Central Coast Wetlands.

2 July 2025

THE $29,975 will be used to control priority weeds in 1.5 hectares of Swamp Sclerophyll Forest and the Swamp Oak endangered ecological community area along Tuggerah Creek at the popular wetlands reserve.

Controlling noxious weeds is vital to keep reserves healthy and functional for community use, protect the environment for native animals and plants, and to reduce the risk of weeds spreading to surrounding lands.

The NSW Government grant is being provided by Crown Lands in the Department of Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund (CRIF).

Member for Wyong David Harris said, “Our Crown reserves play a vital role by providing land for a variety of public purposes that benefit our community, including land for recreation and sport, open space, community halls, essential services, and environmental and heritage protection.

“It’s fantastic that funding has been allocated to support this prized local reserve. The weed control work will support threatened species in this popular bird-watching spot and prevent the spread of weeds into a high-value habitat.”

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said, “The grant to maintain and improve this important reserve in the Wyong area is part of $11.18 million that is being offered by the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund statewide to support community-focused projects.

“The NSW Government is focused on building better communities and these projects will keep our public reserves safe and healthy and support the cultural, sporting and recreational life of local communities to benefit many thousands of people.”