GOLDEN CROWNBEARD - PEST WEED

Please be advised it has been noted that several instances of the Golden Crownbeard Weed has been identified in and around Carnarvon.

This is an aggressive weed that displaces native vegetation and is toxic to stock and other animals.

We are currently in peak flowering and seeding season. So it is important to stop any further spread of this weed.

We need your help!

If this weed is found on your property please see the below best practices to help stop the spread throughout our community.

Best Practice:

Pull weed from ground ensuring its roots are intact and removed from the soil.

Collect weed and roots in a garbage bag and ensure that its fully sealed. It can either be disposed in general waste or, we also encourage drying and burning the weed in small personal fire.