30.55 18.20 60.00 20.29 628.54 $ $ $ $ $ Amount 50.00 130.50 591.30 122.00 893.80 Nicholas King Posting Date Tran Date 11-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 26-Jul-16 26-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 Supplier Transaction Descript** Local Governement ManaMgmnt course Alinta Meals on wheels GAS Town Of Claremont Building permit - McKenzie Pav Work Clobber Field officer protect clothing Total AUD Sarah Liddiard Posting Date 29-Jun-16 30-Jun-16 1-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 26-Jul-16 28-Jul-16 28-Jul-16 Sean Badani Tran Date 27-Jun-16 30-Jun-16 30-Jun-16 5-Jul-16 4-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 21-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 Supplier Transaction Descript** Amount Jb Hi Fi New DVDs for library stock $ 42.36 Spotlight Innaloo Craft supplies for school holiday activity $ 119.85 Mailchimp Newsletter subscription $ 41.10 Coles 0299 History in a Coffee cup event $ 14.52 Bunnings 309000 Black crates for WSLG van run $ 44.64 Coles 0299 History in a Coffee cup event $ 6.70 Jacks Wholefoods And Gr History in a Coffee Cup event $ 25.00 Gourmet Republik Pty History in a Coffee cup event $ 36.00 Claremont Newsagency Office supplies $ 35.30 Coles 0299 Mahjong biscuits $ 8.00 Woolworths 4356 Catering for functions $ 15.00 Bunnings 391000 Lettering for building $ 89.73 Telstra Telstra reload iPad $ 180.00 Magshop Online Renewal of magazine subscriptions $ 178.00 Jb Hi Fi New DVDs for library stock $ 119.00 Jb Hi Fi Blank DVDs $ 13.95 Guardian News And Med Library acquisitions renewal of Guardian news $ 312.00 Claremont Toyworld Duplo for JK area $ 110.67 W A Library Supplies labels for books $ 131.95 Express post parcel LMS contract to Melbourn $ 7.20 Post Claremont Pos Claremont Art Framers AnFraming of art work for library $ 118.80 Claremont Art Framers AnBlock mounting CBW poster $ 130.00 Total AUD $ 1,779.77 Posting Date 29-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 4-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 20-Jul-16 21-Jul-16 22-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 Tran Date 27-Jun-16 27-Jun-16 29-Jun-16 4-Jul-16 5-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 6-Jul-16 7-Jul-16 8-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 11-Jul-16 12-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 18-Jul-16 19-Jul-16 20-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 25-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 Supplier Transaction Descript** Taylor Rd Iga Staffroom milk Bunnings 483000 Building fittings Coles 0299 Staffroom milk Coles 0299 Staffroom milk Bunnings 483000 Plantroom fittings Ixom IXOM Drum charges Bunnings 483000 Plantroom fittings Bunnings 483000 Plantroom fittings Jb Hi Fi Replace damaged key board Bunnings 483000 INOX Spray for disabled chair shaft Coles 0299 Staffroom fruit Flex Fitness Equipme Purchase weight for corporate gym Catering for manual handling course 13 July 2 Coles 0299 Taylor Rd Iga Staffroom milk Jacks Wholefoods And Gr Staffroom fruit Coles 0299 Staffroom milk Bunnings 483000 Render to patch plantroom wall Coles 0299 Staffroom fruit Jacks Wholefoods And Gr Fruit for staff room Purchase render to patch plant room externa Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Purchase cement to repair stone wall creak Taylor Rd Iga Staff room milk Jacks Wholefoods And Gr Staff room fruit Rlsswa Pool Lifeguard Requal - Atot Amoly Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 4.78 42.98 8.00 17.02 30.90 184.37 31.98 36.00 30.93 11.38 10.77 774.00 7.90 9.98 18.61 6.85 35.00 27.65 29.32 32.50 7.00 7.47 18.76 135.00 1,519.15 $ $ $ $ $ Amount 22.15 322.00 60.00 52.00 456.15 Stephen Goode Posting Date Tran Date 4-Jul-16 1-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 13-Jul-16 15-Jul-16 14-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 26-Jul-16 Supplier Wanewsdti Airbnb Public Transport Aut Tlife Claremont Transaction Descript** Electronic subscription The West Newsp CEO accomm 18/7 - 20/7 CEO public transport card Telstra recharge ipad Total AUD Total $ 12,815.52 CORPORATE LIST OF PAYMENTS 1 TO 31 AUGUST 2016 NAB PURCHASE CARD STATEMENT AUGUST 2016 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 3 Statement Period 29 Jul 2016 to 29 Aug 2016 Andrew Head Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 8-Aug-16 5-Aug-16 Institutepu 15-Aug-16 12-Aug-16 Bunnings 483000 Transaction Descript** Parks Asset Management Practice Notes 10.2 Keys cut for Golf Course Building Total AUD $ $ $ Amount 198.00 5.40 203.40 Anne Arrigoni Posting Date Tran Date Supplier Transaction Descript** 4-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 Jacks Wholefoods And GrocMilk for staff kitchen 23-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 Wanewsdti The West Australian subscription Total AUD Amount $ 7.96 $ 422.40 $ 430.36 Ashely Edwards Posting Date 29-Jul-16 2-Aug-16 4-Aug-16 11-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 Tran Date 28-Jul-16 2-Aug-16 4-Aug-16 11-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 Supplier The Lane Cafe Coles 0299 Home Style Cake Lunc New Norcia Coles 0299 Coles 0299 Slimline Warehouse Transaction Descript** ELT meeting refreshments Corporate business meeting refreshments lunch meeting FranklinCovey Meeting Minister Planning refreshmnts function hosting city of nedlands library activity Poster stand for admin building Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 25.20 26.87 42.00 35.20 54.75 7.70 186.59 378.31 Transaction Descript** Meeting for swanbourne station study Meeting for swanbourne station study Total AUD $ $ $ Amount 11.70 13.00 24.70 David Vinicombe Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 1-Aug-16 29-Jul-16 City Of Perth Park5 2-Aug-16 29-Jul-16 Coffee Club Willam Per Debbie Thompson Posting Date 1-Aug-16 8-Aug-16 8-Aug-16 12-Aug-16 15-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 Tran Date 28-Jul-16 5-Aug-16 5-Aug-16 12-Aug-16 11-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 Supplier Knick Pty Limited Knick Pty Limited Bunnings 483000 Coles 0299 Bunnings 483000 John Coles Nursery Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Super Cheap Auto Transaction Descript** Amount Dryclean Ian Graham's work coat $ 21.00 Drycleaning Ian Graham's hi-vis coat $ 12.00 Insecticide for street trees $ 12.28 Tea & coffee for Operations Centre $ 29.64 100m of white safety flags $ 60.00 5 x camellea's for No.1 $ 176.75 Inox lubricant for Ian's vehicle $ 11.98 Potting mix and watering can for camelleas @ N $ 100.74 Car cleaning products for Lewis' vehicle $ 83.14 25-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Westernex Pty Ltd Bunnings 483000 Insecticide for street trees Mortar & render tool for work @ Hatchett Park Fertiliser for various Parks Auger sand clean 100mm x 1.0m Various minor items for Mark's jobs Total AUD Supplier Bws Liquor 4104 Jb Hi Fi Adobe Creative Cloud Coles 0299 Coles 0299 Academy Coffe Kitchen Transaction Descript** Thank you gift FORM New Public PC Screen CCH Monthly graphic design fee Fruit CBW Fruit for CBW Lunch for the CBW Presenter Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ 10.29 23.00 51.96 393.80 68.65 1,055.23 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 44.00 152.00 57.99 51.50 6.50 19.60 331.59 $ $ $ $ Amount 63.45 18.84 29.47 111.76 $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 140.00 279.35 1,130.80 112.20 95.37 1,757.72 $ $ $ $ Amount 133.05 79.00 95.00 307.05 Elizabeth Ledger Posting Date 5-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Tran Date 4-Aug-16 18-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 Fiona Crossan Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 3-Aug-16 3-Aug-16 Coles 0392 10-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 Dalkeith Iga 26-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 Angryalmond Transaction Descript** HIACC Catering Cooking ed program Cooking ingredients for ed program Total AUD Heather Lofthouse Posting Date Tran Date 3-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 8-Aug-16 5-Aug-16 10-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Supplier Post Claremont Pos Honda North Burswood Trophies Post Claremont Pos Post Claremont Pos Transaction Descript** Express register post labels 1 box of 50 40km service Honda CRV - EMM326 Plaques for civic design awards 20 x express envelopes 17 x express envelope Total AUD Hitesh Hans Posting Date Tran Date Supplier Transaction Descript** 1-Aug-16 28-Jul-16 Nandos 600034 Food recouped Staff Club 17-Aug-16 15-Aug-16 We Are One Cafe Food recouped Social Club 24-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 Local Governement Mana LGMA Finance Workshop Total AUD Justin Strange Posting Date Tran Date Supplier Transaction Descript** Amount 4-Aug-16 3-Aug-16 Post Claremont Pos Express & priority post envelops Total AUD $ $ 74.15 74.15 Transaction Descript** Dry cleaning table cloths for Council Supplies for Council Supplies for council WALGA dinner - supplies Staff Tube Donation Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 50.00 99.75 506.13 18.97 300.00 974.85 Transaction Descript** Book for Ranger team Tablet for ranger services Total AUD Amount $ 4.00 $ 597.00 $ 601.00 Katie Bovell Posting Date 3-Aug-16 3-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 Tran Date 2-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 Supplier Knick Pty Limited Bws Liquor 4104 Liquorbarons Dalkeith Dalkeith Iga Everyday Hero Donation Louise Townsend Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 Claremont Newsagency 29-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Jb Hi Fi Maryanne Martino Posting Date 1-Aug-16 1-Aug-16 1-Aug-16 15-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 Tran Date 31-Jul-16 31-Jul-16 31-Jul-16 14-Aug-16 14-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Supplier Transaction Descript** Facebk *6f8pz96sw2 Claremont Town Centre promotion Facebk *5f8pz96sw2 Claremont Town Centre promotion Facebk *vs8km9jny2 Claremont Town Centre promotion Coles 0299 Claremont Art Award Bunnings 483000 Claremont Art Award Coles 0299 Claremont Art Award Claremont Newsagency Claremont Art Award Home Style Cake Lunc Claremont Art Award Koko Black Australia P Claremont Art Award Coles 0299 Claremont Art Award Cover More Ins Aus V Katie Noonan_ A Night on Bay View Local Governement Mana Community Development Confernece _CC Virgin Aust 7952132790346Katie Noonan_ A Night on Bay View Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 5.07 123.05 191.63 2.00 67.00 11.20 4.95 66.00 12.42 3.00 13.95 950.00 605.70 2,055.97 $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 37.54 192.48 205.00 178.00 32.98 13.44 Nicholas King Posting Date 29-Jul-16 29-Jul-16 29-Jul-16 18-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 Tran Date 27-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 27-Jul-16 18-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 Supplier Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 317000 Work Clobber Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Transaction Descript** Materials - Drain maint Materials - Drain maint Field officer power tools Protective Equipment Materials - Drain maint Materials - Drain maint 24-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Coles 0299 Bunnings 483000 Bunnings 483000 Post Claremont Pos Sundry Expenses Materials - Drain maint Materials - Drain maint Postage Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ 13.50 50.75 84.22 10.15 818.06 Supplier Transaction Descript** Jacks Wholefoods And GrocBiscuit supplies for library events Mailchimp Monthly newsletter Staples Com Au Office supplies Jb Hi Fi New Library stock Aussie Natural Spring Filtered water supply Aussie Natural Spring Water for Library Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 7.96 40.45 161.66 252.81 18.78 12.52 494.18 Supplier Transaction Descript** Rebel Claremont Fitball pump Caltex Nedlands Staffroom milk Coles Express 6902 Staffroom fruit Taylor Rd Iga Staffroom fruit Bunnings 483000 New shelf bracket for reception Taylor Rd Iga Milk for staff room Coles 0299 Milk for staff room Bunnings 483000 Thread tape for plant fitting Coles 0299 Milk for staff room Esplanade Fremantle A Ryd Parking cost for LIWA confrence Jacks Wholefoods And GrocStaffroom milk Bunnings 483000 Replace damaged taps in changeroom Subway Jandakot Catering for confined space course Spraymaster Spray Shop Replace filter pressure gauge Coles 0299 Milk for staff room Tn Mobile Claremont Pty L Replace damaged phoner cover Caltex Nedlands Staffroom milk Spraymaster Spray Shop Pressure gauge for filters Bunnings 483000 Battery for aqua mic Total AUD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Amount 14.99 8.00 32.07 42.61 43.82 7.47 18.00 42.50 13.50 20.30 26.32 23.30 52.35 275.00 44.78 54.00 5.00 55.00 17.86 796.87 Sarah Liddiard Posting Date Tran Date 1-Aug-16 29-Jul-16 1-Aug-16 31-Jul-16 3-Aug-16 1-Aug-16 4-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 10-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 15-Aug-16 12-Aug-16 Sean Badani Posting Date 1-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 4-Aug-16 8-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 10-Aug-16 10-Aug-16 18-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 23-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 Tran Date 28-Jul-16 1-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 2-Aug-16 5-Aug-16 5-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 8-Aug-16 10-Aug-16 16-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 18-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 24-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Stephen Goode Posting Date Tran Date Supplier 29-Jul-16 28-Jul-16 Public Transport Aut 1-Aug-16 29-Jul-16 Wanewsdti 8-Aug-16 4-Aug-16 City Of Perth Car Park 46 Transaction Descript** CEO public transport card Electronic subscription The West Newsp Parking for Civic legal function Amount $ 60.00 $ 22.15 $ 11.60 10-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 22-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 29-Aug-16 9-Aug-16 15-Aug-16 17-Aug-16 19-Aug-16 25-Aug-16 26-Aug-16 Wilson Parking Per180 Quest Kings Park Road Pty Quest Kings Park Road Pty Public Transport Aut The Lane Bookshop Wanewsdti Parking for meeting with Amana living CEO Accomm 15/8 CEO Accomm 16/8 CEO public transport card FranklinCovey books Electronic subscription The West Newsp Total AUD Total $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 4.12 189.00 201.99 60.00 74.97 22.15 645.98 $ 11,061.18 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 13.2.2 MONTHLY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 31 JULY 2016 File Ref: FIM/0062-02 Attachments: Statement of Financial Activity for period ending 31 July 2016 Infrastructure Schedule of Works – July 2016 Responsible Officer: Les Crichton Executive Manager Corporate and Governance Author: Hitesh Hans Finance Manager Proposed Meeting Date: 20 September 2016 Purpose Report presents the Statement of Financial Activity for the month ending 31 July 2016. This report incorporates all the carry forwards approved as part of the of June 2016 year-end report. Background The Monthly Financial Report is presented in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995 and Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996. Discussion The Financial Statements to 31 July 2016 represent the first month of operation for the 2016-17 financial year. The closing surplus of $15,245,324 compares favourably against the budgeted surplus of $15,004,580. As detailed below, the $240,744 variance is comprised of net increase (excluding non cash items) of $73,685 in operating revenue & net decrease in $38,588 of operating expenditure against the budget along with $128,471 under in capital works schedule. Operating revenue - $73,685 above budget • $67,853 increase in fee and charges from refuse collection 37K (more properties added before the rates were levied) and timing of swimming pool licence income 22K. Operating expenditure - $38,588 under budget • • • ($64,099) - employee cost is over budget mainly due to the timing on the payment of worker's compensation premium ahead of budget timing. $147,644 due to timing difference across materials and contracts services $109K and office expenses $37K. ($42,975) Insurance expenditure is over budget due to premiums paid ahead of budget timing. Page 12 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Capital expenditure – $128,471 under budget As detailed within the capital works schedules (Attachment [Note 9]), capital expenditure is below budget due to timing of the capital works. Cash holdings Current investment holdings are outside Council’s Investment Policy LG511 with 52% investment with NAB due to significant interest income benefit. The policy limits funds with one institution at 45% however the risk of investments with NAB was considered low given it has an excellent credit rating. Past Resolutions Ordinary Council Meeting 16 August 2016, Resolution 133/16: That Council note the Financial Statement of Activity for the period 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016. Financial and Staff Implications Resource requirements are in accordance with existing budgetary allocation. Policy and Statutory Implications Local Government Act 1995. Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996. Publicity N/A Strategic Community Plan Governance and Leadership We are an open and accountable local government that encourages community involvement and strives to keep its community well informed. • Provide and maintain a high standard of governance, accountability, management and strategic planning. • Maintain long term financial stability and growth. Voting Requirements Simple majority decision of Council required. OFFICER RECOMMENDATION That Council notes the Financial Statement of Activity for the period 1 July 2016 to 31 July 2016. Page 13 CORPORATE MONTHLY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 31 JULY 2016 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR PERIOD ENDING 31 JULY 2016 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 Town of Claremont MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS Statement of Financial Activity Note 1 Significant Accounting Policies Note 3 Net Current Funding Position Note 2 Note 4 Note 5 Note 6 Note 7 Note 8 Note 9 Note 10 Note 11 Graphical Representation Cash and Investments Major Variances Budget Amendments Receivables Grants and Contributions Cash Backed Reserves Capital Disposals and Acquisitions Trust LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1995 LOCAL GOVERNMENT (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT) REGULATIONS 1996 1 Town of Claremont STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY (Nature or Type) For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Revised Annual Budget Operating Revenue Grants, Subsidies and Contributions Profit on Asset Disposal Fees and Charges Reimbursements Interest Earnings Other Revenue Total (Excluding Rates) Operating Expense Employee Costs Materials and Contracts Utilities Charges Depreciation (Non-Current Assets) Interest Expenses Insurance Expenses Loss on Asset Disposal Elected Member Expenses Other Expenditure Internal Allocation Total Funding Balance Adjustment Add Back Depreciation Adjust (Profit)/Loss on Asset Disposal Adjust Provisions and Accruals Net Operating (Ex. Rates) Capital Revenues Grants, Subsidies and Contributions Proceeds from Disposal of Assets Proceeds from New Debentures Transfer from Reserves Total Capital Expenses Land and Buildings Plant and Equipment Infrastructure Assets - Other Repayment of Debentures Transfer to Reserves Total Net Capital Note 5.1.1,8 5.1.2,10 Closing Funding Surplus(Deficit) YTD Actual (b) $ $ Var. $ (b)-(a) 4 $ 491,968 0 120,025 0 0 3,272,498 5.1.8 230,751 4,737,225 950 597,793 666,375 5.2.1 (7,241,783) (521,662) (585,761) 5.2.4 (3,455,400) (287,950) (859) 5.1.6 5.1.7 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.5 5.2.5 5.2.7 5.2.8 10 8 10 399,488 120,261 5.1.3 114,788 5,607 627,220 71,723 (6,656,876) (521,568) (525,629) (44,677) (368,826) 0 (273,570) (51,200) 66,051 2,314 3 3 $ % 236 0 14.5% 1,364 58.9% 4,802 (5,672) 68,582 64,099 (147,644) 0 0 (32,495) (266,732) (270,925) 0 0 (12,182) (287,091) 42,975 0 0 (1,734,153) (1,408,474) (325,679) 3,455,400 287,950 859 287,091 (10,798,085) (848,410) (741,239) 107,171 715,555 0 0 0 0 146,800 0 1,838,589 0 0 0 9,971 0 0 4,644,866 0 0 0 0 10 (1,462,279) (64,933) (591) (64,342) (1,972,403) 0 0 0 10 9 3 0 (4,634,624) 794 29.7% (33421.5%) 0 0 (416,336) (37.5%) 0 1,943,922 10 10.9% (39.5%) (33421.5%) (19,041,910) 0 0 (8.6%) 1.5% 9,971 0 46.1% 4,193 605,775 51,200 0.2% 67,853 (373,924) (144,510) 0 (818,799) 10,409 (101,535) 0 (255,602) 467,341 Var. % (b)-(a)/(b) 9 Total Net Operating + Capital Rate Revenue Opening Funding Surplus(Deficit) YTD Budget (a) (794) (100.0%) 100.0% (1,199,118) (66,463) (9,684,760) (159,943) (31,472) (159,943) 0 (128,471) (5,039,894) (28,547) (31,675) (31,472) 128,471 (15,837,979) (1,008,353) (772,712) 235,641 13,886,445 13,816,445 13,821,548 5,103 0.0% 244,954 15,004,580 15,245,324 240,743 1.6% 2,196,488 2,196,488 2 2,196,488 (34,788) (10881.4%) (28,547) 0 (109.8%) 0.0% Town of Claremont STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY (Statutory Reporting Program) For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Revised Annual Budget Operating Revenue General Purpose Funding Governance Law, Order and Public Safety Health Education and Welfare Community Amenities Recreation and Culture Transport Economic Services Other Property and Services Total (Excluding Rates) Operating Expense General Purpose Funding Governance Law, Order and Public Safety Health Education and Welfare Community Amenities Recreation and Culture Transport Economic Services Other Property and Services Total Funding Balance Adjustment Add back Depreciation Adjust (Profit)/Loss on Asset Disposal Adjust Provisions and Accruals Net Operating (Ex. Rates) Capital Revenues Grants, Subsidies and Contributions Proceeds from Disposal of Assets Proceeds from New Debentures Transfers from Restricted Assets Transfer from Loan Account - Restricted Assets Transfer from Reserves Total Capital Expenses Land and Buildings Plant and Equipment Infrastructure Assets - Other Repayment of Debentures Transfer to Reserves Total Net Capital Total Net Operating + Capital Rate Revenue Opening Funding Surplus(Deficit) Closing Funding Surplus(Deficit) Note YTD Budget (a) 4 $ $ 788,508 30,496 14,800 641 45,683 352 29 $ 84,216 60 1,324 3 $ 6,708 (581) 99 (12,339) 1,066,127 175,893 195,208 81,972 3 61,227 0 178,514 1,126,690 Var. % (b)-(a)/(b) 12,268 140,994 73,566 Var. $ (b)-(a) 57,951 308,900 1,303,860 87,602 (29) 37,520 5,630 19,315 4,737,225 3,392 597,793 282 666,375 273 68,582 (596,404) (203,731) (187,499) (16,232) (429,980) (41,254) (50,707) (1,508,150) (129,650) (397,986) (34,042) (208,075) (34,770) (89,888) (29,083) (56,047) (2,689,659) (213,022) (150,196) (2,220,375) (87,009) (80,974) (5,651,367) (478,042) (5,320,417) 10 77,508 1,225 94,100 10 YTD Actual (b) (418,991) (399,402) (9) (39,762) 100.0% 26.6% 6.9% 11.0% (3.3%) (8.0%) (30.7%) 61.2% (58.2%) (29.5%) (78,640) (174,995) (243,996) (6,035) 22.9% (16.5%) (6.9%) (19,041,910) (19,497) (1,734,153) (93,642) (1,408,474) (189,684) (325,679) 96,042 102.6% 3,455,400 287,950 859 (287,091) (99.7%) (10,798,085) (848,410) (741,239) 107,171 715,555 0 0 0 51,200 0 146,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,644,866 0 0 0 0 10 (1,462,279) (64,933) (591) (64,342) (1,972,403) 0 0 0 (416,336) 0 (4,634,624) 794 (794) (1,199,118) (66,463) (31,675) (9,684,760) (159,943) (5,039,894) (159,943) (31,472) (31,472) (128,471) 128,471 (15,837,979) (1,008,353) (772,712) 235,641 13,886,445 13,816,445 5,103 244,954 15,004,580 13,821,548 2,196,488 (28,547) 2,196,488 2,196,488 3 0 15,245,324 0 1,838,589 0 (16.8%) (62,826) 9,453 21,277 0 9 8.1% 26.9% (14.6%) 1,943,922 10 8.7% (90.6%) (4,959) 9 10 % Var. (34,788) (28,547) 0 240,744 (99.1%) #DIV/0! (52.3%) 100.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.6% Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES The significant accounting policies which have been adopted in the preparation of this statement of financial activity are: (a) Basis of Accounting This Statement is a special purpose financial report, prepared in accordance with applicable Australian Australian Accounting Standards, other mandatory professional reporting requirements and the Local Government Act 1995 (as amended) and accompanying regulations (as amended). (b) All Funds through which the Council controls resources to carry on its functions have been included in this Reimbursements are under projections. In the process of reporting on the local government as a single unit, all transactions and balances between those funds (for example, loans and transfers between Funds) have been eliminated. All monies held in the Trust Fund are excluded from the statement, but a separate statement of those monies appears at Note 11. (c) Rounding Off Figures All figures shown in this statement are rounded to the nearest dollar. (d) Rates, grants, donations and other contributions are recognised as revenues when the local government obtains control over the assets comprising the contributions. Control over assets acquired from rates is obtained at the commencement of the rating period or, where earlier, upon receipt of the rates. (e) Goods and Services Tax In accordance with recommended practice, revenues, expenses and assets capitalised are stated net of any GST recoverable. Receivables and payables are stated inclusive of applicable GST. (f) Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash at bank and in hand and short-term deposits that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purposes of the Cash Flow Statement, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and cash equivalents as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are included as short-term borrowings in current liabilities. (g) Trade and Other Receivables Trade receivables, which generally have 30 - 90 day terms, are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, less any allowance for uncollectible amounts. Collectability of trade receivables is reviewed on an ongoing basis. Debts that are known to be uncollectible are written off when identified. An allowance for doubtful debts is raised when there is objective evidence that they will not be collectible. (h) Inventories General Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less the estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs of necessary to make the sale. Inventories held from trading are classified as current even if not expected to be realised in the next 12 months. Land Held for Resale Cost includes the cost of acquisition, development and interest incurred on the financing of that land during its development. Interest and holding charges incurred after development is complete are recognised as expenses. Revenue arising from the sale of property is recognised in the operating statement as at the time of signing a binding contract of sale. Land held for resale is classified as current except where it is held as non-current based on Council's intentions to release for sale. 4 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) (I) Fixed Assets All assets are initially recognised at cost. Cost is determined as the fair value of the assets given as consideration plus costs incidental to the acquisition. For assets acquired at no cost or for nominal consideration, cost is determined as fair value at the date of acquisition. The cost of non-current assets constructed by the local government includes the cost of all materials used in the construction, direct labour on the project and an appropriate proportion of variable and fixed overhead. Certain asset classes may be revalued on a regular basis such that the carrying values are not materially different from fair value. Assets carried at fair value are to be revalued with sufficient regularity to ensure the carrying amount does not differ materially from that determined using fair value at reporting date. (j) Depreciation of Non-Current Assets All non-current assets having a limited useful life are systematically depreciated over their useful lives in a manner which reflects the consumption of the future economic benefits embodied in those assets. Depreciation is recognised on a straight-line basis, using rates which are reviewed each reporting period. Major depreciation rates and periods are: Buildings Furniture and Equipment Plant and Equipment Motor Vehicles Roads - Aggregate Roads - Unsealed - Gravel Drains and Sewers 2% 14.3-30% 10-30% 20-30% 50 years 50 years 50 years (k) Trade and Other Payables Trade and other payables are carried at amortised cost. They represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the local government prior to the end of the financial year that are unpaid and arise when the Shire becomes obliged to make future payments in respect of the purchase of these goods and services. The amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 30 days of recognition. (l) Employee Benefits The provisions for employee benefits relates to amounts expected to be paid for long service leave, annual leave, wages and salaries and are calculated as follows: (i) Wages, Salaries, Annual Leave and Long Service Leave (Short-term Benefits) The provision for employees’ benefits to wages, salaries, annual leave and long service leave expected to be settled within 12 months represents the amount the Shire has a present obligation to pay resulting from employees services provided to balance date. The provision has been calculated at nominal amounts based on remuneration rates the Shire expects to pay and includes related on-costs. (ii) Annual Leave and Long Service Leave (Long-term Benefits) The liability for long service leave is recognised in the provision for employee benefits and measured as the present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date using the project unit credit method. Consideration is given to expected future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service. Expected future payments are discounted using market yields at the reporting date on national government bonds with terms to maturity and currency that match as closely as possible, the estimated future cash outflows. Where the Shire does not have the unconditional right to defer settlement beyond 12 months, the liability is recognised as a current liability. (m) Interest-bearing Loans and Borrowings All loans and borrowings are initially recognised at the fair value of the consideration received less directly attributable transaction costs. After initial recognition, interest-bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Fees paid on the establishment of loan facilities that are yield related are included as part of the carrying amount of the loans and borrowings. Borrowings are classified as current liabilities unless the Council has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the balance sheet date. 5 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) Borrowing Costs Borrowing costs are recognised as an expense when incurred except where they are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset. Where this is the case, they are capitalised as part of the cost of the particular asset. (n) Provisions Provisions are recognised when: The council has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. Provisions are not recognised for future operating losses. Where there are a number of similar obligations, the likelihood that an outflow will be required in settlement is determined by considering the class of obligations as a whole. A provision is recognised even if the likelihood of an outflow with respect to any one of item included in the same class of obligations may be small. (o) Current and Non-Current Classification In the determination of whether an asset or liability is current or non-current, consideration is given to the time when each asset or liability is expected to be settled. The asset or liability is classified as current if it is expected to be settled within the next 12 months, being the Council's operational cycle. In the case of liabilities where Council does not have the unconditional right to defer settlement beyond 12 months, such as vested long service leave, the liability is classified as current even if not expected to be settled within the next 12 months. Inventories held for trading are classified as current even if not expected to be realised in the next 12 months except for land held for resale where it is held as non current based on Council's intentions to release for sale. (p) Nature or Type Classifications Rates All rates levied under the Local Government Act 1995. Includes general, differential, specific area rates, minimum rates, interim rates, back rates, ex-gratia rates, less discounts offered. Exclude administration fees, interest on instalments, interest on arrears, service charges and sewerage rates. Operating Grants, Subsidies and Contributions Refer to all amounts received as grants, subsidies and contributions that are not non-operating grants. Non-Operating Grants, Subsidies and Contributions Amounts received specifically for the acquisition, construction of new or the upgrading of noncurrent assets paid to a local government, irrespective of whether these amounts are received as capital grants, subsidies, contributions or donations. Profit on Asset Disposal Profit on the disposal of assets including gains on the disposal of long term investments. Losses are disclosed under the expenditure classifications. Fees and Charges Revenues (other than service charges) from the use of facilities and charges made for local government services, sewerage rates, rentals, hire charges, fee for service, photocopying charges, licences, sale of goods or information, fines, penalties and administration fees. Local governments may wish to disclose more detail such as rubbish collection fees, rental of property, fines and penalties, other fees and charges. Service Charges Service charges imposed under Division 6 of Part 6 of the Local Government Act 1995. Regulation 54 of the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996 identifies these are television and radio broadcasting, underground electricity and neighbourhood surveillance services. Exclude rubbish removal charges. Interest and other items of a similar nature received from bank and investment accounts, interest on rate instalments, interest on rate arrears and interest on debtors. Interest Earnings Interest and other items of a similar nature received from bank and investment accounts, interest on rate instalments, interest on rate arrears and interest on debtors. Other Revenue / Income Other revenue, which can not be classified under the above headings, includes dividends, discounts, rebates etc. 6 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) Employee Costs All costs associate with the employment of person such as salaries, wages, allowances, benefits such as vehicle and housing, superannuation, employment expenses, removal expenses, relocation expenses, worker's compensation insurance, training costs, conferences, safety expenses, medical examinations, fringe benefit tax, etc. Materials and Contracts All expenditures on materials, supplies and contracts not classified under other headings. These include supply of goods and materials, legal expenses, consultancy, maintenance agreements, communication expenses, advertising expenses, membership, periodicals, publications, hire expenses, rental, leases, postage and freight etc. Local governments may wish to disclose more detail such as contract services, consultancy, information technology, rental or lease expenditures. Utilities (Gas, Electricity, Water, etc.) Expenditures made to the respective agencies for the provision of power, gas or water. Exclude expenditures incurred for the reinstatement of roadwork on behalf of these agencies. (q) Nature or Type Classifications (Continued) Insurance All insurance other than worker's compensation and health benefit insurance included as a cost of employment. Loss on asset disposal Loss on the disposal of fixed assets. Depreciation on non-current assets Depreciation expense raised on all classes of assets. Interest expenses Interest and other costs of finance paid, including costs of finance for loan debentures, overdraft accommodation and refinancing expenses. Other expenditure Statutory fees, taxes, provision for bad debts, member's fees or levies including WA Fire Brigade Levy and State taxes. Donations and subsidies made to community groups. (r) Statement of Objectives In order to discharge its responsibilities to the community, the Council has developed a set of operational and financial objectives. These objectives have been established both on an overall basis and for each of its broad activities/programs. Council operations as disclosed in this statement encompass the following service orientated activities/programs: GOVERNANCE Details expenses related to Councils ten councillors, who normally meet the first and third Tuesday of each month, make policy decisions, review Councils operations, plan for current and future service provision requirements and undertake necessary appropriate training and attend conferences. GENERAL PURPOSE FUNDING Rates - the amount raised is determined by Councils budget "shortfall" that is known income and desired expenditure. General purpose grants - are the grant amounts paid to the Town from Federal Government funding as determined by and via the Western Australian Local Government Grants Commission. Interest - interest earned on monies invested or deposited by Council. LAW, ORDER, PUBLIC SAFETY Supervision of animal control, dog pound operations, local law control and state emergency services (SES). HEALTH Public places health and safety, food safety and health compliance. 7 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) (r) STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVE (Continued) EDUCATION AND WELFARE Pre-schools, aged and disabled , senior citizens, welfare administration, donations to welfare organisations. COMMUNITY AMENITIES Rubbish collections, recycling, litter control, public litter bins, town planning control/studies. RECREATION AND CULTURE Public halls, civic centres, swimming pool, golf course, parks, sports grounds, sports groups, community recreation programs, library, community arts program, youth activities, heritage and museum. TRANSPORT Roads, footpaths, cycleways, right of way, drainage, road verges, median strips, street lighting, street cleaning, street trees, traffic surveys, parking services, traffic management and underground power. ECONOMIC SERVICES Building services, strategic planning and activities involving the Royal Agricultural Society and Anzac Cottage. OTHER PROPERTY & SERVICES Public works overheads, plant/vehicle operations, private works and other property. 8 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 2 - Graphical Representation - Source Statement of Financial Activity Operating Expenses -v- YTD Actual For the Period Ended 31 Budget August 2012 2000 1800 Budget 2016-17 Actual 2016-17 Amount $ ( '000s) 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Month ending Feb Mar Apr May Jun Comments/Notes - Operating Expenses Budget Operating Revenues -v- Actual 680 Amount $ ( '000s) 660 Budget 2016-17 Actual 2016-17 640 620 600 580 560 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Comments/Notes - Operating Revenues The operating revenue does not include income from rates. 9 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 2 - Graphical Representation - Source Statement of Financial Activity Budget Capital Expenses -v- Actual 180 160 Budget 2016-17 Amount $ ( '000s) 140 Actual 2016-17 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Month ending Comments/Notes - Capital Expenses Budget Capital Revenue -v- Actual 0 0 Budget 2016-17 Actual 2016-17 0 Amount $ ( '000s) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Month ending Comments/Notes - Capital Revenues 10 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 3: NET CURRENT FUNDING POSITION Note For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Current Assets Cash Unrestricted Cash Restricted Investments Receivables - Rates and Rubbish Receivables - Other Inventories Positive=Surplus (Negative=Deficit) 2016-17 This Period $ 5,220,960 Less: Current Liabilities Payables Current Loan Liability Provisions Less: Restricted Assets Cash Restricted Inventories Plus: Loan Liability Last Period $ 3,703,886 12,349,379 13,993,987 168,660 0 31,732,985 12,349,379 194,648 137,148 0 16,385,061 (3,141,667) (0) (996,616) (4,138,282) (840,523) (0) (998,671) (1,839,195) (12,349,379) 0 (12,349,379) 0 15,245,324 2,196,488 0 0 Note 3 - Liquidity Over the Year 18 16 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 14 Millions 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan 11 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 4: CASH AND INVESTMENTS Deposit No. (a) Cash Deposits (b) Term Deposits (c) Investments Total 300 304 305 306 307 308 309 310 311 312 313 Interest Rate Municipal $ Reserves $ Trust $ Total Amount $ 3,152,270 1,503,791 1.65% 1.75% 2.95% 3.10% 2.95% 2.94% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.95% 2.80% 2.80% 0 1,035,881 2,043,699 1,043,936 883,740 75,958 12,149 39,739 389,594 22,409 3,162,217 1,331,702 14,697,085 Comments/Notes - Investments 12 3,152,270 1,503,791 0 1,035,881 2,043,699 1,043,936 883,740 75,958 12,149 39,739 389,594 22,409 3,162,217 1,331,702 14,697,085 Institution Maturity Date NAB Bankwest At Call At Call NAB NAB Suncorp NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB ANZ ANZ 19/12/2016 27/10/2016 19/12/2016 4/01/2017 23/06/2017 23/06/2017 23/06/2017 23/06/2017 23/06/2017 4/01/2017 4/01/2017 Town of Claremont Monthly Investment Report For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 4A: CASH INVESTMENTS Deposit Ref Deposit Date General Municipal 4182530 16/05/2016 44-597-46 18/04/2016 Restricted 9732-35404 9732-35279 77-223-8027 14-111-5231 14-111-1660 14-111-1564 14-111-5098 83-796-9593 14-079-9555 77-426-0025 083-817 156849553 28/06/2016 28/06/2016 28/04/2016 22/06/2016 22/06/2016 22/06/2016 22/06/2016 22/06/2016 1/06/2016 23/05/2016 26/04/2013 Institution Suncorp Bankwest ANZ ANZ NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB NAB Term (Days) 182 At Call 190 190 182 366 366 366 366 366 217 306 At Call Invested Interest rates Expected Interest 2.95% 1.75% Subtotal 15,356 15,356 2.80% 2.80% 3.10% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.95% 2.94% 2.95% 46,090 19,410 31,591 2,209 353 1,156 11,329 663 15,447 25,619 Subtotal 169,222 - Total Interest Expected on Funds Invested Term (Days) Bankwest 44-597-46 3,152,270 3,152,270 - 4,656,061 61-90 31-60 - 91-120 - - - - - - - 120+ 1,043,936 1,043,936 Total 3,162,217 1,331,702 2,043,699 75,958 12,149 39,739 389,594 22,409 883,740 1,035,881 - 8,997,088 - - 1,043,936 8,997,088 Percentage of Portfolio NAB Bendigo Suncorp ANZ 217 182 306 2.95 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% 2.95% 0.00% 2.94% 3.10% 2.95% Subtotal 75,958 12,149 39,739 389,594 22,409 3,152,270 883,740 2,043,699 1,035,881 7,655,440 Year to Date Actual Var.$ - 3,162,217 1,331,702 2,043,699 75,958 12,149 39,739 389,594 22,409 883,740 1,035,881 3,152,270 12,149,359 - 14,697,085 10 - - - - Investment Maturity Timing 9 Bankwest 366 366 366 366 366 Annual Budget 1,043,936 1,503,791 2,547,727 Portfolio Diversity Invested Interest rates Budget v Actual 8 7 6 5 52% 4 Suncorp ANZ 9732-35404 9732-35279 1,503,791 1,503,791 Comparative rate Average Interest Interest Rate at time of time of deposit Report Millions Deposit Ref NAB 14-111-5231 22/06/2016 14-111-1660 22/06/2016 14-111-1564 22/06/2016 14-111-5098 22/06/2016 83-796-9593 22/06/2016 083-817 156849553 26/04/2013 At Call 14-079-9555 1/06/2016 77-223-8027 28/04/2016 77-426-0025 23/05/2016 184,578 Up to 30 Amount Invested (Days) 4182530 16/05/2016 182 2.95% Subtotal 1,043,936 1,043,936 28/06/2016 28/06/2016 190 190 2.80% 2.80% Subtotal 3,162,217 1,331,702 4,493,918 26/04/2013 At Call 1.75% Subtotal 1,503,791 1,503,791 Total Funds Invested 14,697,085 7% 3 2 31% 1 10% Up to 30 100.0% 13 31-60 61-90 91-120 120+ Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 5: MAJOR VARIANCES Comments/Reason for Variance 5.1 OPERATING REVENUE (EXCLUDING RATES) 5.1.1 GRANTS, SUBSIDIES AND CONTRIBUTIONS Minor Variance due to timing 5.1.2 PROFIT ON ASSET DISPOSAL No Budget or Actual 5.1.3 FEES AND CHARGES Variance due to increase in Refuse income and timing of Swimming pool licences 5.1.6 REIMBURSEMENTS Minor Variance due to timing 5.1.7 INTEREST EARNINGS Minor Variance due to timing 5.1.8 OTHER REVENUE Minor Variance due to timing 5.2 OPERATING EXPENSES 5.2.1 EMPLOYEE COSTS Variance due to Worker's compensation insurance paid ahead of budget timing. 5.2.2 MATERIAL AND CONTRACTS Variance due to timnig across Material & contract, office expenses and Counci buinding maintanance. 5.2.3 UTILITY CHARGES Minor variance due to timing. 5.2.4 DEPRECIATION (NON CURRENT ASSETS) Depriciation not processed for July 16 (non cash item). 5.2.5 INTEREST EXPENSES No budget or Actual for July 16 5.2.6 INSURANCE EXPENSES Variance due to insurance premium paid ahead of budget timing. 5.2.7 LOSS ON ASSET DISPOSAL No budget or Actual for July 16 5.2.8 OTHER EXPENDITURE Minor variance due to timing. 5.3 CAPITAL REVENUE 5.3.1 GRANTS, SUBSIDIES AND CONTRIBUTIONS No budget or Actual for July 16 5.3.2 PROCEEDS FROM DISPOSAL OF ASSETS No budget or Actual for July 16 5.3.4 TRANSFER FROM/TO RESTRICTED ASSETS No budget or Actual for July 16 5.3.7 TRANSFER FROM RESERVES (RESTRICTED ASSETS) No budget or Actual for July 16 5.4 CAPITAL EXPENSES 5.4.2 LAND AND BUILDINGS Please refer to note 10. 5.4.3 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT Please refer to note 10. 5.4.6 INFRASTRUCTURE ASSETS - OTHER Please refer to Attachment 2. 5.4.8 REPAYMENT OF LOANS No budget or Actual for July 16 5.4.10 TRANSFER TO RESERVES (RESTRICTED ASSETS) Variance due to timing 14 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 5: MAJOR VARIANCES Comments/Reason for Variance 5.5 OTHER ITEMS 5.5.1 RATE REVENUE Minor variance due to timing. 5.5.2 OPENING FUNDING SURPLUS(DEFICIT) This actual figure will be confirmed after the completion of 2015-16 Audit. 15 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 6: BUDGET AMENDMENTS Amendments to original budget since budget adoption. Surplus/(Deficit) GL Account Code No Change (Non Cash Increase in Council Available Items) Resolution Adjust. Cash Description $ Budget Adoption -Closing Balance $ 133/16 EOY report - Carry forward project and new budget items Decrease in Available Cash $ $ 79,050 244,954 165,904 0 16 Amended Budget Running Balance 165,904 0 244,954 Note 7: RECEIVABLES Receivables - Rates, ESL Levy, Rubbish and other charges. Opening Arrears Previous Years Rates Levied this year Less Collections to date Equals Current Outstanding Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Current 2016-17 $ 183,203 16,541,584 (2,734,744) 13,990,043 Total Previous 2015-16 $ 147,481 15,940,045 (15,904,323) 183,203 Net Rates Collectable % Collected Receivables - General $ 183,203 16,541,584 (2,734,744) 13,990,043 13,990,043 16.35% Note 7 - Rates % Collected 120.00% Total Outstanding Current $ 101,246 30+ Days $ 7,987 60+ Days $ 39,594 Amounts shown above include GST (where applicable) Note 6 - Accounts Receivable (nonrates) 90+Days 9% 100.00% 80.00% 60+ Days 24% 60.00% 40.00% Last Year 2015-16 20.00% 0.00% Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Current 62% This Year 2016-17 Feb Mar Apr May Jun 0 30+ Days 5% Comments/Notes - Rates Comments/Notes - Receivables General Rates charges include interim rates of $53,771 $78,522 of 30+, 60+ and 90+accounts have been paid since last report. 17 90+Days $ 14,651 163,479 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 8: GRANTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS Program/Details GL Claremont Now op Specified Area Rates Recreation and Culture op Donation to Museum/Library TOTALS Provider Approval Variations Additions (Deletions) Revised Grant No 2016-17 Budget YTD (Yes/No) $ $ $ Yes BID Yes 120,000 Yes 25 Comments - Grants and Contributions 18 120,025 Recoup Status Received Not Received 120,211 0 50 120,261 $ $ 0 120,000 25 0 120,025 Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 9: Cash Backed Reserve Opening Balance Name Pool Upgrade Underground Power Plant Replacement Bore Replacement Public Art res 356/13 Parking Administration Building Future Fund Golf Course Land Aged Transport Subsidy Claremont Joint Venture Claremont NOW Restricted - Loan Investments Resticted - Municipal Investments $ 469,594 2,587,438 75,958 22,409 59,417 917,421 248,821 6,884,549 69,739 12,149 883,740 118,142 0 0 12,349,379 Budget Interest Earned $ 13,585 72,095 2,192 649 1,706 20,087 7,096 195,000 2,020 352 25,500 2,336 0 0 342,618 Actual Interest Earned $ Budget Actual Transfers Transfers In (+) In (+) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $ 80,000 500,000 0 20,000 20,000 0 0 236,500 0 0 0 0 0 856,500 0 0 0 0 $ Budget Transfers Out (-) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $ (300,000) 0 0 0 0 (207,365) (251,791) (1,046,766) (70,000) 0 (68,000) 0 0 (1,943,922) 0 0 0 0 Actual Transfers Out (-) $ Budget Closing Balance 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $ 263,179 3,159,533 78,150 43,058 81,123 730,143 4,126 6,269,283 1,759 12,501 841,240 120,478 Actual YTD Closing Balance 0 0 0 11,604,575 Note 8 - Year To Date Reserve Balance to End of Year Estimate 8,000,000 7,000,000 6,000,000 0 Opening Balance 5,000,000 4,000,000 3,000,000 2,000,000 1,000,000 0 (612,949) -612949 -332113.9 19 Budget Closing Balance Actual YTD Closing Balance $ 469,594 2,587,438 75,958 22,409 59,417 917,421 248,821 6,884,549 69,739 12,149 883,740 118,142 0 0 12,349,379 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9A RESERVES - CASH/INVESTMENT BACKED (CONTINUED) In accordance with council resolutions in relation to each reserve account, the purpose for which the funds are set aside are as follows: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) (l) Aged Transport Subsidy - to account to receive proceeds from sale of Aged Community Bus and to provide a subsidy to the CAPPS regional service for aged patrons' transport. Plant Reserve - to provide for the replacement of major items of heavy plant. Golf Course Land - to account for the receipt of the sale of an easement on the golf Course land to Western Power and to provide assistance for the future development of the Lake Claremont golf Course. Parking - to provide for the purchase of land for car parking in accordance with Clause 33(2). Public Art - to assist with the programmed purchase and development of Public Art assets throughout the Town. Future Fund - to receive proceeds of Lakeway Subdivision sales and to provide for the future planning and undertaking of capital and infrastructure works in the Town. Claremont Joint Venture -to fund major infrastructure construction within CBD. Pool Upgrade - to fund major maintenance of the Claremont Pool. Claremont Now - to fund promotion and publicity of claremont CBD. Administration Building - account for receipt of insurance settlement for fire to Administration Centre in 2010 and to fund the construction of new Administration Office. Underground Power - To provide for the undergrounding of power lines within the balance of the Town not already. Serviced with underground power. Bore Replacement - to be used for the replacement of Park bores. Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 10: CAPITAL DISPOSALS AND ACQUISITIONS Profit(Loss) of Asset Disposal Valuation as at 01 July 2015 Accum Depr Proceeds $ $ $ 0 0 0 Profit (Loss) 0 Profit (Loss) Disposals 0 Budget $ Totals 0 0 Actual $ 0 0 Variance $ 0 0 Comments - Capital Disposal Contributions Information Grants $ 0 0 0 Reserves $ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Borrowing $ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total $ 0 0 0 0 0 Current Budget Summary Acquisitions 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Property, Plant & Equipment Land and Buildings Plant & Equipment Furniture & Equipment Infrastructure Roadworks Footpath & Cycleways Parks, Gardens & Reserves Other Infrastructure Totals Budget $ 64,933 0 0 41,409 5,612 1,250 18,192 131,396 Contributions Actual $ 591 (794) 0 27,767 0 0 3,908 31,472 Variance $ (64,342) (794) 0 (13,642) (5,612) (1,250) (14,284) (99,924) Current Budget Land & Buildings Grants $ Reserves $ 0 Borrowing $ 0 Comments - Land & Buildings Total $ 0 0 15-16 Meals on Wheels Upgrade Aquatic Centre Upgrade 16-17 Freshwater Bay Museum Revitalizatio 16-17 Mrs Herbert Park Toilet 16-17 Claremont Park Toilet Screen 16-17 Anzac Cottage Upgrade Disability Access Upgrade Various Buildings Totals 21 Budget $ 434 50,000 8,333 3,333 333 2,500 64,933 Actual $ 0 0 0 0 0 0 591 591 Variance $ (434) (50,000) (8,333) 591 (58,176) Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 10: CAPITAL DISPOSALS AND ACQUISITIONS Contributions Grants $ 0 Reserves $ 0 Borrowing $ Current Budget This Year Plant & Equipment 0 Total $ 0 Budget $ 2015-16 Credit Totals 0 Actual $ (794) (794) Variance (Under)Over $ (794) (794) Comments - Plant & Equipment Contributions Grants $ Reserves $ 0 Borrowing $ 0 Current Budget This Year Other Infrastructure Total $ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Road Works Intersections Roadworks Footpath, Car Park & Cycleways Other works Parks, Gardens & Reserves Lake Claremont Park Development - Stage 2 Other Parks Other Infrastructure Totals Comments - Other Infrastructure Capital works expenditure remain within the full year budget 22 Budget $ 1,603 39,806 5,612 167 1,083 18,192 66,463 Actual $ 25,430 2,337 0 0 0 3,908 31,675 Variance (Under)Over $ 23,827 (37,469) (5,612) (167) (1,083) (14,284) (34,788) Town of Claremont NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY For the Period Ended 31 July 2016 Note 11: TRUST FUND 12 Funds held at balance date over which the Council has no control and which are not included in this statement are as follows: BCITF Fees Build Services Levy Damage Bond Residenial Damage Bond Demolition Damage Bond Lakeway Damage Bond Commercial Damage Bond Verge Usage Bond Damage Bond Performance Bond Other Trust Bonds Opening Balance 1-Jul-16 Amount Received Amount Paid $ $ $ 7,280 5,655 5,080 5,216 Closing Balance 30-Jun-16 (7,160) (5,553) $ 5,200 5,319 816,199 819,199 17,000 (20,000) 156,300 10,000 (10,000) 95,368 2,852 387 (150) 50,683 (48,239) 1,308,398 204,500 17,500 5,300 87,368 1,305,954 23 5,000 0 0 8,000 (5,000) 0 0 (376) 204,500 17,500 156,300 5,150 2,863 CORPORATE MONTHLY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 31 JULY 2016 INFRASTRUCTURE SCHEDULE OF WORKS – JULY 2016 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 2 2016-17 Infrastructure Works Infrastucture Works GL Name Reviewed Actuals Budget July Comments 11-12 Stirling Highway/Queenslea Drive - Intersection 143,792 25,430 Works completed, invoices yet to be paid. Funding recoup to be undertaken. 35,392 Works completed, invoices yet to be paid. Funding recoup to be undertaken. 11-12 Stirling Road/St Quentin Avenue - Intersection 11-12 Stirling Highway/Leura Avenue - Intersection 68,373 Works completed, invoices yet to be paid. Funding recoup to be undertaken. 12-13 River Foreshore - Erosion Control 13,883 For detailed designs to be done 13-14 Street Trees Replacement Program 35,484 For tree replacement winter 2017 14-15 Loch/Gugeri/Railway 30,000 Ongoing with City of Nedlands 14-15 Claremont Park Stage 2 73,992 Path alignment to finalise 14-15 Fresh Water PDE on RD Cycle Lane Vic Ave Queenslea 14,000 Completed 14-15 Foreshore Stage 1 Management Plan 41,515 For detailed designs to be done 14-15 Cliff Way NIB and Give Way Sign 16,037 Council decided not to proceed 14-15 Interpretive Sign - Lake Claremont 44,535 Bird Signs being finalised to have interactive bird calls 14-15 Graylands & Lapsley Rd Intersection 70,000 Works to begin November 2016 14-15 Davies Rd Car Park 584,000 Works to begin October 2016 Golf Course Upgrade 1,000,000 3,908 Works are in progress with Tees and greens and irrigations to commence 16-17 Rowe Park BBQ and Picnic Table 25,000 Will be installed before December 2016 16-17 Lakeway Street Parking 5,000 will be done in October 16-17 Davies Road Parking Area 60,000 on hold 16-17 Drink Fountain at Lake Claremont 10,000 To be installed in October 16-17 John & Jean Mulder Park sports node 10,000 Early in new year AFL single set and basket ball practice ring 16-17 SD Controller at Rowe and Claremont Park 8,000 Completed 16-17 Bollards at Golf Course 3,000 Post and rail removed, bollards on order 16-17 CBD bore and reticulation connection 80,500 .........on hold 15-16 Victoria Ave- Resheet 2,337 15-16 Stirling Rd Park Extend carpark 52,000 On hold 15-16 Lake Claremont - Create Swale at Henshaw Lan 40,780 Final design recieved and await feedback from LCAC 15-16 Museum Carpark Resheet 81,712 Funds to be trasferred to Museum development project 15-16 Shenton PL/Cedus St Street Light Replacement 85,000 Desgin consultant will be selcetd soon and works to begin March 2017 15-16 Drainage Improvement 27,933 Ongoing 15-16 Richardson Ave drop off/pick up 80,000 Council decided not to proceed 15-16 Remove Various Slab Foothpaths 27,936 On hold 16-17 Airlie St Resheet 216,450 Commencing in November 2016 16-17 Park Lane Resheet 55,510 Works begin March 2017 16-17 Mitford St Resheet 103,025 Works begin November 2016 16-17 Wood St Resheet 158,412 Works to begin January 2017 16-17 Gloucester Stesheet 16-17 Cliff Way Resheet 16-17 Saladin St Resheet 16-17 Central Ave Resheet 16-17 Links Ct Resheet 16-17 Mengler Ave Resheet 16-17 Stirling Hwy Brown to Walter Footpath 16-17 Stirling HwyLangsford to Vaucluse Footpath 16-17 Stirling Hwy Church to Avion Footpath 16-17 Servetus St Footpath 16-17 Mary St East Footpath 16-17 Graylands Rd Cylce Way Footpath 16-17 Anstey St South Footpath 16-17 Turf replacement Maclagan Park 16-17 Strickland to Gloucester Path replacement 16-17 Chester Rd upgrade revet & rain water garden 16-17 Gugeri St median - landscape Total Infrastruture 81,375 71,500 159,760 166,530 37,402 104,676 92,598 51,240 49,410 25,024 24,288 165,000 16,560 60,000 40,000 120,000 68,000 4,634,624 31,675 Works to begin January 2017 Works to begin April 2017 Works begin October 2016 Works begin October 2016 Works completed, waiting invoices. Works completed, waiting invoices. Works begin October 2016 Works begin October 2016 Works begin November 2016 Works begin March 2017 Works begin March 2017 Works begin November 2016 Works to begin April 2017 Works commencing in September 2016 Commence in new year Commence next year .........on hold ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 13.2.3 APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE TO LAKE CLAREMONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE File Ref: GOV/00054 Attachment: Nomination Form Responsible Officer: Les Crichton Executive Manager Corporate and Governance Author: Katie Bovell Governance Officer Proposed Meeting Date: 6 September 2016 Purpose For Council to appoint a community representative to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee of Council. Background Council has established various committees to advise it on specific matters with membership made up of elected members, community members and, relative to some committees, representatives of other organisations or committees. The establishment and appointment of representatives to Council committees is governed by the Local Government Act 1995. The tenure of all committee members on local government committees expires at the next ordinary election following appointment. The current committee members were appointed following the 2015 election and their tenure expires on the Election Day in 2017. One of the community representatives has resigned from the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee due to other commitments. As a result, a position of Community Representative has become vacant. The Terms of Reference and positions for the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee are as follows: To provide advice to Council on matters relating to: • The care and maintenance of Lake Claremont and its immediate environment; • The rehabilitation of Lake Claremont and its environs; • Plans for amenities proposed to Lake Claremont and its immediate environs; • Proposals for the Lake from the Friends Group. Page 14 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Representative Type Positions City of Nedlands 1 Scotch College 1 Friends of Lake Claremont (FOLC) 1 Community 2 Discussion The vacant position was advertised with nominations closing on 31 August 2016. One nomination was received from Mr Steve McKinney. It is recommended the nominee be appointed to the position of Community Representative on the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee of Council. Past Resolutions Ordinary Council Meeting 19 April 2016, Resolution 59/16: Appointment of Friends of Lake Claremont Representative and City of Nedlands Representative to Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. Ordinary Council Meeting 6 October 2015, Resolution 170/15: Appointment of community representatives to Advisory Committees. Ordinary Council Meeting 17 March 2015,Resolution 38/15: Appointment to fill vacant community member position of Foreshore Advisory Committee. Ordinary Council Meeting 5 November 2013, Resolution 318/13: Appointment of elected members to Advisory Committees. Ordinary Council Meeting 1 October 2013, Resolution 281/13: Appointment of community representatives effective from 2013 Council election and disbandment of Community Safety and Crime Prevention Committee. Ordinary Council Meeting 16 April 2013, Resolution 69/13: Appointment of youth representatives from Scotch College and Christ Church Grammar School; increase of membership to include City of Nedlands councillor Ordinary Council Meeting 7 August 2012, Resolution 143/12: Elected member motion to disband Strategic Planning and Policy Committee. Ordinary Council Meeting 6 December 2011, Resolution 279/11 Appointment of Community Representatives to Advisory Committees following 2011 Local Government election Ordinary Council Meeting 18 October 2011, Resolutions 221/11 to 227/11: Appointment of Councillors to Advisory Committees following 2011 Local Government election. Page 15 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Financial and Staff Implications Resource requirements are in accordance with existing budgetary allocation. Policy and Statutory Implications Local Government Act 1995. Section 5.8 - Establishment of committees Section 5.9 - Types of committees Section 5.10 - Appointment of committee members Section 5.11 - Tenure of committee membership. Communication and Consultation Nominations for the vacant position were advertised in local newspapers, the Town notice boards, Town Talk and on the website. Strategic Community Plan Environment We are a leader in responsibly managing the build and natural environment for the enjoyment of the community and continue to provide sustainable, leafy green parks, streets and outdoor spaces. • Provide education and communication on leading practices to the community. People We live in an accessible and safe community that welcomes diversity, enjoys being active and has a strong sense of belonging. • Improve the capacity of local community groups. Governance and Leadership We are an open and accountable local government that encourages community involvement and strives to keep its community well informed. • Identify strategic partnerships that align with the Town’s vision. • Provide and maintain a high standard of governance, accountability, management and strategic planning. • Focus on improved customer service, communication and consultation. Urgency Appointment of committees is essential to assist the Council in performing some of its legislative responsibilities. Voting Requirements Absolute Majority Decision of Council Required. Officer Recommendation That Council approves the appointment to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee of Council: Representative Type Community Representative Name Steve McKinney Page 16 CORPORATE APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE TO LAKE CLAREMONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE NOMINATION FORM 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 COMMITTEE NOMINATION FORM Committee Name: Lake Claremont Advisory Committee Full Name: Steve McKinney Date of Birth (optional): 1/12/1970 Address: 33A Davies Road Claremont Phone: 0404563213 E-Mail: [email protected] Facsimile: Qualifications: BSc(Hons) Microbiology, Dip Community Services, Dip Project Management Experience: Led GreenCorps teams including training other leaders and project development, work on stream revegetation, fencing and walk trail construction Writing, managing, and acquitting Coastcare and other environmental and community engagement grants Currently teach Community Work at TAFE including working with groups, community development, partnering, working with volunteers, community inclusion, and basics of governance. Experience on committees/sub committees, sustainable planning and collaborations between local govt, schools and community organisations. Availability: Currently work approximately 0.7FTE so able to be reasonably flexible Special Interests: Interpretive education projects, cross cultural partnerships, change and leadership, ‘place making’ and asset based community development A few sentences indicating why you are interested in becoming a Committee member: I think the Lake is simply fantastic and am keen to put back in/contribute to our community’s efforts to support and grow such an awesome place. Any additional information: ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 13.2.4 NEW LOCAL LAW - SITE EROSION AND SAND DRIFT LOCAL LAW 2016 File Ref: LAW/00052 Attachments: Town of Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016 Responsible Officer: Les Crichton Executive Manager Corporate and Governance Author: Justin Strange Principal Environmental Health Officer Proposed Meeting Date: 20 September 2016 Purpose The report recommends Council adopt the Town of Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016. Background At the 21 June 2016 Ordinary Council Meeting, Council resolved to advertise the draft Town Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016, in accordance with s. 3.12 of the Local Government Act 1995. The purpose and effect of which are: Purpose: To provide for the regulation, control and management of site erosion and sand on land within the district so as to protect the amenity of the area. Effect: To establish requirements for the management and control of site erosion and sand on land within the district. The draft Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016 was advertised in the West Australian on Saturday 25 June 2016 inviting submission until Monday 15 August 2016. Discussion No submissions from the public were received. The Department of Local Government and Communities (DLGC) made comments in regards to minor formatting and these recommendations have been incorporated into the final draft presented for adoption. The DLGC also made the following comment in regards to the use of term “practicable” and “reasonable”: Practicable measures Clause 2.1 requires that an owner or occupier of land must take “practicable measures” to prevent the stabilization of sand on land and the release of sand or dust. In some cases, the owner or occupier of premises may not be able to completely control the escape or release of sand or dust. The Committee has previously requested that terms such as “reasonable steps” or “reasonable Page 17 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 measures” be inserted in clauses of this nature. The Town may wish to replace the term “practicable measures” with “reasonable measures”. The definition of practicable relates directly to what can or is able to be put into practice successfully, whereas reasonable is defined as what is fair, appropriate or moderate. The amendment has not been made to the Clause 2.1 as the direction is to undertake measures to control successfully the escape of sand and/or dust from the land. It is recommended Council adopt the Town of Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016, amended to reflect minor formatting changes. Past Resolutions Ordinary Council Meeting 21 June 2016, Resolution 97/16; That Council advertise the draft Town of Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016 for a period of not less than six weeks in accordance with section 3.12 of the Local Government Act 1995. a) The purpose of the local law is to provide for the regulation, control and management of site erosion and sand on land within the district so as to protect the amenity of the area. b) The effect of the local law is to establish requirements for the management and control of site erosion and sand on land within the district. CARRIED (NO DISSENT) Financial and Staff Implications Resource requirements are in accordance with existing budgetary allocation. Policy and Statutory Implications Part 3 Subdivision 2 of the Local Government Act 1995 stipulates the procedure for making and reviewing local laws. Communication / Consultation The proposed Soil Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016 was advertised as required by section 3.12 of the Local Government Act 1995. The Local Law will come in to effect on the 14th day after it appears in the Government Gazette. Strategic Community Plan Liveability We are an accessible community with well maintained and managed assets and our heritage preserved for the enjoyment of the community • Clean, usable, attractive, accessible streetscapes and public spaces Environment Page 18 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 We are a leader in responsibly managing the built and natural environment for the enjoyment of the community and continue to provide sustainable, leafy green parks, streets and outdoor spaces • Strive for innovative environmental design practices in new developments and redevelopments Urgency The Local Law improves control of impact of increased development on existing residents and infrastructure. Voting Requirements ABSOLUTE MAJORITY DECISION OF COUNCIL REQUIRED. (Presiding person to read aloud at the meeting the effect and purpose of the proposed local laws.) OFFICER RECOMMENDATION That Council 1. Adopt the Town of Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016 (amended to reflect minor formatting changes) in accordance with section 3.12(4) of the Local Government Act 1995, the purpose and effect of which are: Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016 Purpose: To provide for the regulation, control and management of site erosion and sand on land within the district so as to protect the amenity of the area. Effect: To establish requirements for the management and control of site erosion and sand on land within the district. and 2. Authorise the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer to sign and affix the Common Seal to Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016. Page 19 CORPORATE NEW LOCAL LAW - SAND DRIFT AND SITE EROSION LOCAL LAW 2016 TOWN OF CLAREMONT SAND DRIFT AND SITE EROSION LOCAL LAW 2016 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 Local Government Act 1995 TOWN OF CLAREMONT SITE EROSION AND SAND DRIFT LOCAL LAW 2016 Local Government Act 1995 TOWN OF CLAREMONT TOWN OF CLAREMONT SITE EROSION AND SAND DRIFT LOCAL LAW 2016 CONTENTS PART 1 - PRELIMINARY 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Citation Commencement Purpose Application Interpretation PART 2 - SITE EROSION AND DUST 2.1 2.2 Prevention of erosion and the escape of sand and dust Notice may require specified action to prevent erosion and the escape of dust or sand PART 3 - MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 3.1 Authorised Persons PART 4 - OBJECTIONS AND REVIEW 4.1 Objections and review PART 5 – OFFENCES AND PENALTIES 5.1 5.2 Offences Prescribed Offences PART 6 - INFRINGEMENT NOTICES 6.1 Form of notices SCHEDULE 1 - PRESCRIBED OFFENCES LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1995 TOWN OF CLAREMONT SITE EROSION AND SAND DRIFT LOCAL LAW 2016 Under the powers conferred by the Local Government Act 1995 and under all other powers enabling it, the Council of the Town of Claremont resolved on [insert date] to make the following local law. PART 1 - PRELIMINARY 1.1 Citation This local law may be cited as the Town of Claremont Site Erosion and Sand Drift Local Law 2016. 1.2 Commencement This local law comes into operation 14 days after the date of its publication in the Government Gazette. 1.3 Purpose The purpose of this local law is to provide for the regulation, control and management of site erosion, sand and dust on land within the district so as to protect the amenity of the area. 1.4 Application This local law applies throughout the district. 1.5 Interpretation (1) In this local law unless the context otherwise requires Act means the Local Government Act 1995; authorised person means a person appointed by the local government under section 9.10 of the Act to perform any of the functions of an authorised person under this local law; builder means (a)Any person who holds, or will hold, a building permit issued in respect of building works on a building site, or (b) Any person who has, or will have, effective control of a building site; Building Code means the latest edition of the Building Code of Australia published by, or on behalf of, the Australian Building Codes Board, as amended from time to time, but not including explanatory information published within the code; building site means any lot of land for which a building permit is current, but does not include a lot upon which there exists a commercial, industrial or residential building and(a) the current building permit is issued in respect only of a pergola, patio, shed or other Class 10 building as classified by the Building Code; and (b) means of collection and removal of rubbish, satisfactory to the local government but other than that specified within these local laws, is in place; CEO means the chief executive officer of the local government; construction work means any work involving the placement, fitting together, manufacture or erection of the components of a building or incidental structure, and includes pouring of footings and slabs and placement of stumps or other floor supports; Council means the council of the local government; district means the district of the local government; dust and sand means granules or particles of rock, earth, clay, loam, silt and any other granular, or airborne particle or like material, and includes gravel; land includes any building or structures on the land; local government means the Town of Claremont; occupier means any person who, at the time the notice is served, is in control of any place or part of any place or authorised by the owner, lessee, licensee or any other person empowered to exercise control in relation to a place to perform any work in relation to any place and includes a builder or contractor; (2) Any other expression used in this local law and not defined shall have the meaning given to it in the Act. (3) Where, under this local law a duty, obligation or liability is imposed on an ‘owner or occupier’ the duty shall be deemed to be imposed jointly and severally on each owner and occupier. (4) Where, under this local law, an act is required to be done or forbidden to be done in relation to any land, an owner or occupier of the land has the duty of causing to be done the act so required to be done, or preventing from being done the act forbidden to be done. (5) Where under this local law the local government is empowered to carry out actions, undertake or cause to be undertaken works as a consequence of the failure of any person to comply with the terms of a notice or other conduct, the right to enter land is at all times subject to the provisions of Part 3, Division 3 of the Act. Schedule means a schedule to this local law. PART 2 – SITE EROSION AND DUST 2.1 Prevention of erosion and the escape of sand and dust An owner or occupier of land must take reasonably practicable measures to – 2.2 (a) stabilise sand on the land; and (b) ensure no sand or dust is released from or escapes from the land, whether by means of wind, water or any other cause. Notice may require specified action to prevent erosion and the escape of dust or sand (1) Where the local government or an authorised person is satisfied that: (a) an owner or occupier of land has not complied with clause 2.1; or (b) sand or dust is escaping, being released or being carried, or is likely to escape, be released or be carried, from any land, the local government or an authorised person may, by notice in writing, direct the owner or occupier to, within a time specified in the notice: (c) comply with clause 2.1; (d) clean up and make good any damage resulting from the release or escape of dust or sand from the land; or (e) take such other actions or comply with such other conditions as the local government or authorised person considers necessary to prevent or stop the escape, release or carriage of sand or dust from the land, as stipulated in the notice. (2) An owner or occupier of land to whom a notice is issued under subclause (1) shall comply with the requirements of the notice within the time specified in the notice. PART 3 - MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 3.1 Authorised person (1) A person must not prevent or impede a duly authorised officer or employee of the local government from carrying out his or her duties under this local law. (2) The local government may delegate any of its powers, functions and duties under this local law to the CEO or an authorised person, not including its powers of delegation. PART 4 - OBJECTIONS AND REVIEW 4.1 Objections and review When the local government or an authorised person gives a person a notice under clause 2.2(1), the provisions of Division 1 of Part 9 of the Act and regulation 33 of the Local Government (Functions and General) Regulations 1996 shall apply. PART 5 – OFFENCES AND PENALTIES 5.1 Offences (1) Any person who: (a) fails to comply with a notice issued under clause 2.2(1); (b) fails to do anything required or directed to be done under this local law; or (c) does anything which under this local law that person is prohibited from doing; commits an offence. (2) Any person who commits an offence under this local law is liable, upon conviction, to a penalty not exceeding $5000 and if the offence is of a continuing nature, to an additional penalty not exceeding $500 for each day or part of a day during which the offence had continued. 5.2 Prescribed Offences (1) An offence against a clause specified in Schedule 1 is a prescribed offence for the purposes of section 9.16(1) of the Act. (2) The amount of the modified penalty for a prescribed offence is that specified adjacent to the clause in Schedule 1. PART 6—INFRINGEMENT NOTICES 6.1 Form of notices (1) The form of the infringement notice referred to in section 9.17 of the Act is Form 2 in the Schedule 1 of the Local Government (Functions and General) Regulations 1996; and (2) The form of the infringement withdrawal notice referred to in section 9.20 of the Act is Form 3 in the Schedule 1 of the Local Government (Functions and General) Regulations 1996. SCHEDULE 1 – PRESCRIBED OFFENCES [Clause 5.2] PRESCRIBED OFFENCES Item No. Clause Description Modified Penalty 1. 5.1(1)(a) Failure to comply with a notice served by local government or authorised person $500 Dated [insert date] The Common Seal of the Town of Claremont was affixed by authority of a resolution of the Council in the presence of - Chief Executive Officer Stephen Goode ) ) ) ) ) Mayor Jock Barker ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 13.3 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 INFRASTRUCTURE 13.3.1 LAKE CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2016-21 PUBLIC CONSULTATION File Ref: PRK00123 Attachments: LCMP 2016 Draft LCMP Appendix 1 2016 Draft LCMP Appendix 2 2016 Draft LCMP Appendix 3 2016 Draft Responsible Officer: Saba Kirupananther Executive Manager Infrastructure Author: Andrew Head Manager Parks and Environment Proposed Meeting Date: 20 September 2016 Purpose For Council to review the reformatted final draft of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 (LCMP2016-21), and approve it for public consultation with the community. Background The redevelopment of the former Lakeway Drive-In site in 2007 and closure of the long nine-hole golf course in 2009 significantly altered the management regime around Lake Claremont. Community consultation for both initiatives identified that the community wanted an ecologically sustainable residential development on the drivein site to fund both revegetation of half of the closed golf course and activation of recreation space on the other half of the area. The conservation focused 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan and the Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan (December 2010) guided works in the lake, former golf course and western remnant bushland. The concept plan expanded both the area and scope of the nature space at Lake Claremont. The evolving community engagement with the Lake Claremont has changed the management focus at the site from simply conserving and protecting the lake and remnant bushland to the management of cultural, social, recreational, sporting, and environmental values of a mixed-use public open space which underpins this draft of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 (LCMP 2016-21). Discussion The life span of a strategic management plan, including management plans for public open spaces, is typically a period of five years. On that basis both the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2010 and the Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan (December 2010) require review. On advice from the LCAC, the Council approved a review of both plans and a “consultant’s brief” for the development of “a new best practice adaptive management plan for the lake and its surrounds” in the first half of 2014. In line with the Council approved brief, Natural Area Consultancy firm (NAC) Page 20 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 was appointed to develop an environmentally focused management plan for the Lake Claremont site. Feedback from Councillors and the LCAC broadened the scope of the management plan to address cultural, recreational and environmental aspects of managing the site. After Natural Area Consultancy had produced four drafts of the management plan at the Town’s request, rather than the quoted/requested two drafts and final document, the Town took over the work reviewed/ redrafted the plan in house. At that time, the Council formed the Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Working Party (the Recreation Working Party). It was decided to suspend development of the LCMP 2016-21 in April 2015 to allow the Recreation Working Party to complete their review. Outcomes of the Recreation Working Party review and other suggestions and amendments raised by Councillors and LCAC members have been incorporated into the current draft of the LCMP 2016-21 and the background appendices. The LCMP2016-21 operates as a standalone document, while the appendices benchmark values for the site and provide guidance on best practice management techniques. This updated suite of documents was presented to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee in February 2016 and comments were accepted over the following week for consideration and inclusion in the report direct to Council. Changes requested by committee members of the plan but not implemented are; 1. 4.1.2 Infrastructure for sport and recreation include: Periodic review impact of infrastructure on lake fauna and flora. Officer Comments There are minimal impacts to the flora and fauna as a result of current infrastructure on the site. Any new items proposed within the site should be assessed prior to proposals for installation. 2. 4.4.2 Fig Trees – Remove European heritage references to the Ficus throughout the document. These trees were planted after the rubbish dump closed (1970). The Town needs to justify this action and define what constitutes “European Heritage Value” Officer Comments Heritage assessment of the ficus trees are possible. Areas of assessment include the following measures which are used by the Heritage Council of WA, but with a focus on significance to the local area. • Aesthetic value – Age, avenue planting, landmark quality or impact to vistas. • Historic Value – Importance in relation to an event, phase or activity of historic importance or close association with an individual or group whose life has been significant within the history of the nation, state or region. • Scientific Value – Importance to a wider understanding of the history of occupation of the locality, region or state. Page 21 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA • • 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Social Value – Importance as a place highly valued by a community or cultural group for reasons of social, cultural, religious, spiritual, aesthetic or educational associations. Rarity – Demonstrates rare, endangered or uncommon structures, landscapes or phenomena. . A cursory assessment suggests they may meet some criteria but not all. An assessment should still be undertaken to determine significance of these trees. 3. 2.1-2.8 Recreation – Move sections to an Appendix as they are only descriptions (As are the biophysical, flora and fauna sections of the plan). Officer Comments The original scope had an additional appendix which accommodated this section however it was incorporated into the main document after a request of the Council during consultation process. This could be its own appendix however there would only be a small amount of information held in it as recreational pursuits are limited to the existing infrastructure. Future management plans (For example; LCMP 2021-26) could be added to an appendix which includes golf course and aquatic centre sections. This would create a more detailed section on recreation which could be referred to in the main document. 4. Page 19 diagram to have a box for other volunteers Officer Comments The diagram already has a box for other volunteers. No need for an additional box to demonstrate current structure. 5. Significance of the wetland in a regional and local context has not been well defined in the plan. The biodiversity and conservation values are the most important to recognise and manage around this important resource (i.e. – they take priority). Sport, recreation and cultural values are secondary and should be developed and enhanced within the constraints of maintaining the biodiversity/conservation values which are easily lost and difficult to reestablish. Sport, recreation and cultural values are more easily addressed and maintained........... Officer Comments This information on regional and local context is contained in the wetland appendix. The intent with the management plan suite of documents was to create a simple overarching document with all supporting information held within the appendix sections. 6. Remove suggestion of a natural and cultural heritage study centre be located in the area of the old tin shed. Instead insert, as a high priority, a natural and cultural study centre should be considered as part in the redevelopment plans of the pool and/or the golf club during the current planning phase. A simple Page 22 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 structure with only a roof as a cover will not be an adequate enough facility and will likely attract people for late night drinking, drugs and graffiti. Officer Comments Lake Claremont Recreation Precinct Consultation Report found that there was only six out of the 56 comments received that were in relation to the proposed Heritage Centre, 5 were supportive with only one not supportive. Comments can be seen below; Unsupportive • The heritage centre is unnecessary (waste of $). Supportive • I support the new cultural / heritage centre. • Pleased to see the plans for the heritage centre to recognize both Aboriginal and European heritage use of the precinct. • I support the concept of a indigenous cultural focus at the northern end of the Lake • FOLC support the concept of a heritage centre but believe it needs further work • Excellent – but give more money and higher priority The intent is to create a spot for some interpretive panels on the history of Lake Claremont from pre-European through to the future. The north of Lake Claremont is lacking in facilities to activate the area. This is seen as an opportunity to create a small informal outdoor classroom for use by many groups within the community. Scotch is showing keen interest in setting up a bush school program. Any shelter built in this area would be done without lighting, walls, power or water which would reduce the likelihood of antisocial behaviour. The discussion on this has been, as a minimum do the informal low scale shelter, but to seek grants and partnerships such as schools to develop it as a proper resource. Consideration has been given to use (non-exclusively on a booking and availability basis) a multi use room within the pool redevelopment which could be used for holding classes, workshops and talks by many community groups including the Friends of Lake Claremont for conservation education. LCAC has recommended to develop a business plan to determine demand and requirements for any proposed purpose built facility. 7. Page 27 Regeneration and revegetation: need to agree on what areas we “Continue to give due consideration to blocking views of parkland users” The phrase “particularly in relation to blocking views” sends the wrong message of the conservation issues. Officer Comments The operational plan of last year, recommended by LCAC and approved by Council, stated that, extension of the wetland buffer revegetation on the Page 23 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 eastern side of the lake which includes all low plantings to provide views of the lake. At the LCAC meeting on 25 August 2016 the wording was changed to say; “Continue to provide views of the lake by using low plantings with an indicative height between 600mm and 1 metre height on the eastern side of the wetland buffer and other vistas be created through the removal of established non native trees which provide the Town opportunities to revegetate with endemic species in those areas to improve biodiversity and maintain long term viability of the bushland.” Reason: 600mm is too specific as a measure as some plants will grow beyond their natural range of sizes from time to time. Recently a few Eucalypt seedlings have germinated naturally within the areas designated as a low planting area on the eastern side of the lake within the buffer area; this will more than likely continue to occur each winter. Any naturally occurring plants within the Lake Claremont environs will need a permit from Department of Environmental Regulation (DER) to undertake the removal of those plants as the area is designated as an Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA). Only planted specimens can be removed where they were not intended for revegetation purposes, examples would include all trees planted during the golf course operational years. The area of low planting is significant and does not provide any shade benefit to the path users during the afternoons in summer. Some park users have requested more shade along this section of the path over the last few years. This area provides the Town an opportunity to provide a few shade trees within this buffer area to improve path useability in hot weather during the afternoons. These could be planted at very wide 12m or more spacing close to the path (on the lake side) to ensure the views of the lake are maintained during establishment and maturity phases. A few viewing areas can be created in this section close to the path for people to stand or sit and enjoy the diversity of fauna (including the new variety of birds) and flora. 8. LCAC recommendation 1.c. - Figure 7.2 be amended by deleting Town Of Claremont ownership of Lakeway and replacing “boundary” and “shoreline.” This map has been updated since the last LCAC meeting and does not require any further changes to be made. Shoreline was also changed on Figure 7.5 for consistency. 9. LCAC recommendation 1.d. - Update figure 7.6 to show in particular current approved dog exercise area and Par 3 Golf Course. The map has been updated since the last LCAC meeting to include the new dog exercise area approved by Council earlier this year and the Golf Course has been marked on the map as requested. Any changes resulting from the community consultation will be considered in a consultation outcomes report or incorporated into the final draft of the LCPMP201621 prior to final Council approval. Page 24 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Past Resolutions Ordinary Council Meeting 18 March 2014: Approves $32,500 as an unbudgeted expenditure, to review the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan and draft a new best practice adaptive management plan for the lake and its surrounds. Ordinary Council Meeting Council 1 July 2014: That Council: 1. Approves the draft brief for the consultants to review the Lake Claremont Management Plan; and 2. Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer to make any other amendments as needed to progress with the LCMP review. Ordinary Council Meeting 5 May 2015: That 1. Council establish a Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use working party to consider the use of the parkland as a recreation resource for the community. 2. The working party to report to Council no later than 3 September 2015. 3. Membership of the working party be three elected members plus the CEO or his delegate. 4. The working party consist of the one Councillor from each Ward and one only deputy all to be elected by Council. Ordinary Council Meeting 16 Feb 2016: That 1. Council receive this report about the consultation outcomes regarding the Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Plan; 2. Council endorse the recommendations of the Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Plan (as amended by Council resolution 224/15) through modification to the Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan 2010 other than the recommendations relating to the dog exercise area which is to be dealt with separately; 3. Give consideration in the mid-year budget review to allocation of $56,000 for the proposed 2015-2016 projects; 4. The necessary provision for funding be included for the listed 2016-17 and 2017-18 projects when the Town’s Forward Financial Plan is reviewed; 5. Opportunities for funding partnerships and grant funding be investigated by the Administration; 6. Further consideration be given in 2018 to consider further initiatives in time for consideration during budget deliberations for 2018-19; 7. Refer to the Lake Claremont Committee for consideration and recommendation to Council – a) the proposal for the dog proof fence around Lake Claremont; b) the proposal to retain all fig trees as recognition of the European heritage of the precinct; and 8. Direct that public notice be given of the proposal to amend the Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127 by extending the existing area south to the proposed Lakeway Street parking area extension. Lake Claremont Advisory Committee Meeting 25 February 2016: Page 25 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 That the Committee recommends that Council: 1. Releases for community consultation the draft Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 and the three draft appendices that support the plan. 2. Approves engagement with Noongar representatives to confirm and/or secure (Section 18) approval for Aboriginal heritage aspects of the draft Lake Claremont Parklands Management Plan 2016-2021 and the three draft appendices that support the plan. 3. Refers to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee for consideration and recommendation the scheduling of management actions determined following the community consultation and detailed in Section 5.0 of the plan. 4. Lake Claremont Parklands Management Plan be named Lake Claremont Management Plan. Lake Claremont Advisory Committee Meeting 25 August 2016: That the Committee recommends that Council: 1. Release the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 for public consultation subject to the following; a. Interpretive shelter to be left in plan with reference made to the proposed multiuse function room at the Aquatic Centre redevelopment being available for talks, meetings and training by use of community groups and a business plan be prepared for an environmental education centre. b. Continue to provide views of the lake by using low plantings with an indicative height between 600mm and 1 metre height on the eastern side of the lake and other vistas be created through the removal of established non native trees which provide the Town opportunities to revegetate with endemic species in those areas to improve biodiversity and maintain long term viability of the bushland.” c. Figure 7.2 be amended by deleting Town Of Claremont ownership of Lake Way and replacing “boundary” and “shoreline.” d. Update figure 7.6 to show in particular current approved dog exercise area and Par 3 Golf Course. 2. The five year implementation plan (Section 5 of draft Lake Claremont Management Plan) to inform priorities of all identified actions. 3. Recommends the development of an appendix for land use to be created and include the Golf/Pool upgraded facilities for next management plan review in 2021. CARRIED (NO DISSENT) Financial and Staff Implications Resource requirements are in accordance with existing budgetary allocation. Community consultation is budgeted under the project funding. Implementation costs of the new management plan and staff implications will be addressed when the finalised plan is submitted to Council for endorsement post consultation and as part of the annual Operational Plan. Policy and Statutory Implications Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA) Page 26 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Aust) Wildlife Protection Act 1950 (WA) Environmental Protection (Clearing of Native Vegetation) Regulations 2004 (WA) Bush Forever and Geomorphic Wetlands Swan Coastal Plain dataset State Planning Policy 2.8: Bushland Policy for the Perth Metropolitan Region Lake Claremont Management Plan 2010 Lake Claremont Concept Plan Communication / Consultation A local newspaper advert to inform all residents of the availability of draft management plan both on the website and in hardcopy from the Council offices, request written feedback via email. Articles in local media, on Town’s website and Facebook page, in Town talk (if time permits). After public consultation, Officers will meet with the Perth region NRM for finalising the Indigenous consultation phase prior to Council’s final approval. Strategic Community Plan Liveability We are an accessible community, with well maintained and managed assets, and our heritage preserved for the enjoyment of the community. • Develop the public realm as gathering spaces for participation and enjoyment. • Maintain and upgrade infrastructure for seamless day to day usage. • Provide a responsible and well managed urban environment, with sustainable development outcomes. People We live in an accessible and safe community that welcomes diversity, enjoys being active and has a strong sense of belonging. • Improve the capacity of local community groups. Environment We are a leader in responsibly managing the build and natural environment for the enjoyment of the community and continue to provide sustainable, leafy green parks, streets and outdoor spaces. • Strive for innovative environmental design practices in new developments and redevelopments. • Provide education and communication on leading practices to the community. • Implement sound environmental practices as reflected in the WESROC Climate Change Risk Assessment Project. Page 27 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Urgency To complete the Lake Claremont Management Plan as soon as practical. Voting Requirements Simple majority decision of Council required. OFFICER RECOMMENDATION That Council 1. Approves the release of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 for public consultation subject to the following: a. Interpretive shelter to be left in plan with reference made to the proposed multiuse function room at the Aquatic Centre redevelopment being available for talks, meetings and training by use of community groups and a business plan be prepared for an environmental education centre. b. Remove references to “blocking views” and approve the wording; “Continue to provide views of the lake by using low plantings with an indicative height between 600mm and 1 metre height on the eastern side of the lake and other vistas be created through the removal of established non native trees which provide the Town opportunities to revegetate with endemic species in those areas to improve biodiversity and maintain long term viability of the bushland.” Page 28 INFRASTRUCTURE LAKE CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2016-21 PUBLIC CONSULTATION LCMP 2016 DRAFT 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016 - 21 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Development Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), wrote the first four drafts of this management plan with guidance and assistance from officers of the Town. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee, Friends of Lake Claremont and the Claremont Council revised those drafts. Officers of the Town of Claremont completed subsequent drafts of this management plan and appendices. Disclaimer Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), has prepared Drafts 1 to 4 of this plan for the sole use of the Client to assist with assessing the suitability of our proposed solution/s and engaging our services. This document may not be relied upon by any other party without the express written agreement of Natural Area. Confidentiality This document contains valuable and commercially sensitive information. This document is intended for the recipient’s sole use and the information contained herein is not to be used for any purpose other than that intended. Improper use of the information in this document may result in an action for damages arising from the misuse. Document Control Version Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Ver. 1 23 October 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 1a 10 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 2 24 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 3 27 January 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 4 24 February 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers No review - Tabled Deferred pending with TOC Executive Recreation Working Leadership Group Party review Not progressed as Recreation Working Party review was not finalised Ver. 5 April 2015 Greg Simpson Ver. 6 December 2016 Greg Simpson Ver. 7 February 2016 Greg Simpson Andrew Head Stephen Goode Ver. 8 September 2016 Andrew Head Saba Kirupananther Stephen Goode Draft – September 2016 Page I Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Executive Summary This management plan is the latest iteration in a series of management plans for Lake Claremont and its immediate surrounds (Lantzke, Haynes and Gabriel 1992; Haynes, Lantzke and Lantzke 1998; North Metro Conservation Group Inc 2007; Town of Claremont (TOC) 2010a; TOC 2010b). The earliest of these plans focused on work conserving the ecological values of the lake and the remnant bushland to the west of the waterbody. Following the closure of the long nine-hole golf course in 2009, the Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan (TOC 2010b) extended the work area covered by management plans for the area and formalised planning for recreational activities around the lake. The ‘Recreational Precinct’ constituted by the Claremont Aquatic Centre, Claremont Par 3 Golf Course and Tennis Club were exempted from the Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan (TOC 2010b; TOC 2013a). However, Council Resolution 99/14 regarding the Consultant Brief for the development of this plan integrated those facilities into the area covered by this management plan. That resolution aligns with the Department of Sport and Recreation’s (DSR) framework for managing public open spaces. The DSR framework recognises that best practice management of urban public open space requires the effective integration of ‘nature spaces’, ‘recreational spaces’ and ‘sporting spaces’ (DSR 2012). Concurrent with the development of this plan, TOC completed a number of reviews of the recreational and sporting needs of the community. Under the Corporate Business Plan 2013-2017, the Town worked with key partners to ‘determine the needs for community recreation facilities which includes ... the golf course and effectively plans for any redevelopment of the Aquatic Centre’ (TOC 2013a; TOC 2013b). The Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Working Party of Council also considered ‘the use of the park as a recreation resource for the community’. The outcomes of the study and working party guide the development of recreational and sporting spaces at Lake Claremont. Three key outcomes of the development of this management plan are the: 1. Review and consolidation of initiatives developed under the earlier management plans. 2. Addition of the Recreation Precinct to the area managed under this plan. 3. Implementation of priorities identified in the Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Working Party report. Draft – September 2016 Page II Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Lake Claremont is a seasonal ephemeral wetland that dries out in summer and fills in the wetter winter months when the groundwater levels rise and a network of drains that supply stormwater, overflow. In addition to the lake, other important components of the Lake Claremont Precinct are: a buffer of native vegetation that is being re-established around the lake bed; large areas of turf in the southern and eastern sides of the lake; several areas with their own distinct character; recreational spaces with barbeque and picnic facilities, children’s playgrounds, free exercise equipment, on-leash dog walking and off -leash dog exercise areas; shared cycle and pedestrian paths; remnant and revegetated bushland to the west and north of the lake; the Claremont Aquatic Centre, Claremont Lawn Tennis Club and Claremont Par 3 Golf Course sport spaces on the south-eastern corner of the lake; and Scotch College and Cresswell Oval sport spaces adjacent to the south-western corner of the lake. Lake Claremont has a number of statutorily designated values that require ongoing management and protection. Lake Claremont and its 50m buffer is Conservation Category Wetland (Western Australia. Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) 2015). The State Government declared Lake Claremont as Bush Forever Site 220 in 2000 and reaffirmed that status in 2010 (Government of Western Australia 2000; Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) 2011). Among the wetlands that remain in Perth’s western suburbs, only Lake Claremont and Herdsman Lake have both Bush Forever and Conservation Category status (Zelina & Oh 2013). Lake Claremont is a declared Environmentally Sensitive Area under the Environmental Protection (Environmentally Sensitive Areas) Notice 2005 to protect all naturally occurring and revegetated native vegetation growing at the site (State Law Publisher 2005). The area is an Aboriginal Site under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (Department of Aboriginal Affairs 2014). The Council appointed Lake Claremont Advisory Committee assists with overarching advice on the strategic management of the Lake Claremont, including the recreational and sporting spaces. The Friends of Lake Claremont Limited (FOLC), an independent community group that takes an active interest in Lake Claremont, has assisted TOC to implement the recommendations of the previous management plans. Working closely with the Town, FOLC has been instrumental in gaining almost half a million dollars of grant funding to support environmental improvement at Lake Claremont. Activities carried out by FOLC include general ‘busy bees’, coordination of corporate and school groups, planting of local native plants and weeding that contribute to ongoing management. Management Plan Objectives The objectives of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 are to: Respect Lake Claremont and surrounding land’s status as an Aboriginal Site under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA). Manage the aquatic environment of Lake Claremont as a natural seasonal wetland, with recognition of its Conservation Category Wetland designation. Manage the terrestrial areas as mixed-use nature, recreation and sport spaces, giving due consideration to the sites cultural and heritage values, its listing as Bush Forever Site 220 and its classification as an Environmentally Sensitive Area. Maintain and enhance the cultural, environmental, recreational, social and sporting values of the Lake Claremont environs. Draft – September 2016 Page III Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Plan Structure This management plan consists of an overarching management document and three stand-alone appendices that contain supporting information for specific management aspects. Specifically, the document structure is: Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 This overarching document provides historical perspective, current context and management recommendations. Appendix 1: Biophysical and Wetland Values This document provides a description of the environmental aspects of the park. This description includes the location, climate, geology, topography, soil and vegetation associations, an overview of water quality in the lake and a review of activities that can affect the biophysical and wetland values. Appendix 2: Flora Values This document provides information about the flora of the park, including vegetation associations and condition, significant local native species growing, approaches for managing exotic plants and out of area Australian natives (both of which can be woody weeds in certain circumstances) and revegetation of the local native bushland. Fungi and pathogens are included for convenience because of their associations with the flora. Appendix 3: Fauna Values This document describes the terrestrial and wetland fauna species that reside in or visit Lake Claremont, which includes native and introduced varieties of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Management Recommendations Sections 4.0 and 5.0 of this plan recommend management actions for implementation by the Town of Claremont and/or its delegates. Acknowledgements Natural Area acknowledged the assistance of the following participants for their contributions to the preparation of this management plan: Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. Board of management of the Friends of Lake Claremont Limited. Andrew Head and Greg Simpson from the Town of Claremont. Staff and Volunteers of the Freshwater Bay Museum. Draft – September 2016 Page IV Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Contents Executive Summary .............................................................................................................................................. ii Management Plan Objectives ......................................................................................................................... iii Management Plan Structure ............................................................................................................................iv Management Recommendations.....................................................................................................................iv Acknowledgements ..........................................................................................................................................iv 1.0 Management Plan Overview .................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 The Vision or Management Plan Purpose ............................................................................................ 2 1.2 Management Plan Objectives............................................................................................................... 2 1.3 Management Plan Structure ................................................................................................................ 2 1.4 Management Plan Consultation ........................................................................................................... 3 1.5 Management Plan Review and Development ...................................................................................... 3 1.6 Aboriginal Heritage ............................................................................................................................... 3 1.7 Post-European Settlement Heritage..................................................................................................... 4 1.7.1 Stirling Road Ficus Trees ............................................................................................................... 6 1.8 Legal Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 6 1.9 Tenure and Zoning ................................................................................................................................ 6 1.10 Land Use within Lake Claremont and its surrounds ........................................................................... 11 1.11 Land Use in Lake Claremont Catchment ............................................................................................ 11 2.0 Lake Claremont Recreation and Sport Spaces........................................................................................ 12 2.1 Recreation Spaces............................................................................................................................... 12 2.1.1 Enhanced Recreation Opportunities .......................................................................................... 12 2.1.2 Dog Walking and Exercise........................................................................................................... 13 2.2 Sport Spaces ....................................................................................................................................... 15 2.3 Infrastructure to Support Sport and Recreation ................................................................................ 16 2.4 Access ................................................................................................................................................. 16 2.5 Signage................................................................................................................................................ 17 2.6 Fencing................................................................................................................................................ 17 2.7 Lake Views .......................................................................................................................................... 18 2.8 Henshaw Drain Infiltration Swale ....................................................................................................... 18 3.0 Community Engagement in Lake Claremont Management ................................................................... 19 3.1 Lake Claremont Advisory Committee ................................................................................................. 19 3.2 Friends of Lake Claremont .................................................................................................................. 20 3.3 Natural and Cultural Heritage Study Centre....................................................................................... 20 3. 4 School Programs ................................................................................................................................. 21 Draft – September 2016 Page V Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 3.5 4.0 Celebrate Lake Claremont .................................................................................................................. 21 Management and Monitoring Recommendations ................................................................................. 21 4.1 Cultural and Recreational Values ....................................................................................................... 21 4.1.1 Management Aims and Objectives............................................................................................. 21 4.1.2 Management Recommendations ............................................................................................... 21 4.2 Biophysical Values .............................................................................................................................. 24 4.2.1 Management Aims and Objectives............................................................................................. 24 4.2.2 Management Recommendations ............................................................................................... 24 4.3 Lake Claremont Wetland Values ........................................................................................................ 25 4.3.1 Management Aims and Objectives............................................................................................. 25 4.3.2 Management Recommendations ............................................................................................... 26 4.4 Flora Values ........................................................................................................................................ 26 4.4.1 Management Aims and Objectives............................................................................................. 26 4.4.2 Management Recommendations ............................................................................................... 27 4.5 Fauna Values....................................................................................................................................... 28 4.5.1 Management Aims and Objectives............................................................................................. 28 4.5.2 Management Recommendations ............................................................................................... 29 5.0 Performance Objectives and Standards ................................................................................................ 30 6.0 Review of Management Recommendations from 2010 Management Plan .......................................... 41 7.0 Geographical Information and Mapping ................................................................................................ 47 8.0 References .............................................................................................................................................. 57 Draft – September 2016 Page VI Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 1.0 Management Plan Overview Lake Claremont is located within the Town of Claremont (TOC) a kilometre north of the Swan-Canning Estuary and approximately halfway between the Cities of Fremantle and Perth (Figure 7.1). The lake and some of the surrounding land is owned in fee simple by TOC and comprises parts of Perthshire Aw lots 1, 2, 5, to 8, 58 and parts of Perthshire locations 223, 224, 227, to 229 231, 237, 288, and 6223 (Figure 7.2). The lake is an ephemeral wetland with a seasonal regime. The lake dries out in summer and fills when groundwater levels rise in wetter winter months. The Lake Claremont has a number of statutorily designated values that require ongoing management and protection (Figure 7.3). Lake Claremont and its 50m buffer is an Environmental Protection (Swan Coastal Plain Lakes) Policy 1992 Conservation Category Wetland (Western Australia. Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) 2015). The State Government declared the area as Bush Forever Site 220 in 2000 and reaffirmed that status in 2010 (Government of Western Australia 2000; Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) 2011). Among the wetlands that remain in Perth’s western suburbs, only Lake Claremont and Herdsman Lake have both Bush Forever and Conservation Category status (Zelina & Oh 2013). The lake and surrounds are a declared Environmentally Sensitive Area under the Environmental Protection (Environmentally Sensitive Areas) Notice 2005 to protect all naturally occurring and revegetated native vegetation growing there (State Law Publisher 2005). Lake Claremont and surrounds are designated Target Area 2 in the Capital City Planning Framework – Support Document with the objective of improving habitat values and connectivity to the Swan River and Bold Park (WAPC 2013; Zelina & Oh 2013). The area is an Aboriginal Site under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (Department of Aboriginal Affairs 2014). This management plan is the latest iteration in a series of management plans for Lake Claremont and its immediate surrounds (Lantzke, Haynes and Gabriel 1992; Haynes, Lantzke & Lantzke 1998; North Metro Conservation Group Inc 2007; Town of Claremont (TOC) 2010a; TOC 2010b). The earliest of these plans focused work on conserving the ecological values of the lake and the remnant bushland to the west of the waterbody. Following the closure of the long nine-hole golf course in 2009, the Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan (TOC 2010b) formalised planning for recreational activities of that area. The ‘Recreational Precinct’ constituted by the Claremont Aquatic Centre, Claremont Par 3 Golf Course and Tennis Club were exempted from the Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan (TOC 2010b; TOC 2013a). However, Council Resolution 99/14 regarding the Consultants Brief for the development of this plan integrated those facilities into the area covered by this management plan. That resolution aligns with the Department of Sport and Recreation’s (DSR) framework for managing public open spaces. The DSR framework recognises that best practice management of urban open spaces requires the effective integration of ‘nature spaces’, ‘recreational spaces’ and ‘sporting spaces’ (DSR 2012). Concurrent with the development of this plan, TOC completed a number of reviews of the recreational and sporting needs of the community. Under the Corporate Business Plan 2013-2017, the Town worked with key partners to ‘determine the needs for community recreation facilities which includes ... the golf course and effectively plans for any redevelopment of the Aquatic Centre’ (TOC 2013a; TOC 2013b). The Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Working Party of Councillors also considered ‘the use of the park as a recreation resource for the community’. The outcomes of the study and working party guide the development of recreational and sporting spaces at Lake Claremont. Draft – September 2016 Page 1 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 1.1 The Vision or Management Plan Purpose This management plan was developed to protect, enhance and promote the cultural, environmental and recreational values of Lake Claremont and surrounds by; identifying the values and develop appropriate uses to complement and enhance those values. outlining management issues and to indicate how these can be mitigated in the short and longer term; and documenting a strategic direction for management over the next five years. 1.2 Management Plan Objectives The overarching objectives of this management plan are to: Respect Lake Claremont and surrounding land’s status as an Aboriginal Site under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA). Manage the aquatic environment of Lake Claremont as a natural seasonal ephemeral wetland, with recognition of its Conservation Category Wetland designation. Manage the terrestrial areas as mixed-use nature, recreation and sport spaces, giving due consideration to the sites cultural and heritage values, its listing as Bush Forever Site 220 and its classification as an Environmentally Sensitive Area; And Maintain and enhance the cultural, environmental, recreational, social and sporting values of the Lake Claremont and surrounds. 1.3 Management Plan Structure This management plan consists of an overarching management document and three stand-alone appendices that contain supporting information for specific management aspects. Specifically, the document structure is: Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 This overarching document provides historical perspective, current context and management recommendations. Appendix 1: Biophysical and Wetland Values This document provides a description of the environmental aspects. This description includes the location, climate, geology, topography, soil and vegetation associations, an overview of water quality in the lake and a review of activities that can affect the biophysical and wetland values. Appendix 2: Flora Values This document provides information about the flora, including vegetation associations and condition, significant local native species, approaches for managing exotic plants and out of area Australian natives (both of which can be woody weeds in certain circumstances) and revegetation of the local native bushland. Fungi and pathogens are included for convenience because of their associations with the flora. Appendix 3: Fauna Values This document describes the terrestrial and wetland fauna species that reside in or visit Lake Claremont, which includes native and introduced varieties of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Draft – September 2016 Page 2 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 1.4 Management Plan Consultation In preparing this plan, consultation occurred with: Andrew Head and Greg Simpson from the Town of Claremont; Town of Claremont’s Lake Claremont Advisory Committee (LCAC); Friends of Lake Claremont (through LCAC); Claremont Council Recreational Working Party Department of Aboriginal Affairs; and Community members. 1.5 Management Plan Review and Development Implementation of the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan, Lake Claremont: Concept Plan and previous TOC endorsed management plans has resulted in significant improvements in the health of Lake Claremont and its vegetation. The Natural Area consultants assessed the works carried out by the Town of Claremont to be ‘best practice’. Accordingly, the ongoing management aim is to maintain and enhance the ecological, recreational and sporting values of the Lake Claremont environs. Assessment activities undertaken during the preparation of this management plan identified a range of values that require ongoing management. Recommended management strategies for these values appear in Section 4.0 of this plan. Section 5.0 of this plan details performance objectives and standards for each management strategy. Background information and data supporting the recommended management strategies appears in the three appendices. This management plan has a lifespan of five years. Review of this plan and development of the next strategic management plan for the site should commence four years after Council endorsement of this plan. 1.6 Aboriginal Heritage The Town of Claremont acknowledges the Mooro people of the Whadjuk Noongar as the traditional custodians of the country around Lake Claremont. This includes, but is not limited to, the Bodney, Bropho, Colbung, Corunna, Garlett, Hume, Jacobs, Warrell and Wilkes family groups. Consultation with these families secured Section 18 approval to carry out the works under the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. Lake Claremont was an important campsite and hunting ground that provided a range of plants and animals for food for the Whadjuk Noongar. Having occupied the south west of Western Australia for at least 50 000 years, Noongar people maintained a camp at the southern end of Lake Claremont until the 1930s and then north of the lake until forcefully evicted around 1950 (Haynes, Lantzke and Lantzke 1998; Bolton and Gregory 1999; Dortch 2005 ). Listed as an Aboriginal Site under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA), artefacts have been recorded in the proximity of Kott Terrace and Stirling Road (Department of Aboriginal Affairs 2014). Draft – September 2016 Page 3 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 1.7 Post-European Settlement Heritage Based on the writings of Haynes, Lantzke and Lantzke (1998), Bolton and Gregory (1999), the North Metro Conservation Group (2007) and Fisher Research (2010), key information relating to the post colonisation history of Lake Claremont includes: The first European reference to Lake Claremont is by Willem De Vlamigh’s landing party lead by Gerrit Colaert in early January 1697. Landing near Swanbourne and walking past Lake Claremont on the way to Freshwater Bay. The first recorded reference to the wetland after European settlement is a letter written by Mr John Butler to the Surveyor General John Septimus Roe on the 15 November 1831 to request a grant of 10 acres of land on east side of the lagoon for his son, William Burton Butler. While no hard evidence has been found to support the proposition, it has been suggested that the Butlers carried out farming activities at the site without an official grant and that this use gave rise to the lake’s early name of ‘Butler’s Swamp’. In 1851, 3.8 ha grants of land were given to 18 Pensioner Guards who had escorted the first convicts transported to Western Australia on the Scindian in 1850. The Perth to Guildford railway line opened in 1881 with Butler’s Swamp siding constructed on the west side of Stirling Road, which led to the lake becoming a popular picnic destination. At the start of last century, the popularity of the site as a picnic spot declined as market gardens became increasingly common. Extensive flooding occurred across the Perth region between the 1930s and 1950s as groundwater levels rose due to a combination of clearing of native vegetation and commercial felling of tall trees, numerous years with higher than normal rainfall and increased runoff from rapidly urbanising settlements. Butler’s Swamp became permanently flooded and the size of the waterbody doubled at this time. The rising water level meant the market gardens were no longer viable, Stirling Road became impassable and the nature of the vegetation changed as the permanently inundated Paperbarks that had covered the wetland died away, although the dead trunks of some remain standing at the southern end of the lake. Mosquito and midge proliferated in this modified wetland ecosystem. The algae blooms that proliferated in the eutrophic waterbody combined with the rotting carcasses of diseased and shot birds made the lake stink and generated public support to ‘beautify’ the area. The beautification plan, which included the provision for an Olympic pool, football oval, soft ball field, soccer and hockey pitches, a pavilion, boats for hire, tearooms, amphitheatre, large areas reserved for picnic grounds and natural bush, was agreed and in 1954 and TOC began purchasing and swapping land to gain title to the lake. TOC exchanged 3.5 acres of land belonging to Scotch College at Cresswell Oval oval for 4.5 acres which was partly under water, with the latter subsequently being reclaimed by the College reducing the area of the Lake and resulting in the current shape of the water body. Butler’s Swamp was renamed Lake Claremont in 1955, despite opposition from the Royal WA Historical Society. Costs for the project began to spiral, so a drive-in theatre replaced the amphitheatre, Council scaled back or scrapped proposed recreational infrastructure and between 1964 and 1970 the lake became a landfill site. An island bird sanctuary (Estuary Island) created in the lake and areas were planted with exotic trees and shrubs. Draft – September 2016 Page 4 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 A golf course was constructed amid concern about restricted access to the banks of the lake and its surroundings and about the potential for negative impacts on native flora and fauna habitat. In July 1973, the newsletter of the WA Naturalist Club reported that an excursion to Lake Claremont was almost cancelled due to the limited amount of aquatic and bird life and the parlous state of the wetland ecosystem. The Department of Conservation and Environment of Western Australia prepared the System 6 Report in 1983, giving recognition to the environmental and ecological values of the lake and encouraging the development of a management plan. Three working parties, including a Council of Elders, were appointed in 1985 to investigate and report on various aspects of the lake in the lead up to the preparation of the first management plan. Claremont Council initiated the Lake Claremont project in 1987, which resulted in the Lake Claremont Research Report prepared by Lantzke, Gabriel and Haynes and highlighted the hypereutrophic status of the waterbody. Council convened a committee of interested community members, a local councillor as chair and representatives from the Environmental Protection Authority and the Water Authority in 1991 and Haynes and Lantzke prepared the 1992 management plan. The first conservation and environmentally focused management plan was implemented between 1992 and 1998, when it was revised by Haynes, Lantzke and Lantzke (1998) to produce the second environmental management plan. After almost ten years of operation the second plan was reviewed in by the North Metro Conservation Group (2007) and the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan was endorsed, again with a strong conservation and environmental focus. After a close referendum count, Council made a resolution to close the long nine hole golf course in the northern and eastern portion of the area in June 2009, a nine hole Par 3 course continues to operate in the south eastern corner of the area. The Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan, which was also finalised in 2010, outlined existing and proposed nature, recreational and sporting spaces and identified the recreational infrastructure necessary for the enjoyment of broadest range of community members (Town of Claremont 2010b, Figure 7.4). Review of the two 2010 management plans and development of this current management plan commenced in November 2014. A working party of Councillors was convened in May 2015 to survey the community and identify projects that would further enhance the recreational aspects of Lake Claremont complimented the development of this plan. In February 2016, Council approved the upgrade of the Par 3 golf course, this will involve reticulation replacement and green, tee and fairway upgrades to improve the presentation and reduce maintenance demands on site. Significant restoration and enhancement works have been completed at Lake Claremont in the quarter of a century since the first management plan was endorsed. These works include: Modified drainage with oil traps, side traps and swales. Significantly improved water quality and an absence of algal blooms when the lake fills in winter. Removal and control of invasive weeds from the lakebed and the remnant Banksia and Eucalypt woodlands on the western side of the Lake. Installation of duck, parrot and micro bat breeding boxes. Creation of a much-used natural play-space playground at Stirling Road Park. Draft – September 2016 Page 5 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Upgrading of the exercise facilities. Improved turf quality across recreation spaces and open access dog off-leash exercise areas. Provision of family barbeque and picnic areas. Replanting of the riparian buffer around the lake and woodland in the western and northern portion with local native plants. Installation of a cycle and pedestrian path network to facilitate community access. 1.7.1 Stirling Road Ficus Trees The Lake Claremont Parkland Recreation Use Working Party (the Recreation Working Party) received a number of submissions supporting the retention of the exotic ‘figs’ trees that were planted when the golf courses were developed in the 1970s. The December 2015 proposals from the Recreation Working Party advocated retention of the avenue of Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the Lake Claremont based on their significance in terms of the European cultural values of the site. The alternative view in the community aligns with the Council endorsed recommendation from 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan reflecting the desire of the Noongar custodians of this registered Aboriginal Site to remove all Ficus from the Lake surrounds. This management plan aims to provide a sustainable compromise between these two opposing views. Assessing and protecting the avenue of Moreton Bay Figs at the southern end of the Lake Claremont through the TOC Local Government [Heritage] Inventory and managing them under the Town’s significant tree program would provide a compromise between the opposing community views. 1.8 Legal Requirements A number of the Commonwealth, State and Local Government statutory and policy requirements that regulate the management of the Lake Claremont and surrounds are summarised in Table 1 on page 8. 1.9 Tenure and Zoning Lake Claremont is owned in fee simple by the Town of Claremont. It comprises parts of Perthshire AW Lots 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 58, 60, 101,150, 900, 901, Reserves 49882, 27367, 29430, 4228, 9249, 22142 and Crown land lots 1063, 1366, 2563 and 06223 (Figure 7.2). The Aquatic Centre, McKenzie Bush, Stirling Road Reserve and a small lot located south east of Mulder Park are located on a Crown A-Class Reserve vested in the Town of Claremont. With the exception of Balluruks Bushland (Figure 7.5) and The Cedus Park, the Lake Claremont and surrounds are zoned Parks and Recreation in the Metropolitan Region Scheme (Town of Claremont 2010c). Balluruk Bushland is zoned Urban in the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) and as Residential under the Town of Claremont Town Planning Scheme No. 3 (Town of Claremont 2010c). As this section contains high quality remnant bushland, Natural Area recommended that the zoning is changed on the MRS and Town Planning Scheme to Parks and Recreation. The Cedus Park is zoned Educational under the Town Planning Scheme No.3 on the southern portion of the land, and a Parks and Recreation Reserve under the MRS for the remainder. The majority of the land surrounding Lake Claremont has residential zoning: Lots in Claremont south of the lake and Swanbourne to the west zoned with a density of R20; Davies Road is zoned R30 density and the Draft – September 2016 Page 6 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 high-density North East Precinct development around Claremont Oval. Scotch College to the southwest of the lake is zoned Education. Light industrial land is present within the area bounded by Motteram Avenue and Graylands Road. Claremont Oval is located to the east of Davies Road and carries a Parks and Recreation (Restricted) zoning under the MRS. Located at the corner of Alfred Road and Montgomery Avenue in the City of Nedlands, the Mt Claremont Oval Reserve is immediately adjacent to Lake Claremont. This A-Class Reserve has approximately 2.2 hectares of nature space and 1.6 hectares of sport space. Draft – September 2016 Page 7 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Table 1: Legal and other requirements applicable to the ongoing management of Lake Claremont as determined by Natural Areas Legislation Policies and Guidelines Relevance Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 Threatened species guidelines and information sheets Migratory birds information Matters of national environmental significance: presence of the Carnaby’s Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus latirostris) and the Forest Red-tailed Black Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus banksia naso) Protection of migratory birds the subject of international agreements Western Australia Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 Permitting requirements, including Section 10 and Section 18 permits Declared Plant Control Handbook Western Australian Organism List Cat Act 2011 Conservation and Land Management Act 1984 Dog Act 1976 Draft – September 2016 Bushfires Act 1954 Contaminated Sites Act 2003 Implemented at a local level through the enacting of a local law Wetlands Conservation Policy for Western Australia Contaminated sites guideline series produced by the Department of Environment Regulation Creates statutory responsibilities for dog owners to register and control their dog(s) Implemented at a local level through the enacting of local laws and/or policies Protection of Aboriginal heritage values Actions when a heritage site is disturbed Control of declared flora (weeds) and fauna organisms Off label permit use of herbicides Reducing the dangers associated with bush fires, along with their prevention, control and extinguishment Responsibilities of local cat owners and the ability of council to trap and remove roaming cats Primary wetland conservation policy for WA May apply if acid sulphate soils are disturbed and contamination occurs Dog owners responsibilities relating to dog registration, control, walking on-leash and exercising off-leash the removal of faecal matter Page 8 of 56 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Legislation Policies and Guidelines Relevance Western Australia Environment Protection Act 1986 Designated Conservation Category Wetlands Clearing of Native Vegetation regulations and associated guidance documents EPA Position Statement No. 4 Environmental Protection of Wetlands (relevant to EIA processes) Health Act 1911 Litter Act 1979 Keep Australia Beautiful Fact Sheet: Dog Poo Local Government Act 1995 Planning Act 2005 Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 Draft – September 2016 Planning Policies State Planning Policy 2 – Environment and Natural Resources Policy State Planning Policy 2.8 – Bushland Policy for the Perth Metropolitan Region Planning Guidelines Better Urban Water Management Acid Sulphate Soils Bush Forever Documents Town of Claremont information relating to wildlife Prevention of environmental harm Protection of wetlands listed in the Geomorphic Wetlands Swan Coastal Plain dataset, including a number of requirements relating to their filling, effluent disposal and drainage management – proposed changes require formal environmental impact assessment Requirements to be adhered if clearing of native vegetation is planned Water quality within the lake from a human health perspective, such as presence of nuisance organisms Creation of healthy design elements that contribute to healthy active living Requirement to pick up and appropriately dispose of dog faecal matter Local Government responsibilities: Duty of care and safety Zoning/land purpose Protection of natural values through appropriate planning Bush Forever listing and protection Protection of water resources and prevention of impacts to surface and groundwater Prevention of contamination during development activities from ASS Protection of native flora and fauna Presence of declared rare fauna species Presence of priority 4 listed flora species Page 9 of 56 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Legislation Policies and Guidelines Relevance Local Government Lake Claremont Management Plan Town of Claremont Town Planning Scheme No 3 Town of Claremont Sustainability information Draft – September 2016 Dogs in Public Places LV127 Various state planning guidelines Town of Claremont planning information Ongoing management of Lake Claremont Designation of dog exercise areas where dogs must be kept on a leash Requirement for owners/handlers to be in control of dogs at all times Zoning of Lake Claremont under metropolitan region scheme as ‘Parks and Recreation’ Protection of Bush Forever sites from clearing or other development Earthcarers Climate Smart Waterwise gardens; use of native plants FertiliseWISE Use of bore and scheme water Grey water use Compost and mulch Dieback Worm farming Page 10 of 56 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 1.10 Land Use within Lake Claremont and its surrounds Major land uses within and immediately adjacent to the Lake Claremont and surrounds include: public recreational space with barbeques, turf areas, playgrounds, walking trails, and cycling infrastructure (10.0 hectares); off-leash dog recreational space (2.3 hectares); the par-3 golf course (4.8 hectares); Cresswell Ovalsport space for cricket in summer and hockey in winter (2.5 hectares); tennis courts at the corner of Davies Road and Shenton Road (1.9 hectares); Claremont Aquatic Centre(1.8 hectares); Scotch College sport fields (11.5 hectares); wetland nature space (20.7 hectares) of Lake Claremont and it riparian buffer; bushland nature space (11.8 hectares) north and west of Lake Claremont, including Ballaruk Bush; and bushland nature space at Mackenzie Bushland (1 hectare). The DSR classification for public open space recognises the blended use of nature, recreation and sport spaces, such as recreational off-leash dog walking on Mount Claremont Oval and bushland and wetland nature spaces used for recreational bird watching or photography. While recognising the multifunctional nature of public open space, the breakup of land use is 22.5 hectares of dedicated sport space with recreational value, 12.3 hectares of recreation space with nature value and 33.5 hectares of nature space with recreational value. Applying the DRS framework means there is an approximately even split between the area with a primarily environmental focus (33.5 hectares) and the area which has a primarily recreation and/or sport focus (34.8 hectares). Negative impacts associated with the land uses detailed above have been limited through: installation of paths and fencing to improve quality of bushland the Town of Claremont discontinuing use of phosphate-based fertilisers and general use of fertilisers kept to a minimum; and the installation of nutrient stripping basins and infiltration pits in areas of stormwater inflow. 1.11 Land Use in Lake Claremont Catchment Land uses within the broader Lake Claremont catchment with the potential to influence the ecological and environmental values of the lake, particularly through the inflow of nutrients via groundwater and stormwater runoff and over abstraction from the superficial aquifer, these include: Claremont Oval for Australian rules football (2.5 hectares of sport space); Mount Claremont Oval Reserve (3.8 hectares of nature and sport spaces); Maclagan Reserve (0.8 hectares of recreation space); Mount Claremont Primary School; Cottesloe Golf Course; Graylands Road Light Industry Precinct; the Royal Agricultural Society showgrounds; the Brockway Road landfill site (closed approximately 20 years ago); the Subiaco Waste Water Treatment Plant; roads and verges; and private residence. Draft – September 2016 Page 11 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 The level of impact associated with these land uses is expected to be minimal as monitoring of water quality carried out on the waterbody indicate that nutrient levels, particularly those of ortho-phosphate that contribute to algae blooms, have declined or remained stable over recent time (Simpson 2013; Simpson 2014a). Further discussion of water quality appears in Appendix 1. 2.0 Lake Claremont Recreation and Sport Spaces Research has found much confusion within local government concerning the terms used to describe recreational and sporting activates and that problems arise from the lack of clear and consistent terminology (Caroll 1995; WA Department of Sport Recreation (DSR) 2012. The DSR’s Public Open Space Planning and Design Guide WA (2014) states ‘This criteria and terminology [active or passive open space] is now generally regarded as inadequate and confusing’. For those reasons, it is important that readers of this management plan share a common understanding of terms such as ‘recreation’, ‘sport’ and ‘nature space’. Table 2 provides definitions for key terms used in this management plan. Table 2: Glossary of recreation and sport associated terminology utilised in this management plan. These definitions come from the DSR Classification framework for public open space 2012 Term Meaning Recreation Recreation activities provide relaxation, amusement or stimulation. Recreation activities allow humans to play, socialise, exercise, celebrate or participate in other activities that provide personal satisfaction or intrinsic reward. Recreation Spaces Recreation spaces provide a setting for informal play and physical activity, relaxation and social interaction. Sport Spaces Sport spaces provide a setting for formal structured sporting activities, which have elements of competition where rules and patterns of behaviour governing the activity exist formally through organisations. Nature Spaces Nature spaces provide a setting where people can enjoy nearby nature and protect local biodiversity and natural area values. 2.1 Recreation Spaces 2.1.1 Enhanced Recreation Opportunities Active recreational opportunities are primarily available in the southern and eastern portions and include: Natural play-space playground at Stirling Road Park (Figure 2.1) and the traditional climb, slide, swing playground at John and Jean Mulder Park for younger community members. Exercise equipment for adults is located adjacent to Stirling Road Park (Figure 1). Extensive cycle and pedestrian path network to facilitate community access. Swimming and other water related activities are available at the Claremont Aquatic Centre on Davies Road, which also hosts competitive water polo matches. A Par 3 Golf Course for encouraging beginners, youngsters and other golfers developing their short game is located next to the Aquatic Centre. Informal catching, running and throwing games occur on the expanse of turf areas along the southern and eastern side. On-leash dog walking is an extremely popular active recreation pursuit. An oval used for cricket in summer and hockey fields in winter at Creswell Park Off lead dog exercise area on the north east corner. Draft – September 2016 Page 12 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Less strenuous recreational activities enjoyed by Lake Claremont users include barbeques, bird watching, coffee at the cafe, contemplating the waterbody of the lake, enjoying the children or grandchildren playing, photography, picnicking, reconnecting with nature and resting or relaxing in the turf areas. Infrastructure installed to support this style of recreation includes: An observation platform for watching water birds and swimming turtles that projects into the western side of the lake. A jetty at Stirling Road Park provides views of the dead Paperbark trunks protruding above the deepest section of the lake’s waterbody. The Ted and Joan Tocock commemorative benches installed at the edge of the bank on the southeastern corner of the lake. Barbeques and picnics tables are available at Stirling Road and at John and Jean Mulder Parks. A number of benches installed with different perspectives at points throughout the area. Selected access points for bird watchers to access responsibly the lake and bushland habitats. Children’s playground Exercise equipment Figure 2.1: Active recreation areas in the south of the park The commercial Aspire Fitness is now operating from previously underutilised space on the southern side of the Golf Course Building, which provides users with facilities and consultation in the arenas of health and fitness, exercise rehabilitation, physiotherapy and personal training In February 2016 Council reaffirmed several initiatives to recreational opportunities at Lake Claremont. Initiatives programmed for the next three years are to install additional leisure and recreation equipment such as barbeque and picnic areas, family friendly play facilities and other items like a single set of AFL goals, a single soccer goal and/or a netball hoop along the eastern side. A contemplation garden at the northeast corner of the lake was included in the Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan (Town of Claremont 2010b; Figure 7.4). However, the shed discussed in Section 3.3 currently occupies that location. A cultural and natural interpretative shelter is to be considered for the area occupied by the existing shed discussed in section 3.3 during the 2017-18 budget deliberations. 2.1.2 Dog Walking and Exercise The walking of dogs is a common recreational activity carried out within the Lake Claremont and surrounds. It has also been a contentious issue in relation to the management for the enjoyment of the broadest cross section of the community and for protection of the flora and fauna of this environmentally important conservation area. The complexities associated with facilitating dog walking and exercise while guaranteeing Draft – September 2016 Page 13 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 the recreational experiences of all park users, especially the young and the elderly, and meeting statutory requirement to protect the indigenous flora and fauna is a reason why this management plan includes this section. Another example of the complexity of facilitating dog exercise and walking in public places is the three levels of laws and policies that specify the responsibilities of people exercising or walking a dog in public in the Town of Claremont. These laws and policies are the Dog Act 1976 (WA), Dog Regulations 2012 (WA) and Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. The key requirements of these laws and policies for dogs in the Lake Claremont environs are that: Every person who is exercising or walking a dog in a public place is liable for the control of that dog. Any dog in a public place must be wearing a suitable collar and its registration tag. Except in designated dog exercise areas, a person capable of controlling the dog must hold it on a chain, cord, leash or harness that is not more than 2m long when walking it in public. These types of chains, cords, leashes or harnesses are commonly called ‘a leash’. Dogs must not enter the playgrounds at Stirling Road Park or John and Jean Mulder Parks. Dogs must not enter the exclusion zone around Lake Claremont described in TOC Policy LV127. The person in control of the dog must clean up any excretion immediately. Dogs may be off-leash in public dog exercise areas, if they are being supervised by a person who is in reasonable proximity to the dog provided: o they are the person liable for control of the dog; o they are capable of controlling the dog; and o they are carrying and capable of attaching a leash to the dog to control it. In summary, a dog in a public place must be under control of the person who is responsible for it whether it is being walked on-leash or off-leash in a dog exercise area. The majority of well behaved and controlled dogs have minimal impacts on other visitors and other dogs. Uncontrolled dogs interfere with the enjoyment and recreation of other users. This is especially so when they display aggressive behaviour, bark or jump up on other people and dogs. This behaviour can be particularly intimidating to toddlers, children and the elderly. TOC receives a number of formal and informal complaints about owners who allow their dogs to behave in an uncontrolled manner to the determent of other users, there have been three attacks reported of dog on person at Lake Claremont in the last five years and a number of incidents with wildlife including oblong turtles and water birds. Another unsocial behaviour is people not picking up after their dogs, despite the presence of dog excrement bags and bins. In addition to spoiling the aesthetic value of the area and being unpleasant when inadvertently stepped on, uncollected dog excrement releases harmful bacteria and increases nutrient levels in the environment. These bacteria and nutrients can kill local native plants, be harmful to young children, reduce water quality of the lake and promote algal blooms, which can cause the death of frogs, turtles and waterbirds. Not immediately picking up dog excreta is an offence under the Litter Act 1979 (WA) and Town of Claremont Dogs Local Law 2012. In accordance with the Lake Claremont Parklands: Concept Plan, approximately 2 hectares of the recreation space adjacent to the corner of Alfred and Davies Road has been designated dog exercise area. The City of Nedlands has recently designated all of the nature and sport space across Alfred Road at the Mount Claremont Oval Reserve as dog exercise space. The 3.8 hectares of the Mt Claremont Oval Reserve and the space provides almost 6 hectares of dog exercise space on the northern boundary the Town of Claremont. Draft – September 2016 Page 14 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Dogs can walk and exercise off-leash in these areas, but must remain under control as required by the Dog Act 1976 (WA). Additional dog exercise areas near the Lake Claremont surrounds include: MacLagan Park, with the exception of the playground area (0.8 hectares); Asquith Park (0.1 hectares); Pine Tree Park (1.8 hectares); Rowe Park, with the exception of the playground area (2.4 hectares); and Stubbs Terrace/Mofflin Ave Park, with the exception of the playground (0.2 hectares). A petition from 382 people who walk their dogs at Lake Claremont was presented to Council in September 2015. The petition supported a concept plan for ‘Dog Walk Trail’ at Lake Claremont. The concept plan was for the establishment of a formal dog walk trail and an additional (preferably fenced) dog exercise area of approximately 6 hectares in the eastern portion. Combined with the existing dog exercise area, this would allocate around 60% of the turf recreation space to dog exercise. Early feedback from the LCAC to this management plan did not support the concept proposed in the petition for the reasons of the: equity for all users; considerable area already allocated for dog exercise in the vicinity of Lake Claremont; cost of the fencing, statutory dog signage and other supporting infrastructure; and restrictions it would place on the activation for other recreational pursuits. The matter of dog walking and dog exercise areas was a consideration of the Recreation Working Party and Council has resolved to: Enlarge the existing dog-exercise area south to Lakeway Street by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. Receive a separate report on the fencing of the dog area Council subsequently resolved not to fence the dog exercise area in May 2016 as there was limited community support for the fence during community consultation and the considerable cost involved. 2.2 Sport Spaces Sporting space included in the area are the 9-hole par-3 golf course at Lapsley Road, tennis courts at the corner of Davies and Shenton Roads and the summer cricket/winter hockey ground at Cresswell Oval. Immediately adjacent to the Lake Claremont are the multiport Scotch College playing fields, the Australian rules football Claremont Oval, the summer cricket/winter soccer Mount Claremont Oval and the ovals and sport spaces of the Mount Claremont and Swanbourne Primary Schools. While primarily a recreation space, the aquatic centre hosts matches and training sessions for local water polo clubs. TOC is also progressing a major refurbishment of the Claremont Aquatic Centre and Council is reviewing the operation of the par 3 Claremont Golf Course. Draft – September 2016 Page 15 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2.3 Infrastructure to Support Sport and Recreation All infrastructure installed by the Town is documented in the Town of Claremont’s Asset Management System. Assessing Lake Claremont for action under the previous management plans, Natural Area made the following observations about infrastructure to support sport and recreation activities: A range of infrastructure is located around the lake, including drinking fountains, barbecues, seating and bins (Figure 7.6). The facilities are of a high standard and in good repair. The only toilet facilities present at the parklands are located in the golf course clubrooms and are poorly signposted. The main car park is located to the south off Stirling Road and often appears occupied by visitors to Scotch College. A bicycle rack is also available at the Stirling Road entrance. Parking is also available at the golf course and aquatic centre car parks, with some street parking available off Elliot Road, Strickland Street and Lakeway Street. We recommend additional parking be installed near the dog exercise area at the northeast corner. As a mixed-use conservation wetland catering to various user groups, a regular survey of users querying where they come from and what activities they undertake would be beneficial. Council has resolved to: Install additional car parking at Stirling Road identified in the Lake Claremont Concept Plan. Increase informal Lakeway Parking. Install some recreational equipment and infrastructure. 2.4 Access Sealed dual-use and compacted limestone paths extend around the Lake in an interconnected network that allows ready access to all areas except the lake banks. These paths are accessible to all ability levels, including the mobility impaired. Other than the steep banks on the southwest side of the lake and below the Lakeway residential estate, there is little evidence of inappropriate access. Natural Area recommended that TOC consider the construction of a limestone path closer to the eastern edge of the lake to allow for increased access by pedestrians for bird watching activities. Natural Area also recommended that this area be designated a dog-prohibited zone. The Natural Area recommendations closely align with Council’s resolution to make the area between the dual use path and the lake a dog-prohibited zone (Figure 7.6). This was supported by the Working Party and shown on the publicly advertised plan. The layout of the park allows access by maintenance vehicles and emergency service vehicles when required. Gates are present in a number of locations that allow access to either personnel or maintenance vehicles. Natural Areas recommended that these gates remain closed to prevent uncontrolled access, particularly in steeper areas where erosion can be an issue Figure 7.7 indicates the locations of the various access features. Draft – September 2016 Page 16 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2.5 Signage Existing signage conveys a range of messages to the users of the Lake Claremont. The types of signs present include restoration works signs, information signs and dog control requirements (Figures 7.8 and 7.9). Although relocated, there has been no update of information signage (Figure 2.2) since initial installation in the mid-1990s. Given the changes in the bird population that have occurred since 2009, new bird related interruptive signs are required at a minimum. Other signs are generally in good repair. There is limited directional signage present, particularly in the northern portion, where a number of revegetated pockets enclose long runs of intersecting paths. Signage indicating the location of the café, toilets within the golf course clubrooms and other facilities such as the exercise equipment and barbecues is also absent. The Council endorsed 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan recommended signage be installed to encourage access to the lake from public transport. Natural Area found that this recommendation was incomplete and supported installation of that signage in the life of this management plan. Figure 2.2: Information signage at Lake Claremont The FOLC notice board located at the foot of the access stairs from Lakeway Estate is highly weathered, away from key focus nodes and is too small to accommodate notices from FOLC and TOC. New notice boards large enough to promote both FOLC and TOC activities should be installed at the three main entrance points , being the corner of Alfred and Davies Roads, the Cafe/Golf Club complex and Stirling Road Park. 2.6 Fencing In accordance with the Council endorsed 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan, active revegetation sites are fenced prior to planting to allow the establishment of a diversity of over storey, middle and understorey species. At the commencement of this management plan, establishment of middle and over storey species was progressing well. In the lifetime of this plan, the return of understory will only arise from natural seed dispersal and regeneration. Several more years of succession (i.e. post 2020) are required before assisted understory generation by direct seeding or planting of tube stock should be attempted. For these reasons, Natural Area recommended retention of existing conservation fences and that new revegetation sites be fenced prior to planting commencing. Draft – September 2016 Page 17 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2.7 Lake Views Some community members have raised concerns regarding the height of revegetation activities and impacts to views, both around the lake and from nearby properties. Figure 7.10 summarises the findings of an unpublished Town of Claremont report by Simpson (2014b) which demonstrated that from pathways around Lake Claremont: views were unimpeded for 39% of the lake’s perimeter; views of the lake were available through vegetation from 22% of perimeter; views of the lake were screened by native and exotic trees from 36.5% of the path; and 2.5% of the perimeter pathway had no view due to the distance of the path to the lake edge. As the revegetated areas of nature space mature, the plant density will naturally decline and result in thinning of the canopy and views of the lake will improve over time. Revegetation is still to occur to the east of the Lake. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee, Friends of Lake Claremont and Parks and Environment officers from the Town of Claremont all recognise that views of the Lake contribute to the social values, as do the presence of local native vegetation. Environmentally, the presence of vegetation enhances the ecological and other values of the lake through improved water quality, providing increased habitat for various fauna species and reducing the presence of nuisance organisms such as midges. An additional benefit of the protection provided by fences and the revegetation in the northern end has been the reestablishment of at least one colony of Splendid Fairy Wrens that had previously been locally extinct at Lake Claremont for more than a decade. Previous discussions by the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee, Friends of Lake Claremont and TOC Parks and Environment officers identified the need to actively manage non-indigenous vegetation in the wetland buffer at the northern end of the lake, which will improve lake views from the dual use path. This management will address both the establishment of seedlings and saplings of exotic and out of area Australian native trees and local native vegetation that has become overly dense due to higher than expected survival rates of revegetation plantings in the wetland buffer. Management of the local native vegetation will comply with the Environmental Protection (Clearing of Native Vegetation) Regulations 2004 (WA). Management of mature exotic and out of area Australian native trees will be directed by an approved five-year strategic implementation and annual operational plans. 2.8 Henshaw Drain Infiltration Swale The 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan recommended the construction of vegetated wetlands or other appropriate nutrient and sediment stripping devices on the relevant drain(s) that empty into Lake Claremont. Henshaw Drain is the only untreated element of the drainage network that still discharges directly into Lake Claremont and this infiltration basin needs to be finalised with the highest priority. Draft – September 2016 Page 18 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 3.0 Community Engagement in Lake Claremont Management There is a long history of community involvement in the ongoing management of the Lake Claremont. Of note are the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee and the Friends of Lake Claremont. The current relationship of these two key groups to the Town of Claremont appears in Figure 3.1. Figure 3.1: Relationship of key organisations with interest in Lake Claremont with the Town 3.1 Lake Claremont Advisory Committee The Town of Claremont formed the Lake Claremont Management Committee (LCMC) in 1992 to assist with the implementation of the environmentally focused management plan prepared by Ian Lantzke and Bruce Haynes in 1992. The LCMC became a standing advisory committee of the Town of Claremont Council in 1995 (Figure 3.2). The terms of reference of the committee are to provide advice to Council on matters relating to: the care and maintenance of Lake Claremont and its immediate environment; the rehabilitation of Lake Claremont and its environs; plans for amenities proposed to Lake Claremont and its immediate environs; and proposals for the lake from the Friends Group. In 2015, the Lake Claremont Management Committee had a name changed to an advisory committee to provide consistency across all of Council’s committees and to properly reflect its role. Draft – September 2016 Page 19 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 3.2 Friends of Lake Claremont While formally established in 2003, the Friends of Lake Claremont beginnings date back to the early 1990s (Friends of Lake Claremont 2014a). Incorporation of FOLC as a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee in 2009 coincided with the closure of the long 9-hole golf course. While FOLC is an independent community based organisation, it works closely and collaboratively with TOC to enhance the ecological, social and recreational values of Lake Claremont. The group actively contributes to the ongoing management, undertaking weeding and planting activities. With approval and support of the town, FOLC regularly wins competitive grants to assist with restoration of both wetland and dryland vegetation. FOLC has obtained in excess of $500 000 of grants since 2009 and has contributed at least as much again in volunteer labour. These grants and FOLC’s support has directly contributed to: improved water quality of the waterbody in the lake; improved habitat for wildlife; reestablishment of previously locally extinct flora and fauna such as the Wembley Wax variety of Chamaelaucium uncinatum and the Splendid Fairy Wren; and enhanced opportunities for the community to access high quality nature based recreation activities. 3.3 Natural and Cultural Heritage Study Centre Natural Area recommended the establishment of an education or similar centre appropriate to the nature and scale of Lake Claremont. They advised that such a centre would strengthen community connections as well as providing a venue for increased use by the broader community and school groups. Natural Area suggested that the centre could include a large room for educational activities and other functions, an office for the Friends of Lake Claremont, a small kitchen, toilet facilities and a small storage area. It was Natural Area’s opinion that given the conservation values of Lake Claremont, construction of the centre would benefit from the adoption of a range of sustainability principles, such as but not limited to dehydration/evaporation toilets, green design, 6-star construction and a design that blends into the surrounding area. Natural Area recommended a location near the storage shed shown in Figure 3.3 would be suitable for such education centre. They identified other possible locations as being the golf course building (Preferred by LCAC and FOLC) or a purpose built centre elsewhere in the area. The Lake Claremont Recreation Working Party recommended an interpretive centre of a verdant scale, while suggesting that funding partners be sought to allow a more comprehensive centre. Potential partners could include Scotch College and Lotteries West. Figure 3.3: Storage shed with overhanging tree Draft – September 2016 Page 20 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 3. 4 School Programs The environmental status, ecological values and the Aboriginal and European cultural heritage of the Lake Claremont makes it an ideal location for experiential learning, local schools have actively participated in the rehabilitation of Lake Claremont over the past twenty years. The Friends of Lake Claremont have implemented the Year 10 Community Service Program with Scotch College and Christ Church Grammar School under which students participate in projects to enhance and restore the lake and its environs (Friends of Lake Claremont 2014b; Urban Bushland Council of WA Inc 2014). These activities occur on Friday afternoons and have included planting, weed removal, seed collecting, spreading mulch and pruning of dense and overhanging vegetation. This program is available to other interested schools. Volunteers from local schools are also invited to attend planting days, busy bees (held the second Sunday of each month) and other events held at the park. A natural and cultural heritage centre on site would provide added benefit to schools undertaking these activities. 3.5 Celebrate Lake Claremont Celebrate Lake Claremont is an annual event organised by the Town of Claremont and held at the lake. This festival encompasses a range of activities, including those relating to the ongoing management and values of the lake. Previous events have included bird watching walks, displays with sustainable living tips, food stalls, damper making, wildlife interaction and children handcrafting timber toys. 4.0 Management and Monitoring Recommendations 4.1 Cultural and Recreational Values Support information for the recommendations contained in this section appears in Section 2.0 and Section 3.0 of this management plan. 4.1.1 Management Aims and Objectives The management aims and objectives associated with cultural, recreational sport values of the Lake Claremont include: Continue to provide for the ongoing protection of the seasonal wetland. Continue to recognise the Aboriginal and European heritage values. Recognise that surrounding land uses have the potential to impact on the Lake Claremont. Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage the lake and its environs as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with the usage of that area. 4.1.2 Management Recommendations Cultural Heritage Recommended management actions are: Cultural heritage management to recognise both Aboriginal and European values. Heritage features are included on interpretive signs and walk trail information markers. Requirement for Section 18 approval for Lake Claremont Parklands Management Plan 2016-2021 checked and obtained from the Department of Aboriginal Affairs prior to implementation of any recommended actions. Verify compliance with approval provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) prior to undertaking any non-standard maintenance. Draft – September 2016 Page 21 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Assess the avenue of Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the lake and add to TOC Local Government large tree Inventory to acknowledge their significance. Add these trees to annual program of significant trees inspections arrange a preliminary inspection by a consultant arborist and perform recommended work (if required). Tenure and Zoning Action is required to: Change the zoning of Balluruk Bushland to Parks and Recreation under the MRS and Town of Claremont Town Planning Schemes for consistency with the broader Lake Claremont area Impacts from Land Use The management of impacts associated with land use is largely limited to maintaining current programs and activities and liaising with landowners and/or managers. To that end the recommended management actions are: Maintain the current water quality and nutrient-load monitoring program. Provide an annual report on the water quality of the lake’s surface waters to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee and Council. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee to conduct an annual review the Scotch College Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plan. Install the Henshaw drain infiltration basin with the highest priority. Maintain nutrient stripping basins within the Lake Claremont Liaise with owners/land managers of surrounding properties to ensure appropriate management of activities on their land that could negatively affect the Lake Claremont Continue to provide information to the general community regarding: o How phosphate-based fertilisers can result in negative impacts within the lake. o Problems with weedy plants and their potential for spread into the Lake Claremont natural areas. Recreation Space Opportunities Recommended management actions are: Activate and maintain mixed-use areas consistent with the principles of the revised 2010 Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan (Now the 2016 Concept Plan). Maintain separation for recreational activities to minimise conflicts between different user types. Undertake regular monitoring and maintenance of the area and installed infrastructure in accordance with TOC policies and procedures. Install additional leisure and recreation equipment such as barbeque and picnic areas, family friendly play facilities and other items like a single set of multipurpose goals, a single soccer goal and/or a netball hoop. Dog Walking and Exercise Natural Area recommended that: Continue to require dogs to be on-leash outside dog exercise areas. Ranger Services enforce requirements of Dog Act 1976 (WA) and Dog Regulations 2013 (WA). In light of the findings of the Recreation Working Party and consideration of public submissions, Council will determine the off lead area by: Draft – September 2016 Page 22 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Enlarge the existing dog-exercise area to include the area south to Lakeway Street by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. Enlarge the existing dog-prohibited zone out to the conservation fencing/pathway by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. After the statutory period of advertisement, update and replace existing dog signage at Lake Claremont. Infrastructure for Sport and Recreation To continue the same high standards for managing and maintaining the infrastructure : Undertake regular maintenance inspections and initiate repairs or other corrective activities when required in accordance with the current TOC Asset Management Plan. Conduct regular surveys to determine where users come from, what activities they engage in during their visit, and their level of satisfaction with the amenity of the Lake Claremont. Provide signage to indicate the presence of the café and toilets within the golf course building and the presence of other key facilities such as exercise equipment and barbecues to users. Install additional parking facilities: at Stirling Road entrance for Lake Claremont users only; and in the park at bottom of Lakeway Street. Access While access within and around the Lake Claremont Park is currently well maintained and suited to all user levels, including the mobility impaired, recommended actions are: Enhance the path network with information about key features, such as the cultural, ecological and recreational values. Develop self-guided walks. Signage The following improvement to the interpretive and information signage will enhance the experience of users. This can be progressed through the creation of a holistic sign plan for Lake Claremont to ensure efficient use without creating visual pollution: Install directional signage, particularly in the northern portion where a number of meandering tracks interconnect. Install signage to indicate the locations of key facilities, such as the café, toilets, exercise equipment, barbecue facilities and the dog exercise area. Review and update information signage at Lake Claremont. Information signage should inform users of the lake’s health, the benefits of drying out seasonally and status as a Conservation Category Wetland, Bush Forever site and its Environmentally Sensitive Area designation. Information signage should complement self-guided walks around the. Action the recommendation of the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan that directional signage be installed at key locations (e.g. TOC Office, Train Station, Claremont on the Park) to inform residents and visitors of the location of Lake Claremont. Install notice boards to promote FOLC and TOC activities at the corner of Alfred and Davies Roads, the Cafe/Golf Club complex and at Stirling Road Park. Draft – September 2016 Page 23 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Fencing Natural Area recommended: Continue to install and/or maintain conservation fencing to protect revegetation areas. Lake Views In accordance with the Environmental Protection (Clearing of Native Vegetation) Regulations 2004 (WA) and weed management practices detailed in Appendix 2: Manage exotic vegetation in the wetland buffer at the northern end to improve the views that enhance the connection of users’ with the waterbody of lake. Community Engagement and Communication Natural Area recommended the following community and engagement strategies: TOC facilitate the regular meeting of the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. TOC continues to support and provide direction to the Friends of Lake Claremont. Investigate changing the use of the old shed in the north east from storage of lawn mowing equipment to use by the Friends of Lake Claremont for storage of their equipment and/or to provide a meeting location and focal point for FOLC’s works at Lake Claremont. When investigating the future of this shed, the old growth Paperbark tree resting on the shed receives appropriate consideration. Investigate the feasibility of establishing an appropriately scaled natural and cultural heritage centre near or on the location of the shed mentioned above. Administration recommends the following strategies for implementation: Creation of a five-year implementation plan for all actions recommended within this management plan, for clarity of the approved works and timing. Creation of an annual operational plan to keep the Council and community informed and updated of activities occurring at the site. 4.2 Biophysical Values Support information for the recommendations contained in this section appears in Appendix 1: Biophysical and Wetland Values. 4.2.1 Management Aims and Objectives The management aims and objectives associated with managing the biophysical components of Lake Claremont include: Maintain and enhance the integrity of the biophysical features through the TOC program of regular inspections. Maintain the lake as a seasonal wetland Target management aims highlighted in key sections of this management plan. 4.2.2 Management Recommendations Erosion Control Implement the following soil management options to help protect the biophysical values of Lake Claremont: TOC review and record erosion associated with uncontrolled pedestrian access on the steeper slopes below the Lakeway Estate that was noted in site assessments conducted by Natural Area. To ensure impacts from erosion are minimised: o prevent uncontrolled access to erosion susceptible locations; o integrate checking for erosion into TOC routine inspection program; and Draft – September 2016 Page 24 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 o Inspect erosion susceptible locations after severe storm events. As required, implement erosion mitigation measures such as: o installing table drains to reduce amount and velocity of water travelling down steep slopes; o revegetating areas with unstable perched soil using local native species; o installing brushing (i.e. non-weedy cut or broken branches) on steep erosion susceptible slopes to assist with soil stabilisation; and/or o installing or repairing rock footings and/or revetments where required. Acid Sulphate Soils Currently acid sulphate soils within the Lake Claremont are stable, to minimise the potential for negative impacts from acid sulphate soils: Minimise disturbance of sediments within the wetland basin. Undertake appropriate investigations prior to any works that are likely to disturb subsurface soils . If required, undertake appropriate testing for acid sulphate soil chemical indicators. If warranted by outcome of review or investigative testing, develop and implement an Acid Sulphate Soil Management Plan for the works. Monitor all major excavation at the park to ensure early detection of disturbed acid sulphate material. Monitor pH within the water body and use as an indicator of acid sulphate soil disturbance. Fire Management Strategies As the trees and shrubs mature within the revegetated areas in the north, the fire hazard is likely to increase and the following management strategies will be required: Continue to consult and collaborate with the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DEFS) regarding the development of Fire Management Plans for Lake Claremont. Perform a bushfire threat analysis using the DEFS template, including an assessment of fire fuel loads, on a biennial basis. Maintain access tracks and fire control buffers in accordance with the TOC maintenance schedule and DFES Fire Management Plans. 4.3 Lake Claremont Wetland Values Support information for the recommendations contained in this section appears in Appendix 1: Biophysical and Wetland Values. 4.3.1 Management Aims and Objectives The management aims associated with water quality within Lake Claremont include the following: Maintain and enhance the water quality within Lake Claremont using reported baseline values (Simpson 2013 and 2014). Continue to implement the recommendations of the WESROC Regional Strategy for Management of Stormwater (JDA 2002), particularly the installation of drainage swales that strip nutrients and pollutants prior to stormwater entering the lake. Investigate deviations from the baseline data in an effort to identify causal factors and implement appropriate management strategies as required. Continue to recognise the conservation status of the wetland as a locally significant wetland. Draft – September 2016 Page 25 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 4.3.2 Management Recommendations Restoration works at Lake Claremont has resulted in significant improvements to water quality and the overall health of the water body. The level of eutrophication has decreased, with flora and fauna species present being indicators of a healthy ecosystem. The current frequency of sampling is appropriate to the nature and management of the lake as an ephemeral conservation category wetland with demonstrated good water quality. The following management strategies will maintain the health of the wetland and its associated ecosystems: Continue existing program of water quality monitoring and reporting as the primary indicator of wetland health. Provide educational information on signage, brochures and develop web-optimised resources. If any sampled parameter indicates a potential issue with water quality, the Town of Claremont consider repeat sampling or an increased frequency of sampling to determine the cause and develop an appropriate management strategy. With a high priority, develop a program for baseline and biennial sampling for metals and hydrocarbons to enable review of pollutant levels that may be entering from external sources. Install the Henshaw drain infiltration basin with the highest priority. Maintain stormwater basins and sumps on an ongoing basis, ensuring their ongoing capacity to detain and treat stormwater in the longer term. Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plans (NIMP) and annual reporting of leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores by the lessee are required as a condition of leasing any recreation or sporting space with the Lake Claremont Liaise with managers from Scotch College to obtain historical leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores data under their NIMP and establish annual reporting to LCAC as per recommendation of 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. Regularly remove weeds from within the shallow areas and islands where practicable. Regularly review the lake banks and steeper areas for signs of erosion, and implement suitable control measures if required. 4.4 Flora Values Support information for the recommendations contained in this section appears in Appendix 2: Flora and Fungi Values. 4.4.1 Management Aims and Objectives The management aims associated with flora of the Lake Claremont include the following: Maintain and enhance the condition of native vegetation and flora in the lake, remnant bushland and rehabilitated nature space. Ensure conservation, restoration and revegetation activities are consistent with the elements the former Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan and 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. Minimise the presence of herbaceous weeds and exotic grasses through targeted chemical and manual weed control activities. Manage the avenue of Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at Stirling Road Park. Progressively reduce the presence of exotic trees/woody weeds in the nature space and replace with local native species. Maintain habitat that supports the presence of fungi species in nature spaces. Limit impacts associated with plant pathogens. Draft – September 2016 Page 26 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 4.4.2 Management Recommendations Flora Management There has been significant improvement in the both the cover and condition of native flora in the lakebed, remnant bushland and wetland buffer due to the conservation and revegetation activities implemented under the previous Lake Claremont management plans. The majority of the nature space in the northern section is in very good condition. The following recommendation will enhance the existing high standard of flora and fungi management: Continue the weekly inspection of remnant bushland and revegetation sites to monitor the presence of weeds and other degrading processes. Broaden the species selection for conservation and revegetation planting to include difficult to grow species, such as Banksia attenuata, Banksia menziesii and understorey shrubs, to increase species diversity and restore the natural vegetation structure in nature spaces. Consider direct seeding for tertiary plant establishment within the remnant bushland and revegetation zone. Undertake vegetation surveys at five yearly intervals to document longitudinal change, including changes in species present, vegetation type and condition. Assess the Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end and add to TOC Local Government significant trees register to acknowledge their cultural value. Add these trees to annual program of Significant Trees Inspections, arrange a preliminary inspection by a consultant arborist and perform recommended work (if required). Regeneration and Revegetation While revegetation activities at Lake Claremont are largely complete and have been very successful, there will be a need at various times in the future for further works to be carried out. Recommendations for future activities include: Continue to aim for maximum species diversity within nominated vegetation type/zones. Broaden the species selection for conservation and revegetation planting to include difficult to grow species, such as Banksia attenuata, Banksia menziesii and understorey shrubs, to increase species diversity and restore the natural vegetation structure in nature spaces. Source materials from NIASA-accredited nurseries/suppliers to minimise the potential for introducing disease or other plant pathogens into the nature space. While some authorities promote the use of local provenance seed for revegetation activities, the restricted area of the remnant bushland and restoration plantings that have been conducted mean that seed collection from within Lake Claremont is not a pre-requisite and seed collected within 50 km will maintain the indigenous biodiversity. Continue to give due consideration to the social impacts of revegetation activities, particularly in relation to blocking views of users. Revegetation activities continue in areas shown in the former Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan 2010. Weed Management Weed management will be an ongoing requirement at the Lake Claremont, as is common in bushland and wetland nature spaces within the Perth metropolitan area. The following recommendations will enhance weed management: Continue to manage weeds as per the LCAC Weed Control Matrix and this management plan. Draft – September 2016 Page 27 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Ensure implementation and techniques of weed control are appropriate to the nature and scale of the infestation. By mutual agreement of LCAC, TOC and FOLC, perform weed mapping as required (including a density rating) to assist with prioritising treatment. Liaise with managers from Scotch College to relocate the garden waste stockpile from its current location to minimise the introduction and spread of weeds from this area. Encourage and support the efforts of FOLC and other volunteers in hand weeding activities that support the LCAC Weed Control Matrix and TOC priorities. Given the limited impacts to wetland fauna, continue to use Glyphosate Biactive as the primary means of chemical weed control within the Lake Claremont . Other chemical control agents should be considered on an as needs basis, an example being Fusillade for the control of exotic grasses growing through local native shrubs and sedges. In accordance with statutory requirements and TOC’s standard operating procedures, all chemical weed control must be in performed strict compliance with approvals and/or guidelines of the Australian Pesticide and Veterinary Medical Authority (APMVA) and Western Australian Department of Health. Fungi Management Fungi play a key nutrient-cycling role within an ecosystem. The perseverance of fungi at the Lake Claremont would be encouraged and enhanced by the following recommendations: Develop a system to capture and record incidental sightings of fungi. Structured surveying of fungi by the observation of fruiting bodies such as mushrooms, toadstools, and puffballs is an activity suited to volunteers and school groups. The Manager of Parks and Environment should be notified of suspected sightings of Australian Honey Fungus (Armillaria luteobubalina) to ensure the application of appropriate management action(s), such as the implementation of hygiene measures and/or the removal of tree stumps that may be harbour the fungus. Fire Management It is recommended that Town of Claremont implement the following risk management strategies required by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Fire Pre-plan for Lake Claremont: Weed control. Monitoring fire fuel loads. Selectively removing dead branches and other material from nature spaces as required to reduce fire load without affecting fauna habitat. Maintaining firebreaks and protection buffers between nature spaces and properties. 4.5 Fauna Values Support information for the recommendations contained in this section appears in Appendix 3: Fauna Values. 4.5.1 Management Aims and Objectives Lake Claremont supports a diverse range of aquatic and terrestrial fauna. The fauna management aims of this plan include: Minimise negative impacts to native fauna, with particularly attention paid to avifauna and the Chelonian colliei (Southwestern or Narrow-breasted Snake-necked Turtle) populations. Draft – September 2016 Page 28 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Continue to conserve, protect and restore a range of habitat types to support indigenous aquatic and terrestrial fauna. Work with Australian and State Government agencies, other western suburbs local governments, FOLC and other community groups to maintain and enhance the diversity of native fauna that utilises the Lake Claremont. 4.5.2 Management Recommendations Fauna Management Recommendations for fauna management include: Continue the quarterly surveys of terrestrial and waterbirds birds with support from community members. With high priority, survey the Chelonian colliei population in Lake Claremont. Within two years of this management plan being adopted, design and implement baseline surveys of other native vertebrate fauna (i.e. mammals, reptiles and amphibians) to determine what species are currently present. Undertake biennial surveys (as a minimum) of vertebrate fauna (i.e. mammals, reptiles and amphibians) to monitor population change over time due to factors such as restoration and revegetation of nature space. Monitor the presence of feral and pest fauna (e.g. Eastern Long-billed Corella, Feral Cats, Honey Bees, Red Foxes, Rabbits, Rainbow Lorikeets and Ravens) and undertake control measures when required following TOC policies and practices. Continue to monitor aquatic invertebrate fauna of the lake on at least a biennial basis as an indicator of wetland health. With high priority, prepare a TOC mosquito management plan utilising the Western Australian Department of Health template and guidelines. Monitor and manage mosquito and midge larvae in Lake Claremont in strict compliance with the Council approved mosquito management plan. Opportunities to educate and engage users, residents and school students can be maximised by utilising community members (Claremont’s Citizen Scientists) in these fauna monitoring programs. Enforce the Dog Act to improve compliance in on lead areas. Cat Management Natural Area made the following recommendations for fauna management: Develop, implement and enforce a Cat Local Law within the Town of Claremont. Educate and inform the broader community regarding requirements of the Cat Act 2011 (WA), including the potential for seizure of cats found free roaming. Inform the community that Rangers will seize cats under the provisions of the Cat Act 2011 (WA) commencing on a date nominated by the Town of Claremont. Include educational information on the TOC website to inform the broader community of the requirements and implementation of Cat Act 2011 (WA). Draft – September 2016 Page 29 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 5.0 Performance Objectives and Standards 5.1 Cultural and Recreational Values Management Category 5.1.1 Objective Standard Management Action Priority Continue to recognise the Aboriginal and European heritage values. Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) Heritage of Western Australia Act 1990 (WA) TOC Policy LV124 Retention of Heritage Places, Heritage Areas and Heritage Precincts TOC Town Planning Scheme 3 (TPS3) Heritage Schedule Update 2015 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 TOC Local Government [Heritage] Inventory 2014 TOC Local Government large tree Inventory 2014 Cultural heritage management to recognise both Aboriginal and European values. Medium-High (2017-18) Heritage management plan developed and approved for the Lake Claremont site. TOC Planning & Development Heritage features are included on interpretive signs and walk trail information markers. High (2016-17) Style guide for interpretative signage completed Funds are allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget Interpretative signage installed Consultation with Noongar representatives completed and documented. Minister for Aboriginal Affairs grants Section 18 approval prior to implementation of management plan. Project specific Section 18 approvals obtained prior to work commencing. TOC People & Places Trees assessed for heritage value. If required, added to appropriate inventory. Trees managed as per consultants require. TOC Planning & Development TOC Planning & Development TOC Infrastructure Medium-High (2017-18) Zoning change in MRS and TOC TPS3 TOC Planning & Development High (Annually) Requirement for Section 18 approval for Lake Claremont Parklands Management Plan 2016-21 checked and obtained from the Department of Aboriginal Affairs prior to implementation of any recommended actions. High (2016-17) Verify compliance with approval provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) prior to any non-standard maintenance occurring. High (As Required) Assess the avenue of Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end and add to TOC Local Government large tree Inventory to acknowledge their significance. Add these trees to annual program of significant trees inspections arrange a preliminary inspection by a consultant arborist and perform recommended work (if required). Medium-High (2017-18) TOC Infrastructure TOC Infrastructure Relevant TOC Directorate Tenure and Zoning Tenure and Zoning 5.1.3 Responsibility Cultural Heritage Cultural Heritage 5.1.2 Measurement Criteria Continue to provide for the ongoing protection of the seasonal wetland. Metropolitan Region Scheme TOC Town Planning Scheme 3 (TPS3) Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 ANZEEC Guidelines for fresh and marine water quality: Volume 1 Change the zoning of Balluruk Bushland to Parks and Recreation under the MRS and Town of Claremont Town Planning Schemes for consistency with the broader Lake Claremont area. Impacts from Land Use Impacts from Land Use Draft – September 2016 Recognise that surrounding land uses have the potential to impact on the Lake Claremont. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate t Maintain the current water quality and nutrient-load monitoring program. Provide an annual report on the water quality of the lake’s surface waters to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee and Council. Annual water testing of surface waters completed and recorded. LCAC and Council accept annual water quality reports. TOC Infrastructure Page 30 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category Objective Standard Management Action Impacts from Land Use Recognise that surrounding land uses have the potential to impact on the Lake Claremont. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 ANZEEC Guidelines for fresh and marine water quality: Volume 1 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Contaminated Sites Act 2003 (WA) Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 ANZEEC Guidelines for fresh and marine water quality: Volume 1 Metropolitan Region Scheme TOC Town Planning Scheme 3 (TPS3) TOC Local Laws and Policies Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 ANZEEC Guidelines for fresh and marine water quality: Volume 1 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 5.1.4 Measurement Criteria Responsibility Scotch College provide nutrient and irrigation management data to LCAC. LCAC accept report provided by Scotch College Scotch College in collaboration with TOC Infrastructure That the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee to conduct an annual review the Scotch College Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plan. High (Annually) Install the Henshaw drain infiltration basin with the highest priority. Maintain nutrient stripping basins within the Lake Claremont. High (2016-17) High (Annually) Liaise with owners/land managers of surrounding properties to ensure appropriate management of activities on their land that could negatively affect the Lake Claremont. High (As Required) Infiltration basin installed TOC Infrastructure Annual monitoring confirms that water quality is, at worst, being maintained. Biennial soil testing confirms the levels of environmental contaminants are below the trigger values of the Contaminated Sites Act 2003 (WA) and ANZEEC Guidelines for fresh and marine water quality Surrounding developments and activities do not negatively impact the site. TOC Infrastructure Phosphate levels in the water body and sediments of Lake Claremont remain constant, at least. No invasive weed species establish in the site from surrounding areas. TOC People and Places TOC Infrastructure Continue to provide information to the general community regarding: o How phosphate-based fertilisers can result in negative impacts within the lake. Problems with weedy plants and their potential for spread into the Lake Claremont natural areas. High (As Required) Activate and maintain mixed-use areas consistent with the principles of the revised 2010 Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan (Now the 2016 Concept Plan). Maintain separation for recreational activities to minimise conflicts between different user types. Undertake regular monitoring and maintenance of the area and installed infrastructure in accordance with TOC policies and procedures. Install additional leisure and recreation equipment such as barbeque and picnic areas, family friendly play facilities and other items like a single set of multipurpose goals, a single soccer goal and/or a netball hoop. High (2016-17) TOC Planning & Development TOC Corporate & Governance Recreation Space Opportunities Recreation Space Opportunities 5.1.5 Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Priority Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with usage of that area Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 TOC Asset Management Plans Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan 2016 High (Ongoing) Medium-High (2016-17) LCAC recommended activation plan endorsed by Council. . Complaints Design criteria detailed Documentation of decisions Monitoring and maintenance documents User and community surveys Funds allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget. Infrastructure implemented TOC Infrastructure TOC Infrastructure TOC Infrastructure Dog Walking and Exercising Dog Walking and Exercise Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Dog Act 1976 (WA) and 2013 Regulations Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Dogs in Public Places LV127 Continue to require dogs to be on-leash outside dog exercise areas. Ranger Services enforce requirements of Dog Act 1976 (WA) and Dog Regulations 2013 (WA). High (Ongoing) Enlarge the existing dog-exercise area to include the area south to Lakeway Street by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. Enlarge the existing dog-prohibited zone out to the conservation fencing/pathway by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. After the statutory period of advertisement, update and replace existing dog signage at Lake Claremont. After the statutory period of advertisement, install statutory signage for off lead dog exercise area. High (2016-17) Draft – September 2016 Complaints relating to dogs Enforcement records No dogs off leash outside dog exercise areas Ranger reports TOC Corporate & Governance Modifications to LV127 advertised and implemented Complaints relating to dogs Enforcement records Ranger reports TOC Corporate & Governance Page 31 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category 5.1.6 Standard Management Action Priority Measurement Criteria Responsibility Complaints Design criteria detailed Monitoring and maintenance documents User and community survey results TOC Infrastructure Infrastructure for Sport and Recreation Infrastructure for Sport and Recreation 5.1.7 Objective Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with usage of that area. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Undertake regular maintenance inspections and initiate repairs or other corrective activities when required in accordance with the current TOC Asset Management Plan Conduct regular surveys to determine where users come from, what activities they engage in during their visit, and their level of satisfaction with the amenity. Provide signage to indicate the presence of the café and toilets within the golf course building and the presence of other key facilities such as exercise equipment and barbecues Install additional parking facilities: o at Stirling Road entrance for users only; and o at bottom of Lakeway Street. High (Ongoing) High (2016-17) High (2016-17) High (2016-17) Design criteria detailed Funds allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget. Installation completed TOC Infrastructure TOC Infrastructure Access Access Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with usage of that area. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Enhance the path network with information about key features, such as the cultural, ecological and recreational values. Develop self-guided walks. High (2016-17) 5.1.8 Key features identified. Directional signage installed. Style guide for interpretative signage completed Funds are allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget Interpretative signage installed Provision of walk paths Determine features to highlight at various locations Installation of signage Provision of information in an appropriate format for neighbouring community and users TOC People and Places Style guide for interpretative signage completed Number and location of signs documented Documentation of the review process Installation of signs to/from lake and public transport Lake Claremont values highlighted Signs inform and educate the wider community Messages are informative and easily interpretable Signage is resistant to graffiti Funds are allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget TOC People and Places TOC Infrastructure TOC Infrastructure TOC People and Places TOC Infrastructure Signage Signage Draft – September 2016 Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with usage of that area. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Install directional signage, particularly in the northern portion where a number of meandering tracks interconnect. Install signage to indicate the locations of key facilities, such as the café, toilets, exercise equipment, barbecue facilities and the dog exercise area. Review and update information signage at Lake Claremont. Information signage should inform users of the lake’s health, the benefits of drying out seasonally and status as a Conservation Category Wetland, Bush Forever site and its Environmentally Sensitive Area designation. Information signage should complement self-guided walks. Action the recommendation of the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan that directional signage be installed at key locations (e.g. TOC Office, Train Station, Claremont on the Park) to inform residents and visitors of the location of Lake Claremont. Install notice boards to promote FOLC and TOC activities at the corner of Alfred and Davies Roads, the Cafe/Golf Club complex and at Stirling Road Park. High (2016-17) Page 32 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category 5.1.9 Objective Standard Management Action Priority Measurement Criteria Responsibility Fencing Fencing Continue to provide for the ongoing protection of the seasonal wetland. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Continue to install and/or maintain conservation fencing to protect revegetation areas. High (Ongoing) Length, type and location of fencing installed Inspection and maintenance activities Outcomes of flora and vegetation surveys TOC Infrastructure Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Manage exotic vegetation in the wetland buffer at the northern end to improve the views that enhance the connection of users’ with the waterbody of lake. High (As Required) Weed management of seedlings and saplings and Council approved removal of exotic tree Viewing corridors to waterbody maintained TOC Infrastructure TOC continues to support the activities of the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. TOC continues to support and collaborate with the Friends of Lake Claremont. High (As Required) TOC Infrastructure Investigate changing the use of the old shed in the north east from storage of lawn mowing equipment to use by the Friends of Lake Claremont for storage of their equipment and/or to provide a meeting location and focal point for FOLC’s works at lake Claremont. When investigating the future of this shed, the old growth Paperbark tree resting on the shed receives appropriate consideration. Medium High (2017-18) Meeting minutes/documentation of discussions Minutes of LCAC meeting tabled with Council through OCM agenda. Works carried out by the FOLC community group FOLC-TOC relationship to implement Meeting minutes/documentation of decisions Design criteria Quoting of construction activities Funds are allocated in 2017-18 Capital Works Budget Usage of shed by FOLC Investigate the feasibility of establishing an appropriately scaled natural and cultural heritage centre near or on the location of the shed mentioned above. Medium-High (2017-18) Meeting minutes/documentation of decisions Choice of appropriate location Design criteria Funds allocated in 2017-18 Capital Works Budget. Installation completed Tendering of construction activities Usage of centre by community groups, h l d h TOC Infrastructure TOC People and Places 5.1.10 Lake Views Lake Views 5.1.11 Community Engagement and Communication Community Engagement and Communication Draft – September 2016 Continue to provide for the ongoing protection of the seasonal wetland. Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage Lake Claremont as a mixed-use public/private c open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with usage of that area Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 TOC Infrastructure Page 33 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category Community Engagement and Communication (continued) 5.2 Standard Continue to provide for the ongoing protection of the seasonal wetland. Recognise that the lake and its surrounds have high social and cultural values within the community. Manage the Lake Claremontas a mixed-use public/private open space, catering to a range of needs and values that may be conflicting without appropriate management. Provide infrastructure as required that is consistent with Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Management Action Priority Measurement Criteria Responsibility Creation of a five-year implementation plan for all actions recommended within this management plan, for clarity of the approved works and timing. High (2016-17) Meeting minutes/documentation of decisions Council endorse LCAC recommended implementation plan TOC Infrastructure Creation of an annual operational plan to keep the Council and community informed and updated of activities occurring at site. High (Ongoing) Meeting minutes/documentation of decisions Council endorse LCAC recommended operational plan TOC Infrastructure Measurement Criteria Responsibility Inspection outcomes Area of erosion treated Erosion treatment methods Effectiveness of treatment Revegetation as required TOC Infrastructure Biophysical Values Management Category 5.2.1 Objective Objective Standard Management Action Priority Erosion Control Erosion Control Maintain and enhance the integrity of the biophysical features through the TOC program of regular inspections. Maintain the lake as a seasonal wetland Target management aims highlighted in key sections of this management plan. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 TOC review and record erosion associated with uncontrolled pedestrian access on the steeper slopes below the Lakeway Estate that was noted in site assessments conducted by Natural Area. Integrate checking for erosion into TOC routine inspection program. High (2016-17) Inspect erosion susceptible locations after severe storm events. High (As Required) Review and prevent uncontrolled access to erosion susceptible locations. Medium-High (2017-2018) After review, prevent uncontrolled access to erosion susceptible locations. Medium-High (Ongoing) Implement erosion mitigation measures such as: o installing table drains to reduce amount and velocity of water travelling down steep slopes; o revegetating areas with unstable perched soil using local native species; o installing brushing (i.e. non-weedy cut or broken branches) on steep erosion susceptible slopes to assist with soil stabilisation; and/or o installing or repairing rock footings and/or revetments where required. Draft – September 2016 High (2016-17) High (2016-17) Page 34 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category 5.2.2 Standard Management Action Measurement Criteria Responsibility Maintain and enhance the integrity Environmental Protection Act of the biophysical features through 1986 (WA) the TOC program of regular Contaminated Sites Act 2003 inspections. (WA) Maintain the lake as a seasonal Department of Environment wetland Regulation (DER) Guideline: Target management aims Identification and highlighted in key sections of this investigation of acid sulfate management plan. soils and acidic landscapes. DER Guideline: Treatment and management of soil and water in acid sulfate soil landscapes Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Maintain and enhance the integrity Environmental Protection Act of the biophysical features through 1986 (WA) the TOC program of regular Contaminated Sites Act 2003 inspections. (WA) Maintain the lake as a seasonal Department of Environment wetland Regulation (DER) Guideline: Target management aims Identification and highlighted in key sections of this investigation of acid sulfate management plan. soils and acidic landscapes. DER Guideline: Treatment and management of soil and water in acid sulfate soil landscapes DER Guideline: Managing urban development in acid sulfate soil areas. Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) Planning Bulletin 64/2009 WAPC Acid Sulfate Soils: Planning Guidelines Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 No change in pH levels of lake waterbody, sediments or surrounding soils. Acid sulphate soils (ASS) not disturbed without the development of ASS management plan. TOC Infrastructure To minimise the potential for negative impacts from in situ acid sulphate soils: o Minimise disturbance of sediments within the wetland basin. Monitor pH within the water body and use as an indicator of acid sulphate soil disturbance. High (Ongoing) To minimise the potential for negative impacts from disturbed acid sulphate soils: o Undertake appropriate investigations prior to any works that are likely to disturb subsurface soils. o If required, undertake appropriate testing for acid sulphate soil chemical indicators. o If warranted by outcome of review or investigative testing, develop and implement an Acid Sulphate Soil Management Plan for the works. o Monitor all major excavation to ensure early of disturbed acid sulphate material. High (As Required) Continue to consult and collaborate with the DEFS regarding the development of DEFS Fire Management Plans for the Lake Claremont. Complete baseline bushfire threat analysis using the DEFS template, including an assessment of fire fuel loads. Medium-High (Annual) Medium-High (Autumn 2017) Perform a bushfire threat analysis using the DEFS template, including an assessment of fire fuel loads, on a biennial basis. Low-Medium (Autumn 2019) Perform a bushfire threat analysis using the DEFS template, including an assessment of fire fuel loads, on a biennial basis. Low (Autumn 2022) No change in pH levels of lake waterbody, sediments or surrounding soils. Acid sulphate soils (ASS) not disturbed without the development of ASS management plan. Investigations to determine type and extent of acid sulphate soils present. Preparation and implementation of an ASS management plan. Appropriate monitoring protocols implemented during any sediment disturbance activities. Implementation: Responsible TOC Directorate Oversight: TOC Infrastructure Fire Management Strategies Fire Management Strategy Maintain and enhance the integrity Bushfire Act 1954 (WA) of the biophysical features through Department of Fire & the TOC program of regular Management Services (DEFS) inspections. Fire Management Plans Target management aims Lake Claremont Management highlighted in key sections of this Plan 2016-21 management plan. Maintain access tracks and fire control buffers in accordance with the TOC maintenance schedule and DFES Fire Management Plans. 5.3 Priority Acid Sulphate Soils Acid Sulphate Soils 5.2.3 Objective Inspection outcomes DEFS Fire Management Plan Bushfire Threat Analyses Fire Fuel Load Assessments Tracks and control buffers maintained TOC Infrastructure High (As Required) Wetland Values Draft – September 2016 Page 35 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category 5.3.1 Objective Standard Management Action Priority Measurement Criteria Responsibility Water Quality Water Quality Maintain and enhance the water ANZECC water quality quality within Lake Claremont guidelines Lake Claremont Management using reported baseline data Plan 2016-21 (Simpson 2013 and 2014). Investigate deviations from the baseline values in an effort to identify causal factors and implement appropriate management strategies as required. Continue to recognise the conservation status of the wetland as a locally significant wetland. Continue existing program of water quality monitoring and reporting as the primary indicator of wetland health. If any sampled parameter indicates a potential issue with water quality, the Town of Claremont consider repeat sampling or an increased frequency of sampling to determine the cause and develop an appropriate management strategy. High (As Required) LCAC endorsed annual reports tabled at OCM. Environmental water quality of the lake water body maintained or improved. TOC Infrastructure Maintain and enhance the water quality within Lake Claremont using reported baseline data (Simpson 2013 and 2014). Investigate deviations from the baseline values in an effort to identify causal factors and implement appropriate management strategies as required. Contaminated Sites Act 2003 (WA) National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Measure 1999 (Aust) ANZECC water quality guidelines Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 With a high priority, develop a program for baseline sampling for metals and hydrocarbons to enable review of pollutant levels that may be entering from external sources. High (Summer 2017) TOC Infrastructure Perform biennial sampling for metals and hydrocarbons to enable review of pollutant levels that may be entering from external sources. Medium (Summer 2019) Baseline survey completed Biennial surveys completed LCAC endorsed sampling reports tabled at OCM Deviations from guideline and baseline values investigated Corrective and management actions Perform biennial sampling for metals and hydrocarbons to enable review of pollutant levels that may be entering from external sources. Low (Summer 2021) Maintain and enhance the water quality within Lake Claremont using reported baseline data (Simpson 2013 and 2014). Continue to implement the recommendations of the WESROC Regional Strategy for Management of Stormwater (JDA 2002), particularly the installation of drainage swales that strip nutrients and pollutants prior to stormwater entering the lake. Maintain and enhance the water quality within Lake Claremont using reported baseline data (Simpson 2013 and 2014). Continue to recognise the conservation status of the wetland as a locally significant wetland. ANZECC water quality guidelines Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Install the Henshaw drain infiltration basin with the highest priority. High (ASAP) Drain installed. Water quality maintained or enhanced TOC Infrastructure Maintain stormwater basins and sumps on an ongoing basis, ensuring their ongoing capacity to detain and treat stormwater in the longer term. Medium (As Required) Inspection outcomes Maintenance records Water quality maintained or enhanced TOC Infrastructure Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plans (NIMP) and annual reporting of leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores by the lessee are required as a condition of leasing any recreation or sporting space with the Lake Claremont. Liaise with managers from Scotch College to obtain historical leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores data under their NIMP. High (As Required) TOC Infrastructure High (2016-17) Establish annual reporting of Scotch College NIMP data to LCAC as per recommendation of 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. Medium-High (2017-18) ANZECC water quality guidelines Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Soctch College NIMP Draft – September 2016 Data obtained from Scotch College Summary report tabled with LCAC TOC Infrastructure Data obtained from Scotch College Annual report tabled with LCAC Page 36 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category Objective 5.4 Flora Values 5.4.1 Flora Management Flora Management Flora Management 5.4.2 Standard Responsibility Inspection outcomes Fungi and vegetation survey outcomes by target area, including development of species list completed Use of quadrats, transects and photo monitoring points to measure diversity and weed presence over time Survey outcomes incorporated in relevant management plan TOC Infrastructure Reports from consultant arborist Heritage assessment report Documentation of decisions Records of tree mainetnce Listing on TOC Local Government [Heritage] Inventory and TOC Local Government large tree Inventory TOC Planning & Development TOC Infrastructure Ensure conservation, restoration and revegetation activities are consistent with the recreation elements the former Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan and 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan Manage the avenue of Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at Stirling Road Park. Heritage of Western Australia Act 1990 (WA) TOC Policy LV124 Retention of Heritage Places, Heritage Areas and Heritage Precincts TOC Town Planning Scheme 3 (TPS3) Heritage Schedule Update 2015 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 TOC Local Government [Heritage] Inventory 2014 TOC Local Government large tree Inventory 2014 Assess the Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end and add to TOC Local Government significant trees register to acknowledge their cultural value. Add these trees to annual program of Significant Trees Inspections, arrange a preliminary inspection by a consultant arborist and perform recommended work (if required). High (2016-17) EPBC Act 1999 (Cwlth) Environmental Protection (Clearing of Native Vegetation) Regulations 2004 (WA) Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 (WA) WAPC Bushforver DER Environmentally Sensitive Area Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Continue to aim for maximum species diversity within nominated vegetation type/zones. Source materials from NIASA-accredited nurseries/suppliers to minimise the potential for introducing disease or other plant pathogens into the nature space of the park. Continue to give due consideration to the social impacts of revegetation activities, particularly in relation to blocking views of users. Revegetation activities continue in areas shown in the former k Cl the speciesklselection d C for conservation l 20 0 and revegetation Broaden High (Ongoing) Undertake baseline fungi and vegetation survey to document species present, vegetation type and condition. Medium-High (2017-18) Undertake fungi and vegetation surveys at five yearly intervals to document longitudinal change, including changes in species present, vegetation type and condition. Low (2020-21) Broaden the species selection for conservation and revegetation planting to include difficult to grow species, such as Banksia attenuata, Banksia menziesii and understorey shrubs, to increase species diversity and restore the natural vegetation structure in nature spaces. Medium (2018-19) Consider direct seeding for tertiary plant establishment within the remnant bushland and revegetation zone. High (Ongoing) Measurement Criteria Continue the weekly inspection of remnant bushland and revegetation sites to monitor the presence of weeds and other degrading processes. Priority Maintain and enhance the condition of native vegetation and flora in the lake, remnant bushland and rehabilitated nature space. Minimise the presence of herbaceous weeds and exotic grasses through targeted chemical and manual weed control activities. Progressively reduce the presence of exotic trees/woody weeds in the nature space and replace with local native species. Limit impacts associated with plant pathogens. EPBC Act 1999 (Cwlth) Environmental Protection (Clearing of Native Vegetation) Regulations 2004 (WA) Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 (WA) WAPC Bushforver DER Environmentally Sensitive Area Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Management Action Low-Medium (2019-20) Regeneration and Revegetation Regeneration and Revegetation Draft – September 2016 Maintain and enhance the condition of native vegetation and flora in the lake, remnant bushland and rehabilitated nature space. Ensure conservation, restoration and revegetation activities are consistent with the recreation elements the former Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan and 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. Maintain habitat that supports the presence of fungi species in nature spaces. Limit impacts associated with plant pathogens. planting to include difficult to grow species, such as Banksia attenuata, Banksia menziesii and understorey shrubs, to increase species diversity and restore the natural vegetation structure in nature spaces. While some authorities promote the use of local provenance seed for revegetation activities, the restricted area of the remnant bushland and restoration plantings that have been conducted mean that seed collection from within Lake Claremont Park is not a pre-requisite and seed collected within 50 km will maintain the indigenous biodiversity. Low-Medium (Opportunistic) 2 Area revegetated (i.e.: m , ha) Success criteria met (e.g.: 75% seedling survival after two years) Less than 5% weed presence, including priority or declared weeds Use of quadrats, transects and photo monitoring points to measure species diversity over time Consideration is given to the views of park users and nearby residents when planning and implementing revegetation works Certified source of tubestock/seed TOC Infrastructure Page 37 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category 5.4.3 Objective Standard Management Action Maintain and enhance the condition of native vegetation and flora in the lake, remnant bushland and rehabilitated nature space. Minimise the presence of herbaceous weeds and exotic grasses through targeted chemical and manual weed control activities. Progressively reduce the presence of exotic trees/woody weeds in the nature space and replace with local native species. Health Act 1911 (WA) Health (Pesticides) Regulations 2011 (WA) Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Continue to manage weeds as per the Lake Claremont Weed Control Matrix and this management plan Ensure implementation and techniques of weed control are appropriate to the nature and scale of the infestation. Encourage and support the efforts of FOLC and other volunteers in hand weeding activities that support the Lake Claremont Weed Control Matrix and TOC priorities. In accordance with statutory requirements and TOC’s standard operating procedures, all chemical weed control must be in performed strict compliance with approvals and/or guidelines of the Australian Pesticide and Veterinary Medical Authority (APMVA) and Western Australian Department of Health. Other chemical control agents should be considered on an as needs basis, an example being Fusillade for the control of exotic grasses growing through local native shrubs and sedges. Given the limited impacts to wetland fauna, continue to use Glyphosate Biactive as the primary means of chemical weed control within the Lake Claremont. High (Ongoing) Liaise with managers from Scotch College to relocate the garden waste stockpile from its current location to minimise the introduction and spread of weeds from this area. By mutual agreement of LCAC, TOC and FOLC, perform weed mapping as required (including a density rating) to assist with prioritising treatment. Responsibility TOC Infrastructure Areas of weeds treated Effectiveness of weed control 2 Areas treated (i.e.: m , ha) Success criteria achieved (e.g.: 90% kill or removal rate) Use of quadrats, transects and photo monitoring points to assess weed presence before and after treatment and over time Spray records from contractors High (2016-17) Stockpile relocated TOC Infrastructure Scotch College Low-Medium (As Agreed) Weed mapping implemented as required TOC Infrastructure Friends of Lake Claremont (FOLC) Medium-High (2017-18) Report system for incident sightings implemented Survey completed Baseline fungi species list documented Report system for sightings implemented TOC Infrastructure Documentation associated with planning Installation of infrastructure TOC Infrastructure Fungi Management Fungi Management 5.4.5 Measurement Criteria Weed Management Weed Management 5.4.4 Priority Maintain habitat that supports the presence of fungi species in nature spaces. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Develop a system to capture and record incidental sightings of fungi. Structured surveying of fungi by the observation of fruiting bodies such as mushrooms, toadstools, and puffballs is an activity suited to volunteers and school groups. Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 The Manager of Parks and Environment should be notified of suspected sightings of Australian Honey Fungus (Armillaria luteobubalina) to ensure the application of appropriate management action(s), such as the implementation of hygiene measures and/or the removal of tree stumps that may be harbour the fungus. High (2016-17) Fire Management Fire Management Draft – September 2016 Maintain and enhance the condition of native vegetation and flora in the lake, remnant bushland and rehabilitated nature space. Minimise the presence of herbaceous weeds and exotic grasses through targeted chemical and manual weed control activities. Maintain habitat that supports the presence of fungi species in nature spaces. Bushfire Act 1954 (WA) Department of Fire & Management Services (DEFS) Fire Management Plans Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Claremont implement the following risk management strategies required by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Fire Pre-plan for Lake Claremont: o Weed control. o Monitoring fire fuel loads. o Selectively removing dead branches and other material from nature spaces as required to reduce fire load without affecting fauna habitat. o Maintaining firebreaks and protection buffers between nature spaces and properties. High (On Going) Page 38 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category Objective 5.5 Fauna Values 5.5.1 Fauna Management Fauna Management Minimise negative impacts to native fauna, with particularly attention paid to avifauna and the Chelodian colliei (Southwestern or Narrowbreasted Snake-necked Turtle) populations. Continue to conserve, protect and restore a range of habitat types to support indigenous aquatic and terrestrial fauna. Work with Australian and State Government agencies, other western suburbs local governments, FOLC and other community groups to maintain and enhance the diversity of native fauna that utilises the Lake Claremont. Minimise negative impacts to native fauna. Continue to conserve, protect and restore a range of habitat types to support indigenous aquatic and terrestrial fauna. Work with Australian and State Government agencies, other western suburbs local governments, FOLC and other community groups to maintain and enhance the diversity of native fauna that utilises the Lake Claremont. Work with ... FOLC and other community groups to maintain and enhance the diversity of native fauna that utilises the Lake Claremont. Draft – September 2016 Standard Management Action Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 (WA) Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cwlth) Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Continue the quarterly surveys of terrestrial and waterbirds birds with support from community members. Enforce the Dog Act to improve compliance in on lead areas. High (On Going) High (On Going) With high priority, survey the Chelonian colliei population in Lake Claremont. Biennial follow up survey of Chelonian colliei population in Lake Claremont. Within two years of this management plan being adopted, design and implement baseline surveys of other native vertebrate fauna (i.e. mammals, reptiles and amphibians) to determine what species are currently present. Monitor the presence of feral and pest fauna (e.g. Eastern Longbilled Corella, Feral Cats, Honey Bees, Red Foxes, Rabbits, Rainbow Lorikeets and Ravens) and undertake control measures when required following TOC policies and practices. Undertake biennial surveys (as a minimum) of vertebrate fauna (i.e. mammals, reptiles and amphibians) to monitor population change over time due to factors such as restoration and revegetation of nature space. Continue to monitor aquatic invertebrate fauna of the lake on at least a biennial basis as an indicator of wetland health. High (On Going) Medium (2018-19) Medium (2018-19) Health Act 1911 (WA) WA Health Department Guidance Notes WA Health Department Management Plan template Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 With high priority, prepare a TOC mosquito management plan utilising the Western Australian Department of Health template and guidelines. Monitor and manage mosquito and midge larvae in Lake Claremont in strict compliance with the Council approved mosquito management plan. Opportunities to educate and engage users, residents and school students can be maximised by utilising community members (Claremont’s Citizen Scientists) in these fauna monitoring programs. Priority Medium (2018-19) Measurement Criteria Bird surveys completed Responsibility TOC Infrastructure Ranger reports Complaints relating to dogs Enforcement records TOC Corporate and Governance Turtle population study documented Baseline fauna species list, updated over time as further surveys are carried out. Results of biennial surveys Continued presence and return of previously locally extinct diversity in aquatic and dryland species Surveys of feral and pest animal populations documented TOC Infrastructure Plan documented Monitoring records Treatment records (if required) TOC Corporate & Governance Low (2020-21) High (Biennially) High (Winter 2016) High (On Ongoing) Medium (Opportunistic) Media and event promotion TOC Infrastructure TOC People & Places Page 39 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Management Category 5.5.2 Objective Standard Management Action Priority Measurement Criteria Responsibility Cat Management Minimise negative impacts to native fauna, with particularly attention paid to avifauna and the Chelodian colliei (Southwestern or Narrowbreasted Snake-necked Turtle) populations. Continue to conserve, protect and restore a range of habitat types to support indigenous aquatic and terrestrial fauna. Work with Australian and State Government agencies, other western suburbs local governments, FOLC and other community groups to maintain and enhance the diversity of native fauna that utilises the Lake Claremont. Draft – September 2016 Cat Act 2011 (WA) Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Develop, implement and enforce a Cat Local Law or Policy within the Town of Claremont. Educate and inform the broader community regarding requirements of the Cat Act 2011 (WA), including the potential for seizure of cats found free roaming. Inform the community that Rangers will seize cats under the provisions of the Cat Act 2011 (WA) commencing on a date nominated by the Town of Claremont. Include educational information on the TOC website to inform the broader community of the requirements and implementation of Cat Act 2011 (WA). High (2016-17) Development of the Town of Claremont Cat Local Law Education process associated with the announcing of the local law Inclusion and maintaining of information on the Town website Cat predated wildlife Ranger reports Complaints relating to feral and free-roaming cats Enforcement records TOC Corporate & Governance Page 40 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 6.0 Review of Management Recommendations from 2010 Management Plan The information detailed in this section is the outcomes of Natural Area’s review of recommendations from the 2010 Management Plan. Natural Area concluded that many recommendations had been completed, with some that are ongoing (e.g.: weed control) and a small number that have not been completed. Natural Area’s comments on the status of each appear below. The final column provides a reference to topics in the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 with cross referencing of documents updated by TOC. 2010 Recommendation 2015 Management Reference 2014 Status Surrounding Land Use Groundwater Management 1 2 The Town of Claremont should employ a suitable consultant to investigate and report on the nature and extent of groundwater flow and contamination from the refuse disposal site. Council should consult with the Department of Environment and Conservation to develop a suitable ground water management strategy in the light of potential saltwater intrusion. Complete. Carried out by WESROC through a stormwater study in 2002 carried out by JDA; information included in the Perth Groundwater Atlas; water quality testing indicates no contamination from the refuse disposal site. No further studies required. Conductivity results suggest a slight upward trend, which could be an indicator of saltwater intrusion. However, other water quality indicators such as invertebrates indicate the wetland is still fresh. Continued monitoring suggested. No further action required as a review is currently underway Appendix 2 Section 2.2.5 The Town of Claremont produces a groundwater use report; however, there is no monitoring of other locations such as school and private bores. As groundwater use is not isolated to a single location, a review of bore use within the broader locale could be investigated in association with the Department of Water, with a view to other users having similar plans and monitoring requirements. Nutrient and Irrigation Management 3 (i) (ii) (iii) Ensure that fertiliser and irrigation use is minimised on lands surrounding Lake Claremont. Seek appropriate professional advice on the minimal quantities of fertiliser and irrigation necessary to maintain parks and ovals in an acceptable condition. Research turf species suited to low fertiliser and irrigation. Specifically: That the Town of Claremont prepare a nutrient and irrigation management plan for Cresswell Oval and Stirling Road Park. These plans need to ensure that fertiliser and irrigation use is minimised. If the Lake Claremont Golf Course is to remain as a golf course or contain park, then a nutrient and irrigation management plan should be prepared to ensure that fertiliser and irrigation use is minimised in this area. That Scotch College prepare a nutrient and irrigation management plan for the school grounds, in particular the ovals. Once in place, the plan should be regularly audited by Council. 4 There should be no additional direct discharge of surface water into the lake via any new drainage network. 5 The Town of Claremont should ensure that all future Draft – September 2016 Complete. Town of Claremont is a member of the ICLEI and Department of Water Waterwise Council Program. Irrigation Management Plan developed and implemented. Nutrient testing carried out to determine appropriate levels of fertiliser on turfed areas, and those used are phosphate free. No additional action required The Town of Claremont is also a participant in a UWA turf study to investigate the suitability of turf species and soil amendments to minimise water and fertiliser use. Fertiliser application and irrigation volumes are monitored and applied at low rates to minimise grass growth and thus reduce the need for mowing. The golf course has been reduced to a par 3 course, with significant areas returned to nature or recreation space. Recreation space is covered by irrigation management and nutrient testing to minimise and target fertiliser application. Scotch College has prepared a nutrient and irrigation management plan, however it is not audited by Council. It is suggested that an annual report is a more appropriate method of Council confirming implementation by the College. Nutrient stripping basins on all drains entering Lake Claremont, including one from Scotch College. The Town of Claremont no longer installs piped networks, with infiltration in source areas seen as a more appropriate management strategy. NIMP required NIMP required Appendix 2: Section 2.5.1 Appendix 2: Section 2.0 It is suggested that any changes to the Lake and its surrounds are regularly monitored that could result in direct discharge to the lake. This includes various practices at Scotch College associated with parking, storage of equipment and garden waste, for example. Requirement included as a condition for planning approvals. Ongoing Page 41 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2010 Recommendation 6 developments within the Lake Claremont catchment area retain all stormwater on site. The Town of Claremont should investigate the construction of vegetated wetlands or other appropriate nutrient and sediment stripping devices on the relevant drain(s) which empty into Lake Claremont, using the results of the water quality monitoring to identify priority sites. 2015 Management Reference 2014 Status Largely complete – refer also Section 6.4. Nutrient stripping basins and living streams created for drains entering the lake; with the swale for Henshaw currently being designed by Landcorp. If required, other nutrient stripping basins or swales will be constructed on an as needs basis. Henshaw Drain needs to be modified so that stormwater infiltrates in to the lake and superficial aquifer via a nutrient stripping vegetated swale. Conservation and Recreation Zoning 7 (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) Establish clear delineation of Lake Claremont into conservation and recreation zones to achieve the following outcomes: Both upland and wetland communities are represented in the conservation area. Restricted public access within the conservation area with no access to open water. Provision of appropriate infrastructure in the conservation area to address path erosion issues. (i.e. boardwalk construction, semi-permeable path materials, moving the lake path and fence west with agreement from Scotch College). The conservation area is a "Dogs on-leash" only zone The recreation area is restricted to areas of existing turf around the perimeter of the reserve. Any existing exotic species (i.e. Fig trees) are confined to the recreation area. If Fig trees are removed it should be (vi) through a staged process in conjunction with replacement with appropriate native species. Provision of appropriate infrastructure within the recreation area (i.e. picnic areas, cycle paths, dog exercise (vii) areas). Provision of modern picnic facilities in suitable locations in John and Jean Mulder Park and Stirling Road Park. Review the provision of additional car parking facilities and (viii) signage to facilitate access from public transport. That the north west area of the reserve below the former drive-in theatre site be reserved as a conservation and 8 wildlife observation zone. The only public facilities to be provided in this area should be an unobtrusive path. (v) In progress – Parkland Concept Plan developed in 2010, continues to be implemented, 2014 management plan consistent with the concept plan. Complete. Fencing and signage installed around lake bank buffer area indicating no entry, and dogs prohibited from entering the lake bed. Complete. Paths in good repair, appropriate boardwalk construction, fence installed between Lake Claremont and Scotch College. Suggested that the fence is adapted for turtle access. Complete. Detailed in Parkland Concept Plan. Complete. Detailed in Parkland Concept Plan. In progress. Priorities for removal of exotic species identified by the Town of Claremont, with removal carried out in a manner that minimises the potential for other impacts, such as erosion. Removal also considers the establishment and maturing of revegetation species. Complete. This plan recommends the consideration of some further infrastructure, such as barbecues and picnic tables in the vicinity of active recreational areas. Toilets are also recommended. Incomplete. Parking in vicinity of Stirling Road often used as an overflow parking area by those visiting Scotch College. See Figure 7.7. No further action required Ongoing education required Subject to regular inspection of assets and infrastructure Sections 4.0 and 5.0 of this plan. Sections 2.1.2 and 4.1 of this plan. No further action required Appendix 2 Flora and Vegetation Values, Section 1.5 Weeds Sections 2.0 and 4.1 of this plan. Sections 4.0 and 5.0 of this plan. Further signage to advise users of the conservation value. Complete. Lakeway Drive-in Site 9 (i) (ii) Prior to the former Lakeway Drive-in site being developed, the Town of Claremont make a stated requirement on the Certificate of Title (s) to ensure; That the existing topography of the land is generally retained, that is, the land falls to the north west and all storm water is disposed of in a suitably designed sump located in the north west corner of the site. Retention of the existing vegetation where possible. In particular ensure no felling of trees for views. Draft – September 2016 Complete. Planning requirements detailed on Town of Claremont Website: http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Libraries/ContentDocs/Lakeway_ DesignGuidelines_amended_august09.sflb.ashx Complete. Considered during subdivision process and implementation of 2007 revegetation plan. Complete. No further action required No further action required No further action required Page 42 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2010 Recommendation 2015 Management Reference 2014 Status Impose a fencing requirement to restrict access through Fencing installed and pathways provided. the regenerating bushland. Preferential use of local and Western Australian plant species in the landscaping of the Lakeway Drive-in site. The In progress. Revegetation list developed from appropriate sources, staged removal of use of environmental or potential environmental weed exotic species being carried out, weed control strategies continue to be implemented. species and deciduous trees is avoided. That council in conjunction with the developer undertake an environmental education program for residents including the following: Ongoing education required (i) The consequences of excessive water and fertiliser use Carried out through ICLEI/Waterwise Council Programs Ongoing (ii) The impact of dumping garden waste in the reserve Carried out through various WESROC programs, and Keep Australia Beautiful events. Ongoing Appropriate local and Western Australian plant species for use in gardens and landscaping Information on environmental weeds and their impact on natural areas That Council ensure that appropriate dense vegetation is provided on the southern and eastern embankments of the Drive-in site to prevent erosion and provide a buffer to the development. Complete. Carried out through various WESROC programs, including the native plant subsidy scheme. Ongoing (iii) (iv) 10 (iii) (iv) 11 Information provided on Friends of Lake Claremont website Appendix 2: Section 1.6 Ongoing Ongoing maintenance of revegetation – Appendix 2 Revegetation activities very successful in providing dense buffer areas. Lake Claremont Golf Course 12 To be completed following recommendations from the Golf Course Stakeholder Reference Group. In progress. The golf course is now a 9-hole course, with consideration of continued operation in the future current. Section 2.2 of this plan. Water Quality and Quantity 13 14 15 That the Town of Claremont should institute a water quality monitoring program to measure both the lake health and nutrient inputs. Samples of water should be taken regularly (e.g. monthly, bimonthly or quarterly) to provide an ongoing record of nutrient concentrations and to identify hotspots. Monitoring should include sites located within drains to identify nutrients and contaminants entering from surrounding land uses (i.e. stormwater drains, refuse site). Sampling should also occur within Lake Claremont itself to monitor its health over time. Council should implement a range of strategies to improve water quality in Lake Claremont. Council should continue to seek professional advice on means to improve water quality in the lake. Retain the lake's natural water fluctuations (i.e. Lake Claremont to be managed as a seasonal wetland). The use of bore water to maintain water levels in the lake should not be considered (except under exceptional circumstances and not until the sources of significant water recharge of the lake has been investigated). Appendix 1 Section 2.2 Ongoing. Results available, program will be continued. Nutrient stripping basins have been installed at various locations around the lake, and water quality monitoring results show that improvement has occurred over time. Appendix 1 Section 2.2 This plan and Appendix 1 The lake will continue to be managed as a seasonal wetland. In support of this decision, the Town of Claremont bore water extraction licence precludes the use of groundwater to maintain water levels within the lake. Acid Sulphate Soils 16 Conduct an Acid Sulphate Soils / Potential Acid Sulphate Soils assessment to ground-truth the current risk maps produced by the Department of Environment, as Lake Claremont falls in an area at "high risk of acid sulphate Draft – September 2016 Complete. Soil assessment carried out as part of data collection for SLIP Portal. No excavation will occur below groundwater level without core sampling to check for actual or potential acid sulphate soils prior to disturbance being undertaken. Appendix 1: Section 1.6.2 Page 43 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2010 Recommendation 2015 Management Reference 2014 Status soils or potential acid sulphate soils". This should be completed before any earthworks or disturbance occurs in or around the lake. Fauna 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 That the management of the lake be compatible with the conservation of flora and fauna, in particular, to maintain or enhance its value as a water bird refuge. That the lake continue to be managed as a shallow drying wetland since this increases productivity and variety of bird habitat. That non-vegetated areas of open water (which may be subject to seasonal drying) are retained to provide habitat for fauna. That the vegetation (and drainage) rehabilitation programs should be designed to minimise nuisance insects and improve the lake habitat for water birds, terrestrial birds and any remaining terrestrial and aquatic fauna (i.e. tortoises). This involves staged weed removal coupled with adequate revegetation to provide protection for fauna from predators. That users of the reserve be discouraged from allowing pets to run free in the vicinity of the lake. Signs should be erected with a warning that offenders will be issued an infringement notice. The reason for the restriction should also be shown on the signs and conveyed by a public education program. That there be ongoing monitoring of mosquito and midge larvae at the relevant time of the year to ensure densities remain below the threshold where they become a nuisance to residents. Provide residents with information on mosquitoes and midges and ways to reduce their breeding. Monitor feral animals (in particular foxes) and implement control programs as required. Complete. The wetland and bushland nature spaces have the ability to support a range of terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna, with birds being particularly diverse. Ongoing. Range of habitats currently available with varying water depths. Ongoing. Range of habitats currently available with varying water depths. Appendix 3 Appendix 3 Appendix 3 Appendix 1, 2 and 3 Complete. Rehabilitation programs have resulted in improved water quality and nuisance insect issues are kept to a minimum. A range of habitats for water and terrestrial birds has been provided. Populations of the Oblong Turtle remain at the lake. Ongoing. Signs are present throughout the area; however, there are members of the public that still allow their pets to roam free. The Town of Claremont Dog Law indicates that the Lake Claremont water body is a ‘no-go’ zone. Section 2.1.2 (This document) Appendix 3: Section 1.2.2 Appendix 3: Section 1.5 As required. Mosquitoes and midges are not a major issue associated with the lake due to its improved water quality and seasonal nature. Supported by invertebrate monitoring data provided by Murdoch University. Ongoing. Control carried out through WESROC. Appendix 3: Section 1.2.4 Vegetation 24 25 26 (i) (ii) That the Town of Claremont implement policies to protect and maintain the local indigenous plant gene pool and the natural seed source in the reserve where possible. That the drowned paperback stumps in the lake be retained to provide roosting opportunities for water birds in the vicinity. That the Town of Claremont implement and regularly review a strategic rehabilitation program with specialist advice that will achieve the following objectives: Prioritised, staged removal of exotic terrestrial plant species around the lake, particularly weeds including Japanese Pepper, Figs, Giant Reed, Weeping and Chilean Willows and grasses including Couch, Buffalo and Kikuyu. Prioritised, staged removal of exotic terrestrial plant Draft – September 2016 The site has been revegetated with species that would have occurred at the site some years ago, but the gene pool cannot be described as being locally indigenous. Given the size of the revegetated area and lack of connecting vegetation corridors, the ability to ensure local provenance seed is very limited. Complete. Continue to follow Tree preservation policy. Seed will be sourced from nearby bushland where possible for revegetation projects at the site. No further action required Appendix 2: Section 1.5.1 Ongoing. Removal of exotic trees is being carried out on a staged basis. Ongoing. Weed control is an ongoing issue. Appendix 2: Section 1.5 Page 44 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2010 Recommendation (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) 27 28 29 30 species within the north west portion of the reserve, particularly weeds such as Perennial Veldt Grass, Geraldton Carnation Weed, Castor Oil, Blackberry Nightshade, Lupins, Chasmanthe. Staged removal of the Bulrush within Lake Claremont in conjunction with the establishment of indigenous emergent aquatic vegetation to replace it. Revegetate the lake edges to create a 10 metre buffer of fringing wetland vegetation. Revegetation of the lake fringes and the surrounding areas with wetland and dryland species that are consistent with the natural flora of the area. Revegetation of the northwest woodland with appropriate dryland species. Shading out Bulrush, reducing the lake temperature over the summer and reducing the midge problem by planting species of Melaleuca on the edge or in the shallows along the eastern edge of the lake. Investigate the potential for a band of emergent aquatic vegetation along the margins of the old refuse disposal site face to intercept any contaminants that may be leaching from the site. Council should conduct the Perth Biodiversity Project Natural Area Initial Assessment to identify if the remnant Tuart woodland on and adjacent to the Drive-in site is a Locally Significant Natural Area in accord with the Local Government Biodiversity Planning Guidelines. Council should introduce a Landscape Protection Zone into the Town Planning Scheme to encourage the conservation of urban bushland on private land within a redeveloped Drive-in site. That Scotch College be requested to implement a revegetation program in its lands abutting the lake with advice from the Town of Claremont. 2015 Management Reference 2014 Status Complete. Range of native wetland species established. Revegetation activities very successful. Ongoing. Revegetation of area to the east of the lake to be carried out Complete. Revegetation activities very successful. Complete. Significant stands of Bulrush have been progressively removed and replaced with native wetland species. Midges have not been an issue at the lake for a number of years. No further action required Annual planting program is improving the buffer areas. Appendix 2 Ongoing maintenance No further action required No further action required Complete. Revegetation carried out along eastern boundary of the lake. Complete. Lake Claremont meets a number of criteria to be considered a locally significant natural area, and is shown as such on Figure 4 of the Perth Biodiversity Local Government Biodiversity Planning Guidelines. The Tuart Woodland can also be considered to be a locally significant natural area as it is the only woodland of that type within the Town of Claremont. Not applicable. Land was cleared for the development, with 30% of site retained for public open space and bushland. Incomplete. Revegetation program commenced, but more to do; removal of garden waste to the north of their site will also need to be undertaken. No further action required No further action required Appendix 2: Section 1.5.3 Fire 31 That the Town of Claremont rationalise the existing firebreaks and ensure that the firebreaks provided are adequate. Assessed by Department of Fire and Emergency Services, and emergency response plan prepared. Monitor Environmental Education 32 (i) (ii) (iii) That appropriate aesthetically designed signs be erected in the reserve including: "Nature Conservation" Signs at each entry to the reserve advising of the physical and biological properties of the reserve. Interpretive signage throughout the reserve to enhance visitor experience and appreciation of the historical, environmental, indigenous, cultural and social significance of the area. Rehabilitation signs maintained where revegetation of the indigenous vegetation is being undertaken. Draft – September 2016 Incomplete. Request for funding was not supported at the time, however budget has now been allocated for signage. Incomplete. Request for funding was not supported at the time, however budget has now been allocated for signage. Revegetation is well established and very successful; current need for signage in these areas is limited. Section 2.5 of this plan. Section 2.5 of this plan. Ongoing maintenance Page 45 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 2010 Recommendation (iv) 33 (i) (ii) Signs detailing the restriction on the use of off road vehicles and allowing dogs on the reserve without a lead. That community awareness of the environmental issues relating to Lake Claremont is increased by use of resources such as: Information to be compiled / prepared to inform the general public on the importance of Lake Claremont (including flora and fauna, biodiversity), local issues that have an adverse affect on the lake. Environmental awareness raising workshops (e.g. Living Smart, Great Gardens, Phosphorus Action Group). 2015 Management Reference 2014 Status Complete. A number of signs located throughout the site. Ongoing. Information available on Friends of Lake Claremont sign at the Lake, as well as on the Friends of Lake Claremont and Town websites. Ongoing maintenance Management Plan and Appendices Ongoing. Information is provided in the Town of Claremont newsletter, ‘Town Talk’, along with the Friends of Lake Claremont and Town websites. Ongoing. The Town of Claremont is a member of the ICLEI/Department of Water/Water Corporation Waterwise Council program. Section 3.0 of this plan. Appendix 1: Sections 2.7 and 2.8 (iii) Support the Water Corporation Waterwise Campaign. (iv) Support the Waterwise Schools Program. As above As above (v) That local schools are involved in Lake Claremont onground activities. Ongoing. Students from Scotch College and Christ Church Grammar School have been involved with the Year 10 Community Service Program at the lake since 2009. Local schools have also been involved with annual winter planting programs. Section 3.2 of this plan. (vi) 34 35 36 Investigate opportunities to use the Lake Claremont Golf Course building for static awareness raising activities. That the Friends of Lake Claremont should be maintained with ongoing support from the Town of Claremont. Links are developed between the Friends of Lake Claremont and other Friends Groups. Raise general community awareness of the activities undertaken by the Town of Claremont and the Friends of Lake Claremont to improve the lake and its surrounds. That as part of the environmental education programme, the Town of Claremont consider a change of name of the area to include an appropriate aboriginal name. Incomplete. The Friends of Lake Claremont is now a financially independent not for profit organisation. Ongoing. Details of activities included on the Friends of Lake Claremont website and the Town of Claremont website (Lake Claremont page). Incomplete. Sections 2.2 and 3.3 of this plan. Section 3.2 of this plan. Section 3.0 of this plan. Internal decision by Town of Claremont, not referred to in the management plan Implementation 37 38 (i) That the Town of Claremont be the responsible authority for the implementation of this policy. A Lake Claremont Committee, appointed by the Council, monitor and oversee the implementation of the policy. The Committee consists of two Claremont Town Councillors, one Nedlands City Councillor, the Mayor, one Scotch College Representative and six community members who have an interest in the well being of the lake. The Committee meet bimonthly and report to Council. The Committee should present an annual report to the Council detailing progress of the policy. Duties of the Lake Claremont Committee shall be to provide advice to Council on matters relating to: The care and maintenance of Lake Claremont and its immediate surrounds Section 3.1 of this plan. Ongoing. Committee still in operation. Ongoing Section 3.1 of this plan. Ongoing Section 3.1 of this plan and appendices. (ii) The rehabilitation of Lake Claremont and its environs Ongoing Section 3.1 of this plan and appendices (iii) Plans for amenities proposed to Lake Claremont and its immediate environs Ongoing Sections 4.0 and 5.0 of this plan. (iv) Proposals for the Lake from the Friends Group Ongoing Section 3.2 of this plan. Draft – September 2016 Page 46 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 7.0 Geographical Information and Mapping Figure 7.1: Site location of Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Page 47 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Shoreline Figure 7.2: Land ownership at Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Page 48 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Figure 7.3: Statutorily designated values of the Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Page 49 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Figure 7.4: Lake Claremont Parklands: Concept Plan Draft – September 2016 Page 50 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Shoreline Figure 7.5: MRS Zoning for Lake Claremont and surrounds. Draft – September 2016 Page 51 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Par 3 Golf Course Figure 7.6: Amenities and infrastructure at Lake Claremont as at November 2014. Draft – September 2016 Page 52 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Figure 7.7: Access at Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Page 53 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Figure 7.8: Signage locations for Lake Claremont (Map 1) Draft – September 2016 Page 54 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Figure 7.9: Signage locations for Lake Claremont (Map 2) Draft – September 2016 Page 55 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Figure 7.10: Assessment of Lake Views undertaken September 2014 Draft – September 2016 Page 56 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 8.0 References Bolton, Geoffrey and Jenny Gregory. 1999. Claremont: A History. UWA Press: Nedlands. Department of Aboriginal Affairs. 2014. Aboriginal Heritage Inquiry System – Lake Claremont. http://maps.dia.wa.gov.au/AHIS2/. Department of Sport and Recreation. (2012). Classification framework for public open space. Department of Sport and Recreation, Perth, Western Australia. Dortch, J. 2005. Reconstructing Aboriginal impacts in Australian forests. In M. Calver (ed.) Proceedings of the 6th National Conference of the Australian Forest History Society, pp. 527-541. Millpress: Rotterdam. Ecoscape. 200). Revegetation Plan – Lake Claremont. Unpublished Report Prepared for the Town of Claremont. Environmental Protection Authority. 2015. Environmental Protection Swan Coastal Plain Lakes Policy 1992. http://www.epa.wa.gov.au/Policies_guidelines/envprotecpol/Pages/1090_EnvironmentalProt ectionSwanCoastalPlainLakes.aspx Environmental Protection (Environmentally Sensitive Areas) Notice 2005, retrieved November 2014 from http://www.slp.wa.gov.au/gazette/gg.nsf/SearchAll/8A0F8270999FE2C948256FDD0023A0DE? openDocument. Fisher Research. (2010). Report on Preliminary Consultations with Noongar Elders regarding the Lake Claremont Park Draft Concept Plan, and the Proposed Installation of a Water Feature at the Town of Claremont Council Chambers, Stirling Highway, Claremont WA. Unpublished Report prepared for the Town of Claremont. Friends of Lake Claremont. (2014a). History of Friends of Lake Claremont. http://friendsoflakeclaremont.org/?page_id=177. Friends of Lake Claremont. (2014b). Year 10 Community Service Program. http://friendsoflakeclaremont.org/?page_id=204. Government of Western Australia. (2000). Bush Forever – Volume 2. Government of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia. Haynes, B., Lantzke, I., and Lantzke, P. (1998). Lake Claremont Policy (Revised 1998). Unpublished Report prepared for the Town of Claremont. North Metro Conservation Group. (2007). Lake Claremont Management Plan 2007. Unpublished Report prepared for the Town of Claremont. Retrieved October 2014 from http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Community/LakeClaremont.aspx. Simpson, Greg. 2013. Review of Lake Claremont Water Quality 20042103. www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Libraries/ContentDocs/Surface_Water_Quality_Report_2013_Fina l.sflb.ashx. Simpson, Greg. 2014a. Review of Lake Claremont Water Quality 2014. http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Libraries/ContentDocs/2014_Water_Quality_Report.sflb.as hx Draft – September 2016 Page 57 of 60 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021 Simpson, Greg. 2014b. Balancing Natural Area Plantings and Water Views at Lake Claremont. Unpublished Report prepared for the Town of Claremont. State Law Publisher. 2005. Western Australian Government Gazette, No 55, 8 April 2005. The Naturalist News. July 1973. From the President. Town of Claremont. 2010). 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Community/LakeClaremont.aspx. Town of Claremont. 2010). Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan. http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Community/LakeClaremont.aspx. Town of Claremont. 2010). Town Planning Scheme No. 3. http://www.planning.wa.gov.au/3194.asp. Town of Claremont Dog Local Law 2012. http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Council/LocalLaws.aspx. Town of Claremont. 2013a. Claremont Ahead 2023: Strategic Community Plan. Town of Claremont, Perth, Western Australia. Town of Claremont. 2013b. Corporate Business Plan 20132017. http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Libraries/ContentDocs/Corporate_Business_Plan_20132017_FINAL.sflb.ashx Town of Claremont Sustainability information. (2015) Sustainability. http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Community/Sustainability.aspx. Urban Bushland Council of WA Inc. (2014). Friends of Lake Claremont. http://www.bushlandperth.org.au/member-groups/north-of-the-river/48-friends-oflake-claremont. Voyage to Terra Australis 1998. Phillip Playford http://catalogue.nla.gov.au/Record/707138 Western Australian Planning Commission. 2011. Bush Forever. http://www.planning.wa.gov.au/publications/5911.asp Western Australian Planning Commission. 2013. Capital City Planning Framework: A vision for Central Perth. Perth: Western Australian Planning Commission Zelinova, Renata, and Teik Oh. 2013. Capital City Planning Framework: Support document. Central Perth regional parklands concept. Vegetation connectivity analysis. Perth: Western Australian Planning Commission Draft – September 2016 Page 58 of 60 INFRASTRUCTURE LAKE CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2016-21 PUBLIC CONSULTATION LCMP APPENDIX 1 2016 DRAFT 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 2 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016 - 21 BIOPHYSICAL WETLAND VALUES - APPENDIX 1 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Development Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), wrote the first four drafts of this management plan with guidance and assistance from officers of the Town. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee, Friends of Lake Claremont and the Claremont Council revised those drafts. Officers of the Town of Claremont completed subsequent drafts of this management plan and appendices. Disclaimer Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), has prepared Drafts 1 to 4 of this plan for the sole use of the Client to assist with assessing the suitability of our proposed solution/s and engaging our services. This document may not be relied upon by any other party without the express written agreement of Natural Area. Confidentiality This document contains valuable and commercially sensitive information. This document is intended for the recipient’s sole use and the information contained herein is not to be used for any purpose other than that intended. Improper use of the information in this document may result in an action for damages arising from the misuse. Document Control Version Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Ver. 1 23 October 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 1a 10 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 2 24 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 3 27 January 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 4 24 February 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers No review - Tabled Deferred pending with TOC Executive Recreation Working Management Group Party review Not progressed as Recreation Working Party review was not finalised Ver. 5 April 2015 Greg Simpson Ver. 6 December 2016 Greg Simpson Ver. 7 February 2016 Greg Simpson Andrew Head Stephen Goode Ver. 8 September 2016 Andrew Head Saba Kirupananther Stephen Goode Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page i Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Contents 1.0 Biophysical Environment .......................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Location ................................................................................................................................................ 1 1.2 Regional Context .................................................................................................................................. 1 1.3 Linkages ................................................................................................................................................ 1 1.4 Climate.................................................................................................................................................. 1 1.5 Geology ................................................................................................................................................. 2 1.6 Topography........................................................................................................................................... 2 1.7 Soils ....................................................................................................................................................... 2 1.7.1 Erosion .......................................................................................................................................... 3 1.7.2 Acid Sulphate Soils........................................................................................................................ 3 1.8 2.0 Vegetation Associations ....................................................................................................................... 3 Lake Claremont Wetland Values .............................................................................................................. 3 2.1 Groundwater Aquifer ........................................................................................................................... 3 2.2 Water Body ........................................................................................................................................... 4 2.3 Water Quality ....................................................................................................................................... 4 2.3.1 Ammonia ...................................................................................................................................... 4 2.3.2 Alkalinity ....................................................................................................................................... 5 2.3.3 Orthophosphate ........................................................................................................................... 5 2.3.4 Sediment Sampling ....................................................................................................................... 5 2.3.5 Electrical Conductivity (EC) ........................................................................................................... 5 2.4 Aquatic Vegetation ............................................................................................................................... 6 2.4.1 Charophyte Flora .......................................................................................................................... 6 2.5 Algae ..................................................................................................................................................... 7 2.6 Stormwater ........................................................................................................................................... 7 2.7 Botulism ................................................................................................................................................ 8 2.8 Waterwise Council Program ................................................................................................................. 8 2.9 WESROC Total Water Cycle Management Program ............................................................................. 8 2.10 Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plans ......................................................................................... 8 2.11 Regional Nutrient Surveys .................................................................................................................... 9 3.0 Geographical Information and Mapping ................................................................................................ 10 4.0 References .............................................................................................................................................. 14 Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page ii Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 1.0 Biophysical Environment 1.1 Location Lake Claremont is approximately 10 km southwest of the Perth Central Business District. The Lake Claremont site (Figure 1), including Cresswell Oval and Mackenzie Bushland, are defined by Alfred Road to the north, Davies Road to the east, private property and Shenton Road to the south and Strickland Street, Lakeway Estate and Narla Road to the west. 1.2 Regional Context Perth is located within the Swan Coastal Plain region of the Interim Biogeographical Regionalisation of Australia (IBRA). The Swan Coastal Plain comprises of two major divisions, namely Swan Coastal Plain 1 – Dandaragan Plateau and Swan Coastal Plain 2 – Perth Coastal Plain. The site is located in the Perth subregion, which is broadly characterised as including areas of Jarrah and Banksia woodlands on sandy soils in a series of sand dunes, along with wetland areas, often within the interdunal swales (Mitchell, Williams and Desmond, 2002). According to Mitchell, Williams and Desmond (2002) the Perth metropolitan area comprises approximately 20% of the Swan Coastal Plain Subregion and was the subject of a comprehensive assessment to determine reservation status and protection requirements as part of Bush Forever. This assessment identified regionally significant bushland areas, with Lake Claremont site recognised as Bush Forever site 220. 1.3 Linkages The Lake Claremont site act as an ecological link between bushland areas to the east, including Kings Park and Shenton Park Bushland. The main western linkage is the coastal foreshore reserve. (WALGA, 2004). There is also a linkage north to Bold Park and south to the Swan River foreshore. Lake Claremont and its surrounds are Target Area 2 in the Capital City Planning Framework – Support Document with the objective of improving habitat values and connectivity to the Swan River and Bold Park (Perth Biodiversity Project, 2013). The importance of Lake Claremont as an ecological link to other sites is reported in the Western Suburbs Greening Plan (Ecoscape, 2002). Lake Claremont meets essential criteria for consideration as a Locally Significant Natural Area (WALGA 2004) and Environmentally Sensitive Area. 1.4 Climate The climate experienced in the area is Mediterranean, with dry, hot summers and cooler, wetter winters. The Bureau of Meteorology (2014) describes the climate at Swanbourne (Station 009215) as: The majority of the average annual rainfall of 729.1 mm falls between May and August. Average daily maximum temperature ranges from 18.4 oC in July to 30.7 oC in February, with the highest recorded maximum being 44.3 oC. Average daily minimum temperatures range from 9.6 oC in July to 18.7 oC in February, with the lowest recorded minimum being 2.4 oC. Wind directions are predominately morning easterlies and afternoon southwesterly sea breezes, especially in the summer months. The average wind speed at 9 am is 19.2 km/h (10.4 knots) and at 3 pm the average wind speed is 23.0 km/h (12.4 knots) with gusts of more than 100 km/h (54.0 knots) occurring in storms event. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 1 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 1.5 Geology Lake Claremont occurs on the boundary of the Quindalup and Spearwood Dune Systems. The Quindalup Dunes are calcareous sands associated with beach ridges and parabolic dunes (Churchward and McArthur, 1980). The Spearwood Dune System consists of a limestone core overlain by yellow sand. Wind erosion has produced two different landscapes, with the shallow yellow brown sands and exposed limestone of the Cottesloe unit along the west and the deep yellow brown sands of the Karrakatta unit to the east (Churchward and McArthur, 1980). 1.6 Topography Lake Claremont sits in the swale of a Quindalup Dune along its western side and lower Spearwood dunes to the east. The older and more weathered Spearwood Dune System to the east and south of the lake is largely flat at an elevation of 4-6 m Australian Height Datum (AHD – Above sea level). To the northwest of the lake, the land rises quickly from 4 m to 14 m AHD (Department of Environment, 2004). 1.7 Soils Soils typically have a close association with vegetation present at a site. Natural resource information provided by the Department of Agriculture WA (2014) indicates there are five soil types in and around Lake Claremont (Figure 2 and Table 1). Variations in the soil types present are associated with previous disturbance activities including use as a landfill and construction of the golf course. Table 1: Lake Claremont Soil Types Label Name Description 211Qu_S2 Quindalup S2 Phase 211Sp_Cps Spearwood Cps Phase 211Sp_LS1 Spearwood soils, LS1 Phase 211Sp_S7 Spearwood soils, S7 Phase 211SpW_Lake Spearwood wet, Lake Phase Safety Bay Sands. Calcareous sand, white, fine to medium grained, sub-rounded quartz and shell debris, of eolian origin Holocene damp deposits. Peaty, clay – dark grey and black, soft, variable organic content, some quartz sand in places, of lacustrine origin Tamala Limestone, light yellowish brown, fine to coarse-grained, sub-angular to well rounded, quartz, trace of feldspar, shell debris, variably lithified, surface kankar, of eolian origin, some minor heavy minerals Sands derived from Tamala Limestone. Sand, pale and olive yellow, medium to coarse-grained, sub-angular to sub-rounded quartz, trace of feldspar, moderately sorted, of residual origin Lake, open water (Sources: Department of Agriculture, 2014; Government of Western Australia, 2000) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 2 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 1.7.1 Erosion The steeper areas of the lake banks and portions of the slope below the Lakeway Estate on the western side of the water body are areas where the steeper slopes have the greatest potential for erosion. There is also the potential for erosion during storm events in steeper areas, such as the path leading from the Lakeway Estate to the lake. Revegetated and/or fenced areas have been effective in stabilising slopes. However, where there are gaps in the fence people and dogs can gain access and contribute to erosion. Simpson (2014) advised Natural Area that erosion has occurred: When open gates within the northern vegetated areas permitted uncontrolled access, which created goat tracks that acted as channels for stormwater runoff. As the historical removal of large shrubs destabilised soil on steeper areas of the site. The installation of rock revetments, brushing with logs and replanting are the most common methods of erosion control applied within the Lake Claremont. Installing jute matting and/or choir logs are not favoured due to a range of safety issues. 1.7.2 Acid Sulphate Soils Potential acid sulphate soils are present at Lake Claremont. These soils are presently stable and not resulting in contamination, as evidenced by pH readings from the water body of 7 to 8.5 (Simpson, 2013). Figure 3 shows the indicative extent of acid sulphate soils within the Lake Claremont site. 1.8 Vegetation Associations Lake Claremont is located within the Karrakatta Complex – Central and South vegetation complex, which consists of open forest of Tuart-Jarrah-Marri (Heddle, Lonergan and Havel, 1980). Other species typical of this complex include Banksia attenuata, Banksia menziesii, Banksia grandis, Jacksonia sternbergiana, Jacksonia furcellata, Acacia cyclops, Acacia saligna, Hibbertia spp, and Calothamnus quadrifidus. According to the Environmental Planning Tool (WALGA, 2014), a 2.4 hectare remnant of this vegetation type is located in the western portion of the Lake Claremont site. Between 10% and 30% of this vegetation type remains within the IBRA subregion. 2.0 Lake Claremont Wetland Values Wetland management considers the presence of the water body itself, the source of the water, its quality and its influences on flora and fauna. Lake Claremont is an ephemeral Conservation Category Wetland (Number 8199) that has surface water in the wetter winter months and dries out in summer. 2.1 Groundwater Aquifer Lake Claremont is located on the southwestern edge of the Gnangara groundwater mound, the shallow unconfined superficial aquifer that underlies much of the northern suburbs within the Perth Metropolitan area (Department of Water 2014). Depth to groundwater around Lake Claremont varies according to the season. Levels rise in winter when infiltration from rainfall exceeds horizontal flow through the Gnangara system. As discussed below, groundwater flow in the proximity of Lake Claremont is from the northnortheast, fanning out through and under the lake, before heading south where the groundwater enters the Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 3 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Swan River through surface springs and seepage directly into the river. Rümmleret al. (2005) report the fresh superficial aquifer sits as a freshwater lens over saline groundwater with an interface area ranging from 5 m to 15 m thick. 2.2 Water Body The waterbody of Lake Claremont is a surface expression of groundwater, drying out in summer and filling in the cooler wetter winter months when the groundwater level rises, the waterbody works as a stormwater retention basin. As with almost all lakes on the Swan Coastal Plain, Lake Claremont is a ‘flow-through lake’ meaning that the groundwater flows from the up-gradient capture zone to the down-gradient release zone (Townley et al. 1993). The capture zone for the present day Lake Claremont is northeast corner of the lake and the release zone is southern end of the lake, from where it ultimately flows towards the Swan River. When surface water is present in winter, the depth within the lake ranges from centimetres in the northern portion to 0.5 m and deeper in the southern end. Seasonal and topographical variation in water depth provides a variety of habitats suited to water birds with differing feeding habits, including those that forage in shallow water (e.g. Avocets and Banded Stilts) and those that dive to the bottom of a lake for food (e.g. Australian and Hoary-headed Grebe). 2.3 Water Quality The TOC reviewed a decade of water quality monitoring data in 2013 and the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee endorsed the report for the period 2004-2013 (Simpson 2013). Key parameters included in the water monitoring program are electrical conductivity (as a surrogate for salinity), pH, turbidity, nutrients (total nitrogen, oxides of nitrogen, ammonia/ammonium, phosphorous and orthophosphate) and algal bloom indicators (chlorophyll-α and phaeophytin -α). As improvements have occurred to the broader environment at Lake Claremont, water quality has also improved, as shown by reducing trends for orthophosphate, ammonia and chlorophyll-α. 2.3.1 Ammonia Given the direction of groundwater flow, there is the potential for contamination from waste materials, dissolved contaminants and breakdown products such as ammonia from the old Brockway Road landfill site to the north, to be transported to Lake Claremont. The Brockway Road landfill site was decommissioned in 1991. The decomposition processes associated with the breakdown of household wastes will be in their final stages, with only small amounts of landfill gas and other breakdown products generated. Landfill Gas and Power (2014) indicated that gas extraction from the landfill at the Brockway site ceased in 2004 due to the limited amount of gases available. Since 2004 the ammonia/ammonium levels of the main waterbody at Lake Claremont have (at worst) remained stable between approximately 90-100 µg/L (Simpson 2013). While this level is approximately twice the 40 µg/L trigger vale of the ANZECC 2000 water quality guidelines, it comparable to other coastal urban wetlands of Perth and is below levels of 300-700 µg/L found in the groundwater linked Swan River Estuary (Thompson et al. 2001; Searle et al. 2011). Higher levels of ammonia can on occasion occur after flushing from rainfall events and other natural processes. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 4 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 2.3.2 Alkalinity The alkaline pH at Lake Claremont ranges from 7 – 8.5 (Simpson 2013), which is considered normal for Swan Coastal Plain wetlands associated with alkaline soils in the presence of Tamala limestone (Davis et al. 1993). Acidic pH valued below 6.5 or alkalinity greater than 9 are an indication of water quality issues. High alkalinities are often associated with algal blooms. The alkaline pH readings for the lake indicate that the mobilisation of heavy metals from materials buried fill portions of Lake Claremont in the 1950s and 1960s is not likely, as that process requires acidic conditions. Alkaline levels also indicate that actual or potential acid sulphate soils present within the site are stable and not causing contamination, as they would produce acidic conditions if mobilised. 2.3.3 Orthophosphate Orthophosphate is the inorganic form of phosphorous that is available for uptake by plants and contributes to their growth. Monitoring of orthophosphate levels within Lake Claremont indicate that while they are higher than preferred for a water body on the Swan Coastal Plain, they are declining over time (Simpson 2014). When looked at in conjunction with the decline in chlorophyll-α readings over the same period, this indicates the lake is returning from being a eutrophic (nutrient enriched) system to a healthier low nutrient system. This improvement in is also reflected in the abundance and diversity of aquatic flora and fauna found at the site (Appendix 3). 2.3.4 Sediment Sampling Sediment sampling for metals, pesticides and hydrocarbons carried out by TOC in 2007 indicated slightly elevated levels of arsenic, lead and zinc. The source of these contaminates is likely to be associated with stormwater runoff, with a less likely explanation being leaching from nearby landfills. Cadmium, chromium, copper, mercury and nickel were below the relevant low-level trigger values. Alkaline soils and environmental water (pH approximately 8.5) makes it unlikely that heavy metals would be mobilised and are unlikely to be negatively impacting the aquatic flora and fauna within the lake. Similarly, indicators of Organochlorine (OC) Pesticides and Poly Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) s were below the detection limits of the analytical techniques. Occasional sampling will provide a review mechanism to confirm the current situation with contaminant levels. 2.3.5 Electrical Conductivity (EC) There has been no change in the conductivity of the surface waters of the lake since water quality monitoring commenced in 2004 (Simpson 2013; Simpson 2014). However, Lake Claremont is a surface expression of the superficial aquifer and changes in the groundwater have the potential to change salinity levels in the lake. The proximity saline marine and estuarine waters to the Claremont peninsular combined with history of over extraction from domestic, production and public open space bores under conditions of declining rainfall is southwest Western Australia has increased saltwater intrusion into the superficial aquifer. The Perth Urban Water Balance Study: Volume 1 (Cargeeg et al. 1987) documents this saltwater intrusion under the Claremont peninsular. For this reason, the Western Australian Department of Water (2011) and Water Corporation Water (DoW 2013) declare the peninsular as being unsuitable for garden bores. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 5 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 2.4 Aquatic Vegetation Lake Claremont includes a range of aquatic and emergent vegetation. Removal of large areas of Typha orientalis (Bulrush) from within the lakebed has occurred and replaced with a range of native sedges and rushes including Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Ficinia nodosa and Schoenoplectus validus (Figure 4). Benefits of the Typha removal include a reduced fire risk during summer months along with a greater diversity of water flora species. The replacement vegetation provides habitat and refuge for nesting aquatic bird species (Figure 5). Species that tolerate wet but not permanently inundated conditions occur around the edge of the water body, and include Melaleuca rhaphiophylla (Swamp Paperbark) and Eucalyptus rudis (Flooded Gum). The tree stumps are present in the lake are the remains of Swamp Paperbarks killed by permanent inundation when water levels rose and the lake became a permanent water body in the first part of last century. While these stumps are breaking down naturally, they currently provide safe roosting locations for the birdlife of the lake. 1996 2014 Figure 4: Removal of Typha orientalis at Lake Claremont Figure 5: Aquatic vegetation used in nesting material 2.4.1 Charophyte Flora Charophytes are a group of multi-cellular green algae found in temporary and permanent water bodies. Ranging in height from 1-200 mm, they appear similar in structure to land plants with a ‘trunk’ from which multiple branches develop. The charophytes are a pioneer species that colonise inundated areas, provide stability to sediments in the lakebed, contribute to improved water quality and provide an important food source for wetland fauna. This plant group is an indicator of good water quality, preferring low nutrient levels and moderate alkalinity (Trend n.d.). Species of Charophyte recorded at Lake Claremont in 2010, are Lamptothamnia macropogon, Protochara inflata, and Chara globularis var. globularis (Trend n.d.). Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 6 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 2.5 Algae A NatureMap report compiled by Natural Area indicates the potential for 14 species of algae. Many of these are marine species common in the nearby Swan River. Marine species may establish in Lake Claremont for a short time under specific conditions as the waterbody dries. However, algal species are ubiquitous and the possibility of their occurrence in Lake Claremont from propagules transported by water birds cannot be ruled out. Algal blooms of Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) and unknown species of string/rope algae have occurred in Lake Claremont under nutrient rich conditions. With improvements to water quality, revegetation and declines in the levels of orthophosphate at the site, algal blooms are less frequent and less severe than previously recorded (Head 2014 pers comm). 2.6 Stormwater Stormwater runoff can negatively impact wetlands through the transport of contaminants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons and propagules of weedy plants. Historically six drains carried stormwater from surrounding areas directly into the lake, including from an agricultural style drain along the eastern side of the Scotch College playing fields. Improvements at Lake Claremont have seen the creation of nutrient stripping basins and ponds that allow the inflow of stormwater into areas where reeds and aquatic plants act to remove nutrients and other materials from the water before it enters the main wetland area (Figure 6). These nutrient stripping basins also act to treat stormwater flowing into the Lake Claremont catchment from Claremont and Nedlands. Lake Claremont nutrient stripping basin Scotch College nutrient stripping basin Figure 6: Vegetated nutrient stripping basins The Henshaw drain infiltration swale recommended under the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan is yet to be constructed. This swale should be constructed as a priority during summer/warmer months when the lake is dry to minimise short and long-term impacts to the water body. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 7 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 2.7 Botulism Botulism has previously occurred at Lake Claremont, with the last known recording more than ten years ago (Haynes et al. 1998). Improvements to water quality, particularly reduced levels of orthophosphate and the regeneration of native sedges and rushes in the Lake is likely to have contributed to the reduced incidence of botulism. 2.8 Waterwise Council Program The Town of Claremont is a member of the Waterwise Council Program run by the Department of Water and the Water Corporation with the support of the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI). The aim of the waterwise program is to encourage and assist local government improve water efficiency measures. TOC’s Local Action Plan (Head 2008) identified strategies to assess water usage and suggest areas where efficiencies were possible. Strategies implemented included auditing water use in all council buildings, review management of scheme and groundwater and reporting to the community. Additional strategies include the use of ‘Waterwise’ plants, with a focus on local natives and the removal of irrigation from some bushland areas. Water practices and revegetation activities within Lake Claremont are consistent with the Town’s commitment to being Waterwise, as well as Lake Claremont’s classification as a Conservation Category Wetland. 2.9 WESROC Total Water Cycle Management Program JDA Consultant Hydrologists (2002) carried out investigations with the Western Suburbs Regional Organisation of Councils (WESROC) to review stormwater management practices and identify common approaches on a catchment (regional) scale. Within the Town of Claremont, stormwater is managed through infiltration at the source, rather than being piped to locations such as Lake Claremont. With additional measures including street sweeping, the installation of nutrient stripping basins and ongoing management of the lake, nutrient levels associated with stormwater inflows and other contributing sources have declined. Similar measures have been adopted in other WESROC member councils, with improvements within the region noted in relation to stormwater quality and management (Western Suburbs Regional Organisation of Councils 2010). 2.10 Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plans Scotch College have installed a naturally vegetated nutrient-stripping swale to remove nutrients and other materials prior to it entering Lake Claremont. Scotch College has prepared and implemented a Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plan (NIMP) with the aim of minimising impacts from the campus, in particular the playing fields. The 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan (North Metro Conservation Group, 2007) recommended annual auditing of the NIMP by the Town, which has not occurred. A possible alternative is the provision of an annual report that Scotch College provides to the Town of Claremont for tabling with the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. The Town of Claremont has not developed the nutrient and irrigation plans recommended in the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan. Turf in the east and northeast portion of the site and at Stirling Road Park are managed as an almost closed systems to minimise the introduction of additional and/or unnecessary nutrients and trace elements to the lake environment. These areas are a mown without using a catcher, which allows grass clippings to decompose naturally in situ and return existing carbon and nutrients to the soil to maintain the turf into the future. Annual analysis of nutrient and trace elements in leaf tissue and soil Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 8 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values samples from this turf facilitates the targeted application of the minimum amount of the most appropriate fertiliser required to maintain healthy growth. Excessive growth of turf is discouraged in these areas by the controlled application of fertiliser and water. An irrigation schedule compliant with the ICLEI and Waterwise Council Programs has been prepared and implemented for the Lake Claremont site. Townley et al. (1993) report that the contaminant capture zone of lakes on the Swan Coastal Plain is an area approximately double the width of the wetland. As a result, watering and nutrient application practices at the Lake Claremont Golf Course, Claremont Lawn Tennis Club, Claremont Aquatic Centre, Mt Claremont Oval and Cresswell Oval also have the potential to impact the lake. It is recommended that: • Fertilising and irrigation of turf areas at the Lake Claremont Golf Course and Claremont Aquatic Centre occur under the regime applied in other TOC managed areas. • That an annual report on soil and leaf tissue nutrient levels, on fertiliser applications and on turf and garden irrigation consumption/rates for the aquatic centre, golf course and TOC managed turf areas around the lake be provided to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. • For areas of the site leased to a third party (e.g. Claremont-Nedlands Cricket Club and Claremont Lawn Tennis Club) the lease conditions should include the preparation and implementation of a NIMP to ensure management of the site remains consistent with that undertaken by the Town of Claremont. • An annual report provided by the lessee as means of demonstrating compliance with the lease condition and such reports are tabled with the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. 2.11 Regional Nutrient Surveys The Town of Claremont participates in the nutrient surveys carried out by the South East Regional Centre for Urban Landcare (SERCUL) in association with the Swan River Trust. The survey investigate a range of management practices carried out in within local government boundaries, including those relating to the type of turf used in grassed areas, the application of fertiliser, along with soil, moisture and leaf tissue testing to determine the most appropriate type and application rate of fertiliser for a given situation. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 9 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 3.0 Geographical Information and Mapping Figure 1: Site location, Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 10 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Figure 2: Soil types, Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 11 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Figure 3: Acid sulphate soil potential within the Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 12 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Figure 4: Drainage catchment area for Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 13 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values 4.0 References Bureau of Meteorology. (2014). Climate Data Online. http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/data/ [Retrieved November 2014]. Cargeeg, G.C., Boughton, G.N., Townley, L.R., Smith, G.R, Appleyard, S.J., and Smith, R.A. (1987), The Perth Urban Water Balance Study, Volume 1 - Findings, Water Authority of Western Australia Report and UWA Environmental Dynamics Reference Churchward, C. and McArthur, W. (1980). Landforms and Soils of the Darling System Western Australia. In Department of Environment, Atlas of Natural Resources - Darling System, Western Australia (pp. 25 - 33). Department of Conservation and Environment, Western Australia. Davis, J., Rosich, R.S., Bradley, J.S., Growns, J.E., Schimdt, L.G., and Cheal, F. 1993. Wetlands of the Swan Coastl Plain Volume 6: Wetland Classification pn teh Basis of Water Quality and Invertabrate Community Data. Water Authority of Western Australia: Perth. Department of Agriculture. (2014). SLIP NRM Portal. Retrieved October 2014 from http://maps.agric.wa.gov.au/nrminfo/. Department of Environment. (2004). Perth Groundwater Atlas, Second Edition. Department of Environment. Perth, Western Australia. Also available via the following link: http://www.water.wa.gov.au/Tools/Maps+and+atlases/Perth+groundwater+atlas/default.aspx#1. Ecoscape. (2002). Western Suburbs Greening Plan – Western Suburbs Regional Organisation of Councils. Retrieved January 2015 from http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Libraries/ContentDocs/Greening_Plan_Report_WESROC_1.sflb.ashx. Government of Western Australia. (2000). Bush Forever – Volume 2. Government of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia. Haynes, B., Lantzke, I., and Lantzke, P. (1998). Lake Claremont Policy (Revised 1998). Unpublished Report prepared for the Town of Claremont. Heddle, E., Lonergan, O, and Havel, J. (1980). Vegetation Complexes of the Darling System Western Australia. In Department of Environment, Atlas of Natural Resources - Darling System, Western Australia (pp. 37 - 72). Perth: Department of Conservation and Environment, Western Australia. McArthur, W. and Bartle, G. (1980). Landforms and Soils as an Aid to Urban Planning in the Perth Metropolitan Northwest Corridor, Western Australia. Australia: Commonwealth and Scientific Research Organisation. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 14 of 15 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 1 Biophysical & Wetland Values Mitchell, D., Williams, K., and Desmond, A., (2002). Swan Coastal Plain 2 (SWA2 – Swan Coastal Plain Subregion. Retrieved October 2014 from http://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/about-us/science-andresearch/biological-surveys/117-a-biodiversity-audit-of-wa. Simpson, G. (2013), Review of Lake Claremont Water Quality 2004-2013. Town of Claremont Technical Report, Claremont. Available at: www.claremont.wa.gov.au/lakeclaremont [accessed 4 January 2016] Simpson, G. (2014), Review of Lake Claremont Water Quality 2014. Town of Claremont Technical Report, Claremont. Available at: www.claremont.wa.gov.au/lakeclaremont [accessed 4 January 2016] Searle, JA, Hammond, MJ and Bathols, G 2011, Perth Shallow Groundwater Systems Investigation: Lake Nowergup, Hydrogeological record series HG 40, Department of Water, Perth. Thomson, C.E., Rose, T. and Robb, M. 2001. Seasonal water quality patterns in the Swan River Estuary, 19941998, technical report. Swan River Trust, Western Australia. Townly, L.R., Turner, L.V., Barr, A.D., Trefry, M.G., Wright, K.D., Galitis, V., Harris, C.J., and Johnstone, C.D. (1993). Wetlands of the Swan Coastl Plain Volume 3: Ineteractions between Lakes, Wetlands and Unconfined Aquifers. Water Authority of Western Australia: Perth. WALGA. (2004). Local Government Biodiversity Planning Guidelines for the Perth Metropolitan Region Potentially Locally Significant Natural Areas. Retrieved October 2014, from http://pbp.walga.asn.au/Publications/LocalGovernmentBiodiversityPlanningGuidelines/LocalGovernme ntBiodiversityPlanningGuidelinesFigure4.aspx. WALGA. (2014). Environmental Planning Tool. Retrieved October 2014 from http://pbp.walga.asn.au/Tools/EnvironmentalPlanningTool.aspx. Department of Water. (2011). Operational policy 5.17 – Metropolitan domestic garden bores, DWPF 5.17, Department of Water: Perth. Water Corporation. (2013). Garden Bores: Information sheet – April 2013. https://www.watercorporation.com.au/-/media/files/builders-and-developers/subdividing/gardenbores-fact-sheet.pdf?la=en [verified 20 Jan 2916]. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 1: Page 15 of 15 INFRASTRUCTURE LAKE CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2016-21 PUBLIC CONSULTATION LCMP APPENDIX 2 2016 DRAFT 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 3 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016 - 21 FLORA & VEGETATION VALUES - APPENDIX 2 Development Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), wrote the first four drafts of this management plan with guidance and assistance from officers of the Town. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee, Friends of Lake Claremont and the Claremont Council revised those drafts. Officers of the Town of Claremont completed subsequent drafts of this management plan and appendices. Disclaimer Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), has prepared Drafts 1 to 4 of this plan for the sole use of the Client to assist with assessing the suitability of our proposed solution/s and engaging our services. This document may not be relied upon by any other party without the express written agreement of Natural Area. Confidentiality This document contains valuable and commercially sensitive information. This document is intended for the recipient’s sole use and the information contained herein is not to be used for any purpose other than that intended. Improper use of the information in this document may result in an action for damages arising from the misuse. Document Control Version Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Draft 1 23 October 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Draft 1a 10 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Draft 2 24 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Draft 3 27 January 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Draft 4 24 February 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Draft 5 April 2015 Greg Simpson Draft 6 December 2016 Greg Simpson Draft 7 February 2016 Greg Simpson No review - Tabled Deferred pending with TOC Executive Recreation Working Management Group Party review Not progressed as Recreation Working Party review was not finalised Andrew Head Stephen Goode Draft 8 September 2016 Greg Simpson Andrew Head Draft – September 2016 Stephen Goode Appendix 2: Page i Contents 1.0 Flora Values .............................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Native Flora Species ............................................................................................................................. 1 1.2 Vegetation Type ................................................................................................................................... 2 1.3 Vegetation Condition............................................................................................................................ 3 1.4 Conservation Significant Flora .............................................................................................................. 4 1.5 Environmental Weeds .......................................................................................................................... 4 1.5.1 Introduced Trees (Potential Woody Weeds) ................................................................................ 6 1.5.2 Garden Wastes ............................................................................................................................. 8 1.6 Weed Management .............................................................................................................................. 9 1.6.1 Manual Weed Control .................................................................................................................. 9 1.6.2 Herbicide Application in Natural Areas ...................................................................................... 10 1.6.3 Weed Mapping ........................................................................................................................... 11 1.6.4 Weed Control Training ...................................................................................................................... 11 1.7 Revegetation and Rehabilitation ........................................................................................................ 11 1.7.1 Seed Collection and Plant Propagation ..................................................................................... 12 1.7.2 Revegetation Protocols .............................................................................................................. 12 1.8 Fungi ................................................................................................................................................... 13 1.9 Pathogen Management ...................................................................................................................... 13 1.9.1 Phytophthora Dieback ................................................................................................................ 13 1.9.2 Honey Fungus ( Armillaria luteobubalina) .................................................................................. 14 1.9.3 Marri Canker (Quambalaria sp.) ................................................................................................. 14 1.9.4 Myrtle Rust (Uredo rangelii) ....................................................................................................... 14 1.10 2.0 Fire ...................................................................................................................................................... 15 Supplementary Information ................................................................................................................... 16 2.1 Example Flora Species of Lake Claremont .......................................................................................... 16 2.2 Example Weed Species at Lake Claremont ........................................................................................ 17 2.3 Geographical Information and Maps.................................................................................................. 18 2.4 Combined Flora Species List ............................................................................................................... 21 2.5 Lake Claremont Significant Weeds ..................................................................................................... 39 2.5.1 Woody Weed Species ................................................................................................................. 39 2.5.1 Other Weed Species ................................................................................................................... 40 2.6 3.0 Example Fungi at Lake Claremont ...................................................................................................... 43 Assessment Reference Information ....................................................................................................... 44 Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page ii 3.1 Vegetation Type Assessment Methodology ....................................................................................... 44 3.2 Vegetation Condition.......................................................................................................................... 45 3.3 Conservation Code Descriptions ........................................................................................................ 46 4.0 References .............................................................................................................................................. 48 Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page iii 1.0 Flora Values The flora present at the Lake Claremont is closely associated with its geology and position within the landscape as a brackish coastal wetland at the intersection of the Spearwood and Quindalup Dune Systems on the western edge of the Swan Coastal Plain and the historical land use of the area. In turn, the vegetation present at the site influences the fauna species that utilise the Lake Claremont site (Appendix 3). 1.1 Native Flora Species Flora within remnant vegetation at Lake Claremont includes native and introduced dryland and wetland species. Revegetation of the wetland buffer and northern portion of the site has utilised local native species that are typically associated with the Karrakatta Complex – Central and South Vegetation Complex of the Swan Coastal Plain. A review of species listed by NatureMap (2014), listed in Town of Claremont (TOC) records of restoration plantings and observed by Natural Area indicates that 346 flora species could occur with the Lake Claremont site. The composition of the flora by life form is summarised in Table 1 and comprehensive species lists appear in Section 2.4. The species present are a reflection of the indigenous vegetation, disturbance events and recent revegetation activities. Note: NatureMap lists species that could occur at the site and is not necessarily a reflection of what is currently growing at the site. Observations by Natural Area reflect those species presenting at the time of their site assessment activities. Photographs of selected flora species observed during site inspection appear in Section 2.1. Table 1: Potential composition of flora of the Lake Claremont by life form. Life Form Total Number of Species Native Bryopsid (Moss) 6 6 Conifer 2 1 Cycad 1 1 Dicotyledon 236 156 Gymnosperm 1 1 Monocotyledon 98 70 Pteridophyte (Fern) 2 2 346 237 Totals Draft – September 2016 Introduced 1 80 28 109 Appendix 2: Page 1 of 50 1.2 Vegetation Type Vegetation types around the Lake Claremont include woodland and grassed areas. The woodland areas are primarily associated with remnant and revegetated nature space in the northern and western portion of the site. Major revegetation has occurred since the long nine hole golf course closed in June 2009. Five vegetation types occur within the nature space of the Lake Claremont and surrounds (Table 2), namely Agonis flexuosa Woodland, Marri – Jarrah mixed Woodland, Melaleuca rhaphiophylla Woodland, Tuart Woodland over mixed Shrubs and Banksia attenuata – Tuart Woodland. The vegetation types are summarised in Table 2 and locations of each type appear in Section 2.3. Vegetation types were determined using the methodology provided in Bush Forever: Volume 2 (Government of Western Australia 2000), which lists dominant over storey species, then middle and understorey species (Section 3.1). Bush Forever also indicates that the Agonis flexuosa Woodland is regionally significant vegetation. While assessment criteria published by Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA 2004) suggest the Tuart Woodland is not regionally significant, as the only remnant of this type within the Town of Claremont it is locally significant. Table 2a: Lake Claremont vegetation types Vegetation Type Description Agonis flexuosa Agonis flexuosa Woodland Woodland over mixed Shrubland and sparse Herbland Note: Palm in the top centre of photograph is an exotic species planted when the golf course was operating. Banksia attenuata – Tuart Woodland Draft – September 2016 Photograph Banksia attenuata Woodland over Acacia saligna mixed Shrubland and Conostylis candicans Herbland Appendix 2: Page 2 of 50 Table 2b: Lake Claremont vegetation types Marri – Jarrah mixed Marri – Jarrah Woodland Woodland over mixed Shrubland and Anigozanthos manglesii Herbland Melaleuca rhaphiophylla Woodland Melaleuca rhaphiophylla Woodland over mixed Shrubland and Juncus kraussii Sedgeland Tuart Woodland over mixed Shrubs Eucalyptus gomphocephala Woodland over mixed shrubland 1.3 Vegetation Condition Vegetation condition at Lake Claremont is a reflection of remnant vegetation, past disturbances and recent restoration/revegetation activities. Natural Area assessed the condition using the methodology attributed to Keighery in Bush Forever Volume 2 (Government of Western Australia 2000). Outcomes of this assessment are summarised in Table 3 with a graphical representation provide in Section 2.3. The vegetation is in ‘Very Good’ where revegetation has occurred in the northern portion of the site with the presence of a range of over storey, middle and understorey species. There is some weed presence, particularly around the periphery of the vegetated areas. Areas of ‘Good’ condition vegetation occur along the narrow western boundary and an area to the northeast. ‘Degraded’ areas include locations where weed species dominate the vegetation. Aquatic vegetation of the lakebed and grassed areas were not classified for vegetation type and were not assessed for condition. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 3 of 50 Table 3: Vegetation condition assessment categories, Lake Claremont Condition Rating Excellent Very Good Good Degraded Area (ha) 0.50 13.88 1.14 1.04 Percentage 3.1 83.9 6.8 6.2 1.4 Conservation Significant Flora Three conservation significant flora species appear on the NatureMap report as having the potential to occur within the Lake Claremont site. These are the Priority 2-listed fern Adiantum capillus-veneris, the Priority 4listed Dodonaea hackettiana and the Priority 4-listed Jacksonia sericea. The the Dodonaea hackettiana (Figure 1) and Jacksonia sericea populations have been enhanced by restoration plantings at the site. An explanation of conservation codes appear in Section 3.3. Figure 1: Dodonaea hackettiana 1.5 Environmental Weeds Following the arrival of Eurocentric concepts of agriculture and urbanisation in the middle of the 19th century, over 70% of the original habitat has been lost in the southwest of Western Australia and more that 85% of the Banksia woodlands of the Swan Coastal Plains cleared (Hercock 1997; Gole 2006; WADEP 2004). In addition to the loss of indigenous biodiversity, many exotic and invasive species of plants have been introduced from all around the world (Gole 2006). However, by the opening of the 21st century greater understanding of the need to maintain local biodiversity saw a shift in community perspective (Ecoscape 2002). This shift has created a number of sensitivities as to how to manage exotic/ introduced/weed species, especially in public open space that include nature space. In early development of this management plan, Natural Area reported that the Department of Parks and Wildlife (2014c) defines an environmental weed as being a plant species that establishes in an ecosystem and modifies natural processes, usually to the detriment of natural plant forms. All forms of plant life can become a weed if conditions allow, with potential adverse effects from their presence including: competition for resources including nutrients, space and water; preventing the growth of native species, including understorey species; Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 4 of 50 spreading prolific amounts of seed that readily germinate, in contrast to many native species that require mechanical processes such as the presence of smoke or abrasion before they will germinate; decreasing the availability of suitable habitat for fauna species; and increasing fire fuel loads at a given location. However, the pragmatic definition of a weed from the nationally agreed Australian Weeds Strategy is more applicable for modified mixed-use areas such as the Lake Claremont site. That strategy defines a weed to be ‘a plant that requires some form of action to reduce its harmful effects on the economy, the environment, human health and amenity’ (Australia. NRM Ministerial Council 2007). This pragmatic definition allows significantly different approaches to the management of exotic species growing at the site. Under this pragmatic definition, the Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the lake can be heritage listed as cultural icons of the recreational history of the site. The contrast is a Hill's Weeping Fig (Ficus microcarpa var. Hillii) that is growing in the northern revegetation zone is negatively impacting a local native Sheoak (Allocasuarina fraseriana) and near dead the Rottnest Island Tea Tree (Melaleuca lanceolata), this ficus could be removed to enhance the conservation values of the site. Figure 2 provides a graphic illustration these two very different scenarios. Such an approach also provides a balance between retaining mature trees within the site and the documented request by the Noongar traditional custodians for the removal of Ficus trees at the site because their evapotranspirative effects on the water table changing the natural hydraulic cycle of the lake (Fisher 2010). Figure 2: Contrast between the established Moreton Bay Figs at the southern end of Lake Claremont (left) and a weedy Hill's Weeping Fig (Ficus microcarpa var. hillii) that is out competing a local native Sheoak (Allocasuarina fraseriana) and in the background a near dead Rottnest Island Tea Tree (Melaleuca lanceolata) in a northern revegetation zone near Alfred Road (right). Uncontrolled, weeds have the potential to negatively impact the indigenous biodiversity and to diminish the aesthetic values of the Lake Claremont. The presence of weeds at the site can significantly affect the local biodiversity through a range of mechanisms. These include changes to the vegetation structure, reduction of species diversity and altered fire regimes because of increased fuel loads. Natural Area site survey activities included an assessment of significant weeds present. In this context, a significant weed is a species that appears in the following lists: Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 5 of 50 DPaW Swan Rankings Summary of the Invasive Plant Prioritisation Process (Department of Parks and Wildlife 2013). Weed of National Significance (WoNS) designated by the Australian government (Department of Environment 2014b). National Environmental Alert List (Department of Environment 2014c). Declared plant under the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 (WA). Lake Claremont Advisory Committee endorsed Weed Priority Matrix. Site assessment activities by Natural Area identified 31 weed species growing at the site. These include woody weeds such as Cape Lilac (Melia azedarach), Lemon-scented Gum (Eucalyptus citriodora) and Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera). Grassy weeds and herbs included Whiteflower Fumitory (Fumaria capreolata), Couch (Cynodon dactylon), Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) and Dove’s Foot Cranesbill (Geranium molle). Four weeds of national significance (WoNS) observed at the site are the Athel Pine or Tamarisk tree (Tamarisk aphylla), Lantana (Lantana camara) and Chilean and Weeping Willows (Salix spp.). Natural Area site assessments did not locate any weeds listed on the National Environmental Alert List. Natural Area found a number of weeds listed on the Swan Rankings Summary including Cape Lilacs (Melia azedarach) and the Lemon-scented Gums (Corymbia citriodora). Photographic examples of weeds appear in Section 2.2. Section 2.5 provides a list of the significant weeds of the site and an indication of their treatment priority based on rankings of the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee Priority Matrix and the Swan Rankings Summary (Department of Parks and Wildlife 2013). 1.5.1 Introduced Trees (Potential Woody Weeds) Introduced tree species planted within the Lake Claremont site over many years include Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla), Lemon-scented Gums (Eucalyptus citriodora) and Cape Lilacs (Melia azedarach). These species do not enhance the environmental values. Natural Area recommended the staged removal and replacement of weedy specimens (see National Weeds Strategy definition in Section 1.5) with local native species in accordance with the recommendations of previous management plans. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee Priority Matrix provides a guide for the staged removal of weedy exotic trees indentified in Section 2.5. Current management of woody weeds at the site focuses on preventing the germination/propagation of seedlings of exotic species (including ‘Eastern States natives’). The council endorsed TOC policy ‘EN306: Tree Preservation’ provides guidance for management of trees within the site. In line with that that policy, mature local native and introduced trees growing within the Lake Claremont and surrounds are managed for public safety, location of the tree, condition of the surrounding vegetation and weed potential of the tree. The following three case studies provide examples for introduced Australian Eucalypts/Melaleuca/Sheoaks, Ficus trees in the site and the four most invasive tree species. Introduced Eucalypts/Melaleuca/Sheoaks Development of the long nine-hole golf course in the early 1970s coincided with high level of nationalism and an embracing of all things Australian, including the spread of invasive ‘Australian natives’ in landscape and garden plantings across the country (Robin et al. 2011). As a result, many eastern states varieties of Eucalypt, Melaleuca and Sheoak were planted in the Lake Claremont surrounds. These trees pose several management challenges within the site, including: Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 6 of 50 Healthy mature trees look good, provide shade, enhance the microclimate of the area and provide an over-storey. Planted when the golf course was operating; these trees established under wetter climatic conditions and were highly irrigated. Under the drier conditions and lower aquifer levels that now exist in Perth, these trees are easily water stressed and a number have died. In the nature space, the Dead trees are retained for habitat. In recreation spaces, they are pruned or removed to minimise public risk with statuary approvals where required. In the revegetation areas of the wetland buffer and around the northern end of the lake, these trees provide a good quality of over storey, which is retained until planted local native tree species (Jarrah/Marri/Tuart) have matured. Management of planted and naturalised non-local species of Eucalypt, Melaleuca and Sheoak is a higher priority in the remnant bushland as they often out compete and hybridised with established local species. There will be limited need to remove any healthy mature introduced Eucalypt, Melaleuca or Sheoak from the site in the five-year life of this plan. No removal of a healthy mature introduced Eucalypt, Melaleuca or Sheoak will occur without a resolution from an ordinary council meeting (OCM). Ficus Trees While the mix of Ficus species occurring at the site have been planted since the 1970’s (Head 2015 pers comm), their rapid growth habit in the absence of natural wind pruning by cyclones makes them appear much older, even iconic. Many people visiting or living near Lake Claremont mistakenly believe these trees to be hundreds of years old. Management issues associated with these trees include: High levels of evapotranspiration from their leaves results in lower water levels in the lake and unconfined aquifer, especially in the dry period from spring to autumn. Rapid growth, dense canopy and high leaf drop allows Ficus trees to outcompete all other vegetation. This includes other established trees, native plant species and turf of the recreational space. Fruit from these trees attracts pest bird species (e.g. Little Corella, Long-billed Corella, Ravens and Rainbow Lorikeets) and feral foxes. A secondary impact of proving food for foxes and supporting an artificial large Raven pollution, especially over the difficult summer period, is the increased predation of adult water and bush birds, their eggs and chicks and adult Long or Snake Necked Turtles (Chelodina colliei) and their eggs and hatchlings. Nesting female birds and turtles are especially vulnerable to predation. Seedlings rapidly establish around the base and in the trunks of mature trees where pest birds roost. Ficus species provide little to no benefit for natural ecological processes in southwest Western Australia. They are iconic trees that are loved by many people in the general community. Ficus trees in revegetated nature space (i.e. northern end of the site) and the southern end of the site have vastly different priorities for removal/retention because of the difference level of impact they have on the ecological processes around them. Currently, there is minimal ecological imperative to remove the Ficus trees at the southern end of the lake. Such removals would be likely to create strong division in the Claremont community. For those reasons, it is Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 7 of 50 highly unlikely that those mature Ficus would be removed in the near future (i.e. 15+ years) and a strong case could be made for local heritage listing of that tree avenue as other Councils have done. However, Ficus trees remaining in the revegetated natural area at the north of the site are/will outcompete replanted natural vegetation and negatively affect natural ecosystem processes. A program of staged removal over the next fifteen years (i.e. span of three management plans), with an OCM resolution for each removal, should be implemented for those trees. Highly Invasive Woody Weed Species The Lake Claremont site contains a number of highly invasive woody weeds that were planted by the Town and Golf Course operators were introduced through bird dispersal or were transported to the site in stormwater runoff. As with the other examples, there are several management considerations for these trees as well. Some of these are: Practically eliminated from the site, Victorian Tea Tree (Leptospermum laevigatum) is an aggressive coloniser species with a dense spreading canopy and wind dispersed seed that should be removed as soon as it is identified. Norfolk Island Hibiscus were planted at the site as ornamental trees, but similar to the Victorian Tea Tree its wind dispersed seed rapidly establish in wetland nature spaces. The small red ‘berries’ of the Brazilian Pepper (Schinus terebinthifolius) are a favourite with many seed eating birds and these tough and fast growing woody weeds are often seen chocking vegetation or sprouting from paving and walls under roosting trees in Perth’s established suburbs. Chilean and Weeping Willows (Salix species) are aggressive woody weeds of wetland environments that the Australia Government has declared to be Weeds of National Significance. Athel Pines or Tamarix Trees (Tamrix aphylla) are another difficult to control WoNS that are widely distributed across the northern section of the Lake Claremont. There is a large stand of this weed south of the old turf shed in a nature space that requires revegetation. After suitable notification to the community, control of Athel Pine in that area should be a priority. Seedling and saplings of Victorian Tea Tree, Norfolk Island Hibiscus, Brazilian Pepper, Chilean and Weeping Willows and Athel Pines will be removed as soon as they are detected in the Lake Claremont site. Approval from Chief Executive Officer will be sort prior to the removal of any Norfolk Island Hibiscus that were intentionally planted. No removal of intentionally planted Weeping Willows from the wetland buffer or Athel Pines will occur without an OCM resolution. 1.5.2 Garden Wastes The presence of garden wastes in or near Lake Claremont have the potential to introduce weeds to the site, either through vegetative regrowth or through the movement of viable seeds. Regular monitoring for the presence of garden wastes will assist with ensuring impacts within the park are minimised. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 8 of 50 1.6 Weed Management Weed management strategies involve removal or control of weeds from a designated area by manual, chemical or biological treatment methods, with manual and chemical treatments being the most common. A combination of both chemical and manual control methods will usually have the best environmental outcomes across a broad range of weed species. The control technique for a particular target species will depend on the characteristics of the plant including its rate of growth, regenerative capacity, and the presence of non-target species or other sensitive areas, such as threatened and/or priority flora and/or fauna. TOC staff and contractors, FOLC members and other volunteers who are performing hand weeding activities in the natural areas without the direct supervision of a TOC approved person must have completed a training program that covers the following aspects of hand weeding: Do not pull out any plants where the identification of the species is uncertain. Leave the plant to grow large enough to confirm the species to avoid the potential of inadvertently removing native seedlings. An example for the site is the native Variable Groundsel (Senecio latus), which can be easily confused with the common Groundsel (S. vulgaris) and the Thistle species. Ask FOLC or TOC weed specialists for help to identify the weed. Consider the life history of a weed as hand weeding is most effective if removal occurs prior to flowering and/or seed set. Consider the growth habit of each weed to ensure that removal technique(s) are appropriate. For example: Geophytes such as Watsonia, Gladiolus, One-leaf Cape Tulip and the Freesia produce numerous bulbs that left in the soil can reinfest an area when conditions become favourable. Flowering Sonchus/Thistles are an example of weed species that retain enough energy after removal to ensure that any immature seed will continue to develop if not disposed of appropriately (i.e. Bag and Bin). Flat weeds and Thistles will grow back from vegetative material left in or on the ground. For hand weeding activities, concentrate on a small number of priority species each season. Consider the number of people involved with manual weed control. Large numbers of unskilled, untrained and/or poorly supervised people in an area of bushland are likely to trample native species. This can: kill naturally regenerating native seedlings change the structure of the vegetation; degrade fauna habitat; cause the death of mature vegetation; and contribute to erosion. Promptly remove weeds from the area to prevent sprouting of vegetative material, wind dispersal of seeds and nutrient loading near nitrogen and phosphate sensitive native species. 1.6.1 Manual Weed Control Manual control typically involves the removal of the nominated weed either mechanically (by machine or tool) or by hand. Removal of woody weeds (trees, shrubs with woody stems), will often involve: Manual (‘hand’) removal of plant – physically removing weeds by hand or by hand-operated tools. Cut and paint – trimming and then cutting the trunk at the base followed by painting of the stump with an herbicide to kill the weed and leaving the stump will break down over time. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 9 of 50 Brush cutting/slashing – using a line trimmer or cutting disk to reduce the height of invasive plants to control rather than remove the weeds, which is particularly effective on long or grassy weeds. stump removal – if required, a stump grinder can be used to remove the large woody trunk mass left behind, encouraging faster break down of plant remains. Advantages of manual weed control are: Particular species can be targeted rather than ‘blanket’ control. Significantly reduces the soil seed bank when weeds, flowers and/or seeds are removed. Plants will not develop a ‘resistance’ to the control method. Can be used effectively in conjunction with other methods to maximise efficacy of weed control program by minimising application of herbicides and risk non-target species being sprayed. Disadvantages of manual weed control are: Implementation can be laborious and time-consuming, meaning that it is not economical for many weed types or very large infestations. Seed crops of plants and propagules can be left behind, for example bulbs or corms that can regrow under favourable conditions. The seeds of some species can still mature and disperse after removal if the plant if not disposed of appropriately. Large numbers of people hand weeding can result in trampling of sensitive bushland areas, which may be more environmentally destructive and impact for longer than any chemical control. 1.6.2 Herbicide Application in Natural Areas The use of herbicides is the most common and cost effective method of controlling many environmental weeds, because it can be targeted at particular species or weed classes and large areas being treated in a cost effect manner. While there is range of herbicides in common usage, with differing active ingredient(s) that target different weed types, only Bioactive (‘Amphibian Friendly’) Glyphosate and Fusilade style herbicides are used for weed control in nature areas of the Lake Claremont site. No surfactants or sticking agents are added to herbicide mixes applied anywhere in the site. Advantages of chemical weed control include: Results are apparent in a short time frame. Effective in killing the entire weed, this stops propagules like corms or roots being left in the soil. Large areas can be treated quickly and in a cost effective manner. Minimal impact to the environment when applied in accordance with legislative guidelines by correctly trained and licensed technicians specialising in bushland weed control. Disadvantages of chemical control methods include: Weeds that have tuberous or rhizomatous root systems and those that reshoot from epicormic growth, are likely to require follow up treatments to ensure effective control of the target species. Some weeds can develop a resistance to a particular herbicide where in appropriate application rates and/or techniques are used for extended periods. Herbicides have the potential to result in impacts to non-target flora and fauna species. Potential health effects on operators and personal protective clothing and equipment for operators need to be considered and managed. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 10 of 50 The use of herbicides by contractors must complying with: ̶ Permits for use in bushland areas (Department of Agriculture and Food WA) ̶ Operator licence requirements by the Department of Health WA. 1.6.3 Weed Mapping Determining the density of weeds is a useful activity that assists with setting control priorities. A rating scale to describe the density with 3, 4 or 5 divisions according to preferences should be used. The Department of Environment and Conservation (2011) have developed a standard operating procedure for the mapping of weeds in bushland and wetland areas that uses three categories (< 5%, 6 – 75%, and 76 – 100%). Useful weed resources include: Bushland Weeds – A Practical Guide to their Management (Brown and Brooks, 2002) Southern Weeds and their Control (Moore and Wheeler, 2008) Western Weeds (Hussey, Keighery, Dodd, Lloyd and Cousens (2nd Edition, 2007) Weed Species of Western Australia listed on FloraBase. Weed information sheets in Section 2.6 1.6.4 Weed Control Training The Friends of Lake Claremont play an important role in the management of Lake Claremont, with one of those roles relating to the hand removal of weeds. Weeding days often involve additional volunteers. Hence, the importance of knowing what is and is not a weed. Appropriate reference materials for use in the field are a useful tool for volunteers. To this end, the Town of Claremont have developed a weed identification guide to assist. In addition to identification, the appropriate removal method is an important consideration. Tips for the hand removal of weeds include: Consider the weed to ensure removal technique(s) are appropriate: o Geophytes such as Watsonia, Gladiolus, One-leaf Cape Tulip and the Freesia produce numerous bulbs that left in the soil will produce new plants. o Some species retain enough energy after removal that immature seed can continue to develop if not disposed of appropriately (e.g. Thistle). o Others weeds will grow back from vegetative material left in or on the ground. Consider the timing of hand control as removal is most effective prior to the species setting seed. When hand weeding, concentrate on a small number of species per season. Do not pull out any plants where the identification is uncertain. If in doubt, leave the plant to grow to a stage when the species can be confirmed to avoid inadvertent removal native seedlings. Consider the number of people involved with manual weed control as large numbers of people in a location can contribute to trampling of other species, which can promote additional weed growth and/or contribute to erosion around the site. Promptly remove weeds from the area to prevent reshooting or the wind dispersal of seeds. 1.7 Revegetation and Rehabilitation Since the closure of the long nine hole golf course in June 2009, significant areas of the Lake Claremont wetland buffer (riparian zone) and adjoining nature space have been undergoing restoration and revegetation. These activities have significantly increased the coverage, condition and indigenous Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 11 of 50 biodiversity in the nature space of the site. Approximately four hectares of the site still needs to be revegetated under the mixed-use management model to provide nature, recreation and sport spaces for the Claremont community. Infill planting will occur beyond the life of this management plan. It will take several years more for a self-supporting naturally regenerating soil seed bank to establish for local native species reintroduced to the site. Restoration and replanting of the floristically rich herb and shrub understorey is yet to commence as the over storey vegetation of revegetated areas is not sufficiently mature to allow the understorey to establish. When required, revegetation activities will consider the location of the work to be carried out, the height and form of the species to be planted, and the usage within that area. Weed control will be carried out in areas to be planted ahead of revegetation activities to minimise competition and maximise the established success of tube stock establishment. 1.7.1 Seed Collection and Plant Propagation Some restoration purists promote the collection of local provenance seed as restoration ‘best practice’ in order to maintain localised genetic diversity of seed used in revegetation and rehabilitation projects. A secondary argument is that strict local provenance seed is better suited to local conditions. However, there is a counter argument that in an urban remnant fragmented from other natural areas, by the loss of biodiversity linkages, the introduction of new material mimics historical genetic flow that strengthens populations and prevent extinctions through genetic bottlenecks. Due to the extensive clearing and degradation of indigenous vegetation at the Lake Claremont site, the extensive revegetation already carried out with widely sourced plant stock and the small area of the remnant vegetation on the site, the opportunity for collecting and using local provenance seed in restoration activities is limited. Propagation of sedges and the locally significant Wembley Wax phenotype of Chamelaucium uncinatum have occurred at local schools and by the Friends of Lake Claremont for planting within nature spaces of the site. 1.7.2 Revegetation Protocols The aim of revegetation activities is to restore and/or enhance indigenous biodiversity values at a particular location. This includes considering the preferred habitat requirements of a species, such as tolerance of vegetation to permanent inundation in the wetland buffer and the food and shelter requirements of native fauna. The planting of riparian sedges at Lake Claremont will take consideration of winter water depths, transition zone species such as Paperbark (Melaleuca rhaphiophylla) and Flooded Gum (Eucalyptus rudis) occur at increasing distances from the lakes edge. Revegetation programs of are typically designed to achieve a final planting density of one plant per m2 for dryland species, with sedges and rushes at a density of 4-6 plants per m2. A typical ratio for planting is one over storey species to 10 middle storey and 100 understorey species (plants). This ratio takes into consideration the final canopy spread of the trees, along with the mix of middle and understorey species in their vicinity. Over planting at a rate of 3-4 plants per m2 will allow for natural attrition during the establishment phase, as well as reducing the weed load. At present many of the trees natural regenerating across the site are feral ‘eastern states’ natives. These weed species are controlled by the methods outlined in Section 1.6. In light of the unexpectedly high survival rates of species revegetated into the northern wetland buffer, low plantings and establishment of view corridors to provide park users with visual connections to the waterbody of the lake are now a major consideration in the selection of species for revegetation close to Lake Claremont. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 12 of 50 1.8 Fungi Fungi are an important component of natural ecosystems as they play a major role in decomposing organic material and recycling the nutrients present back into the environment to sustain the ecological communities present. Some species have a beneficial symbiotic relationship with vascular plants, while others are pathogenic or parasitic, resulting in disease or harm to the host plant. There are a number of different forms of fungi known within the Perth metropolitan region, including the more common mushrooms, toadstools, and puffballs. Other forms include the jelly fungus and flat-type fungus (resupinate). The most common time to see the fruiting bodies of fungi are after autumn or winter rains, however some fungi will also be obvious at other times of the year. A number of fungi species were observed during Natural Area site assessment activities at Lake Claremont, all were decomposers and all were present in mulched areas or in proximity to areas revegetated with native flora. Additional species are expected at other locations within the site. Fungi Observation and Surveys Surveying of fungi by observing the development of fruiting bodies, such as mushrooms, toadstools, and puffballs, is an activity suited to volunteers and school groups. Fungi can be observed all year round when humid days coincide with rainfall events. However, it is more common for the fruiting bodies to appear during autumn and winter (May to July). Features used to identify fungi species include their form, colour and width of the cap, gill colour (underside) and stem height. An additional feature is the spore print, which involves the placing of the area of the fungus that contains the spores (i.e. the underside of mushrooms and toadstools) on white paper and leaving it to sit for several hours for the spores to adhere to the paper. Many fungi are readily identifiable from photographs and using an appropriate reference, such as: Fungi of the Perth Region and Beyond: A Self-managed Field Book and Bougher (2009). A Field Guide to Australian Fungi by Fuhrer (2011). This reference includes a section on the collection of spore prints and a field observation template. Examples of fungi sighted at Lake Claremont in Section 2.6. 1.9 Pathogen Management Vegetation can be subject to diseases that result in a decline in their vigour or death in the longer term. Common plant pathogens include Phytophthora dieback, Armillaria, Quambalaria (Marri Canker) and Myrtle Rust. Activities that impact directly on trees, such as the installation of nesting boxes, can result in wounds that make them more susceptible to infection from pathogens. A range of stressors on plants contribute to the spiral of decline and death of plants. 1.9.1 Phytophthora Dieback The most common plant disease encountered on the Swan Coastal Plain is dieback caused by the more than 300 forms the water-borne fungus Phytophthora. While Phytophthora cinnamomi is considered the most destructive, other varieties have been identified which may have similar impacts. One of these species is Phytophthora multivora, which previous testing has shown to be in the park, attack Tuarts (Eucalyptus gomphocephala), Jarrah (E. marginata), Peppermints (Agonis flexuosa) and a range of Banksia species. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 13 of 50 Phytophthora multivora is tolerant of alkaline conditions and has spores that are wind-borne in addition to being dispersed by raindrops and splash (Scott et al. 2009). Sampling for Phytophthora cinnamomi Dieback was carried out at various locations around the Lake Claremont site, the results of which were negative (Head 2014, pers comm.). Phytophthora multivora was isolated from a tissue sample collected from an Agonis flexuosa tree in Strickland Street to the west of Lake Claremont (Simpson 2014 pers comm). If P. multivora is suspected within the site or other natural areas, it should be treated in the same manner as P. cinnamomi. 1.9.2 Honey Fungus ( Armillaria luteobubalina) Armillaria luteobubalina (Figure 3) is a parasitic fungus that causes root rot of infected plants. Infections may be identified through analysis of aerial photography or the presence of fruiting bodies. It has been observed within the Lake Claremont site and has the potential to be spread through changes to site conditions and movement of spores. Figure 3: Armillaria luteobubalina 1.9.3 Marri Canker (Quambalaria sp.) Quambalaria is a genus of fungus introduced from the eastern states that is known to infect Corymbia trees, with the species Quambalaria coyrecup associated with the Marri (Corymbia calophylla) in Western Australia. Marri Canker will: blight leaves and shoots, causing deformed growth; produce lesions in various parts of the plant, including the trunk and branches; and will deform affect buds and abort immature fruit (Paap et al. 2013). Short-term impacts of Marri Canker include reduced flower production, which reduces availability of nectar and pollen being available for native birds and honeybees and reduced seed development. Longer term impacts include reduced habitat for fauna, loss of canopy and impacts on understorey species. Symptoms of what could be Quambalaria was observed in Corymbia calophylla that have had the nesting boxes installed, but it has not been tested for at the site (Head 2014. pers comm). Other locations where Quambalaria may be present within the Town of Claremont include some road verges. 1.9.4 Myrtle Rust (Uredo rangelii) Myrtle Rust (Uredo rangelii) is a fungus related to Eucalyptus and Guava rusts, but only targets Myrtaceae species. It is a major new threat to biodiversity within Australia since its introduction to eastern Australia in 2010 (Australian Network for Plant Conservation 2013). Myrtle Rust is yet to be recorded in Western Australia and spread will most likely be via infected nursery stock. The Nursery and Garden Industry has Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 14 of 50 developed a Myrtle Rust Management Plan for the Australian Nursery Industry, with a view to limiting spread. In susceptible plants, the rust spores enter the tissue, probably through the waxy cuticle, causing damage including lesions (sores), after which bright yolk-yellow or orange pustules appear. When pustules appear wind, humans or animals can readily disperse the spores, with infection potentially occurring in other nearby Myrtaceae species. Outcomes of the infection include damage to leaves and tissues, defoliation, diseased fruits and plants, susceptibility to secondary infection by other plant pathogens and plant mortality. Secondary outcomes include impact on fauna through loss of habitat, canopy decline, replacement species, promotion of weed species and increased fire impacts. 1.10 Fire A review of archive material from the Claremont Museum and a search of newspapers in TROVE online database provided only one report of fire at Lake Claremont that started on one of the islands and moved quickly towards the bank in 1994 (Post 1994). Anecdotal information indicates that Typha spp. within the lake burned regularly/annually until it was removed (Haynes 2014, pers comm; Friends of Lake Claremont 2015 pers comm). With revegetation activities within the northern portion of the reserve, the increased presence of native vegetation will result in an increased fire risk as the various species mature and contribute leaf litter, twigs, bark and branches to the fire fuel load. The vegetation type present within the revegetated areas along with the close-canopy mean the risk of fire is rated as moderate-extreme. Turf areas have a low fire hazard and act as low fuel zones. The Claremont Station of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services has prepared a Fire Pre-plan for Lake Claremont site. The Department of Fire and Emergency Services update the plan annually prior to 31 October. This plan includes the following risk management strategies that are the responsibility of the TOC Claremont: Weed control Monitoring fire fuel loads. Selectively removing dead branches and other material from nature spaces as required to reduce fire load without affecting fauna habitat. Maintaining firebreaks and protection buffers between nature spaces and properties. Prescribed burns are not recommended unless necessary for habitat maintenance of flora species or where fuel loads need to be reduced to 8 tonnes per hectare. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 15 of 50 2.0 Supplementary Information 2.1 Example Flora Species of Lake Claremont Patersonia occidentalis (Purple Flag) Hardenbergia comptoniana (Native Wisteria) Melaleuca systena (Coastal Honeymyrtle) Jacksonia sternbergiana (Stinkwood) Calothamnus quadrifidus (One-sided Bottlebrush) Conostylis candicans subsp. candicans Anthocercis ilicifolia subsp. ilicifolia Billardiera fusiformis (Australian Bluebell) Eremophila glabra subsp. albicans Schoenoplectus validus (Lake Club-rush) Baumea articulata (Jointed Twig Rush) Bolboschoenus caldwellii (Marsh Club-rush) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 16 of 50 2.2 Example Weed Species at Lake Claremont Erodium cicutarium (Common Storksbill) Phoenix dactylifera (Date Palm) Tropaeolum majus (Nasturtium) Salix sp. (Weeping Willow) Bacopa monnieri (Bacopa) Melia azedarach (Cape Lilac) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 17 of 50 2.3 Geographical Information and Maps Figure 4: Vegetation types, Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 18 of 50 Figure 5: Vegetation condition, Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 19 of 50 Figure 6: Introduced Trees, Lake Claremont Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 20 of 50 2.4 Combined Flora Species List Scientific Name Common Name Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area Algae Chaetomorpha aerea x Cladophora albida x Cladophoropsis herpestica x Cystoseira trinodis x Gelidium pusillum x Gracilaria verrucosa x Grateloupia filicina x Grateloupia filicina var. luxurians x Grateloupia subpectinata x Phacelocarpus sessilis x Plocamium preissianum x Ulva intestinalis x Ulva lactuca x Ulva linza x Bryopsid (Moss) Gemmabryum preissianum x Gymnostomum calcareum x Racopilum cuspidigerum var. convolutaceum x Rosulabryum billarderi x Rosulabryum torquescens x Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 21 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Trichostomum eckelianum Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area x Conifer Araucaria heterophylla* Norfolk Island Pine x x Callitris preissii Rottnest Island Pine x x x x Cycad Macrozamia fraseri Dicotyledon Acacia applanata x Acacia cochlearis Rigid Wattle x x x Acacia cyclops Coastal Wattle x x x Acacia lasiocarpa var. lasiocarpa x x x Acacia pulchella var. glaberrima x x x x x Acacia rostellifera Summer-scented Wattle Acacia saligna subsp. saligna x x x Acacia truncata x x x x x x Acacia willdenowiana Grass Wattle x Acacia xanthina White-stemmed Wattle x Acetosa sagittata* x Achillea millefolium* Yarrow x Agonis flexuosa Peppermint x x x x Agonis flexuosa var. flexuosa Ailanthus altissima* Draft – September 2016 Tree of Heaven x Appendix 2: Page 22 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Allocasuarina fraseriana Sheoak Allocasuarina humilis Dwarf Sheoak Allocasuarina lehmanniana subsp. lehmanniana Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area x x x x x x x Ambrosia psilostachya* Perennial Ragweed x Amyema miquelii Stalked Mistletoe x Angianthus cunninghamii Coast Angianthus x Anthocercis ilicifolia subsp. ilicifolia x x Anthocercis littorea Yellow Tailflower x x x Arctotheca calendula* Cape Weed x x x Arctotis stoechadifolia* White Arctotis x Argyranthemum frutescens subsp. foeniculaceum* Marguerite Daisy x x x X x x x Astartea scoparia Asteridea pulverulenta Common Bristle Daisy Atriplex hypoleuca x x Bacopa monnieri* Bacopa Banksia attenuata Slender Banksia, Piara Banksia dallanneyi Couch Honeypot x Banksia grandis Bull Banksia x Banksia littoralis Swamp Banksia x Banksia menziesii Firewood Banksia x x Banksia nivea Honeypot Dryandra x x Banksia prionotes Acorn Banksia x x Draft – September 2016 x Appendix 2: Page 23 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Banksia sessilis var. cygnorum Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area x x x Beaufortia elegans Billardiera fusiformis x Australian Bluebell x Brachyscome iberidifolia x Buglossoides arvensis* Corn Gromwell x Cakile maritima* Sea Rocket x Calandrinia brevipedata Short-stalked Purslane x Calothamnus quadrifidus subsp. quadrifidus x Calothamnus sanguineus Silky-leaved Blood Flower Cardamine hirsuta* Common Bittercress x Carduus pycnocephalus* Slender Thistle x Carpobrotus edulis* Hottentot Fig x Cassytha flava Dodder Laurel x Cassytha racemosa Dodder Laurel x Casuarina obesa Swamp Sheoak x x x x x x x Cerastium glomeratum* Mouse Ear Chickweed x Chamelaucium uncinatum* Geraldton Wax x Chenopodium glaucum* Glaucus Goosefoot x Chenopodium murale* Nettle-leaf Goosefoot x Chrysanthemum coronarium* Crown Daisy x Draft – September 2016 x x Centella asiatica Centranthus macrosiphon* x x Appendix 2: Page 24 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Clematis linearifolia x x Comesperma integerrimum x Natural Area Conospermum triplinervium Tree Smokebush Conyza bonariensis* Flaxleaf Fleabane x x Corymbia calophylla Marri x x Crassula thunbergiana* Stonecrop x x x x x x Cryptandra arbutiflora var. arbutiflora x Cryptandra arbutiflora var. tubulosa x Cymbalaria muralis subsp. muralis* Ivy-leafed Toadflax x Daviesia decurrens Prickly Bitter-pea x Daviesia divaricata subsp. divaricata x Daviesia nudiflora subsp. nudiflora x Daviesia triflora x Diplopeltis huegelii subsp. huegelii x Diplotaxis muralis* Wall Rocket x Diplotaxis tenuifolia* Sand Rocket x Dodonaea aptera Coast Hop-bush x Dodonaea hackettiana Hackett’s Hopbush Drosera stolonifera Leafy Sundew x Emex australis* Doublegee x Epilobium billardiereanum subsp. cinereum Variable Willow Herb x Eremophila glabra Tar Bush Draft – September 2016 P4 Appendix 2: Page 25 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Eremophila glabra subsp. albicans Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area x Erodium cicutarium* Common Storksbill Eucalyptus citriodora* Lemon-scented Gum Eucalyptus gomphocephala Tuart, Duart Eucalyptus marginata subsp. marginata x x x x x x x Jarrah x x x Eucalyptus rudis Flooded Gum, Kulurda x x Eucalyptus todtiana Coastal Blackbutt x x Euphorbia peplus* Petty Spurge x x Euphorbia terracina* Geraldton Carnation Weed x Exocarpos sparteus Broom Ballart, Djuk Ficus macrophylla* Moreton Bay Fig Foeniculum vulgare* Fennel Fumaria bastardii* Fumaria capreolata* x Whiteflower Fumitory x x x x x x x Gastrolobium linearifolium x Dove’s Foot Cranesbill Glischrocaryon angustifolium x Gnephosis angianthoides x Gompholobium aristatum x Draft – September 2016 x x Gastrolobium capitatum Gompholobium tomentosum x x Gamochaeta coarctata* Geranium molle* x Hairy Yellow Pea x x Appendix 2: Page 26 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area Grevillea crithmifolia x x x Grevillea preissii subsp. preissii x x Grevillea vestita Hakea lissocarpha Honey Bush Hakea prostrata Harsh Hakea Hakea trifurcata Two-leaf Hakea Hardenbergia comptoniana Native Wisteria x x Heliophila pusilla* x x x x x x x x x x Hemiandra pungens Snakebush Hibbertia racemosa Stalked Guinea Flower x Hibiscus tridactylites* Bladder Ketmia x Hovea pungens Devil's Pins, Puyenak x Hybanthus calycinus Wild Violet x x Hydrocotyle pilifera var. glabrata x Hydrocotyle tetragonocarpa x Hypocalymma angustifolium White Myrtle, Kudjid x Hypocalymma robustum Swan River Myrtle x Hypochaeris radicata* Flat Weed x Isotropis cuneifolia subsp. cuneifolia x x x Jacksonia furcellata Grey Stinkwood Jacksonia sericea Waldjumi Jacksonia sternbergiana Stinkwood, Kapur Draft – September 2016 x P4 x x x x x x x x Appendix 2: Page 27 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Kennedia prostrata Town of Claremont Natural Area Scarlet Runner x x Kunzea glabrescens Spearwood x x Lactuca serriola* Prickly Lettuce x x Lantana camara* Common Lantana x Lavandula dentata var. candicans* French Lavender x x x Lawrencia spicata Conservation Code NatureMap x Lechenaultia linarioides Yellow Leschenaultia x Lepidium rotundum Veined Peppercress x Leptospermum spinescens Leucopogon parviflorus x Coast Beard-heath x Leucopogon propinquus x Limonium hyblaeum* x Lobelia anceps Angled Lobelia Lobularia maritima* Sweet Alyssum x Logania vaginalis White Spray x x Lupinus cosentinii* West Australian Blue Lupin x x Lysimachia arvensis* Pimpernel x Malva parviflora* Marshmallow x x Medicago polymorpha* Burr Medic x x Melaleuca huegelii Chenille Honeymyrtle x x Melaleuca lanceolata Rottnest Teatree x x Melaleuca quinquenervia* Broad-leaved Paperbark x x Draft – September 2016 x x x Appendix 2: Page 28 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Melaleuca rhaphiophylla Melaleuca scabra Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area Swamp Paperbark x x Rough Honeymyrtle x x x x x x x x Melaleuca seriata Melaleuca systena Melaleuca teretifolia x Banbar Melaleuca thymoides x Melaleuca trichophylla x Melia azedarach* Cape Lilac, White Cedar Melilotus indicus* Common Melilot Misopates orontium* Lesser Snapdragon x Monoculus monstrosus* Stinking Roger x Myoporum insulare Blueberry Tree, Boobialla x Nerium oleander* Oleander x Oenothera drummondii subsp. drummondii* Coastal Evening Primrose, Beach Evening Primrose x Oenothera speciosa* White Evening Primrose x x x x Oenothera stricta subsp. stricta* x Olax benthamiana x Olearia axillaris Coastal Daisybush x Olearia rudis Rough Daisybush x Opercularia vaginata Dog Weed x Oxalis pes-caprae* Soursob x Oxalis purpurea* Largeflower Wood Sorrel x Draft – September 2016 x x x x x x Appendix 2: Page 29 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Parietaria debilis Pellitory x Pelargonium capitatum* Rose Pelargonium x Persoonia saccata Snottygobble x Petrophile axillaris Petrophile linearis NatureMap Pixie Mops False Boronia x Pimelea rosea subsp. rosea x Yellow Banjine Pittosporum ligustrifolium x x Podotheca angustifolia Sticky Longheads x Polycarpon tetraphyllum* Fourleaf Allseed x Poranthera drummondii x Prince of Wales Feather Ptilotus sericostachyus subsp. sericostachyus Ranunculus colonorum x x Common Buttercup Ranunculus sessiliflorus var. sessiliflorus Raphanus raphanistrum* x x Wild Radish x Regelia inops Rhagodia baccata subsp. baccata Rhagodia baccata subsp. dioica Draft – September 2016 x x x Ptilotus polystachyus Natural Area x Phyllanthus tenellus* Pimelea sulphurea Town of Claremont x Petrophile macrostachya Phyllanthus calycinus Conservation Code x Sea Berry Saltbush x x x x x Appendix 2: Page 30 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Rhagodia candolleana subsp. candolleana Rhamnus alaternus* Conservation Code NatureMap Buckthorn x x x x x x Ricinus communis* Castor Oil Plant x Rumex crispus* Curled Dock x Sagina apetala* Annual Pearlwort x Sagina procumbens* Spreading Pearlwort x Samolus repens Creeping Brookweed x Samolus repens var. paucifolius x Santalum acuminatum Quandong, Warnga x Scabiosa atropurpurea* Purple Pincushion x Scaevola canescens Grey Scaevola x Scaevola crassifolia Thick-leaved Fanflower Scaevola nitida Shining Fanflower Schinus terebinthifolius* Brazilian Pepper, Japanese Pepper Senecio condylus x x x Purple Groundsel Senecio pinnatifolius var. latilobus x x Silene gallica var. gallica* French Catchfly x Silene gallica var. quinquevulnera* French Catchfly x Silene nocturna* Mediterranean Catchfly x Solanum linnaeanum* Apple of Sodom x Draft – September 2016 Natural Area x Rhodanthe citrina Senecio elegans* Town of Claremont Appendix 2: Page 31 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Solanum nigrum Nightshade Solanum symonii Conservation Code NatureMap x Common Sowthistle Spergularia diandra* Lesser Sand Spurry x Spyridium globulosum Basket Bush x Stellaria media* Chickweed x Stenanthemum notiale subsp. chamelum x Stenopetalum gracile x Hundreds and Thousands Stylidium rigidulum x x x x x x x x x x x x x Stylidium roseoalatum Pink-wing Triggerplant Tamarix aphylla* Athel Tree, Athel Pine Templetonia retusa Cockies Tongues x x Thomasia cognata Thomasia triphylla x Threlkeldia diffusa Coast Bonefruit Trachymene coerulea Blue Lace Flower Trachymene pilosa Native Parsnip Tribulus terrestris* Caltrop Trifolium campestre var. campestre* Hop Clover x Trifolium dubium* Suckling Clover x Trifolium glomeratum* Cluster Clover x Draft – September 2016 Natural Area x Sonchus oleraceus* Stylidium inundatum Town of Claremont x x x x Appendix 2: Page 32 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Trifolium incarnatum var. incarnatum* Crimson Clover Trifolium pratense var. sativum* Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area x x Tropaeolum majus* Garden Nasturtium x Urtica urens* Small Nettle x Vicia sativa* Common Vetch x x Viminaria juncea Swishbush x x Xanthosia ciliata Zygophyllum fruticulosum x Shrubby Twinleaf x Rottnest Island Pine, Maro x Gymnosperm Callitris preissii x Monocotyledon Acanthocarpus preissii Agave americana* x Century Plant Albuca flaccida* x x x Anigozanthos humilis subsp. humilis Cat’s Paw Anigozanthos manglesii Mangles Kangaroo Paw x x Anigozanthos viridis Green Kangaroo Paw x x Arundo donax* Giant Reed x Asparagus asparagoides* Bridal Creeper x Asphodelus fistulosus* Onion Weed x x Austrostipa compressa x Austrostipa flavescens x Draft – September 2016 x x x x Appendix 2: Page 33 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Avena barbata* Conservation Code NatureMap Town of Claremont Natural Area Bearded Oat x x Baumea articulata Jointed Rush x x Baumea juncea Bare Twigrush x x x x x x Baumea preissii Bolboschoenus caldwellii Marsh Club-rush Bromus arenarius Sand Brome x Bromus diandrus* Great Brome x Burchardia congesta x x Caladenia flava subsp. flava x Caladenia latifolia Pink Fairy Orchid Carex divisa* Divided Sedge Carex thecata x x x Catapodium rigidum* Rigid Fescue x Cenchrus clandestinus* Kikuyu Grass x Cenchrus purpureus* Elephant Grass x Cenchrus setaceus* Fountain Grass x x x Centrolepis drummondiana x Conostylis aculeata subsp. cygnorum x x Conostylis candicans subsp. candicans x x x Corynotheca micrantha var. micrantha x Cyanicula gemmata x x x Cynodon dactylon* Draft – September 2016 Couch x Appendix 2: Page 34 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Conservation Code NatureMap Cyperus brevifolius* Kyllinga Weed x Cyperus gymnocaulos Spiny Flat-sedge x Cyperus tenuiflorus* Scaly Sedge x Cyrtostylis huegelii x Cyrtostylis robusta x Desmocladus asper x Dianella revoluta Blueberry Lily Dichelachne crinita Longhair Plumegrass Dichopogon preissii Town of Claremont Natural Area x x x x x x x x Dielsia stenostachya Digitaria sanguinalis* Crab Grass x Echinochloa crus-pavonis* South American Barnyard Grass x Ehrharta brevifolia var. cuspidata* x Ehrharta longiflora* Annual Veldt Grass x Elythranthera brunonis Purple Enamel Orchid x Elythranthera emarginata Pink Enamel Orchid x Enchylaena tomentosa Barrier Saltbush x Eriachne ovata x Eriochilus dilatatus subsp. multiflorus x Ficinia nodosa Knotted Club Rush x Gladiolus angustus* Long-tubed Painted Lady x Haemodorum paniculatum Mardja Draft – September 2016 x x x Appendix 2: Page 35 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Hordeum leporinum* Barley Grass Hypolaena fastigiata Nodding Club-rush Isolepis marginata* Coarse Club-rush Juncus kraussii subsp. australiensis Pale Rush Lepidosperma calcicola Lepidosperma gladiatum Town of Claremont x x x x x x x x x x x x Coast Sword-sedge x Leporella fimbriata Hare Orchid Lolium rigidum Rye Grass Lolium temulentum forma temulentum* x x x Tufted Mat Rush x Lomandra hermaphrodita x Lomandra micrantha subsp. micrantha x Lomandra nigricans x Lomandra preissii x Meeboldina scariosa Neurachne alopecuroidea Foxtail Mulga Grass Orthrosanthus laxus var. laxus Morning Iris Patersonia occidentalis Purple Flag Phalaris minor* Lesser Canary Grass Draft – September 2016 Natural Area x Lepidosperma scabrum Lomandra caespitosa NatureMap x Isolepis cernua Juncus pallidus Conservation Code x x x x x x x x x Appendix 2: Page 36 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Pheladenia deformis Conservation Code NatureMap Date Palm Poa drummondiana Knotted Poa Poa porphyroclados x x x x Posidonia australis Fibreball Weed x Pterostylis vittata Banded Greenhood x Pyrorchis nigricans Red Beaks, Elephants Ears x Rostraria cristata* x Rytidosperma caespitosum x Rytidosperma occidentale x Lake Club-rush Schoenus curvifolius x x x Schoenus grandiflorus Large Flowered Bogrush x Sowerbaea laxiflora Purple Tassels x Spinifex longifolius Beach Spinifex x Sporobolus virginicus Marine Couch x Stenotaphrum secundatum* Buffalo Grass x Thelymitra campanulata Shirt Orchid x Thysanotus arenarius x Triglochin isingiana x Triglochin striata x Triglochin trichophora x Draft – September 2016 Natural Area x Phoenix dactylifera* Schoenoplectus validus Town of Claremont Appendix 2: Page 37 of 50 Scientific Name Common Name Conservation Code NatureMap Typha orientalis* Vulpia myuros forma myuros* Xanthorrhoea preissii Town of Claremont Natural Area x x x x x Grass Tree, Balga Pteridophyte (Fern) Adiantum capillus-veneris Maidenhair Anogramma leptophylla Annual Fern P2 x x (Sources: NatureMap, Town of Claremont revegetation species, Natural Area) * Denotes introduced species Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 38 of 50 2.5 Lake Claremont Significant Weeds Swan Region Ranking legend: N = negligible (no action), L = low (containment at key sites), M = medium (control to reduce or contain), H = high (eradication or control to reduce), VH = very high (eradication) Town of Claremont removal priorities: low, moderate, high, very high Abbreviations: WoNS = Weed of National Significance 2.5.1 Woody Weed Species Swan Region ToC Ranking Ranking Scientific Name Common Name Brachychiton populneus Kurrajong M 6 5+ years Eucalyptus botryoides Swamp Mahogany M 11 5+ years Eucalyptus camaldulensis River Red Gum L 11 5+ years Eucalyptus citriodora Lemon Scented Gum M 11 5+ years Eucalyptus cladocalyx Sugar Gum M 11 5+ years Eucalyptus globulus Tasmanian Blue Gum N 11 5+ years Eucalyptus maculata Spotted Gum M 11 5+ years Eucalyptus saligna Sydney Blue Gum N 11 5+ years Ficus macrophylla (Except Stirling Rd Park) Moreton Bay Fig Lagunaria patersonii Norfolk Island Hibiscus N 11 Leptospermum laevigatum Victorian Tea Tree H 12 Melaleuca quinquenervia Broadleaf Paperbark Melia azedarach Cape Lilac N 11 Nerium oleander Oleander L 11 Populus sp. White and Lombard’s Poplar N 9 Schinus terebinthifolius Brazilian Pepper M 9 Tamarix aphylla Athel Tree, Athel Pine or Tamerix Tree H 9 Willow sp. Weeping, Chilean Willow L 11 Draft – September 2016 WoNS Timing Next 15 Years Next 5 Years Next 5 Years 8 12 5+ years Y Next 5 Years Next 5 Years Next 5 Years Next 5 Years Next 5 Years Next 5 Years Appendix 2: Page 39 of 50 2.5.1 Other Weed Species Swan Region Ranking Scientific Name Common Name Achillea millefolium Yarrow N Agave americana Century Plant L Ailanthus altissima Tree of Heaven N Ambrosia psilostachya Perennial Ragweed N Arctotheca calendula Cape Weed L Argyranthemum frutescens subsp. foeniculaceum Marguerite Daisy N Arundo donax Giant Reed L Asparagus asparagoides Bridal Creeper L Asphodelus fistulosus Onion Weed L Avena barbata Bearded Oat L Bacopa monnieri Bacopa L Bromus diandrus Great Brome L Cakile maritima Sea Rocket L Carex divisa Divided Sedge L Carpobrotus edulis Hottentot Fig N Catapodium rigidum Rigid Fescue L Cerastium glomeratum Mouse Ear Chickweed L Chenopodium murale Green Fat Hen, Nettle-leaf Goosefoot L Chrysanthemum coronarium Crown Daisy N Crassula thunbergiana Stonecrop N Cymbalaria muralis subsp. muralis Ivy-leafed Toadflax L Cynodon dactylon Couch L Cyperus brevifolius Kyllinga Weed, Mullumbimby Couch N Cyperus tenuiflorus Scaly Sedge N Diplotaxis muralis Wall Rocket N Diplotaxis tenuifolia Lincoln Weed, Sand Rocket N Echinochloa crus-pavonis South American Barnyard Grass N Ehrharta brevifolia var. cuspidata Veldt Grass N Ehrharta longiflora Annual Veldt Grass L Draft – September 2016 ToC Ranking WoNS Y Appendix 2: Page 40 of 50 Swan Region Ranking Scientific Name Common Name Emex australis Double Gee L Erodium cicutarium Common Storksbill N Euphorbia peplus Petty Spurge N Ferraria crispa Black Flag M Foeniculum vulgare Fennel N Fumaria capreolata Whiteflower Fumitory L Gamochaeta coarctata Spiked Cudweed N Geranium molle Dove’s Foot Cranesbill N Gladiolus angustus Long-tubed Painted Lady L Heliophila pusilla Heliophila N Hordeum leporinum Barley Grass N Isolepis marginata Coarse Club-rush N Lactuca serriola Prickly Lettuce M Lantana camara Lantana L Lavandula dentata var. candicans French Lavender N Lobularia maritima Alyssum, Sweet Alyssum L Lupinus cosentinii West Australian Blue Lupin H Lysimachia arvensis Malva parviflora Scarlet Pimpernel, Blue Pimpernel Marshmallow, Smallflowered Mallow WoNS Y N N Melilotus indicus Common Melilot M Misopates orontium Lesser Snapdragon L Monoculus monstrosus Stinking Roger L Nerium oleander Oleander L Oenothera drummondii subsp. drummondii Coastal Evening Primrose, Beach Evening Primrose M Oxalis pes-caprae Soursob L Oxalis purpurea Purple Oxalis, Largeflower Wood Sorrel L Pelargonium capitatum Rose Pelargonium L Phalaris minor Lesser Canary Grass L Polycarpon tetraphyllum Fourleaf Allseed L Raphanus raphanistrum Wild Radish N Draft – September 2016 ToC Ranking Appendix 2: Page 41 of 50 Swan Region Ranking Scientific Name Common Name Rhamnus alaternus Buckthorn H Rumex crispus Curled Dock L Sagina apetala Common Pearlwort N Sagina procumbens Spreading Pearlwort N Scabiosa atropurpurea Purple Pincushion M Senecio elegans Purple Groundsel L Silene gallica var. gallica French Catchfly N Silene gallica var. quinquevulnera French Catchfly N Silene nocturna Mediterranean Catchfly N Solanum linnaeanum Apple of Sodom M Sonchus oleraceus Common Sowthistle N Stenotaphrum secundatum Buffalo Grass L Tribulus terrestris Caltrop M Trifolium incarnatum var. incarnatum Crimson Clover L Tropaeolum majus Nasturtium N Urtica urens Stinging Nettle, Small Nettle L Vicia sativa Common Vetch N Watsonia borbonica Watsonia H Draft – September 2016 ToC Ranking WoNS Appendix 2: Page 42 of 50 2.6 Example Fungi at Lake Claremont Egg-yolk Fungus (Bolbitius vitellinus) Cap 10 – 50 mm wide, pale yellow stem. Found in grassy areas, woodchips and rich organic areas. Shaggy Parasol (Chlorophyllum brunneum) Cap to 200 mm, coarsely scaly. Found in garden beds, compost and soil. Impatient Ink Cap (Coprinellus impatiens) Smooth cap 3 – 25 mm. Found in woodchips, rich litter and/or soil. Hairy Ink Cap (Coprinopsis lagopus) Cap 5 – 35 mm. Found in woodchips, rich litter and/or soil and lawn. Crepidotus prostratus Cap to 70 mm, short stem. Found in litter and/or soil attached to buried wood often near base of eucalypt. Dusky Helmets (Panaeolus fimicola) Cap 10 – 30 mm, tall, stiff stem. Found in grassy areas, parks, and playing fields. Photographs: Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd Information: Bougher, 2009 Golden Splash Tooth (Phlebia subceracea) Golden yellow blunt teeth up to 1.5 mm in flat patches. Found on dead wood. Common Rosegill (Volvariella speciosa) Cap to 120 mm wide, slimy, tall stem. Found in grass, woodchips, rich organic beds. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 43 of 50 3.0 Assessment Reference Information 3.1 Vegetation Type Assessment Methodology The vegetation type was determined using the structural classes described in Bush Forever Volume 2 (Government of Western Australia, 2000), and records dominant over storey, middle and understorey species. A Trimble GPS unit was used to differentiate the locations of the vegetation types across the site and assist with mapping outcomes. A description of the various structural classes is provided below. Vegetation structural classes Canopy Percentage Cover Life Form/Height Class 100 – 70% 70 – 30% 30 - 10% 10 – 2 % Trees over 30 m Tall closed forest Tall open forest Tall woodland Tall open woodland Trees 10 – 30 m Closed forest Open forest Woodland Open woodland Trees under 10 m Low closed forest Low open forest Low woodland Low open woodland Tree Mallee Closed tree mallee Tree mallee Open tree mallee Shrub Mallee Closed shrub mallee Shrub mallee Open shrub mallee Very open tree mallee Very open shrub mallee Closed tall scrub Tall open scrub Tall shrubland Tall open shrubland Closed heath Open heath Shrubland Open shrubland Shrubs under 1 m Closed low heath Open low heath Low shrubland Low open shrubland Grasses Closed grassland Grassland Open grassland Very open grassland Herbs Closed herbland Herbland Open herbland Very open herbland Sedges Closed sedgeland Sedgeland Open sedgeland Very open sedgeland Shrubs over 2 m Shrubs 1 – 2 m (Source: Government of Western Australia 2000) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 44 of 50 3.2 Vegetation Condition Vegetation condition was assessed using the rating scale attributed to Keighery in Bush Forever Volume 2 (Government of Western Australia, 2000). A Trimble GPS unit was used to differentiate the locations of the vegetation condition across the site and assist with mapping outcomes. A description of the rating scale is provided below. Vegetation condition ratings Category Description 1 Pristine Pristine or nearly so, no obvious signs of disturbance. 2 Excellent Vegetation structure intact, disturbance affecting individual species and weeds are nonaggressive species. 3 Very Good Vegetation structure altered obvious signs of disturbance. For example, disturbance to vegetation structure caused by repeated fires, the presence of some more aggressive weeds, dieback, logging and grazing. 4 Good Vegetation structure significantly altered by very obvious signs of multiple disturbances. Retains basic vegetation structure or ability to regenerate it. For example, disturbance to vegetation structure caused by very frequent fires, the presence of some very aggressive weeds at high density, partial clearing, dieback and grazing. 5 Degraded Basic vegetation structure severely impacted by disturbance. Scope for regeneration but not to a state approaching good condition without intensive management. For example, disturbance to vegetation structure caused by very frequent fires, the presence of very aggressive weeds, partial clearing, dieback and grazing. 6 Completely The structure of the vegetation is no longer intact and the area is completely or almost Degraded completely without native species. These areas are often described as 'parkland cleared' with the flora comprising weed or crop species with isolated native trees or shrubs. (Source: Government of Western Australia 2000) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 45 of 50 3.3 Conservation Code Descriptions Western Australia Conservation Code T Name Description Threatened Flora or fauna that is rare or likely to become extinct (Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Taxa that have been adequately searched for and deemed to be in the wild either rare, in danger of extinction, or otherwise in need of special protection, and have been gazetted as such. X Presumed Extinct Flora or fauna that is presumed to be extinct in the wild (Schedule 2 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Taxa which have been adequately searched for and there is no reasonable doubt that the last individual has died, and have been gazetted as such. IA International Birds protected under international agreement Agreement (Schedule 3 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Birds that are subject to an agreement between governments of Australia and other countries relating to the protection of migratory birds and birds in danger of extinction S Specially Other specially protected fauna Protected (Schedule 4 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Fauna that is in need of special protection, otherwise than for the reasons listed in other schedules of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950. Schedule 1 species that are ranked by the DEC according to their level of threat using IUCN Red List criteria CR Critically Species considered to be facing an extremely high risk of endangered extinction within the wild EN Endangered Species considered to be facing a very high risk of extinction within the wild VU Vulnerable Species considered to be facing a high risk of extinction in the wild Taxa that have not been adequately surveyed for listing under Schedule 1 or 2 of the Wildlife Protection Act are added to the Priority Lists under priorities 1, 2 or 3, according to the priority for further survey and evaluation of their conservation status. 1 Priority One Poorly known taxa Taxa which are known from one or a few collections or sight records (generally <5), on all lands not managed for conservation, such as road verges, urban areas, farmland, active mineral lease and under threat of habitat destruction or degradation. Taxa may be included if they are comparatively well known from one or more localities but do not meet adequacy of survey requirements and appear to be under immediate threat from known threatening processes. 2 Priority Two Poorly known taxa Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 46 of 50 Conservation Code Name Description Taxa which are known from one or a few collections or sight records, some of which are on lands not under imminent threat of habitat destruction or degradation, such as national parks, conservation parks, nature reserves, State forest, vacant Crown land, water reserves and similar. Taxa may be included if they are comparatively well known from one or more localities but do not meet adequacy of survey requirements and appear to be under threat from known threatening processes 3 Poorly known taxa Priority Three Taxa that are known collections or sight records from several localities not under imminent threat, or from few but widespread localities with either large size or significant remaining areas of apparently suitable habitat, much of it not under imminent threat. Taxa may be included if they are comparatively well known from several localities but do not meet adequacy of survey requirements and known threatening processes exist that could affect them. 4 Priority Four Rare or near threatened and other taxa in need of monitoring Rare: Taxa which are considered to have been adequately surveyed, or for which sufficient knowledge is available, and that are considered not currently threatened or in need of special protection, but could be if present circumstances change. These taxa are usually represented on conservation lands. Near threatened: Taxa that are considered to have been adequately surveyed and that to not qualify for Conservation Dependent, but that are close to qualifying for vulnerable. Taxa that have been removed from the list of threatened species during the past five years for reasons other than taxonomy. 5 Priority Five Conservation Dependent Taxa Taxa that are not threatened but are subject to a specific conservation program, the cessation of which would result in the taxa becoming threatened within five years. (Source: Department of Parks and Wildlife, 2014) Commonwealth Category Description Critically Endangered Taxa facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the immediate future Endangered Taxa facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future Vulnerable Taxa facing a high risk of extinction in the wild in the medium term (Source: Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities, 2014) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 47 of 50 4.0 References Australia. National Resource Management Ministerial Council. (2007). Australian Weeds Strategy – A national strategy for weed management in Australia. Commonwealth of Australia: Canberra. http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/invasive/weeds/publications/strategies/pubs/weed -strategy.pdf [verified 28 January 2016]. Australian Network for Plant Conservation Inc. (2012). Myrtle Rust – A New Threat to Australia’s Biodiversity. Unpublished Training Course Notes presented by the Australian Network for Plant Conservation. Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 (WA) Bougher, N. (2009). Fungi of the Perth Region and Beyond – A Self-Managed Field Book. Retrieved in November 2014 from http://www.fungiperth.org.au/Fieldbook-all/Perth-Fungi-Field-Book.html Brown, K., and Brooks, K. (2002). Bushland Weeds – A Practical Guide to their Management. Environmental Weeds Action Network, Perth, Western Australia. Ecoscape. 2002. Western Suburbs Greening Plan. Retrieved in June 2016 from http://www.nedlands.wa.gov.au/sites/default/files/Western%20Suburbs%20Greening%20Plan.pdf Department of Environment. (2014a). Categories of Threatened Species. Retrieved in November 2014 from http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/species.html. Department of Environment. (2014b). Weeds of National Significance. Retrieved in October 2014 from http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/invasive/weeds/weeds/lists/wons.html. Department of Environment. (2014c). National Environmental Alert List. Retrieved in October 2014 from http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/invasive/weeds/weeds/lists/alert.html. Department of Environment and Conservation. (2011). Standard Operating Procedure No. 22.1 – Techniques for Mapping Weed Distribution and Cover in Bushland and Wetlands. Retrieved in November 2014 from http://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/images/documents/plantsanimals/monitoring/sop/sop221_weed_mapping.pdf. Department of Parks and Wildlife. (2013). Weed Prioritisation Process for DPaW (formerly DEC) – An Integrated Approach to Weed Management on DPaW Lands in WA. Retrieved in October 2014 from http://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/plants-and-animals/plants/weeds/156-how-does-dpaw-manage-weeds. Department of Parks and Wildlife. (2014a). Conservation Codes. Available World Wide Web URL: http://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/images/documents/plants-animals/threatenedspecies/Listings/Conservation_code_definitions_18092013.pdf, accessed November 2014. Department of Parks and Wildlife. (2014b). Weed Species of Western Australia. Retrieved in November 2014 from https://florabase.dpaw.wa.gov.au/weeds/. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 48 of 50 Department of Parks and Wildlife. (2014c). What are Weeds?. Retrieved in October 2014 from http://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/plants-and-animals/plants/weeds/153-what-are-weeds. Fischer, S. 2010. Report on preliminary consultations with Noongar Elders regarding the Lake Claremont Park Draft Concept Plan and Draft Management Plan, and the proposed installation of a water feature at the Town of Claremont Council Chambers, Stirling Highway, Claremont WA. Fisher Research: Perth. Friends of Lake Claremont. (2015). Personal Communication. Fuherer, B. (2011). A Field Guide to Australian Fungi. Bloomings Books, Melbourne Australia. Gole, Cheryl. (2006). The Southwest Australia Ecoregion: Jewel of the Australian Continent. Southwest Australia Ecoregion Initiative, Perth, Western Australia Government of Western Australian. (2000). Bush Forever, Volume 2. Government of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia. Haynes, B. (2014). Chairman, Lake Claremont Management Committee. Personal Communication. Head, A. (2014). Town of Claremont. Personal Communication. Hercock, M. J. (1997). Appreciating the biodiversity of remnant bushland: an ‘architectural’ approach. Environmentalist, 17(4), 249-258. doi: 10.1023/A:1018593109738 Hussey, B., Keighery, G., Dodd, J., Lloyd, S., and Cousens, R. (2007). Western Weeds – A Guide to the Weeds of Western Australia (2nd Edition). The Plant Protection Society of Western Australia, Victoria Park, Western Australia. Moore, J., and Wheeler, J. (2008). Southern Weeds and Their Control – DAFWA Bulletin 4744. Western Australian Agriculture Authority, Western Australia. Paap, T., Burgess, T., and Hardy, G. (2013). Quambalaria coyrecup Canker Disease of Corymbia calophylla (Marri) in the southwest of Western Australia. Retrieved November 2014 from www.bottomupdata.com.au/roleybushcare/marricanker_murdoch_2013.pdf. Post. Lake Fire A 'Disaster'. Post, 19 January 1994. Perth, Western Australia. Robin, Libby, Joslin Moore, Sharon Willoughby and Sara Maroske. 2011. Aliens from the garden. Retrieved in April 2015 from http://soac.fbe.unsw.edu.au/2011/papers/SOAC2011_0027_final(1).pdf Scott, P., Burgess, T., Barber, P., Shearer, B., Stukely, M., Hardy, G., Jung, T. (2009). Phytophthora multivora sp. nov., a new species recovered from declining Eucalyptus, Banksia, Agonis and other plant species in Western Australia. Persoonia 22, 1–13. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 49 of 50 Simpson, G. (2014). Town of Claremont. Personal Communication. Western Australia. Department of Environmental Protection. (2004). Environmental Protection of Wetlands. Department of Environmental Protection, Policy Statement 4, Perth. Available at: http://www.epa.wa.gov.au/EPADocLib/1034_PS4.pdf [accessed 4 January 2016]. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 2: Page 50 of 50 INFRASTRUCTURE LAKE CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2016-21 PUBLIC CONSULTATION LCMP APPENDIX 3 2016 DRAFT 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 4 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016 - 21 FAUNA VALUES - APPENDIX 3 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Development Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), wrote the first four drafts of this management plan with guidance and assistance from officers of the Town. The Lake Claremont Advisory Committee, Friends of Lake Claremont and the Claremont Council revised those drafts. Officers of the Town of Claremont completed subsequent drafts of this management plan and appendices. Disclaimer Natural Area Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Natural Area Consulting Management Services (Natural Area), has prepared Drafts 1 to 4 of this plan for the sole use of the Client to assist with assessing the suitability of our proposed solution/s and engaging our services. This document may not be relied upon by any other party without the express written agreement of Natural Area. Confidentiality This document contains valuable and commercially sensitive information. This document is intended for the recipient’s sole use and the information contained herein is not to be used for any purpose other than that intended. Improper use of the information in this document may result in an action for damages arising from the misuse. Document Control Version Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Ver. 1 23 October 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 1a 10 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 2 24 November 2014 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 3 27 January 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 4 24 February 2015 Sue Brand Luke Summers Luke Summers Ver. 5 April 2015 Greg Simpson Ver. 6 December 2016 Greg Simpson Ver. 7 February 2016 Greg Simpson Andrew Head Stephen Goode Draft 8 September 2016 Greg Simpson Andrew Head Stephen Goode Draft – September 2016 No review - Tabled Deferred pending with TOC Executive Recreation Working Management Group Party review Not progressed as Recreation Working Party review was not finalised Appendix 3: Page i Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Contents 1.0 Fauna Values............................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Birds ...................................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Mammals .............................................................................................................................................. 2 1.2.1 Native Mammals........................................................................................................................... 2 1.2.2 Dogs .............................................................................................................................................. 2 1.2.3 Cats ............................................................................................................................................... 3 1.2.4 Foxes ............................................................................................................................................. 3 1.3 Reptiles ................................................................................................................................................. 3 1.4 Amphibians ........................................................................................................................................... 4 1.5 Invertebrates ........................................................................................................................................ 4 1.6 Significant Fauna Species...................................................................................................................... 4 1.6.1 Birds .............................................................................................................................................. 4 1.6.2 Invertebrates ................................................................................................................................ 5 1.6.3 Mammals ...................................................................................................................................... 5 1.6.4 Reptiles ......................................................................................................................................... 5 2.0 Fauna Monitoring ..................................................................................................................................... 5 3.0 Supporting Data........................................................................................................................................ 7 3.1 Examples of Bird Species Utilising Lake Claremont .............................................................................. 7 3.2 Combined Species List .......................................................................................................................... 9 3.3 Aquatic Invertebrates (Murdoch University Surveys) ........................................................................ 20 3.4 Conservation Codes ............................................................................................................................ 23 4.0 References .............................................................................................................................................. 25 Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page ii Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 1.0 Fauna Values Numerous environmental factors influence the presence of fauna at the Lake Claremont, including the flora, the position within the landscape and habitat structure. With a winter-wet, ephemeral wetland surrounded by a buffer of mainly indigenous riparian vegetation and dry land patches of remnant and revegetated Banksia Eucalypt woodland, the site supports a diverse array of terrestrial and aquatic birds and other types of fauna. A review of NatureMap (Department of Parks and Wildlife, 2014c), Birds Australia (2003), the Town of Claremont (2014 and 2015 pers. com.) indicate fauna of the Lake Claremont and its surrounds is likely to include: 4 species of amphibians; 96 species of birds; 61 taxa of aquatic macroinvertebrates; 42 terrestrial macroinvertebrates; 12 mammals; and 24 reptiles. While NatureMap can be searched as a polygon, Natural Area selected a 2 km buffer search to provide an indication of species that could occur around and migrate to Lake Claremont. In some cases, the listed species will be an indication of what have occurred in the past, prior to the changes that have taken place at the site since European settlement. Urbanisation related disturbances, along with the presence of foxes, dogs and cats mean that the current abundance of and diversity of indigenous fauna is much lower than the carrying capacity of the habitat. Species lists appear in Sections 3.2 and 3.3. 1.1 Birds Birds are the most diverse vertebrate group to utilise the area with both wetland and dry land species present. Volunteers connected with FOLC and national birding associations have carried out bird surveys at Lake Claremont on a quarterly basis since 1993. Data from these surveys is available on request from the Town of Claremont (TOC). The lake has a range of water depths that cater to a range of grazing birds, such as ibis and heron, as well as deeper water areas that cater to swans that feed from the lake bottom if it is within reach of their long neck, and diving birds such as some of the ducks and grebes. Islands, artificial nest boxes, naturally recruiting emergent plants and dead tree trunks within the lake bed provide refuge and roosting areas for birds away from predators such as foxes, dogs and cats. The presence of small bush birds such as thornbills and wrens are an indicator of revegetation success. Photographs of a sample of the bird species sighted at Lake Claremont appear in Section 3.1. Bird species present at the site included a number of introduced species, namely: Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus haematodus) Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaehollandiae) Laughing Turtledove (Streptopelia chinensis) Spotted Turtledove (Streptopelia senegalensis) Little Corella (Cacatua sanguinea) Long Billed Corella (Cacatua tenuirostris) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 1 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values The Rainbow Lorikeet, Long Billed and the Little Corella are known to compete with native bird and mammal species for nesting hollows and Natural Area observes a nesting box in the north-western portion of the nature space occupied by Rainbow Lorikeets. Ravens are highly intelligent ferocious omnivores that predate frogs, smaller adults and chicks of smaller bird species and turtles. Their predatory habits, ability to communicate and remember locations of food and large flock sizes supported by scraps and pet feeding stations is now having a major impact on the indigenous fauna of the site. These pest species are or are likely to become problematic within the area and active control may be required to reduce numbers to an acceptable level. The introduced Kookaburra also competes with native species for reptiles, bush birds, and other small prey species. However, there would be major cultural issues associated with the control of this iconic Australian species. Impacts associated with the introduced Rock Doves (pigeons), Spotted Doves and Turtle Doves do not appear significant at this time. 1.2 Mammals Mammals present at Lake Claremont are limited due to disturbances at the site over many years. The most common mammal species encountered are the non-native mammals, including dogs (Canis familiaris), with domestic and feral cats (Felis catus) and foxes (Vulpes vulpes) also known at the site. 1.2.1 Native Mammals The presence of other mammals is likely to be limited to bats and the occasional possum. The Chocolate Wattled Bat (Chalinolobus morio) and the Gould’s Wattled Bat (Chalinolobus gouldii) have been recorded at the site (Head 2014 pers comm), and Brush-tailed Possum (Trichosurus vulpecula subsp. vulpecula) was noted in 2013 (Friends of Lake Claremont 2015 pers comm). Species such as the quoll and kangaroo have been locally extinct at the site for many years. 1.2.2 Dogs The recreational aspects of dog walking and off leash dog exercise are discussed in Section 2.1.3 of the Lake Claremont Management Plan. However, dogs are also relevant to fauna management at the site. This primary relates to owners and handlers who do not adhere to requirements to keep dogs on the leash in designated areas or allow their dog(s) to wander uncontrolled. Under the Dog Act 1976 (WA) the owner or person in control of a dog must ensure that: it does not attack or chase people or animals; it is wearing a suitable collar and identification tags; and if the dog is being exercised off the leash, that the leash can be readily reattached as required. When a dog is unrestrained, there is the potential for it to harass native birds and other native fauna species. In addition to injury or death, such incidents can interrupt feeding, result in nests with eggs/chicks being abandoned and stress which drives native fauna from the site. For this reason the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 (WA) places heavy penalties on the owners of dogs that harass and/or kill wildlife. Figure 1: Sign indicating impacts of dogs on birds During site assessment activities by Natural Area, a number of dogs were observed being exercised off their leash outside the designated dog exercise area. A notice on the lake bank near the western side indicated that a pair of swans had abandoned a nest with four eggs as a direct result of dog(s) (Figure 1). Since winter Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 2 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 2014, dog attacks have killed a nesting Black Pacific Duck in the remnant bushland, an adult Australian Shellduck on the turf area at Stirling Road Park and two fledgling cygnets from both the winter 2014 and winter 2015 broods were found dead with broken necks inside the dog prohibited zone at the southern end of the lake. Natural Area recommended a greater focus on education of dog owners utilising Lake Claremont and enforcement of compliance with the Dog Act 1976 (WA), especially with regard to restricted zones and leash requirements in designated areas of the Lake Claremont. 1.2.3 Cats Free roaming domestic and feral cats have been observed at Lake Claremont attacking and killing wildlife, including birds and lizards (Head 2014 pers. comm.). The implementation of the Cat Act 2011 (WA) requires owners to take responsibility for their animals and ensure they are sterilised, micro-chipped, and are wearing registration tags when in a public place. The Town of Claremont can impound cats roaming free within public places. Natural Area’s review of the Town of Claremont website revealed little information on the provisions of the Cat Act 2011 (WA) and found no evidence of a Cat Local Law. Natural Area recommended the development of a Cat Local Law and education package, including information added to the Town website, to inform the community of requirements and expectations associated with the full introduction of the Cat Act 2011 (WA). 1.2.4 Foxes Red Foxes (Vulpes vulpes) frequent Lake Claremont. While families of foxes were known to inhabit the den on the eastern peninsular in the past, they were eradicated and current foxes are considered transient visitors to the site (Head 2014 pers. comm.). 1.3 Reptiles One of the most commonly seen reptiles recorded at Lake Claremont is the Southwestern Snake-necked Turtle (Figure 2) or Narrow-breasted Snake-necked Turtle (Chelodina colliei). Previously, this species was known as ‘Oblong Turtles’ based on the previous wrongly assigned scientific name of Chelodina oblonga. Turtles aestivate in the mud of the lakebed during dry conditions and quickly become active in cooler months when water levels within the lake rise. Figure 2: Chelodina colliei – Southwestern or Narrow-breasted Snake-necked Turtle Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 3 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values A minimum of 15 lizard species are indicated on the NatureMap Report (Department of Parks and Wildlife 2014) as having the potential to occur at Lake Claremont. Species include skinks, monitors and bluetongue/bobtail lizards. This species richness is likely to be an under-representation given the differing habitat types offered in and around Lake Claremont. While NatureMap reports eight snake species as possibly occurring at Lake Claremont, the high level of urbanisation in the surrounding area is likely to limit the actual number of species present. Reptiles recorded at the site include the Shingleback or Bobtail (Tiliqua rugosa), Blue Tongue (Tiliqua occipitalis), Jan’s Banded Snake (Simoselaps bertholdi) and the Dugite (Pseudonaja affinis affinis) (Head 2014 pers. comm.). 1.4 Amphibians The presence of frogs and other amphibians is an indicator of a wetland area in ‘good’ condition. NatureMap indicates the probable presence of four amphibians within Lake Claremont, with the likelihood of more species being present with the range of habitats and food sources available. 1.5 Invertebrates NatureMap indicates the potential presence of a minimum of 42 terrestrial invertebrate species at Lake Claremont, with the likelihood that the number is much higher. Of note is the presence of the European Honeybee (Apis mellifera) which competes with native birds and other fauna species for nectar and tree hollows and other locations to create their hives. However, this competition needs to be balanced against the pollination services the introduced bees contribute in the absence of small mammals and some of the terrestrial bird species that would be expected in pristine natural bushland. On occasion the location of hives are in close proximity to where human activities occur within the site or they impact on the breeding of native bird species, so removal may be necessary and will be carried out in accordance with TOC’s feral bee management practices. Investigations of aquatic invertebrate species carried out by Murdoch University between 2012 and 2014 have identified species from 43 families and 66 genera (Section 3.3). As identification to species level was carried out in only a few instances, the actual aquatic species diversity will be much higher. A review of the taxa known to respond positively or negatively to eutrophication indicates the presence of many that are intolerant of eutrophication, such as the Anisoptera and some Hemiptera species (Davis and Christidis 1997). This finding is consistent with the documented improvement in water quality and revegetation activities that have occurred in recent years. 1.6 Significant Fauna Species The NatureMap report identifies a number of bird, reptile, mammal and invertebrate species as being conservation significant, either being listed under the Wildlife Protection Act 1950 (WA) and/or the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cwlth). These species are highlighted on the composite list provided in Section 3.2, and an explanation of conservation codes is provided in Section 3.4. 1.6.1 Birds The following significant bird species appear on the NatureMap report: Six bird species protected under international agreements that have been sighted at the site: (Eastern Great Egret (Ardea alba synonym Ardea modesta); Sharp-tailed Sandpiper (Calidris acuminate); Rainbow Bee-eater (Merops ornatus); Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia); Wood Sandpiper Tringa glareola); and Common Greenshank (Tringa nebularia). Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 4 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values The Priority 4 listed Australian Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus subsp. dubius) has been sighted at the lake and other Priority 4 bird species known to be found within the area include the Hooded Plover (Charadrius rubricollis) and Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus). Two threatened species sighted at the site are the Forest Red-tailed Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus banksia naso) and the Carnaby's Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus latirostris). The threatened Australasian Bittern (Botaurus poiciloptilus) has potential occur at the site. In addition to the above bird species, the site is recognised in Bush Forever (Government of Western Australia, 2000) for species subject to the Japan-Australia and China-Australia migratory bird agreements. 1.6.2 Invertebrates NatureMap nominated the Priority 4 Graceful Sun Moth (Synemon gratiosa) as the only conservation significant invertebrate species having the potential to occur at the Lake Claremont and its surrounds. The Graceful Sun Moth relies on the presence of Lomandra maritima or hermaphrodita for a significant portion of its life. As neither species has been recorded at the site, the presence of the Graceful Sun Moth is unlikely. The moth also inhabits Banksia Woodlands, so there is a possibility of reintroduction in the longer term as stands of Banksia habitat become established and mature within the revegetated areas. 1.6.3 Mammals Two mammals as listed on NatureMap as being conservation significant are the threatened Chuditch or Western Quoll Dasyurus geoffroii) and the Priority 4 Native Water-rat (Hydromys chrysogaster). The Chuditch is not expected due to the urbanisation disturbances that have occurred at the site over time and the presence of foxes. The Native Water-rat is not expected due to the seasonal nature of the wetland and no other freshwater wetlands in close proximity that could provide a refuge during summer months. 1.6.4 Reptiles The only conservation significant reptile species that NatureMap reports is the Priority 3 listed Black-striped Snake (Neelaps calonotos), but a sighting of this snake has not been recorded for the site. 2.0 Fauna Monitoring Under current TOC budgets and staffing levels, volunteers the most likely groups to undertake fauna survey activities at Lake Claremont. The most common monitoring method for volunteers (citizen scientists) is the recording of targeted or opportunistic sightings of species. This method will usually involve individuals recording sightings of species each time they visit the site, or a group of volunteers arranging a fauna monitoring session on a particular date. The development of a simple recording instruments or applications that includes the date, time, observer and location will be useful. Species can be identified using a range of readily available references or by seeking assistance from a biologist, zoologist or other experienced person. Observation methods include: Standing in one location for a nominated period of time and recording all species observed; this method will also enable an estimation of population numbers. Walking transects or grids and recording species. Photographing species during survey activities allows later identification of unfamiliar species. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 5 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Trail cameras (camera traps) are also becoming increasingly common, however they need to be deployed and used in a manner that does not contravene the Surveillance Devices Act 1998 (WA) by capturing identifiable images of people (i.e. covert vs overt photography). Things to remember when undertaking fauna surveys: Consider the timing of the day; some species are active throughout the day while others are more prevalent at dawn and dusk. Do not get too close to the animal(s) being observed. Keep observer numbers in a particular area to a minimum (e.g. one or two), so animals are not crowded and become nervous. Photographing species is common, so a good camera with a zoom lens is a very useful tool. Look for secondary signs of animals such as their calls scats, tracks, dens, burrows, diggings and webs. For personal safety, consider the environment (e.g. keep out of the water and avoid getting too close to steep banks). Dress appropriately with trousers and enclosed shoes as a minimum. Frequently species names change, so ensure names are current when compiling the species lists. As familiarity with species is develops over time the ability to recognise a bird from its calls or the presence of a particular species because of its tracks becomes easier. Useful references: Department of Parks and Wildlife have developed a series of standard operating procedures for fauna monitoring activities, including the remote operation of cameras and observing animals from secondary signs. Reference books include: - Tracks, Scats and Other Traces – A Field Guide to Australian Mammals (Triggs 2013). - Guide to the Wildlife of the Perth Region (Nevill 2005). - Field Companion to the Mammals of Australia (Van Dyck et al. 2013). - A Complete Guide to Reptiles of Australia (Wilson and Swan 2013). - Bird Field Guides – various authors and dates. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 6 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 3.0 Supporting Data 3.1 Examples of Bird Species Utilising Lake Claremont Black-winged Stilt (Himantopus himantopus) Dusky Moorhen (Gallinula tenebrosa) Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) *Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) Straw-necked Ibis (Threskiornis spinicollis) Australian Shelduck (Tadorna tadornoides) Australian White Ibis (Threskiornis molucca) Pink-eared Duck (Malacorhynchus membranaceus) Pacific Black Duck (Anas superciliosa) Grey Butcherbird (Cracticus torquatus) Red Wattlebird (Anthochaera carunculata) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 7 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values *Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus haematodus) Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) Silver Gull (Larus novaehollandiae) Australasian Grebe (Tachybaptus novaehollandiae) Willie Wagtail (Rhipidura leucophrys) Australian Ringneck, Twenty-eight (Barnardius zonarius) (* denotes introduced species) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 8 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 3.2 Combined Species List Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Anura Heleioporus eyrei Moaning Frog Anura Heleioporus psammophilus Sand Frog Anura Limnodynastes dorsalis Western Banjo Frog Anura Litoria moorei Motorbike Frog Anseriformes Anas castanea Anseriformes Cons. Code NM ToC BA Chestnut Teal x x Anas gracilis Grey Teal x x Anseriformes Anas platyrhynchos Mallard Anseriformes Anas rhynchotis Australasian (Australian) Shoveler x x Anseriformes Anas superciliosa Pacific Black Duck x x Anseriformes Aythya australis Hardhead x x Anseriformes Biziura lobata Musk Duck x x Anseriformes Chenonetta jubata Australian Wood Duck, Wood Duck x x Anseriformes Cygnus atratus Black Swan x x Anseriformes Malacorhynchus membranaceus Pink-eared Duck x x Anseriformes Oxyura australis Blue-billed Duck x x Anseriformes Stictonetta naevosa Freckled Duck x x Anseriformes Tadorna tadornoides Australian Shelduck, Mountain Duck x x Podicipediformes Podiceps cristatus Great Crested Grebe Podicipediformes Poliocephalus poliocephalus Hoary-headed Grebe Amphibian Bird Draft – September 2016 x x x Appendix 3: Page 9 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Podicipediformes Tachybaptus novaehollandiae Pelecaniformes ToC BA Australasian Grebe, Black-throated Grebe x x Anhinga melanogaster subsp. novaehollandiae Darter x x Pelecaniformes Ardea alba Great Egret x x Pelecaniformes Pelecanus conspicillatus Australian Pelican Pelecaniformes Phalacrocorax carbo Great Cormorant x x Pelecaniformes Phalacrocorax melanoleucos subsp. melanoleucos Little Pied Cormorant x x Pelecaniformes Phalacrocorax sulcirostris Little Black Cormorant x x Pelecaniformes Phalacrocorax varius Pied Cormorant x x Columbiformes Columba livia* Domestic Pigeon, Rock Dove x x Columbiformes Ocyphaps lophotes Crested Pigeon Columbiformes Streptopelia chinensis* Spotted Turtle-Dove x x Columbiformes Streptopelia senegalensis* Laughing Turtle-Dove x x Caprimulgiformes Podargus strigoides subsp. brachypterus Tawny Frogmouth x x Procellariiformes Dicaeum hirundinaceum Mistletoebird Sphenisciformes Eudyptula minor subsp. novaehollandiae Little Penguin Ciconiiformes Ardea novaehollandiae White-faced Heron x x Ciconiiformes Ardea pacifica White-necked Heron x x Ciconiiformes Botaurus poiciloptilus Australasian Bittern T Ciconiiformes Ixobrychus minutus subsp. dubius Australian Little Bittern P4 Ciconiiformes Nycticorax caledonicus Rufous (Nankeen) Night Heron x x Ciconiiformes Platalea flavipes Yellow-billed Spoonbill x x Ciconiiformes Plegadis falcinellus Glossy Ibis x x Draft – September 2016 Cons. Code IA NM x x Appendix 3: Page 10 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Ciconiiformes Threskiornis molucca Ciconiiformes ToC BA Australian White Ibis x x Threskiornis spinicollis Straw-necked Ibis x x Falconiformes Accipiter cirrocephalus Collared Sparrowhawk x x Falconiformes Accipiter fasciatus Brown Goshawk x x Falconiformes Circus approximans Swamp Harrier x x Falconiformes Elanus axillaris Black-shouldered Kite x x Falconiformes Falco cenchroides Nankeen Kestrel, Australian Kestrel x x Falconiformes Falco longipennis Australian Hobby x Falconiformes Falco longipennis subsp. longipennis Australian Hobby x x Falconiformes Haliastur sphenurus Whistling Kite x x Gruiformes Fulica atra Eurasian Coot x x Gruiformes Gallinula tenebrosa Dusky Moorhen x x Gruiformes Gallinula ventralis Black-tailed Native Hen x x Gruiformes Gallirallus philippensis Buff-banded Rail x x Gruiformes Porphyrio porphyrio Purple Swamphen x x Gruiformes Porzana fluminea Australian Spotted Crake x x Gruiformes Porzana pusilla Baillon's Crake x x Gruiformes Porzana tabuensis Spotless Crake x x Charadriiformes Anous tenuirostris subsp. melanops Australian Lesser Noddy Charadriiformes Calidris acuminata Sharp-tailed Sandpiper x x Charadriiformes Calidris ferruginea Curlew Sandpiper Charadriiformes Calidris subminuta Long-toed Stint Draft – September 2016 Cons. Code IA NM x x Appendix 3: Page 11 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Charadriiformes Charadrius melanops Black-fronted Dotterel Charadriiformes Charadrius rubricollis Hooded Plover Charadriiformes Cladorhynchus leucocephalus Banded Stilt Charadriiformes Erythrogonys cinctus Red-kneed Dotterel Charadriiformes Haematopus longirostris Pied Oystercatcher Charadriiformes Himantopus himantopus Black-winged Stilt Charadriiformes Larus dominicanus Kelp Gull Charadriiformes Larus novaehollandiae Silver Gull Charadriiformes Larus pacificus Pacific Gull Charadriiformes Recurvirostra novaehollandiae Red-necked Avocet Charadriiformes Sterna bergii Crested Tern Charadriiformes Sterna caspia Caspian Tern Charadriiformes Sterna fuscata subsp. nubilosa Sooty Tern Charadriiformes Sterna nereis Fairy Tern Charadriiformes Tringa glareola Wood Sandpiper Charadriiformes Tringa hypoleucos Common Sandpiper Charadriiformes Tringa nebularia Common Greenshank Charadriiformes Tringa stagnatilis Charadriiformes Cons. Code NM ToC BA x x P4 x x x x x x x x x x x IA x x x IA x x x x x Marsh Sandpiper x x Vanellus miles Masked Plover, Masked Lapwing x x Psittaciformes Barnardius zonarius Australian Ringneck, Twenty-eight x x Psittaciformes Cacatua roseicapilla Galah x x Psittaciformes Cacatua sanguinea Little Corella x x Draft – September 2016 IA Appendix 3: Page 12 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Psittaciformes Cacatua tenuirostris* Eastern Long-billed Corella Psittaciformes Calyptorhynchus banksia naso Forest Red-tailed Cockatoo Psittaciformes Calyptorhynchus latirostris Carnaby's Cockatoo Psittaciformes Glossopsitta porphyrocephala Purple-crowned Lorikeet Psittaciformes Purpureicephalus spurius Red-capped Parrot Psittaciformes Trichoglossus haematodus* Rainbow Lorikeet Cuculiformes Cacomantis flabelliformis Fan-tailed Cuckoo Cuculiformes Cacomantis pallidus Pallid Cuckoo Cuculiformes Chrysococcyx lucidus subsp. plagosus Shining Bronze Cuckoo Strigiformes Ninox novaeseelandiae subsp. boobook Boobook Owl, Southern Boobook Strigiformes Tyto alba Barn Owl Coraciiformes Dacelo novaeguineae subsp. novaeguineae* Laughing Kookaburra Coraciiformes Daphoenositta chrysoptera subsp. pileata Varied Sittella, Black-capped Sittella Coraciiformes Merops ornatus Rainbow Bee-eater Coraciiformes Todiramphus sanctus Passeriformes Cons. Code NM ToC BA x x T x x T x x x x x x x x x x x x x x Sacred Kingfisher x x Acanthiza apicalis Broad-tailed Thornbill, Inland Thornbill x x Passeriformes Acanthiza chrysorrhoa Yellow-rumped Thornbill Passeriformes Acanthorhynchus superciliosus Western Spinebill Passeriformes Anthochaera carunculata Red Wattlebird Passeriformes Anthochaera lunulata Western Little Wattlebird Passeriformes Anthus australis subsp. australis Australian Pipit Passeriformes Arctocephalus australis Australian Reed Warbler Draft – September 2016 IA x x x Appendix 3: Page 13 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Passeriformes Arctocephalus australis subsp. gouldi Australian Reed Warbler Passeriformes Arctocephalus stentoreus Clamorous Reed Warbler Passeriformes Colluricincla harmonica subsp. rufiventris Grey Shrike-thrush Passeriformes Coracina novaehollandiae Passeriformes ToC BA x x Black-faced Cuckoo-shrike x x Corvus coronoides subsp. perplexus Australian Raven x x Passeriformes Corvus splendens House Crow Passeriformes Cracticus nigrogularis Pied Butcherbird Passeriformes Cracticus tibicen Australian Magpie x x Passeriformes Cracticus torquatus Grey Butcherbird x x Passeriformes Eopsaltria australis subsp. griseogularis Western Yellow Robin Passeriformes Eopsaltria georgiana White-breasted Robin Passeriformes Epthianura albifrons White-fronted Chat x x Passeriformes Gerygone fusca Western Gerygone x Passeriformes Grallina cyanoleuca Magpie-lark x x Passeriformes Hirundo neoxena Welcome Swallow x x Passeriformes Hirundo nigricans Tree Martin x x Passeriformes Lalage tricolor White-winged Triller Passeriformes Lichenostomus virescens Singing Honeyeater x x Passeriformes Lichmera indistincta Brown Honeyeater x x Passeriformes Malurus lamberti Variegated Fairy-wren Passeriformes Malurus lamberti subsp. assimilis Variegated Fairy-wren Passeriformes Malurus splendens Splendid Fairy-wren Draft – September 2016 Cons. Code NM x Appendix 3: Page 14 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Cons. Code NM ToC BA Passeriformes Megalurus gramineus Little Grassbird x x Passeriformes Melopsittacus undulatus Budgerigar Passeriformes Myiagra inquieta Restless Flycatcher Passeriformes Pachycephala pectoralis Golden Whistler Passeriformes Pachycephala rufiventris Rufous Whistler x x Passeriformes Pandion haliaetus Osprey x Passeriformes Pardalotus punctatus Spotted Pardalote x Passeriformes Pardalotus striatus Striated Pardalote Passeriformes Petroica cucullata Hooded Robin Passeriformes Petroica goodenovii Red-capped Robin Passeriformes Petroica multicolor subsp. campbelli Scarlet Robin Passeriformes Phylidonyris nigra Passeriformes x x White-cheeked Honeyeater x x Phylidonyris novaehollandiae New Holland Honeyeater x x Passeriformes Rhipidura fuliginosa Grey Fantail x x Passeriformes Rhipidura leucophrys Willie Wagtail x x Passeriformes Sericornis frontalis subsp. maculatus White-browed Scrubwren Passeriformes Smicrornis brevirostris Weebill x x Passeriformes Zosterops lateralis Grey-breasted White-eye, Silvereye x x Passeriformes Zosterops lateralis Silvereye x Araneae Aname mainae Black Wishbone Spider x Araneae Araneus eburneiventris Orb-weaving Spider x Invertebrates Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 15 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Araneae Argiope trifasciata Banded Garden Spider x Araneae Artoria linnaei Wolf Spider x Araneae Artoria taeniifera Australian Wolf Spider x Araneae Austracantha minax Christmas Spider x Araneae Celaenia excavata Bird Dropping Spider x Araneae Cryptoerithus quobba Long Spinneret Ground Spider x Araneae Eriophora biapicata Garden Orb Weaving Spider x Araneae Idiosoma sigillatum West Australian Trapdoor Spider x Araneae Isopeda leishmanni Huntsman Spider x Araneae Lampona brevipes White Tailed Spider x Araneae Lampona cylindrata White Tailed Spider x Araneae Missulena occatoria Red Headed Mouse Spider x Araneae Mitzoruga insularis Ground Hunting Spider x Araneae Molycria vokes Long Spinneret Ground Spider x Araneae Oecobius navus Urban Wall Spider x Araneae Pholcus phalangioides Daddy Long-legs Spider x Araneae Raveniella arenacea x Araneae Raveniella subcirrata x Araneae Supunna funerea Sun Spider x Araneae Tetragnatha demissa Long-jawed Spider x Araneae Venator immansueta Western Rough Wolf Spider x Araneae Westrarchaea sinuosa Draft – September 2016 Cons. Code NM ToC BA x Appendix 3: Page 16 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Cons. Code NM ToC Geophilomorpha Mecistocephalus tahitiensis Marine Centipede Hymenoptera Apis mellifera* European Honeybee Hymenoptera Polistes humilis Eastern Paper Wasp Ixodida Amblyomma triguttatum Kangaroo Tick Lepidoptera Pieris rapae Cabbage White Butterfly Lepidoptera Synemon gratiosa Graceful Sun Moth Opiliones Ballarra longipalpus Harvestman Spider x Pseudoscorpiones Geogarypus taylori Taylor’s Pseudoscorpion x Pseudoscorpiones Lamprochernes savignyi Turkish Pseudoscorpions x Scolopendromorpha Cormocephalus aurantiipes Orange-footed Centipede x Scolopendromorpha Cormocephalus rubriceps Giant Centipede x Scolopendromorpha Notiasemus glauerti Centipede x Scorpiones Cercophonius granulosus Bark Scorpion x Scorpiones Cercophonius sulcatus Bark Scorpion x Scorpiones Urodacus novaehollandiae Sand Scorpion x Scorpiones Urodacus planimanus Black Scorpion, Rock Scorpion x Scutigeromorpha Allothereua maculata House Centipede x Trombidiformes Erythracarus decoris Free Living Mite x Carnivora Canis familiaris* Domestic Dog x Carnivora Felis catus* Domestic Cat x Chiroptera Chalinolobus gouldii Gould's Wattled Bat BA x x P4 x Mammal Draft – September 2016 x x Appendix 3: Page 17 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Chiroptera Chalinolobus morio Chiroptera Cons. Code NM ToC Chocolate Wattled Bat x x Vespadelus regulus Southern Forest Bat x Dasyuromorphia Dasyurus geoffroii Chuditch, Western Quoll Diprotodontia Macropus fuliginosus Western Grey Kangaroo x Diprotodontia Trichosurus vulpecula subsp. vulpecula Common Brushtail Possum x Rodentia Hydromys chrysogaster Water-rat Rodentia Mus musculus* House Mouse x Rodentia Rattus fuscipes Western Bush Rat x Rodentia Rattus rattus* Black Rat x Squamata Aprasia repens Sand-plain Worm-lizard x Squamata Brachyurophis fasciolatus subsp. fasciolatus Narrow-banded Shovel-nosed Snake x Squamata Ctenotus fallens West-coast Laterite Ctentotus x Squamata Cyclodomorphus celatus Western Slender Blue-tongue x Squamata Echiopsis curta Bardick x Squamata Egernia napoleonis South-western Crevice-skink x Squamata Hemiergis quadrilineata Two-toed Earless Skink x Squamata Lerista elegans Elegant Slider, West-coast Four Toed Lerista x Squamata Lerista lineopunctulata Squamata Lerista praepedita Squamata Lialis burtonis Burton's Legless Lizard x Squamata Menetia greyii Common dwarf skink x T P4 BA x x x Reptile Draft – September 2016 Dotted-line Robust Slider, West-coast Line Spotted Lerista Blunt-tailed West-coast Slider, Western Worm Lerista x x Appendix 3: Page 18 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Taxonomic Order Scientific Name Common Name Cons. Code NM Squamata Neelaps bimaculatus Black-naped Snake Squamata Neelaps calonotos Black-striped Snake Squamata Notechis scutatus Tiger Snake Squamata Pseudechis australis Mulga Snake x Squamata Pseudonaja affinis subsp. affinis Dugite x Squamata Pseudonaja mengdeni Western Brown Snake x Squamata Pygopus lepidopodus Common Scaly Foot x Squamata Ramphotyphlops australis Southern Blind Snake x Squamata Simoselaps bertholdi Jan's Banded Snake x Squamata Strophurus spinigerus subsp. spinigerus South-west Spiny-tailed Gecko x Squamata Tiliqua occipitalis Western Bluetongue x Squamata Tiliqua rugosa Shingleback, Bobtail Squamata Varanus gouldii Sand Monitor, Bungarra x Testudines Chelodina colliei Oblong Turtle x ToC BA x P3 x x x x x x x (Sources: NatureMap (NM), Town of Claremont (ToC), Birds Australia (BA)) * Denotes introduced species Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 19 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 3.3 Aquatic Invertebrates (Murdoch University Surveys) Phylum/Class Class/Order Annelida Hirudinea Leaches Annelida Oligochaeta Aquatic earthworms; Freshwater worms Arachnida Acariformes Arrenuridae Arrenuridae spp. Water mites Arachnida Acariformes Eylaidae Eylais spp. Red water mites Arachnida Acariformes Hydrachnidae Hydrachna spp. Red water mites Arachnida Acariformes Hydrodromidae Hydrodroma spp. Red water mites Arachnida Acariformes Limnesiidae Limnesia spp. Water mites Arachnida Acariformes Oxidae Oxus spp. Water mites Arachnida Acariformes Pionidae Water mites Arachnida Acariformes Unionicolidae Water mites Arachnida Araneae Pisauridae Fishing Spiders; Raft Spiders Arachnida Orbiatida Beetle Mites Crustacea Amphipoda Scuds Crustacea Anostraca Fairy Shrimps Crustacea Cladocera Water Fleas Crustacea Conchonstraca Clam Shrimps Crustacea Copepoda Copepods Crustacea Decapoda Crustacea Isopoda Isopods Crustacea Notostraca Shield Shrimps; Tadpole Shrimps Crustacea Ostracoda Seed Shrimps Crustacea Syncarida Syncarids Draft – September 2016 Family Palaemonidae Genus/Species Palaemonetes australis Common Name Freshwater Prawns Appendix 3: Page 20 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Phylum/Class Class/Order Family Insecta Coleoptera Chrysomelidae Leaf Beetles Insecta Coleoptera Curculionidae Weevils Insecta Coleoptera Dytiscidae Diving Beetles Insecta Coleoptera Haliplidae Crawling Water Beetles Insecta Coleoptera Hydrophilidae Water Scavenger Beetles Insecta Coleoptera Ptiliidae Feather winged Beetles Insecta Coleoptera Scirtidae Marsh Beetles Insecta Collembola Insecta Diptera Ceratopogonidae Biting Midges Insecta Diptera Chironmidea Non-Biting Midges Insecta Diptera Culicidae Aedes spp. Mosquitoes Insecta Diptera Culicidae Coquillettidia spp. Mosquitoes Insecta Diptera Culicidae Culex spp Mosquitoes Insecta Diptera Statiomidae Blackflies Insecta Diptera Stratiomyidae Soldier Flies Insecta Diptera Tabanidae March Flies Insecta Diptera Tipulidae Crane Flies Insecta Ephemoptera Baetidae Cloen sp. Mayflies Insecta Ephemoptera Caenidae Tasmanocoenis sp. Mayflies Insecta Hemiptera Corixidae Water Boastmen Insecta Hemiptera Naucoridae Creeping Water Bugs or Saucer Bugs Insecta Hemiptera Nepidae Water Scorpions Insecta Hemiptera Notonectidae Backswimmers Draft – September 2016 Genus/Species Common Name Spring Tails Appendix 3: Page 21 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Phylum/Class Class/Order Family Genus/Species Common Name Insecta Hemiptera Pleidae Plea brunni Pygmy Backswimmers Insecta/Odonata Anisoptera Aeshnidae Aeshna brevistyla syn. Adversaeschna brevistyla Blue-spotted Hawker Dragonflies; Lancer Dragonflies Insecta/Odonata Anisoptera Aeshnidae Hemianax papuensis Australian Emperor Dragonfly; Yellow Emperor Dragonfly Insecta/Odonata Anisoptera Libellulidae Diplacodes bipunctata Wandering Percher Dragonflies Insecta/Odonata Anisoptera Libellulidae Orthetrum caledonicum Blue Skimmer Dragonflies Insecta/Odonata Zygoptera Lestidae Austrolestes analis Slender Ringtail Damselflies Insecta/Odonata Zygoptera Lestidae Austrolestes annulosus Blue Ringtail Damselflies Insecta/Odonata Zygoptera Coenagrionidae Xanthagrion erythroneurum Red and Blue Damselflies Insecta Plecoptera Insecta Trichoptera Hydroptildae Insecta Trichoptera Leptoceridae Mollusca Bivalvia Sphaeriidae Sphaerium kendricki Pea Clams; Pea Shells Mollusca Gastropoda Hydrobiidae Potamopyrgus sp. Mud Snails Mollusca Gastropoda Lymnaeidae Pseudosuccinea columella* American Ribbed Fluke Snail Mollusca Gastropoda Physidae Succinea australis Striate Ambersnail Mollusca Gastropoda Pomatiopsidae Coxiella striatula Salt Lake Snails Mollusca Gastropoda Planorbidae Ferrissia sp. Freshwater Limpet Mollusca Gastropoda Planorbidae Glyptophysa sp. Freshwater snails Mollusca Gastropoda Planorbidae Isidorella newcombi Newcomb's Pouch-snail Nematoda Platyhelminthes Draft – September 2016 Stoneflies Acritoptila globosa Caddisflies Caddisflies Nematods; Round Worms Turbellaria Flat Worms Appendix 3: Page 22 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 3.4 Conservation Codes Western Australia Conservation Code T Name Description Threatened Flora or fauna that is rare or likely to become extinct (Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Taxa that have been adequately searched for and deemed to be in the wild either rare, in danger of extinction, or otherwise in need of special protection, and have been gazetted as such. X Presumed Extinct Flora or fauna that is presumed to be extinct in the wild (Schedule 2 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Taxa which have been adequately searched for and there is no reasonable doubt that the last individual has died, and have been gazetted as such. IA International Birds protected under international agreement Agreement (Schedule 3 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Birds that are subject to an agreement between governments of Australia and other countries relating to the protection of migratory birds and birds in danger of extinction S Specially Other specially protected fauna Protected (Schedule 4 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) Fauna that is in need of special protection, otherwise than for the reasons listed in other schedules of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950. Schedule 1 species that are ranked by the DEC according to their level of threat using IUCN Red List criteria CR Critically Species considered to be facing an extremely high risk of endangered extinction within the wild EN Endangered Species considered to be facing a very high risk of extinction within the wild VU Vulnerable Species considered to be facing a high risk of extinction in the wild Taxa that have not been adequately surveyed for listing under Schedule 1 or 2 of the Wildlife Protection Act are added to the Priority Lists under priorities 1, 2 or 3, according to the priority for further survey and evaluation of their conservation status. 1 Priority One Poorly known taxa Taxa which are known from one or a few collections or sight records (generally <5), on all lands not managed for conservation, such as road verges, urban areas, farmland, active mineral lease and under threat of habitat destruction or degradation. Taxa may be included if they are comparatively well known from one or more localities but do not meet adequacy of survey requirements and appear to be under immediate threat from known threatening processes. 2 Priority Two Poorly known taxa Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 23 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Conservation Code Name Description Taxa which are known from one or a few collections or sight records, some of which are on lands not under imminent threat of habitat destruction or degradation, such as national parks, conservation parks, nature reserves, State forest, vacant Crown land, water reserves and similar. Taxa may be included if they are comparatively well known from one or more localities but do not meet adequacy of survey requirements and appear to be under threat from known threatening processes 3 Poorly known taxa Priority Three Taxa that are known collections or sight records from several localities not under imminent threat, or from few but widespread localities with either large size or significant remaining areas of apparently suitable habitat, much of it not under imminent threat. Taxa may be included if they are comparatively well known from several localities but do not meet adequacy of survey requirements and known threatening processes exist that could affect them. 4 Priority Four Rare or near threatened and other taxa in need of monitoring Rare: Taxa which are considered to have been adequately surveyed, or for which sufficient knowledge is available, and that are considered not currently threatened or in need of special protection, but could be if present circumstances change. These taxa are usually represented on conservation lands. Near threatened: Taxa that are considered to have been adequately surveyed and that to not qualify for Conservation Dependent, but that are close to qualifying for vulnerable. Taxa that have been removed from the list of threatened species during the past five years for reasons other than taxonomy. 5 Priority Five Conservation Dependent Taxa Taxa that are not threatened but are subject to a specific conservation program, the cessation of which would result in the taxa becoming threatened within five years. (Source: Department of Parks and Wildlife, 2014) Commonwealth Category Description Critically Endangered Taxa facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the immediate future Endangered Taxa facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future Vulnerable Taxa facing a high risk of extinction in the wild in the medium term (Source: Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities, 2014) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 24 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values 4.0 References Birds Australia. (2003). Birds in and Around Lake Claremont. Birds Australia. Cat Act 2011 (WA) City of Nedlands. (2014). Dog Exercise. Retrieved November 2014 from http://www.nedlands.wa.gov.au/exercise-areas. Davis, J., and Christidis, F. (1997). A Guide to Wetland Invertebrates of Southwestern Australia. Western Australian Museum, Perth, Western Australia. Department of Parks and Wildlife. (2014). NatureMap Report – Lake Claremont, 2 km search buffer area. Retrieved in October 2014 from http://naturemap.dpaw.wa.gov.au/default.aspx. Dog Act 1976 (WA) Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cwlth) Friends of Lake Claremont. (2014). Flora and Fauna. Retrieved October 2014 from http://friendsoflakeclaremont.org/?page_id=189. Head, A. (2014 & 2015). Town of Claremont. Personal Communications. Neville, S. (2005). Guide to the Wildlife of the Perth Region. Simon Neville Publications, Perth, Western Australia Surveillance Devices Act 1998 (WA) Simpson, G. (2014). Town of Claremont. Personal Communication. Town of Claremont. (2012). Town of Claremont Dogs Local Law 2012. Retrieved November 2014 from: http://www.claremont.wa.gov.au/Libraries/ContentDocs/Dog_Local_Law_2012_with_Council_resoluti on.sflb.ashx Triggs, B. (2013). Tracks, Scats and Other Traces – A Field Guide to Australian Mammals. Oxford University Press, Melbourne, Australia. Van Dyck, S., Gynether, I., and Baker, A., (Editors). (2013). Field Companion to the Mammals of Australia. New Holland Publishers, Sydney Australia. Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 (WA) Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 25 of 26 Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2021: Appendix 3 Fauna Values Wilson, S., and Swan, G. (2013). A Complete Guide to Reptiles of Australia (4th Edition). New Holland Publishers, Sydney Australia. Draft – September 2016 Appendix 3: Page 26 of 26 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 13.3.2 LAKE CLAREMONT OPERATIONAL PLAN 2016-17 File Ref: PRK00123 Attachments: Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 Responsible Officer: Saba Kirupananther Executive Manager Infrastructure Author: Andrew Head Manager Parks and Environment Proposed Meeting Date: 20 September 2016 Purpose For Council to approve the Lake Claremont Operational Plan (LCOP) 2016-17. Background Last year the Lake Claremont Operational Plan (LCOP) 2015-16 facilitated the transition from the Lake Claremont Management Plan (LCMP) 2010 and Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2010 to the new strategic plans being developed under the LCMP review and by the Lake Claremont Parklands Recreation Working Party (LCPRWP). Building on this approach, the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee (LCAC) and LCPRWP requested the development of annual operational plan. This is mainly to keep the Council and community informed and updated of activities occurring on site. Discussion As a transitional plan, the LCOP 2015-16 was adapted from an existing maintenance schedule for the lake and surrounds by the addition of capital works projects and a map showing Friends of Lake Claremont funded revegetation sites for winter 2015 and winter 2016. Adoption of the LCPRWP recommendations as the Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016 and consolidation of the draft LCMP 2016-21 facilitates the Lake Claremont Operational Plan (LCOP) 2016-17 becoming a roadmap for implementing the highest priority actions recommended by both reviews. As a further enhancement, the format and structure of the LCOP 2016-17 is aligned to the planning framework established by the Claremont Ahead 2023: Strategic Community Plan. Implementation of the LCOP 2016-17 will enhance the aesthetic, conservation, cultural and recreational values of Lake Claremont and its surrounds. This month a grant was applied to the State NRM community action grants scheme by the Friends of Lake Claremont. This LCOP 2016-17 has been updated to ensure the planting areas for this grant application are included in the LCOP 2016-17 which will avoid the need for further amendments this year. Page 29 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Past Resolutions Lake Claremont Advisory Committee meeting held on 25 August 2016; That the Committee supports the Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17. CARRIED (NO DISSENT) Lake Claremont Advisory Committee meeting held on 26 May 2016; That the Committee: 1. Endorse the format of the draft Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 2. Endorse the objectives and management strategies of the draft Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17. 3. Recommends that Council approves the Winter 2017 grant site previously approved under the Lake Claremont POS Operational Plan 2015-16. CARRIED (NO DISSENT) Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) on 17 May 2015,resolution 79/16;: That Council 1. Supports the relocation of mowing equipment as part of the recreation precinct project and or mowing tender review. 2. Formally acknowledges Ms Heidi Hardisty’s excellent contribution to the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee. 3. Supports the creation of a five year implementation plan for Council approval to improve strategic programming of works as part of the management plan. 4. Approves the final designs for the three bird signs at Lake Claremont as per the attached layout. CARRIED (NO DISSENT) Financial and Staff Implications Resource requirements are in accordance with existing budgetary allocation. Policy and Statutory Implications Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) Cat Act 2011 (WA) Dog Act 1976 (WA) Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA) Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Aust) Wildlife Protection Act 1950 (WA) Environmental Protection (Clearing Native Vegetation) Regulations 2004 (WA) State Planning Policy 2.8: Bushland Policy for Perth Metropolitan Region Geomorphic Wetlands Swan Coastal Plain dataset Section 18. Approval (Department of Aboriginal Affairs). [Perth] Capital City Planning Framework 2013 (WAPC) AANZEEC Guidelines for Fresh and Marine Waters 2000 (DOW) Guide to developing a mosquito management plan (WA Health) Draft Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Page 30 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan 2016 WESROC Climate Change Risk Assessment & Adaptation Action Plan 2010 WESROC Western Suburbs Greening Plan 2002 Communication / Consultation Additional marketing and education activities as detailed in LCOP 2016-17. Elected members will be informed of planned and completed actions through Council reports and Quill items as appropriate. Revegetation works promoted by Friends of Lake Claremont through their website and Facebook page and through local media. Town Talk articles on project works. Strategic Community Plan Liveability We are an accessible community, with well maintained and managed assets, and our heritage preserved for the enjoyment of the community. • Clean, usable, attractive, accessible streetscapes and public open spaces. • Develop the public realm as gathering spaces for participation and enjoyment. • Maintain and upgrade infrastructure for seamless day to day usage. People We live in an accessible and safe community that welcomes diversity, enjoys being active and has a strong sense of belonging. • • • Maintain, effectively manage and enhance the Town’s community facilities in response to a growing community. Create opportunities for and access to social participation and inclusion in support of community health and well being. Improve the capacity of local community groups. Environment We are a leader in responsibly managing the build and natural environment for the enjoyment of the community and continue to provide sustainable, leafy green parks, streets and outdoor spaces. • • • Strive for innovative environmental design practices in new developments and redevelopments. Provide education and communication on leading practices to the community. Implement sound environmental practices as reflected in the WESROC Climate Change Risk Assessment Project. Governance and Leadership We are an open and accountable local government that encourages community involvement and strives to keep its community well informed. • Identify strategic partnerships that align with the Town’s vision. Page 31 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA • • • 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 Provide and maintain a high standard of governance, accountability, management and strategic planning. Focus on improved customer service, communication and consultation. Provide responsive and responsible leadership on emerging community issues. Urgency High - Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 is required at commencement of 2016-17 financial year to implement the works. Voting Requirements Simple majority decision of Council required. OFFICER RECOMMENDATION That Council approves the Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17. Page 32 INFRASTRUCTURE LAKE CLAREMONT OPERATIONAL PLAN 2016-17 LAKE CLAREMONT OPERATIONAL PLAN 2016-17 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 ATTACHMENT 1 Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Background to Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 The vision, mission, purpose and strategic objectives detailed in this Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 are drawn from the Claremont Ahead 2023: Strategic Community Plan and the draft Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21. Claremont Ahead 2023: Strategic Community Plan The vision and mission (below) of the Claremont Ahead 2023 and the relevant Claremont Ahead 2023 objectives and strategies relating to liveability, people, environment and governance (reproduced at the start of the relevant sections below) provide the foundation of this operational plan. Our Vision Claremont Ahead 2023 Claremont will develop as a harmonious cosmopolitan town creating opportunities for community wellbeing and business prosperity; whilst respecting and celebrating the past. Our Mission Claremont Ahead 2023 We exist to deliver quality services for Claremont today and to build the foundation for the future. (Draft) Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 The Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-2 provides the strategic direction for the management of the cultural, environmental, recreational values of Lake Claremont and the surrounding parklands. Operational objectives and strategies of this operational plan are drawn from the prioritisation table in Section 5.0 of the draft Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 and incorporate the projects identified by the Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016 text. This operational plan captures all the highest priority tasks that require implementation in the 2016-17 financial year. This plan is structured to be easily modified to incorporate any change to management recommendations in the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 1 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Vision and Purpose of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 The Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 was developed to protect, enhance and promote the cultural, environmental and recreational values of Lake Claremont and surrounds by: Identifying values of park and developing appropriate uses to complement and enhance those values. Outlining management issues and degrading process for the park and to indicate how these can be mitigated in the short and longer term. Documenting a strategic direction for the management of the park over the next five years. Strategic Objectives Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 Strategic objectives of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21 are to: Respect the status of Lake Claremont and surrounds as an Aboriginal Site under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA). Manage the aquatic environment of Lake Claremont as a natural ephemeral wetland, with recognition of its designation as a Conservation Category Wetland. Manage the terrestrial areas of the park as mixed-use nature, recreation and sport spaces, giving due consideration to the cultural and heritage values of the site, its listing as Bush Forever Site 220 and its classification as an Environmentally Sensitive Area. Facilitate the Town of Claremont maintaining and enhancing the cultural, environmental, recreational, social and sporting values of the Lake Claremont and surrounds. Purpose of Lake Claremont Operational Plan 2016-17 To program the implementation of 2016-17 capital works projects and ongoing maintenance and management requirements of the Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 2 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Liveability – Claremont Ahead 2023 We are an accessible community, with well-maintained and managed assets. Our heritage preserved for the enjoyment of the community. Clean, usable, attractive, accessible streetscapes and public spaces. Balancing the Town’s historical character with complementary, well-designed development. Develop the public realm as gathering spaces for participation and enjoyment. Maintain and upgrade infrastructure for seamless day-to-day usage. Provide a responsible and well-managed urban environment, with sustainable development outcomes. Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Aug 2016 EMI As Required Relevant EM Objective 1.1: Ensure management of the park complies with requirements of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) Requirement for Section 18 approval for Lake Claremont Concept Plan 2016 and Lake Claremont Management Plan (LCMP) 2016-21 checked and obtained from the Department of Aboriginal Affairs prior to implementation of any recommended actions. Consultation with Noongar representatives completed and documented. Minister for Aboriginal Affairs grants Section 18 approval prior to implementation of plan. Verify compliance with approval provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) prior to any non-standard development or maintenance occurring at the park. Project specific Section 18 approvals obtained prior to work commencing. Objective 1.2: Recognise and maintain cultural significant Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the park. Assess the Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the park and add to TOC Local Government significant trees register to acknowledge their cultural value. Add these trees to annual program of Significant Trees Inspections, arrange a preliminary inspection by a consultant arborist and perform recommended work (if required). Assess the Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the park for their European cultural value. Reports from consultant arborist. Documentation of decisions. Records of tree maintenance. Listing on TOC Local Government Inventory. Listing on TOC large tree Inventory. If warranted, add Moreton Bay Figs (Ficus macrophylla) at the southern end of the park to TOC Local Government Inventory. July 2016 SP&E Aug 2016 SP&E Aug 2016 EMP&D Feb 2017 EMP&D Spring 2016 MP&E Objective 1.3: Conduct park user survey. Conduct survey to determine where park users come from, what activities they engage in during their visit and their level of satisfaction with the amenity of the park. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 User and community survey results. Page 3 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 1.4: Heritage features are included on interpretive signs and walk trail information markers. Funding approved in 2016-17 capital works budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Develop Lake Claremont signage plan with templates. Lake Claremont signage plan completed. Nov 2016 EMI Interpretative heritage signage designed and final artwork produced for proofing. Final artwork of signage supported by LCAC. Feb 2017 MP&E Interpretative heritage signage installed. Signage installed. April 2017 SP&E Objective 1.5: Enhance the path network with information about key features, such as the cultural, ecological and recreational values. Funding approved in 2016-17 capital works budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Develop Lake Claremont signage plan for interpretative signage. Lake Claremont signage plan completed. Nov 2016 EMI Themes collaboratively identified with stakeholders such as LCAC, FOLC and staff and friends of the Freshwater Bay Museum. LCAC recommended key themes to be prompted on interpretive signage. Nov 2016 MP&E Text and images for signage developed and/or sourced. Text and images and Graphic Design Request. Feb 2017 MP&E Graphic for signage developed in-house or by consultant as appropriate. Sample artwork produced or out sourced. April 2017 EMI Interpretative heritage signage designed and final artwork produced for proofing. Final artwork of signage supported by LCAC. May 2017 MP&E Interpretative heritage signage installed. Signage installed. June 2017 SP&E Develop and integrate self-guided walks within the park with signage plan. Self-guided walks integrated in signage plan. June 2017 MP&E Objective 1.6: Review and enhance interpretive and directional signage of Lake Claremont Park, especially for northern path network. Review and update asset information on signage at Lake Claremont. Install directional signage, particularly in the northern portion of the park where a number of meandering tracks interconnect. Install signage to indicate the locations of key facilities, such as the café, toilets, exercise equipment, barbecue facilities and the dog exercise area. These management recommendations/strategies from the LCMP 2016-21 will be achieved by strategies completed under Objective 1.4, Objective 1.5, Objective 1.7 and Objective 1.8. March 2017 As specified under Objective 1.4, Objective 1.5, Objective 1.7 and Objective 1.8. Information signage should inform park users of the lake’s health, the benefits of drying out seasonally and status as a Conservation Category Wetland, Bush Forever site and its Environmentally Sensitive Area designation. Information signage should complement self-guided walks around the park. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 4 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 1.7: Directional signage installed at key locations to inform residents and visitors of the location of Lake Claremont. Funding approved in 2016-17 capital works budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Develop Lake Claremont signage plan for directional signage. Lake Claremont signage plan completed. Nov 2016 EMI Key locations collaboratively identified with stakeholders such as LCAC, FOLC, Public Transport Authority, Claremont Quarter, Davies Road Commercial, People and Places and Ranger Services. Key features identified. LCAC agree features & suggested signage locations. March 2017 MP&E Recommendation of the 2010 Lake Claremont Management Plan actioned with directional signage installed at key locations (e.g. TOC Office, Train Station, Claremont on the Park) to inform residents and visitors of the location of Lake Claremont. Directional signage installed. March 2017 SIM Nov 2016 EMI March 2017 SP&E As Required SP&E Ongoing SP&E Ongoing SP&E Dec 2016 MSS Ongoing SHEO Ongoing BO Objective 1.8: Install directional signage for park infrastructure. Develop Lake Claremont signage plan for directional signage. Lake Claremont signage plan completed. Signage to indicate the presence of the café and toilets within the golf course building and the presence of other key facilities such as exercise equipment and barbecues to park users. Key features identified. LCAC agree features & suggested signage locations. Directional signage installed. Objective 1.9: Continue ongoing inspection and maintenance of Lake Claremont Park. Maintain nutrient stripping basins within the Lake Claremont Park. Annual monitoring confirms that water quality is, at worst, being maintained. Undertake regular monitoring and maintenance of the park and installed infrastructure in accordance with TOC policies and procedures. Undertake regular maintenance inspections and initiate repairs or other corrective activities when required in accordance with the current TOC Asset Management Plan. Complaints. Design criteria detailed. Monitoring & maintenance documents. User and community surveys. Objective 1.10: Manage mosquitoes of Lake Claremont for both ecosystem function and community health. With high priority, prepare a TOC mosquito management plan utilising the Western Australian Department of Health template and guidelines. Monitor and manage mosquito and midge larvae in Lake Claremont in strict compliance with the Council approved mosquito management plan. Plan documented. Monitoring records. Treatment records (if required). Objective 1.11: Routine monitoring for condition indigenous vegetation and weed load in nature spaces. Continue the weekly inspection of remnant bushland and revegetation sites to monitor the presence of weeds and other degrading processes. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Inspection outcomes. Page 5 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Ongoing SP&E Ongoing BO Dec 2016 MP&E Objective 1.12: Continue to implement best practice weed management program within Lake Claremont Park. Continue to manage weeds as per the LCAC Weed Control Matrix and LCMP 2016-21. Ensure implementation and techniques of weed control are appropriate to the nature and scale of the infestation. In accordance with statutory requirements and TOC’s standard operating procedures, all chemical weed control must be in performed strict compliance with approvals and/or guidelines of the Australian Pesticide and Veterinary Medical Authority (APMVA) and Western Australian Department of Health. Given the limited impacts to wetland fauna, continue to use Glyphosate Biactive as the primary means of chemical weed control within the Lake Claremont Park. Areas of weeds treated. Effectiveness of weed control. 2 Areas treated (m /ha). Success criteria achieved (90% kill or removal rate). Use of quadrats, transects and photo monitoring points to assess weed presence before and after treatment and over time. Spray records from contractors. Other chemical control agents should be considered on an as needs basis, an example being Fusillade for the control of exotic grasses growing through local native shrubs and sedges. Encourage and support the efforts of FOLC and other volunteers in hand weeding activities that support the LCAC Weed Control Matrix and TOC priorities. Liaise with managers from Scotch College to relocate the garden waste stockpile from its current location to minimise the introduction and spread of weeds from this area. Stockpile permanently relocated. Objective 1.13: Replace concrete path linking Strickland Street and Gloucester Street access points. Funds allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Design criteria for pathway detailed. Design criteria for pathway detailed. Nov 2016 ETO TOC community and park users advised of project implementation. Adds, signs and letter drops. Nov 2016 CW Installation schedule confirmed with Dowsing Concrete Installation dates confirmed. Dec 2016 CW Old path removed and site preparation works completed by J&V Contractors. Installation completed. Mid-Jan 2017 CW New path installation completed to design criteria and TOC finish standards. Installation of pathway completed. Jan 2017 CW Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 6 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 People – Claremont Ahead 2023 We live in an accessible and safe community that welcomes diversity, enjoys being active and has a strong sense of belonging. Maintain, effectively manage and enhance the Town’s community facilities in response to a growing community. Create opportunities for and access to social participation and inclusion in support of community health and wellbeing. Play an integral role in local safety and crime prevention. Develop a strategy for services and facilities for an ageing population. Improve the capacity of local community groups. Recognise and celebrate the Town’s history. Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 2.1: Activate mixed-use areas within the park consistent with the Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016. Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2010 updated to integrate ordinary council meeting (OCM) resolutions relating to reports Lake Claremont Recreational Working Party and recommendations of the LCAC. Lake Claremont Parkland Concept Plan 2016 finalised and publically available. July 2016 MP&E Funds allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Install additional leisure and recreation infrastructure identified through community consultation. Infrastructure implemented. Oct 2016 MP&E Maintain separation for recreational activities to minimise conflicts between different user types. As Required MP&E Complaints. Design criteria detailed. Monitoring & maintenance documents. User and community surveys. Objective 2.2: Inform and engage park users about upcoming events, seasonal occurrences and unusual occurrences at Lake Claremont Park. Install notice boards to promote FOLC and TOC activities at the corner of Alfred and Davies Roads, the Cafe/Golf Club complex and at Stirling Road Park. Notice boards installed. August 2016 SP&E Objective 2.3: Install additional parking facilities at bottom of Lakeway Street. Funds allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Design criteria for parking detailed. Design criteria for parking detailed. Council approve LCAC recommended designs. Dec 2016 ETO Parking facilities installed at bottom of Lakeway Street. Installation completed. March 2017 CW Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 7 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 2.4: Install additional parking facilities at Stirling Road. Funds allocated in 2016-17 Capital Works Budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Design criteria for parking provided to LCAC for endorsement. Design criteria endorsed by LCAC Nov 2016 MPE Design criteria for parking detailed. Design criteria for parking detailed. Council approve LCAC recommended designs. Dec 2016 ETO Parking facilities installed at Stirling Road entrance for park users only. Installation completed. Jan 2017 CW July 2016 MSS ASAP SR ASAP SP&E Ongoing MSS Meeting minutes/documentation of discussions. Minutes of LCAC meeting tabled with Council through OCM agenda. Works carried out by the FOLC community group. FOLC-TOC relationship to implement. As Required MP&E Works carried out by the FOLC community group. FOLC-TOC relationship to implement. As Required SP&E Objective 2.5: Enhance dog walking and exercise opportunities at the parkland. Enlarge the existing dog-exercise area to include the area south to Lakeway Street by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. Modifications to LV127 advertised and implemented. Enlarge the existing dog-prohibited zone out to the conservation fencing/pathway by modifying the TOC policy Dogs in Public Places Policy LV127. After the statutory period of advertisement, install statutory signage for off lead dog exercise area. Fence expanded dog exercise area specified in Lake Claremont Parklands Concept 2016. Fencing installed After the statutory period of advertisement, update and replace existing dog signage at Lake Claremont. Ranger Services enforce requirements of Dog Act 1976 (WA) and Dog Regulations 2013 (WA). Continue to require dogs to be on-leash outside dog exercise areas. Modifications to LV127 implemented. Complaints relating to dogs. Enforcement records. Ranger reports. Complaints relating to dogs. Enforcement records. No dogs off leash outside dog exercise areas. Ranger reports. Objective 2.5: Communicate and engage with key stakeholders of the Lake Claremont Park. TOC to support the Lake Claremont Advisory Committee to advise “Council on matters relating to: The care and maintenance of Lake Claremont and its immediate environment; The rehabilitation of Lake Claremont and its environs; Plans for amenities proposed to Lake Claremont and its immediate environs; and Proposals for the Lake from the Friends Group.” TOC continues to direct, support and collaborate with the Friends of Lake Claremont. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 8 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Environment – Claremont Ahead 2023 We are a leader in responsibly managing the built and natural environment for the enjoyment of the community and continue to provide sustainable, leafy green parks, streets and outdoor spaces. Strive for innovative environmental design practices in new developments and redevelopments. Create opportunities for varied transport options that reduce carbon emissions and other impacts of a growing town. Constantly seek and implement best options for waste management and water usage. Provide education and communication on leading practices to the community. Implement sound environmental practices as reflected in the WESROC Climate Change Risk Assessment Project. Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 3.1: Minimise the impact of external pressures on Lake Claremont Park. Liaise with owners/land managers of surrounding properties to ensure appropriate management of development on their land that could negatively affect the Lake Claremont Park. Surrounding developments do not negatively impact the site. As Required EMP&D Liaise with owners/land managers of surrounding properties to ensure appropriate management of activities on their land that could negatively affect the Lake Claremont Park. Surrounding activities do not negatively impact the site. As Required EMC&G Continue to provide information to the general community regarding: How phosphate-based fertilisers can result in negative impacts within the lake. Problems with weedy plants and their potential for spread into Lake Claremont Park. Phosphate levels in the water body and sediments of Lake Claremont remain at least constant. No invasive weed species establish in the site from surrounding areas. As Required MP&E Objective 3.2: Install the Henshaw drain infiltration basin with the highest priority. Funding approved in 2016-17 capital works budget. Funds approved in 2016-17 budget. July 2016 EMI Hydrogeological plan drawn for infiltration basin. Hydrogeological plan completed. Aug 2016 MP&E J&V Contracting create infiltration basin to design specified by hydrogeological plan. Basin installation completed. Nov 2016 Basin fenced commensurate with Stirling Road infiltration basins if required. Basin fenced (if required by design or planting). Dec 2016 Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 9 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Projected Completion Responsibility Aug 2016 CFOLC Oct 2016 CFOLC Revegetation activities continue in areas shown in the Lake Claremont Parkland: Concept Plan 2016 with agreed winter 2017 grant sites (Attachment 2) being prepared with fences and mulching as per the LCMP 2016-21. Area revegetated (m /ha) Success criteria met (75% seedling survival after two years). Less than 5% weed presence, including priority or declared weeds. Use of quadrats, transects and photo monitoring points to measure species diversity over time. Consideration is given to the views of park users and nearby residents when planning and implementing revegetation works. Approved species planted in agreed/endorsed sites. Consideration is given to the views of park users and nearby residents when planning and implementing revegetation works. 2 Area revegetated (m /ha). Success criteria met (75% seedling survival after two years). Less than 5% weed presence, including priority or declared weeds Use of quadrats, transects and photo monitoring points to measure species diversity over time. Consideration is given to the views of park users and nearby residents when planning and implementing revegetation works. Approved species planted in agreed/endorsed sites. Consideration is given to the views of park users and nearby residents when planning and implementing revegetation works. Agreed winter 2017 planting sites (Attachment 2) prepared according to LCMP 2016-21 and grant commitments. Feb 2017 SP&E Source materials from NIASA-accredited nurseries/suppliers to minimise the potential for introducing disease or other plant pathogens into the nature space of the park. Tubestock/seed only purchased from certified suppliers. Ongoing CFOLC Strategies Performance Indicators Objective 3.3: Implement best practice conservation and restoration of native vegetation within Lake Claremont Park. Revegetation activities for winter 2016 continue in endorsed zones (Attachment 1) prepared under Lake Claremont Parklands Operational Plan 2015-16 (previous operational plan). Continue to aim for maximum local native species diversity within nominated vegetation type with winter 2016 plantings endorsed (Attachment 1) under Claremont Parklands Operational Plan 2015-16. Continue to give due consideration to the social impacts of winter 2016 revegetation activities, particularly in relation to blocking views of park users. Continue to aim for maximum local native species diversity within nominated vegetation type with TOC approved plant orders for agreed winter 2017 grant sites (Attachment 2). Continue to give due consideration to the social impacts of winter 2017 revegetation activities, particularly in relation to blocking views of park users. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 2 Page 10 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 3.4: Plan, plant and manage vegetation of the wetland buffer to maintain views that connect park users with Lake Claremont waterbody. Approve species selection for wetland buffer plantings to ensure plating of low growing local native plants that will not screen the waterbody of Lake Claremont. FOLC plant orders checked and agreed by TOC. Oct 2016 SP&E Manage exotic vegetation in the wetland buffer to improve the views that enhance the connection of park users’ with the waterbody of Lake Claremont. Weed management of seedlings and saplings and Council approved removal of exotic tree. Viewing corridors to waterbody maintained. Ongoing SP&E Aug 2016 SP&E As Required SP&E Jan 2016 BO Objective 3.5: Review, record and mitigate erosion occurring within Lake Claremont Park. Monitoring and maintenance documents. Complaints. Monitoring and maintenance documents. Complaints. TOC review and record erosion associated with uncontrolled pedestrian access on the steeper slopes below the Lakeway Estate that was noted in site assessments conducted by Natural Area. Monitoring and maintenance documents. Complaints. Reports to LCAC. Proposals for 2016-17 midyear review and/or 2017-18 Capital Works Budget. Funding secured in 2016-17 mid-year budget review. Funding in 2016-17 budget. Jan 2016 EMI Funding secured in 2017-18 capital works budget. Implement erosion mitigation measures such as: installing table drains to reduce amount and velocity of water travelling down steep slopes; revegetating areas with unstable perched soil using local native species; installing brushing (i.e. non-weedy cut or broken branches) on steep erosion susceptible slopes to assist with soil stabilisation; and/or installing or repairing rock footings and/or revetments where required. Funding in 2018-19 budget. June 2017 EMI As Required SP&E Integrate checking for erosion into TOC routine inspection program. Inspect erosion susceptible locations after severe storm events. Funding in capital budget. Design criteria detailed. Monitoring and maintenance documents. Photographic monitoring. Objective 3.6: Implement program for reporting of Australian Honey Fungus (Armillaria luteobubalina) in Lake Claremont Park. Develop a procedure to ensure that the Manager of Parks and Environment (MP&E) is notified of suspected sightings of Australian Honey Fungus (Armillaria luteobubalina) to ensure the application of appropriate management action(s), such as the implementation of hygiene measures and/or the removal of tree stumps that may be harbour the fungus. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Process documented. Community, TOC and volunteers informed of process. Reports made to MP&E. Corrective actions implemented. July 2016 MP&E Page 11 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Projected Completion Responsibility On Going MP&E On Going BO and FON As Required EMI As Required Relevant EM As Required Relevant EM As Required Relevant EM As Required Relevant EM Ongoing (Biannually) BO As Required SP&E As Required MP&E Finalise 2015 Water Quality Monitoring report for LCAC Aug 2016 BO Finalise 2016 Water Quality Monitoring report for LCAC Nov 2016 BO Strategies Performance Indicators Objective 3.7: Minimise the potential for negative impacts from in situ acid sulphate soils. Minimise disturbance of sediments within the wetland basin. No change in pH levels of lake waterbody, sediments or surrounding soils. Acid sulphate soils (ASS) not disturbed without the development of ASS management plan. Monitor pH within the water body and use as an indicator of acid sulphate soil disturbance. Objective 3.8: Minimise the potential for negative impacts from disturbed acid sulphate soils. Oversee acid sulphate soils (ASS) risk mitigation strategies for any works that are likely to disturb subsurface soils at the park. Undertake appropriate investigations prior to any works that are likely to disturb subsurface soils at the park. If required, undertake appropriate testing for acid sulphate soil chemical indicators. If warranted by outcome of review or investigative testing, develop and implement an Acid Sulphate Soil Management Plan (ASSMP) for the works. Monitor all major excavation at the park to ensure early of disturbed acid sulphate material. No change in pH levels of lake waterbody, sediments or surrounding soils. Acid sulphate soils not disturbed without the development of ASS management plan. Investigations to determine type and extent of acid sulphate soils present. Preparation and implementation of an ASSMP. Appropriate monitoring protocols implemented during any sediment disturbance activities. Objective 3.9: Continue implementation of the Lake Claremont water quality monitoring program. Continue existing program of water quality and nutrient-load monitoring as the primary indicator of wetland health. If any sampled parameter indicates a potential issue with water quality, the Town of Claremont repeats sampling or an increased frequency of sampling to determine the cause. Develop an appropriate management strategy to correct degrading factor. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Annual water testing of surface waters completed and recorded. LCAC endorsed annual reports tabled at OCM. Environmental water quality of the lake water body maintained or improved. Page 12 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Jan 2017 BO Feb-Mar 2017 BO Feb-Mar 2017 SP&E As Required MP&E Dec 2016 BO Feb 2017 MP&E Objective 3.10: Implement a heavy metal and hydrocarbon monitoring program. Develop a program for baseline sampling for metals and hydrocarbons to enable review of pollutant levels that may be entering from external sources. Implement monitoring program. Baseline survey completed. LCAC endorsed sampling reports tabled at OCM. If any sampled parameter indicates a potential issue with water quality, the Town of Claremont repeats sampling or an increased frequency of sampling to determine the cause. Deviations from guideline and baseline values investigated. Develop an appropriate management strategy to correct degrading factors. Corrective and management actions. Objective 3.11: Lake Claremont Advisory Committee review the Scotch College Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plan. Obtain nutrient and irrigation management report from Scotch College. Provide annual summary to LCAC. Scotch College provide nutrient and irrigation management data to LCAC. LCAC accept report provided by Scotch College. Objective 3.12: Implement and review Nutrient and Irrigation Management Plans (NIMP) Requirement to develop NIMP and conduct annual reporting of leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores integrated as a condition of leasing any recreation or sporting space with the Lake Claremont Park. Conditions incorporated into new lease agreements. As Required EMC&G Annual reporting of leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores for leased recreation or sporting space provided to LCAC. Reports provided by leasee tabled with LCAC. LCAC Minutes. Lease Reviews. Annually (According to Lease) CP&L Liaise with managers from Scotch College to obtain historical leaf and soil nutrient levels, water extraction and water quality testing of groundwater bores data under their NIMP. Data obtained from Scotch College. June 2017 BO Summary report tabled with LCAC. June 2017 MP&E Continue the quarterly surveys of terrestrial and waterbirds birds with support from community members. Quarterly survey reports. Quarterly FOLC / BAV With high priority, survey the Chelonian colliei population in Lake Claremont. Ethics approved DPAW licensed population study completed and publically available. Oct 2016 SP&E Continue to monitor aquatic invertebrate fauna of the lake on at least a biennial basis as an indicator of wetland health. Survey completed. Oct 2016 SP&E Objective 3.13: Monitor fauna of Lake Claremont Parklands. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 13 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Dec 2016 MSS Jan 2016 EMC&G Jan 2016 EMC&G Jan 2016 EMC&G Objective 3.14: Develop, implement and enforce a Cat Local Law or Policy within the Town of Claremont. Develop, implement and enforce a Cat Local Law or Policy within the Town of Claremont. Educate and inform the broader community regarding requirements of the Cat Act 2011 (WA), including the potential for seizure of cats found free roaming within the park. Inform the community that Rangers will seize cats under the provisions of the Cat Act 2011 (WA) commencing on a date nominated by the Town of Claremont. Include educational information on the TOC website to inform the broader community of the requirements and implementation of Cat Act 2011 (WA). Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Development of the Town of Claremont Cat Local Law or Policy. Education process associated with the announcing of the local law. Inclusion and maintaining of information on the Town website. Cat predated wildlife. Ranger reports. Complaints relating to feral and free-roaming cats. Enforcement records. Page 14 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Governance & Leadership – Claremont Ahead 2023 We are an open and accountable local government that encourages community involvement and strives to keep its community well informed. Identify strategic partnerships that align with the Town’s vision. Provide and maintain a high standard of governance, accountability, management and strategic planning. Focus on improved customer service, communication and consultation. Maintain long-term financial stability and growth Create an environment to support and develop our staff. Provide responsive and responsible leadership on emerging community issues. Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Objective 4.1: Finalise Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016. Revise Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2010 and integrate outcomes of recreation working party review to produce Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016. Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016 mapped. July 2016 MP&E Receive OCM endorsement of Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016. Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016 endorsed. Aug 2016 EMI Promote Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016 through TOC website. Lake Claremont Parklands Concept Plan 2016 on TOC website. Aug 2016 MP&E Reformat 2016-17 priorities (highest priorities) from table in Section 5.0 of draft LCMP 201621 as an Operational Plan that aligns to TOC planning processes (i.e. Claremont Ahead 2023). Draft Operation Plan 2016-17 prepared for LCAC meeting. May 2016 BO LCAC agree format, objectives, strategies and recommend OCM endorse currently agreed Winter 2017 grant site. Recommendation of August 2016 LCAC meeting. May 2016 BO Receive OCM endorsement to develop Lake Claremont Operational Plan (LCOP) 2016-17. Resolution of OCM meeting. July 2016 MP&E Receive OCM endorsement of LCOP 2016-17. Resolution of OCM meeting. Aug 2016 MP&E Implementation Operational Plan 2016-17. Ongoing As specified in this column of the Op Plan Objective 4.2: Create Operational Plan 2016-17. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Progress reports to LCAC. Complaints. Monitoring and maintenance documents. User and community surveys. Page 15 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Strategies Performance Indicators Projected Completion Responsibility Sept 2016 MP&E Nov 2016 BO Feb 2016 MP&E March 2016 MP&E Objective 4.3: Create five-year implementation plan for Lake Claremont Management Plan 2016-21. Receive OCM endorsement to develop 5-year implementation plan. Format table from Section 5.0 of Council endorsed LCMP 2016-21 as five-year implementation plan for all recommended actions. Resolution of OCM meeting. Table from Section 5.0 of LCMP 2016-21 reformatted as implementation plan. Gain LCAC support of format and implementation strategies detailed in five-year plan. Support relates only to format, allocation of responsibility and implementation plan specific actions, because management recommendations (strategies) and times are specified in Council endorsed LCMP 2016-21. Five-year implementation plan endorsed at OCM. Five-year implementation plan finalised as separate document. Objective 4.4: Create Operational Plan 2017-18. Reformat 2017-18 priorities (Medium-High priorities) from table in Section 5.0 of LCMP 2016-21 as an Operational Plan that aligns to TOC planning processes (i.e. Claremont Ahead 2023). Draft Operation Plan 2017-18 prepared for LCAC meeting. Nov 2016 BO LCAC agree format, objectives, strategies and recommend OCM endorse currently agreed Winter 2018 grant sites. Recommendation of LCAC meeting. Feb 2016 BO Receive OCM endorsement of LCOP 2017-18. Resolution of OCM meeting. March 2016 MP&E Funding to implementation projects and annual maintenance programs of LCOP 2017-18 approved in budget. Funding approved June 2017 EMI Objective 4.5: Implement the following risk management strategies required by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. TOC implement the following risk management strategies required by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Fire Pre-plan for Lake Claremont: Weed control. TOC implement the following risk management strategies required by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Fire Pre-plan for Lake Claremont: Selectively remove as required dead branches and other material from nature spaces to reduce fire load without affecting fauna habitat. Addressed by strategies and indicators provided for Objective 1.12. TOC implement the following risk management strategies required by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Fire Pre-plan for Lake Claremont: Maintaining firebreaks and protection buffers between nature spaces and properties. Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Ongoing SP&E In consolation with LCAC and FOLC, accumulations of dead branches beyond habitat requirements removed or relocated. Inspection records and reports. As Required SP&E Fire breaks and protection buffers are maintained clear for vegetation. Inspection records and maintenance reports. Ongoing BO Page 16 of 19 Lake Claremont Park Operational Plan 2016-17 Performance Indicators Strategies Projected Completion Responsibility Annually SR and BO Ongoing SP&E Objective 4.6: Minimise the potential for a wildfire in bushland at Lake Claremont Park. Consult and collaborate with the DEFS regarding the development of DEFS Fire Management Plans for the Lake Claremont Park. Maintain access tracks and fire control buffers in accordance with the TOC maintenance schedule and DFES Fire Management Plans. Inspection outcomes. DEFS Fire Management Plan. Tracks and control buffers maintained. Progress Indicators Not Yet Commenced or Required Strategy Being Actioned on Time and on Budget Strategy Completed Strategy Action Overdue Draft 3.1 – LCAC Update as at 28 July 2016 Page 17 of 19 Attachment 1: Approved Bushland Planting Sites Approved Planting Sites Winter 2017 2016 Draft 3 – May 2016 Page 18 of 19 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 20 SEPTEMBER, 2016 14 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE PRESIDING PERSON 15 ELECTED MEMBERS’ MOTIONS OF WHICH PREVIOUS NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN 16 NEW BUSINESS OF AN URGENT NATURE APPROVED BY THE PERSON PRESIDING OR BY DECISION OF MEETING 17 CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS FOR WHICH THE MEETING MAY BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC 18 FUTURE MEETINGS OF COUNCIL 19 DECLARATION OF CLOSURE OF MEETING Page 33