Date 02 September 2024 Category City news Topic Parks and public open spaces Contractors for the City have begun spraying a herbicide (Spearhead) throughout Fremantle’s sporting, local and passive reserves. The City is responsible for maintaining public open space inclusive of parks, gardens, road reserves, foreshore reserves, bushland reserves and undeveloped lands. Contractors for the City have begun spraying a herbicide (Spearhead) throughout Fremantle’s sporting, local and passive reserves, and is expected to take up to four weeks (weather permitting). Weed control is undertaken to: Maintain the amenity of public open space Ensure the survival of desirable plant species to maintain biodiversity Maintain the aesthetics of the City to the standard the community expect Manage fire fuel loads. The City utilises a range of treatment methods as part of a holistic and integrated approach to its weed management responsibilities. The selection of weed control is based on the target species, desired outcome and site location. For more information about the City’s weed management program, contact the Parks and Landscape Team on 1300 MYFREO (1300 693 736) or email info@fremantle.wa.gov.au.
