Restoration of Riparian and Littoral Habitats within Lake Macquarie

Riparian and littoral vegetation adjoining Lake Macquarie and its stream network play an essential role in maintaining biodiversity . Additionally, these areas perform a critical function in preserving the health of downstream aquatic ecosystems, and improving water quality in Lake Macquarie (a waterway of state and regional significance).

Many of these riparian and littoral areas are under threat from weed invasion, which is impacting upon the biodiversity, and reducing the ability of these areas to maintain/improve water quality.

The deployment of a Green Army Team to tackle weeds in littoral and riparian zones will provide a greatly needed injection of effort into restoring the health of these important areas.