The natural environment is one of Waratah-Wynyard’s most important assets and is central to our local identity. Our land and coastlines support a rich level of animal and plant biodiversity,
Waratah-Wynyard has many old and beautiful trees around the municipality. Therefore, Council endeavours to protect these trees .
Waratah-Wynyard Council takes a proactive, evidenced based, and environmentally sustainable approach to weed management around our municipal area. Weeds can pose a serious threat to our region’s primary production or natural environment.
The Waratah-Wynyard Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Panel (SEAP) is a collaborative partnership between Council and the community to inform and advise Council on environmental matters.
Waratah-Wynyard Council is committed to sustainability.
In order to do this, Council has set an ambitious goal of net-zero corporate emissions by 2030.
The Heathland Reserve The Waratah-Wynyard Council in partnership with the Friends of Remnant Heathland of Wynyard (FORHOW) came together to relocate rare and endangered species of plants from a vacant
Spanish heath is familiar to many Tasmanians as a highly invasive weed. In the north-west coast it is becoming increasingly prevalent and spreading at an alarming speed. Spanish Heath is often confused with native species due to the remarkable similarities it has with our own native heath species.
Thanks to the State Government Weed Action Fund, we have a unique chance to stop this invasive weed before it gets out of control and impossible to eradicate.
The following information is provided so householders can take action to contribute towards risk reduction and their personal safety in the event of a natural emergency. The Australian Red Cross
Stormwater The following documents relate to Council’s urban stormwater service delivery. Stormwater System Management Plan Urban Stormwater Infrastructure Asset Management Plan Urban Stormwater Infrastructure Service Level Document Street lighting TasNetworks (formerly
The natural environment is one of Waratah-Wynyard’s most important assets.
Council currently offer a sharps disposal container exchange service. This service is available during business hours for residents of Waratah-Wynyard. This sharps disposal service is only available to diabetics and
The State Government has implemented smoke-free areas across Tasmania. People are required to comply with the smoke free area provisions; Council is responsible for its facilities such as sporting grounds,
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