The Fire Danger Period for Macedon Ranges Shire started at 1am on Monday 27 November 2023. Burning off is not allowed. Please dispose of green waste for free at a resource recovery facility.
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Common weeds in the Macedon Ranges like Blackberry, Gorse & grassy weeds like Serrated Tussock. Use our weed guide to assist in identifying & controlling weeds.
Our weed control program focuses on Council owned or managed roadsides and reserves.
Find out ways to search for and record sightings of native species, and how species are classified and protected in legislation.
Your responsibilities as a private landowner to undertake weed control which removes, prevents growth and spread of regionally prohibited weeds.
Learn more about biosecurity of animals, plants and weeds.