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At Platypus we are very proud of the high quality of work performed by our team. We regularly post to our Social Media profiles a selection of projects and events. Check out our recent posts below and be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

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We're lucky to have Gemma on our team. As Environm

We're lucky to have Gemma on our team. As Environmental Works Supervisor and Accounts Manager, she has been fundamental in Platypus' success since 2012.
Managing diverse projects across the state, Gemma's passion for enhancing the environment is surpassed by none. An expert rig sprayer and master of revegetation, she always gets the job done with professionalism. Not even rupturing her ACL and meniscus playing basketball has stopped her dedication!
Outside of work, Gemma enjoys spending time with her dogs, Winston and Daphne, dabbling in pottery and frequenting live music events.
Check out more of our staff profiles on our website!
#environmentalservices #conservation #landmanagementservices #ecology #Weedmanagement #environment #landmanagement #naturalresourcemanagement

Whilst enhancing urban amenities through weed cont

Whilst enhancing urban amenities through weed control and planting, we often collect litter as we go to do our part. This particular job needed our experience and expertise to get it done.
The problem? There was a whole lot of litter in the middle of the wetland. The solution? Our professional, trained crew ventured out in the canoes to collect the rubbish!
The local community gave lots of positive feedback. Bird life and aquatic organisms that call this place home will no doubt also benefit from the enhanced habitat conditions and functionality.
#wetlands #EnvironmentalWorks #environmentalservices #Water #EnvironmentalServices #watermanagement #enviro #landmanagementservices #naturalresourcemanagement #landmanagement #canoe

🐟🪜 We've been building fish ladders! What ar

🐟🪜 We've been building fish ladders! What are fish ladders?! They are structures within or around a waterway to assist fish natural movement and migration up and downstream.
On this project a half a meter drop had to be mitigated. This was done by building six lateral rows creating pools that had a more suitable 10cm drop. These rows are made by strategically placing ice-berg shaped rocks which establish hydraulic conditions, greatly improving the navigability for the local fish populations.
Alf, our master excavator operator, assisted with this project on Wadawurrung and Bunurong Country on the Werribee River.
#environmentalservices #environmentalengineering #landmanagement #fishladder #fishladders #fishway #fishways #waterways #waterwaymanagement

This NAIDOC week, we celebrate and recognise the F

This NAIDOC week, we celebrate and recognise the First Nations people. The indigenous people and businesses we work with are integral to the work we do in the natural environment.
Not just this week, but all year round, we endeavour to practice inclusion, respect and continual improvement in our work and culture.
As a team, we are very privileged to work on many Indigenous Countries, striving to assist in heritage protection and the continuation of their traditional land management practices.
Image by Ryhia Dank, the National NAIDOC Committee and collaborators
#NAIDOC2022 #NAIDOC #NAIDOCWeek2022

Our NRM teams have just finished up an amazing 4 y

Our NRM teams have just finished up an amazing 4 year project in Wombat State Forest on Djadjawurrung country.
Over the course of the project, we controlled and reduced Weeds of National Significance and environmental weeds including blackberry, Gorse, English Broom and Himalayan Honeysuckle. Restoration works have allowed for significant increases in natural regeneration, re-establishing habitat values and a healthy vegetative structure.
We also undertook small scale revegetation works along some tributaries of the Lerderderg River, showing great success with indigenous Eucalypts and shrubs thriving.
Our teams have loved undertaking this environmental restoration project, and look forward to getting back up for some weekend hikes to see the forest continue to flourish - and to look out for some of the local wallabies enjoying our works!
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#environment #stateforest #restoration #nrm #revegetation #weedcontrol #environmentalservices

Introduced pest animal species, notably the red fo

Introduced pest animal species, notably the red fox (𝘝𝘶𝘭𝘱𝘦𝘴 𝘷𝘶𝘭𝘱𝘦𝘴), pose a substantial threat to our native wildlife through predation and food competition. They can also have a negative impact on soil and plant health.
That's why at Platypus we have experts in the field conducting pest animal monitoring programs. Various methodologies include: Footage taken with motion-activated wildlife cameras; free-baiting stations; den searches; and scat and track evidence observations. These provide data to assess their range and the impact they're having on localised environments. We can also use the observations to determine native wildlife behavior.
We can then develop and implement action plans, undertaking adapted control methods to protect our wildlife, including the threatened Brush-tailed Phascogale (𝘗𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘧𝘢).
#invasivespecies #landmanagementservices #habitat #habitatmanagement #naturalresourcemanagement #EnvironmentalServices #pestspecies #ecosystem

Waterway and asset management is vital to livabili

Waterway and asset management is vital to livability, and our expertise plays an important role.
Assets such as urban wetlands provide storm water drainage, act as a filtering system, provide habitat as well as natural areas for local residents to enjoy.
Taking large volumes of heavy urban water, these assets can often become blocked. This inhibits water flow, wetland function and increases the risk of flooding. This particular outlet on Boon Wurrung Country was obstructed by dislodged plants and other debris. Our Environmental Civil crew came in to clear it with our Volvo excavators, allowing it to function as intended once more. #wetlands #healthyecosystems #environmentalservices #EnvironmentalServices #watermanagement #water #landmanagementservices #habitat #naturalresourcemanagement #landmanagement

And that’s a wrap! Nearly 14,000 plants in the

And that’s a wrap!
Nearly 14,000 plants in the ground up at 5 Mile Creek, Romsey on Wurundjeri Country. Our teams have been working hard getting these indigenous plants in the ground, to establish and enhance habitat values in the area.
Already onto the next project in the North-West, with another 13,000 plants going in. Watch this space!
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#EnvironmentalWorks #EnvironmentalServices #conservation #planting #revegetation #habitatrestoration #naturalresourcemanagement #nativeplants

It's all hands on deck in this remote, high qualit

It's all hands on deck in this remote, high quality remnant bushland on Wathaurong Country.
Wombat State Forest was hit hard by storms in late 2021. Platypus has been undertaking a range of remedial works, including the clearing of fallen trees from tracks to ensure safe access.
Our teams have since been able to undertake targeted weed management using previously collected data. Priority weed species include blackberry and exotic trees, and revegetation of indigenous plants will follow.
#stormrecovery #naturalresourcemanagement #landmanagement #environment #habitat #habitatrestoration #ecology #landmanagementservices #invasivespecies #EnvironmentalServices #healthyecosystems #conservation

The Edithvale Wetlands is a Ramsar Convention list

The Edithvale Wetlands is a Ramsar Convention listed site (Wetlands of International Importance) on Boon Wurrung Country, where we have been controlling Common Reed (𝘗𝘩𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴).
Common Reed provides important habitat and breeding sites for the threatened Australasian Bittern (𝘉𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘶𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘶𝘴) and 38 migratory birds including Latham's Snipe (𝘎𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘰 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘸𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘪). However, the reeds can become overly dense, forming a monoculture and leaving it impenetrable for wildlife.
By grooming patches of the Common Reed with our Volvo excavators and expert operators, we have been enhancing the habitat values for these significant species and ensuring continued migration to and from the wetlands.
#HabitatRestoration #EnvironmentalWorks #EnvironmentalServices #conservation #landmanagementservices #boonwurrungcountry #landmanagement #naturalresourcemanagement #habitat #habitatmanagement #wetland #wetlands #wetlandsmatter #ramsar #ramsarsite

In conjunction with North Central CMA and local Dr

In conjunction with North Central CMA and local Drummond landholders, we're providing professional assistance in large scale weed control. #EnvironmentalWorks #HabitatRestoration #EnvironmentalServices #conservation #invasivespeciesremoval #watermanagement #weedcontrol #environment #EcosystemRestoration #ecosystem #healthyecosystems #healthyecosystemshealthylives
Utilising drill and fill, stem injection and ringbarking methods, we've controlled large Willows and Hawthorn trees through parts of the Coliban Catchment on Dja Dja Wurrung country.
As the dead trees break down, their roots will help keep the banks intact and make way for indigenous plantings and regeneration. Weed removal, revegetation and ongoing management will allow the system to recover, providing cleaner water, habitat and an overall healthier ecosystem.

The Platypus team have begun restoration works to

The Platypus team have begun restoration works to establish significant habitat values of a section of Five Mile Creek on Wurundjeri Country in Naarm/Melbourne's west.
Initially our arborist and chainsaw crew removed stands of invasive Willow and Pine trees to be replaced by Indigenoues trees.
In preparation for planting 14,000 indigenous plants, 3500m² of jute mat has been laid acting as both bank erosion control and weed suppressant. Planting begins next week and we’re looking forward to seeing the improvements over time!
#EnvironmentalWorks #EnvironmentalServices #conservation #landmanagementservices #weedcontrol #Weedmanagement #NaturalResourceManagement #landmanagement #environment #arborist #HabitatRestoration #invasivespecies #invasivespeciesremoval

It's always a pleasure to work on this picturesque

It's always a pleasure to work on this picturesque and healthy distributary of the Birrarung/Yarra River.
We've been maintaining a large stretch of the creek for many years to keep it clean, and is home to many life forms including the Yarra spiny crayfish (𝘌𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘺𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴), vulnerable platypus (𝘖𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘩𝘺𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘴) and critically endangered Dandenong Freshwater Amphipod (𝘈𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴). #EnvironmentalWorks #naturalresourcemanagement #landmanagement #environment #habitat #habitatmanagement #Weedmanagement #landmanagementservices #ecology #conservation #EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks

Healthy rivers means healthy life. The humble Tara

Healthy rivers means healthy life. The humble Tarago River in the Kulin Nations' east is a vital river system supporting Western Port and the Mornington Peninsula.
It also supports the endangered Australian Grayling, Platypus and Shortfinned Eel.
An 870m stretch of the Tarago consisted of 95% coverage of Willows (Salix fragilis), almost no mid-story or groundcover and a limited scattered canopy.
Enter team Platypus! As part of stage one, we eradicated most of the willows, grinding them and reusing as mulch spread back along the river. Large amounts of blackberry and yellow flag have also been controlled.
With stage two of indigenous plantings to come, we aim to improve vegetation condition from low to medium, enhancing fish passage and the general health of the waterway.
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#environmentalservices #NaturalResourceManagement #naturalresourcemanagement #landmanagement #environment #habitat #habitatmanagement #habitatrestoration #weedcontrol #Weedmanagement #ecology #landmanagementservices #environmental #enviro #invasivespecies #invasivespeciesremoval #water #watermanagement #arborist #conservation #EnvironmentalServices #Water #EnvironmentalWorks #HabitatRestoration

Our professional arborist, civil and NRM teams hav

Our professional arborist, civil and NRM teams have been busy on this major weed removal project the last few months!
High-threat invasive species including Willows, Pines, Hawthorn, Glyceria and Blackberry are being eradicated and controlled along a 1.3km stretch of water in regional Victoria.
Many large weedy trees have been felled by our arborists and logs transported off site. Pine logs will be repurposed for domestic and commercial use whilst unsalvageable logs mulched with our chipper and grinder or placed out for habitat and erosion control. Fencing will also be installed to keep the grass-grazing dairy cattle out of the watercourse for it's ongoing protection.
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #NaturalResourceManagement #HabitatRestoration #Water #conservation #arborist #invasivespeciesremoval #invasivespecies #enviro #environmental #landmanagementservices #ecology #Weedmanagement #habitatrestoration #habitat #naturalresourcemanagement #landmanagement #environment

We pride ourselves on a job well done. Our Environ

We pride ourselves on a job well done. Our Environmental Civil team have been hard at it desilting drains with precision so water can flow and stay healthy.
At Platypus we specialise in unblocking waterways, wetlands and drains, with particular skills in accessing difficult spots like the one pictured!
Our superb operators will be at it again today doing a mighty fine job with our 9 and 14 tonne excavators.
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Water #Waterways #WaterwayManagement #Desilt #Desilting #EnvironmentalWorks #VolvoExcavators #Excavators

Belinda, affectionately known as BJ, has been an i

Belinda, affectionately known as BJ, has been an integral part of the Platypus team since 2013. As our Systems and Operations Manager, she's been enjoying having input into restoration projects through scoping, managing resources, training, and helping out our diverse teams.
Regularly travelling from east to west and back of Naarm (Melbourne), BJ has been really proud of the quality of works and success rates of plantings. She's even been assisting on the chainsaw with the crew.
BJ's knowledge, experience and gregarious personality brings respect and a great team environment.
Head over to our website to check out more of our team - platypusenvironmental.com.au/about
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Water #Waterways #WaterwayManagement #IndigenousPlants #NativePlants #AustralianNativePlants #AustralianNatives #Ecosystem #Ecology #Conservation #HabitatRestoration #Diversity #PlantDiversity #IndigenousPlants #Revegetation

Another week and another new project is underway

Another week and another new project is underway along our waterways! This is a revegetation project in Eltham on Wurundjeri-Willlam land is a popular place for locals and visitors to enjoy nature and fresh air.
We're currently preparing areas along Diamond Creek for revegetation in the coming cooler months.
The 5,485 indigenous plants going in will help reduce erosion along the banks and provide cover and habitat for the resident platypus. Mid story and canopy vegetation will make for more habitat and biodiversity into the future. What a ripper place to work!
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Water #Waterways #WaterwayManagement #IndigenousPlants #NativePlants #AustralianNativePlants #AustralianNatives #Ecosystem #Ecology #Conservation #HabitatRestoration #Diversity #PlantDiversity #IndigenousPlants #Revegetation

We're looking for some experienced chainsaw operat

We're looking for some experienced chainsaw operators, tree fellers and spray rig operators for works in the Yarra Valley region of Victoria.
If this sounds like you, send us a message through Instagram, Facebook or our website - platypus environmental.com.au
#NaturalResourceManagement #NaturalResourceManagementJobs #YarraValley #NRMjobs #environmentalworks #EnvironmentalServices #LandManagement

😍 An appreciation post for the gorgeous indigen

😍 An appreciation post for the gorgeous indigenous plants we regularly see on our work sites across the Kulin Nations.
Whilst realising the impacts of climate change we are facing, protecting these remnant and revegetated natives is important for the continuation of natural ecosystems and the habitat they support which in turn support us.
1: Pink Hyacinth Orchid - 𝘋𝘪𝘱𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘶𝘮 𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘶𝘮
2: Eepaeep (Woi wurrung) - Native Raspberry - 𝘙𝘶𝘣𝘶𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘶𝘴
3: Djelwuck (Woi wurrung) - Austral Mulberry - 𝘏𝘦𝘥𝘺𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘺𝘢 𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘢
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Water #Waterways #WaterwayManagement #IndigenousPlants #NativePlants #AustralianNativePlants #AustralianNatives #Ecosystem #Ecology #Conservation

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