The Crown Reserves Improvement Fund (CRIF) provides financial support for the maintenance, improvement or development of Crown reserves.
June 2026
What was approved
Approved for Alumy Creek Reserve Land Manager
The focus of the project will be the development and application of a program to eradicate and control weeds and prevent, or deter, new invasions. The aim is to continue to improve the environment and significantly reduce the amount of risk to users and infestation of neighbouring properties.
$1,012 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Alumy Creek 2460Location of the recipient
Alumy Creek 2460About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Armidale Regional Council
This initiative enhances Crown reserves for communities, landholders, and visitors. It targets invasive species like Tropical Soda Apple, Broom, Blackberry, and Serrated Tussock using chemical, mechanical, and biological control, plus monitoring and collaboration. Outcomes include improved biodiversity, safer recreation spaces, and sustainable land management aligned with CRIF objectives.
$3,680 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Armidale 2350Location of the recipient
Armidale 2350About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Ballina Shire Council
As part of BSC management plan of the disused Wardell Landfill at Lot 204 DP 47668, BSC aims to strengthen the resilience of the vegetation of the surrounding land parcels at Lot 161 DP 755731 - Crown land, Lot 268 DP 727428 and Lot 205 DP 47668 (Jali LALC).
$76,945 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Wardell 2477Location of the recipient
Ballina 2478About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Ballina Shire Council
This project continues bush regeneration at Black Head Reserve, targeting Bitou bush and other priority weed regrowth following the 2026 works, to support long-term ecological health and resilience of the reserve’s native vegetation.
$9,409 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Ballina 2478Location of the recipient
Ballina 2478About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Ballina Shire Council
This project builds on recent CRIF-funded Bitou bush control in the Ballina Shire, extending northward towards treated areas along the Byron Shire boundary. It expands previous Bitou bush and priority weed eradication efforts, strengthening a continuous protected corridor and supporting long-term regional weed suppression.
$23,400 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Broken Head 2481Location of the recipient
Ballina 2478About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Ballina Shire Council
This project will return to Skennars Head Reserve to control Bitou bush and other invasive weeds emerging from the soil seed bank after the 2024–25 CRIF-funded works. Targeted follow-up treatment will consolidate previous regeneration efforts, reducing future maintenance needs and supporting long-term ecological health in the reserve.
$11,290 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Skennars Head 2478Location of the recipient
Ballina 2478About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Bega Valley Shire Council
Reduce the coverage and spread of weeds in priority Crown Reserves within the Bega Valley. Sites selected are in town centres and frequently used for recreational activities and tourism. The popularity of sites and location will provide opportunities for broader community engagement and education through activities and signage in kind.
$88,200 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Bega 2550Location of the recipient
Bega 2550About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Bellingen Shire Council
This project aims to manage invasive plant infestations in the Urunga Cemetery Reserve. Systematic initial weed control followed by on-going maintenance will preserve native threatened ecological communities and improve natural habitat for threatened and vulnerable fauna. Cultural engagement is supported by Yurruungga Aboriginal Corporation.
$28,367 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Urunga 2455Location of the recipient
Bellingen 2454About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Bermagui Flora and Fauna Reserve Land Manager
The Program will work towards controlling priority weeds (including those of national significance) within our two wetland areas. We will research best practice, and monitor for effectiveness. We will collaborate with our local Indigenous community, a botanist, our contractors, volunteers, and community organisations. We will ensure that follow-up work occurs.
$46,640 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Bermagui 2546Location of the recipient
Bermagui 2546About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network
This project will support follow up management of priority weeds and continue assisted natural regeneration across the popular Hanging Rock Falls Reserve. Funding provided will be used to engage a qualified bush regeneration contractor and be complimented by support from local Landcare volunteers under the direction of the contractor.
$8,928 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Barkers Vale 2474Location of the recipient
Kyogle 2474About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network
This project will support primary weed control along Collins Creek near Wagayn Bridge. Containment listed weeds Tecoma sans and Honey Locust will be targeted. Works will compliment environmental works occuring directly upstream by Gesar Springs Landcare and improve visibility and safety at the Wagayn bridge school bus stops.
$9,600 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Collins Creek 2474Location of the recipient
Kyogle 2474About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network
This project will support primary weed control along the Richmond River adjacent to The Risk Public School. This will compliment environmental works at the school and riparian restoration works being conducted directly upstream along the Richmond River by Kyogle Council and North Coast Local Land Services.
$3,840 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
The Risk 2474Location of the recipient
Kyogle 2474About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network
The project will undertake weed control activities across this Evans Head Airforce Beach Reserve with a strategic and coordinated approach addressing key transformer and high priority weeds. Works will be conducted by a qualified bush regeneration contractor and supported by Landcare volunteers.
$7,480 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Evans Head 2473Location of the recipient
Kyogle 2474About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Bowling Alley Point Recreation Reserve Land Manager
Follow up spraying of Blackberry, St Johns Wart, Brier Rose on Crown Lands managed by our Trust in the areas of the Chaffey Dam and the upper Peel River valley near Nundle NSW
$8,980 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Bowling Alley Point 2340Location of the recipient
Bowling Alley Point 2340About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Byrangery Grass (R140088) Reserve Land Manager
This application seeks to fund a modest contribution to our whole Reserve annual weed management programme with an additional focussed weed control element to allow for the opening of a walking track extension accompanied by signage for this track to take advantage of its environmental education opportunities.
$19,360 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Goonengerry 2482Location of the recipient
Goonengerry 2482About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Byron Shire Council
This project is aimed at environmental restoration of Crown Reserve R1041692 which is a significant nature-based recreation and cultural education site for community and visitors to Byron Bay. This project seeks to enhance the environmental qualities of the site through eradication of weeds of national, state and regional significance.
$36,954 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Byron Bay 2481Location of the recipient
Mullumbimby 2482About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Central Coast Wetlands - Pioneer Dairy
The project will control priority weeds over a 4 ha area in Swamp Sclerophyll Forest and Swamp Oak EEC to enhance threatened species habitat in a bird watching hotspot. The project will help prevent the spread of weeds into high biodiversity value habitat and will be supported by reserve volunteers.
$26,656 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Tuggerah 2259Location of the recipient
Tuggerah 2259About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Central Tablelands Local Land Services
Follow up control of priority invasive weeds within and surrounding Browns Swamp - an endangered ecological community of Newnes Plateau Shrub Swamp. Continuing previous efforts to control of invasive weeds is vital to the health of this ecosystem and the threatened species it houses.
$17,136 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Clarence 2790Location of the recipient
Lithgow 2790About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Cessnock City Council
Aquatic weed management is a critical component of maintaining healthy waterways. Implementation of priority aquatic weed management across all land tenures to protect Black Creek, its tributaries, and Deadman's Creek (including spillways from Metro Service Station, Nulkaba to Lovedale). Multi agency program for priority aquatic weed control leading to eradication.
$27,272 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Nulkaba 2325Location of the recipient
Cessnock 2325About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Clarence Valley Council
This project targets priority and widespread weeds on Crown reserves in the Clarence Valley. Implementing NCRSWMP actions, it reduces risks from highly invasive species through eradication, containment, and impact mitigation. An integrated program using chemical, physical, and mechanical control methods will enhance environmental health and deliver regional and statewide benefits.
$79,900 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Wooli 2462Location of the recipient
Grafton 2460About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Clarence Valley Council
The primary work areas are within zones 2,3 of the map in the 2022 Diggers Headland Reserve Vegetation Management Plan as well as small scale work in zones 1 and 4. Main weeds Bitou, Lantana, Ochna, Winter Senna, Coastal Morning Glory, Siratro and Mother of Millions and exotic grasses. Foodsources.
$7,680 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Diggers Camp 2462Location of the recipient
Grafton 2460About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Cowra Shire Council
This project will involve the control of priority woody trees, shrubs & weeds under the Biosecurity Act 2015 in order to facilitate habitat restoration at Bellevue Hill. The project is also in line with the 2010 Peace Precinct Environmental Management Plan + Masterplan.
$27,909 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Cowra 2794Location of the recipient
Cowra 2794About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Cowra Shire Council
Weed control - Chilean Needle Grass (CNG) is listed in the Central Tablelands Regional Strategic Weed Management Plan 2023-27 as regional objective - containment. Annual Management is required Biosecurity Act 2015. Ministerial enquiry raised with Crown Lands and Council due to complaint September 2024 in relation to CNG at Woodstock.
$20,363 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Woodstock 2793Location of the recipient
Cowra 2794About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Cumberland City Council
Initial slashing and spraying to eradicate weeds to be undertaken with appropriate best practice methods including manual weed control, mechanical weed control and use of herbicide. Revegetation of the site to ensure weed species remain under control and regular inspections to provide irrigation, monitor plant growth, weeds and litter.
$28,507 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Greystanes 2145Location of the recipient
Merrylands 2160About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Dirawong Reserve Land Manager
Weeds remain a significant threat to the natural values and amenity of the Reserve and the Plan of Management highlights the need for an ongoing commitment to weed control. This project aims to continue a successful annual campaign of weed suppression and bush regeneration within the Reserve.
$23,813 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Dorrobbee Grass Reserve Land Manager
This project will focus on primary and follow-up targeted weed control within Dorrobbee Grassland Reserve. The project aims to build on previous CRIF grant outcomes to maintain and advance the cultural and ecological values of the grassland and support the preservation and enhancement of the site’s biodiversity and cultural significance.
$21,648 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Dunoon 2480Location of the recipient
Dunoon 2480About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Edward River Council
Mechanical removal of widespread infestation of Sagittaria in the Waring Gardens drainage lagoons to improve water flow and reduce flood risk. Council will excavate, clear infestation, safely dispose of plant material, and implement biosecurity controls. The outcomes for community are restored drainage performance, reduced environmental impacts, reduced ongoing maintenance needs.
$172,727 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Deniliquin 2710Location of the recipient
Deniliquin 2710About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Eurobodalla Shire Council
Control of priority weeds including bitou bush and lantana in Lot 92 at Malabar - North Head Drive, Moruya NSW 2537
$13,401 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Moruya 2537Location of the recipient
Moruya 2537About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Goulburn Mulwaree Council
Invasive weed species (IWS) are impacting local community members using the sites. IWS present; Gorse, Serrated Tussock, Blackberry and African Box Thorns, St Johns Wort, African Lovegrass. IWS GMC have previously successfully gained past funding similar efforts. The reserve is surrounded by rural properties containing Box-gum Woodlands.
$45,454 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Goulburn 2580Location of the recipient
Goulburn 2580About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Kempsey Shire Council
Kempsey Shire Council is assisting Crown Lands to control, destroy TSA on Crown Lands, unidentified crown lands and Crown Waterways by chemical and manual methods using a coordinated multi agency approach. This assists Crown Lands to be complying with their obligations of the Biosecurity (Tropical Soda Apple) Control Order 2022.
$80,000 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Bellbrook 2440Location of the recipient
West Kempsey 2440About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Kyogle Council
The proposed works will target introduced plant species to improve the quality of natural vegetation across the landscape. The main weeds present are introduced grasses, woody weeds and vines. Weed management is vital for the continued health of the Wogun (Fairymount) area. The works will enhance existing environmental assets.
$22,407 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Kyogle 2474Location of the recipient
Kyogle 2474About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Lake Macquarie City Council
Pirrita Island, Swansea, is an ecologically diverse, significant coastal wetland in Lake Macquarie providing passive recreation activities to the community. The project involves weed control works to improve ecological condition of the site and maintain high-value natural areas to achieve environmental and community outcomes.
$26,281 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Swansea 2281Location of the recipient
Speers Point 2284About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Lake Macquarie City Council
Swansea Heads is a coastal Crown Land reserve located in Lake Macquarie. The project focuses on control of Glory Lily, listed as an eradication species in accordance with the Hunter Regional Strategic Weed Management Plan. The reserve is home to critically endangered plant communities and is popular with recreational users
$41,910 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Swansea Heads 2281Location of the recipient
Speers Point 2284About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Lightning Ridge Area Opal Reserve Land Manager
This project will benefit the community, wildlife and neighbouring landholders by containing and reducing Hudson Pear and invasive cacti in high-risk areas and removing outliers. Reserve staff will deliver chemical control, biocontrol releases and monitoring, with Aboriginal contractors engaged where appropriate to support cultural participation and strengthen regional biosecurity outcomes.
$96,496 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Lightning Ridge 2834Location of the recipient
Lightning Ridge 2834About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Lithgow City Council
Undertake targeted weed control to maintain high conservation value biodiversity assets and protect environmental integrity and values within the reserve and help fulfil obligations under the Biosecurity Act 2016.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Hassans Walls 2790Location of the recipient
Lithgow 2790About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Lynchs Creek Reserve Land Manager
Lynchs Creek Reserve is a recreational area providing the greater community with outdoor activities and short term camping. The aim of this project is to control the invasive weed incursions. There are weeds of National and Regional Significance present on site plus it is home for threatened fauna species.
$9,680 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Lynchs Creek 2474Location of the recipient
Lynchs Creek 2474About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Maitland City Council
Weed control around Glebe Cemetery to limit the spread of weeds along Wallis Creek and the Hunter River, to aesthetically enhance Glebe Cemetery which is as important heritage site in Maitland and stop weeds encroaching onto the neighbouring cattle farm.
$11,742 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
East Maitland 2323Location of the recipient
Maitland 2320About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Maitland City Council
Follow on works will continue from this years scope of works removing green cestrum on the islands. Plan to push further into the reserve and cover the rest of the area minus the ovals which are regularly maintained by Council oval crews.
$16,910 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Morpeth 2321Location of the recipient
Maitland 2320About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Maitland City Council
To promote the regeneration of native biodiversity at Walka Water Works. Aesthetically will improve the walking tracks and viewing areas with the removal of weeds with a mixture of control methods for the dominant species which will promote the emergence of native regrowth. Follow on works from this year.
$12,600 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Oakhampton Heights 2320Location of the recipient
Maitland 2320About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for MidCoast Council
Targeted Weed control activities on Harrington Beach, of Bitou Bush, Lantana and Asparagus species (WONS) to be controlled by drone application along the foreshore strip, combined with ongoing ground control measures in areas not accessible by drone, with additional ongoing and supporting work from Manning Coastcare and MCC Biosecurity Officers
$53,250 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Crowdy Head 2427Location of the recipient
Kiwarrak 2430About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for MidCoast Council
Ecological rehabilitation works on Crown reserves, Harrington Beach state park (HBSP and Manning Entrance State Park (MESP) to coastal vegetation including areas protected under State and Federal Biodiversity Acts that is under threat of transformer weed species.
$27,000 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Harrington 2427Location of the recipient
Kiwarrak 2430About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Northern Beaches Council
Habitat restoration and targeted control of persistent high-priority weed species at a former tip site along the Curl Curl Lagoon riparian margin. Continued weed management is critical to maintaining ecological function and ensuring the long-term survival of previously established native vegetation along this high-value lagoon interface.
$27,261 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
North Curl Curl 2099Location of the recipient
Dee Why 2099About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Northern Beaches Council
Priority Weed Control on Crown Lands adjacent to Meatworks Avenue, Oxford Falls to prevent spread into adjoining bushland and National Park and under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015 require containment and eradication if possible.
$27,272 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Oxford Falls 2100Location of the recipient
Dee Why 2099About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Northern Beaches Council
Expansion of existing weed control (including Weeds of National Significance) at Dee Why Cliff Reserve. The weed control aims to improve visual amenity along the popular coastal walkway and rehabilitate the coastal heath vegetation along the headland.
$9,080 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Dee Why 2099Location of the recipient
Dee Why 2099About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Northern Beaches Council
As the LCA, we have been working with Crown Lands to have this site worked unsuccessfully for 2.5 years as the Crown Land leasee (Greenwood Landfill/Waste Recovery) has not cooperated. Priority weeds requiring containment/eradication, include Pampas and Arundo Grass, Boneseed and Coral Trees and are threatening the adjoining Garigal NP.
$22,727 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
St Ives 2075Location of the recipient
Dee Why 2099About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Northern Beaches Council
Expanded control and removal of widespread invasive weeds, planting to increase canopy connectivity, and regeneration of native bushland along high-profile community and wildlife corridor area acting as a riparian buffer zone.
$26,000 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Avalon Beach 2107Location of the recipient
Dee Why 2099About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Pambula Wetlands and Heritage Project
PWHR will engage a specialist weed control contractor to assist in the control of exotic and invasive weeds. Volunteers will also assist care for the Reserve. This project will help preserve biodiversity, maintain ecological integrity and ensure a healthy and enjoyable environment for passive recreational activities.
$20,000 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Pambula 2549Location of the recipient
Pambula 2549About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Paterson Street Hilltop (R1002857) Reserve Land Manager
Environmental weed control and restoration works to maintain and repair the Byron Bay Clay Heath Endangered Ecological Community. Activity is consistent with a reserve plan of management and the overall Byron Bay Clay Heath Restoration Plan. The Reserve is well used by the public.
$6,292 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Byron Bay 2481Location of the recipient
Byron Bay 2481About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Penrith City Council
The project will see the consolidation of further weed control activities along the Nepean River at McCanns Island. Dedicated weed control strategies were undertaken between 2023-2025. This project will promote improvement in restoration and weed control activities at the site to improve habitat value and recreational amenity for river users.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Emu Heights 2750Location of the recipient
Penrith 2750About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026What was approved
Approved for Penrith City Council
The project will see the continuation of weed control activities across two Crown Reserves in the north of the Penrith LGA. Dedicated weed control strategies will assist with the restoration of Cumberland Plain Woodland and Castlereagh Scribbly Gum vegetation communities and improve population health of threatened species on site.
$57,500 was approved by
Minister for Lands and PropertyDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Cranebrook 2749Location of the recipient
Penrith 2750About the grant
Applications approved
75
Applications received
150
Crown Reserves Improvement Fund - Weeds 2025-26
Program term
31/07/2026