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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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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

This week we've been locating, mapping and exposin

This week we've been locating, mapping and exposing European Rabbit (𝘖𝘳𝘺𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘶𝘴 𝘤𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘶𝘴) warrens along Anderson's Creek on Wurundjeri Country. Our experienced team also provides professional reports and recommendations on how to effectively control pest species including rabbits and foxes.
Introduced pest animal species cause environmental damage by way of competition for food and habitat, environmental destruction and predation. That's why we work hard in assisting with the control of these animals.
Check out our website to see more of our services! Link in bio.
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #Water #Waterways #WaterwayManagement #pestspecies #rabbitcontrol #foxcontrol #invasivespecies #nativespecies #conservation

One of our ongoing projects in conjunction with @m

One of our ongoing projects in conjunction with @melbournewater is the control of 𝘎𝘭𝘺𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘹𝘪𝘮𝘢 (Reed Sweet Grass). In various locations across Wurundjeri Country we have reduced the weed cover from up to 50% to just 0-5%, through integrated control methods.
With extensive root systems 𝘎𝘭𝘺𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 can easily become the dominant species, outcompeting indigenous plants in swamps, wetlands and boggy areas.
If left untreated, a monoculture of 𝘎𝘭𝘺𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 negatively impacts water flow and quality. It also reduces the availability of appropriate food and nesting for water birds including indicator species.
Since 2016, our dedicated crews have been trudging through swamps to treat the weed effectively while minimising environmental impacts- go team Platypus!
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Diversity #PlantDiversity #IndigenousPlants #AquaticPlants #WeedControl #WeedManagement #Wetlands #Wetland #WetlandPlants #WetlandManagement #WetlandRestoration #WetlandConservation #WetlandEcology #WetlandBirds #WetlandScience #WetlandsMatter #Swamp #Swamps #Water #Waterways #WaterwayManagement

To improve diversity and river health we've done s

To improve diversity and river health we've done some aquatic planting and weed control through parts of Plenty Gorge in Naarm's (Melbourne) north.
Highly invasive Vinca, blackberry and prickly pear have been well controlled to make way for indigenous plantings.
We've recently planted a bunch of Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani (Bullrush), complementing the various trees, shrubs and grasses we planted in Guling season (August) last year.
Two geological types collide in Plenty Gorge, with basalt on the west and sedentary rock on the east from ancient volcanic activity. With many walking tracks, amazing views, plants and wildlife, be sure to visit!
Pics by @de_leache
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Diversity #PlantDiversity #IndigenousPlants #Rivers #RiverHealth #AquaticPlants #AquaticPlanting #PlentyGorge #PlentyRiver #WeedControl #WeedManagement

We ❤️ wetlands, especially our wetland special

We ❤️ wetlands, especially our wetland specialist, Rohanna! Her passion and knowledge is exceptional and she has been undertaking further training in wetland plants and ecology to take her expertise to the next level.
Wetlands are an integral part of our ecosystem which we all rely upon. They provide essential functions such as water filtration, flood mitigation, sediment trapping and provide habitat to a wide range of wildlife including migratory birds.
At Platypus, we provide services in wetland construction and establishment, aquatic planting, weed control and maintenance across the Kulin Nations/Victoria.
Learn more about our dedicated team and services on our website - platypusenvironmental.com.au
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #Wetlands #Wetland #WetlandPlants #WetlandManagement #WetlandRestoration #WetlandConservation #WetlandEcology #WetlandBirds #WetlandScience #WetlandsMatter #WetlandBiodiversityMatters #WorldWetlandDay #WorldWetlandDay2022

The funky-bellied Southern Toadlet (Pseudophryne s

The funky-bellied Southern Toadlet (Pseudophryne semimarmorata) is a threatened species in Victoria, so we're working with @melbournewater to protect it's habitat.
In one of Melbourne/Narrm's reservoirs, we have been hard at it controlling inhabitable invasive species such as Blackberry and Tutsan along tributaries to improve their chances of survival.
Fun fact! Australia does not have native true toads. Toadlets are named as such as they resemble toads from abroad in their warty appearance. Southern Toadlets also has a tendency to walk instead of hop!
Source: wildlife.vic.gov.au
Pic 1: Peter Robertson
Pic 2-4: @de_leache
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #SouthernToadlet #Habitat #HabitatRestoration #ThreatenedSpecies #EndangeredSpecies #WeedControl #BlackberryControl #Waterways #WaterwayManagement

Is an echidna a good omen for 2022? We think so! W

Is an echidna a good omen for 2022? We think so! We're lucky to often spot wildlife in their natural habitat when working. One of our crews was treating invasive Vinca major (Blue Periwinkle) at Plenty Gorge when they came across this echidna. We love spotting them and reminds us why we work so hard to maintain and improve our natural areas (while always ensuring the safety and well-being of wildlife and crew of course)!
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#EnvironmentalServices #EnvironmentalWorks #LandManagement #NaturalResourceManagement #Echidna #Wildlife #AustralianWildlife #WeedControl #Brushcutting #Habitat

And that's a wrap! We wish everyone a joyful and s

And that's a wrap! We wish everyone a joyful and safe festive season and look forward to sharing more environmental works with you in 2022 ✌️

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