Coolnwynpin Creek
Environmental significance
Coolnwynpin Ck joins Tingalpa Creek in Capalaba it is utilised for a range of activities from recreational (boating , swimming) to more agricultural pursuits such as the irrigation of crops. The creek itself supports modified or pristine aquatic environment that provides habitat for a range of fauna. Ie Crinia Tinula,Eastern Water Dragon
Crinia Tinnula a frog species quickly disappearing from the Coolnwynpin Creek Catchment
Eastern water Dragon (Physignathus lesueurii)
Threats
- Invasive weeds such as : Ipomea sp and Glycene sp, Lantana and Brazilian pepper
- Water Pollution
- Urbanisation and Industrialisation
- Erosion
Project site
Bushland management works are occurring in a visual and degraded area next to Old Cleveland Rd on Coolnwynpin Creek. This image shows the location of the land in relation to the surrounding residences. Marked areas on the map show where the project will be undertaken.
- Area of project: 2256m2
- Number of plants to be planted: 4515
- Weeds removed:
Aim of project
- The aim of the restoration works next to the Coolnwynpin Creek is to restore and enhance the riparian vegetation. This will occur through the physical and chemical removal of existing weeds and revegetation with locally occurring native plants.
- Works are part of the Tingalpa and Coolnwynpin Creek Restoration Plan 05 and the Pest Management Plan 05.
Past achievements
- Early works uncovered several drains. To direct flow and reduce erosion these were lined with rock and regular maintenance will take place during bushland works.
Future maintenance works
- Over the coming year further weed removal and revegetation works will take place on eastern and western sides of the creek between Old Cleveland and Moreton Bay Roads.
- Over the next three years works will occur in the areas marked on the map. Once works are complete the maintenance will continue to ensure the sustainability of the works undertaken.
- Weed removal will occur throughout the year while revegetation works will occur during spring and autumn to ensure establishment and survival of planted trees.