Many areas of remnant native vegetation have been disturbed and their ecological value degraded. Vegetation clearing, the proliferation of introduced flora and fauna species, and changes to land use have all been responsible for reducing the integrity and ecosystem function of natural areas. The regeneration process is a means of restoring the balance, and Ecosure can provide this service for a wide variety of clients.
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Our Services
In all of Ecosure’s regeneration projects, the overarching aim is to provide a ‘head start’ to natural restoration processes. Ecosure has had considerable experience and varying levels of involvement in the regeneration process, from on-site surveys and weed-removal work to the compilation of detailed vegetation management plans. Ecosure is committed to achieving the highest standard of work, and it is through this ethos that we strive for absolute client satisfaction.
Vegetation Surveys, both aerial and ground based
Ecooure’s ground based vegetation surveys are applicable to small areas such as a beach dune, or a larger area such as a conservation park. We have qualified and passionate staff members that perform our field surveys. For the more intricate or specialist projects, Ecosure can call on a network of specialised sub-contractors, such as the renowned Queensland botanist Glenn Leiper to provide a high degree of accuracy with flora identification, with confirmation via the Queensland Herbarium if required.
Ecosure uses both helicopter and light aircraft based aerial surveying, working with the pilot to develop an efficient methodology allowing for comprehensive coverage of an area. During aerial surveys, we use specialist GPS equipment, enabling a very high degree of accuracy. Aerial surveys are verified with a degree of ground truthing.
Vegetation Mapping (GIS)
Ecosure’s high quality maps are an integral part of our vegetation surveys. Vegetation mapping may be used to assess the attributes of an area, or can be useful for monitoring the success or otherwise of revegetated areas or weed control projects.
Habitat Assessment & Mapping
Ecosure’s habitat assessment service can include flora or fauna or both. It is a useful tool when preparing management plans and in determining the potential presence of species. Ecosure’s habitat assessment allows you to understand what is currently present, and what the area could have supported naturally. The assessment information helps to determine the appropriate methods required to regenerate a site, dependent on the required outcomes of the client and to the greater benefit of the environment.
Ecosure’s habitat mapping forms important visual aids that allow an understanding of a species' distribution throughout its habitat, as well as highlighting its key habitat areas.
Vegetation Management Plans
Ecosure’s vegetation management plans identify threats, sets goals, develops solutions and incorporates measures which allow the success of the regeneration project to be monitored and evaluated.
Natural Areas Regeneration
Ecosure’s regeneration techniques and approaches are site specific and are tailored to suit both client’s needs and the local environmental conditions.
Ecosure plant stock is locally sourced and carefully selected to ensure local provenance and foster genetic integrity.
From weed removal, to habitat restoration we have extensive knowledge relating to:
- Targeted weed removal
- Dune regeneration
- Riparian rehabilitation, including soft engineering options for site stabilisation
- Large and small scale weed control
- Large and small scale revegetation plantings
- Habitat restoration – rainforest, wetland, coastal heath, open forest & woodland
Our Projects
Ecosure have completed a wide variety of regeneration projects, including riparian revegetation, weed removal in conservation areas, and the successful completion of coastal dune regeneration projects throughout the Gold Coast.
Main Beach North Oceanway Regeneration, Gold Coast
(received a Gold Coast Urban Design Award 2007)
In 2006 we performed an extensive regeneration project along the coastline of Main Beach. Works involved weed removal, and planting of native tube stock and coastal runner species. Here, we stabilised a steep bank with open-weave jute mesh and created a feature point along a popular beachside pathway using native Pigface (Carpobrotus glaucescens).
Gilston Property Development (ACG Developments Pty Ltd)
Ecosure liaised with both the client and the Gold Coast City Council on this property development. Ecosure completed the vegetation survey and weed removal on the site, and sourced and planted native vegetation following road development. This regeneration work was based around a blend of habitat restoration and aesthetics for the property sales.
Harley Park Regeneration, Gold Coast
Two days of coastal runner species planting was completed at Harley Park on the Gold Coast after the area had been re-profiled by the Gold Coast City Council. The aim was to quickly and effectively provide vegetation cover, to reduce wind erosion and stabilise the site while also improving visual amenity.
Cecil Clark Park Regeneration, Eagleby
From 2005 to 2008 Ecosure were responsible for the restoration and maintenance of the stormwater channel in this Queensland Park. Initial site preparation involved clearing out the blocked and degraded drain system, placing top soil, jute mesh and a gravel drain base. We planted a number of native species, including trees such as Brown Kurrajong (Commersonia bartramia) and Cotton Tree (Hibiscus tiliaceus) for shade and bank stabilisation, as well as creating ‘void’ plantings within the channel itself to slow high water flow.
Our Staff
Ecosure has a core team of dedicated staff, with experience across a wide variety of projects. Our devotion stems from a common appreciation of our natural environment and an unwavering commitment to its conservation. This shared mindset results in a true passion for our work.
Ecosure staff
- are trained in the safe use of herbicides
- hold an ACDC/Chemcert license for weed control
- have attended in-house training workshops (topics including weed identification and management).
- possess sound botanical knowledge, with many completing Certificates (I, II, III and Diploma) in Conservation and Land Management.
Links
Australian Association of Bush Regenerators http://www.aabr.org.au
Australian Landcare Council http://www.auslandcarecouncil.org
CRC Weed Management http://www.weeds.crc.org.au
Global Restoration Network http://www.globalrestorationnetwork.org
Weeds Australia http://www.weeds.org.au
WetlandLink http://www.wetlandlink.com.au