Ipswich City CouncilConservationEnvironmental WeedsAn environmental weed can be defined as an exotic or even an Australian native plant species growing outside it's natural range or distribution. Environmental weeds have the ability to invade our bushland areas and potentially alter the structure of that community. Weeds in general are also defined simply as a plant growing in the wrong place at the wrong time. The existence of environmental weeds is one of the most important issues in the on-going protection and management of Ipswich City's natural resources. Environmental weeds can interfere with the conservation, management, use and enjoyment of our bushland areas. Ipswich City Council is committed to weed management and is actively involved in the control of environmental and declared weeds throughout the City. Ipswich City Council has an Environmental Weed Control Rebate (EWCR) to assist private land owners to control environmental weeds on their property. The rebate does not cover state declared class 1 or 2 weeds. Environmental Weed Control RebateWhat is the Environmental Weed Control Rebate (EWCR)?The EWCR provides a financial incentive to control environmental weeds on their property. The rebate is funded through the Ipswich Enviroplan.
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| Partnership Program | Maximum Rebate (per financial year) |
| Nature Conservation Partner | $1000 |
| Bushland Conservation Partner | $1000 |
| Waterways & Nature Corridor Partner | $800 |
| Land for Wildlife Partner | $800 |
| Habitat Gardens Partner | $800 |
If approved the rebate covers 50% costs of contractor works or herbicide purchase, up to your maximum eligible rebate amount.
A 100% rebate is also available for the purchase of herbicide to control environmental weeds on Council land adjoining your property.
Rebate Examples:
- An Ipswich land owner is approved for contractor works costing $1,100, the rebate will cover $550 costs. Leaving $50 EWCR remaining for the financial year.
- A Bushland Partnership land owner is approved for a $380 purchase of herbicide, the rebate will be $190. Leaving $810 EWCR remaining for the financial year.
Works considered to be harmful to surrounding native vegetation will not be approved.
The rebate is subject to funding availability and may become unavailable before the end of the financial year.
What Weeds are Eligible?
The below tables list the weeds that are eligible for the Environmental Weed Control Rebate.
Weeds List
| STATE DECLARED CLASS 3 PEST SPECIES | |
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SPECIES NAME |
COMMON NAME |
| Anredera cordifolia | Madeira Vine, Lambstails |
| Aristolochia spp. other than native species | Dutchman's Pipe or Aristolochia |
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Asparagus aethiopicus 'Spengeri', Asparagus africanus, Asparagus plumosus |
Climbing Asparagus Fern, Asparagus Fern |
| Cardiospermum grandiflorum | Balloon Vine, Heart-Seed Vine |
| Celtis sinensis | Chinese Elm, Celtis |
| Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor Laurel |
| Cryptostegia madagascariensis | Purple Rubber Vine |
| Harungana madagascariensis | Harungana |
| Lantana spp. | Lantana (all species) |
| Ligustrum lucidum, L. sinense | Privets (large-leaved/small-leaved) |
| Macfadyena unguis-cati | Cat's Claw Creeper |
| Pennisetum setaceum | African Fountain Grass |
| Rubus anglocandians, Rubus fruticosus agg. | Blackberry |
| Salix chilensis; syn, S. humboldtiana | Pencil Willow |
| Schinus terebinthifolius | Broad-leaved Pepper Tree |
| Spathodea campanulata | African Tulip Tree |
| Sphagneticola trilobata | Singapore Daisy |
| Tamarix aphylla | Athel Pine |
| Tecoma stans | Yellow Bells |
| Thevetia peruviana | Captain Cook Tree |
| LOCAL HIGH PRIORITY SPECIES | |
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SPECIES NAME |
COMMON NAME |
| Corymbia torreliana | Cadaghi |
| Ipomoea spp. other than native species | Morning Glory |
| Leucaena leucocephala | Leucaena |
| Neonotonia wightii | Glycine |
| Ochna serrulata | Ochna |
| Panicum maximum | Green Panic |
| Passiflora spp. other than native species | Corky Passion Vine |
| Ricinus communis | Castor Oil Bush |
| Rivina humilis | Coral Berry |
| Senna spp. other than native species | Easter Cassia |
| LOCAL MEDIUM PRIORITY SPECIES | |
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SPECIES NAME |
COMMON NAME |
| Chloris gayana | Rhodes Grass |
| Gomphocarpus physocarpus | Balloon Cotton Bush |
| Lonicerera japonica | Japanese Honeysuckle |
| Macroptilium atropurpureum | Siratro |
| Paspalum dilatatum | Paspalum |
| Pinus spp. | Pine Tree |
| Solanum spp. other than native species | Brazilian Nightshade, Wild Tobacco etc |
| Syagrus romanzoffiana | Queen Palm, Cocos Palm |
| Thunbergia spp. other then State Declared species | Black-eyed Susan, Blue Thunbergia |
| Tradescantia albiflora | Wandering Jew |
| LOCAL LOW PRIORITY SPECIES | |
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SPECIES NAME |
COMMON NAME |
| Asclepias curassavica | Red Topped Cotton Bush |
| Brachiaria mutica | Para Grass |
| Caesalpinia decapetala | Wait-a-While |
| Callisia fragrans | Purple Succulent |
| Cortaderia selloana | Pampas Grass |
| Duranta erecta | Duranta, Pigeon Berry |
| Morus alba | Mulberry |
| Phytolacca octandra | Inkweed |
| Salvia coccinea | Salvia |
| Tipuana tipu | Tipuana, Racehorse Tree |
What Control Works are Eligible?
The EWCR is available for works where:
- a registered contractor is required to complete the control works; or
- the purchase of herbicide is required to control weeds on your property.
Note: All applications for the rebate must be approved by Council before work commences.
How do I Apply?
Download and complete the application form below.
Environmental Weed Control Rebate Form (PDF, 178 kb)
Send all completed applications to:
Ipswich City Council
PO Box 191
IPSWICH QLD 4305
How is the Rebate application processed?
Your application will be assessed, and you will be notified of the outcome by mail. If your application is approved, you may then proceed with your proposed works or herbicide purchase.
How long will it take?
Once all of the relevant documentation has been received, your application will take 5-10 working days.
Additional Information
Class 1 & 2 Declared Weeds
Declared plants are those species declared under the Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002. Class 1 and 2 Declared Plants are Queensland's quarantine and eradication target pests, and established and serious pests which a landholder is obligated by law to take reasonable steps to keep their land free of. The Environmental Weed Control Rebate does NOT cover these species.
The most common declared plants found within Ipswich City Council are African Boxthorn, Annual Ragweed, Fireweed, Groundsel Bush, Mother of Millions and Water Hyacinth.
For information on State declared species control methods visit the Department of Primary Industries & Fisheries.
For further assistance and information please contact Ipswich City Council on (07) 3810 6666.
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