Squirrel Glider Reserve

Environmental significance

The reserve is 31ha in size and occurs within the urban environment and contains various vegetation from Open Eucalypt forest and riparian vegetation dominated by Melaleuca in the over-storey with ferns and grasses in the understorey.
It is an important urban habitat for various fauna including 9 frog species, 78 bird species, 12 mammal species and 17 reptile species. Significant species include the Squirrel and Greater Gliders both of which are breeding within this area.
The area was chosen because large weed infestations at the top of the sub catchment were infesting the lower parts of the catchment.
Andamooka bushcare group work in this reserve. You will find more information about how to join the bushcare group here.

Invasive weeds such as Singapore daisy, Easter cassia and Blue, blue billy goat weed.
Erosion of creek banks due to increased urbanisation
Inappropriate usage - trail bikes
Fire frequency

This image shows the location of the land in relation to the surrounding area. Marked areas on the map show where the project will be undertaken.

Area of project: 5000m2
Number of plants to be planted: 0
Weed Species to be removed: Singapore Daisy, Impatiens, Guinea grass; Blue billy goat weed, Coral tree and Velcro weed

The aim of this project is to return the creek area to a self-sustaining riparian and wetland community that contains diverse range of native species including ferns, grasses and sedges that will buffer against weed invasion.
Works are being undertaken as part of the McMillan Road (now Squirrel Glider) Conservation Area Management Plan and the Pest Management Plan 05.

Over the past two years bushland management works have concentrated on the creek and drainage line that runs from the end of Queenscourt Road, Alexandra Hills. Throughout this area invasive ground covers such as Singapore daisy have been targeted and removed allowing a range of grasses, ferns and sedges to regenerate. See photos.

Over the next three years works will occur in the areas marked on the map. Once works are completed in an area, they will be maintained to ensure the sustainability of the works undertaken.
Weed removal will continue throughout the coming year.