Identification of serrated tussock
Serrated tussock is a Weed of National Significance (WONS). It is regarded as one of the worst weeds in Australia because of its invasiveness, potential for spread, and economic and environmental impacts. It can spread rapidly, invading pastures, native grasslands and urban areas, and already covers more than a million hectares across New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT. Find out more.
The Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party (VSTWP) began in 1995 in response to the community’s deep concern with the spread of serrated tussock, and a strategy for the control of serrated tussock in Victoria was produced.
Serrated TussockA highly invasive tussock forming grass that is capable of growing in a range of climates and soil types.
Recent updates from Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party
The Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party (VSTWP) is returning with the final stage of the Inverleigh Extension Project in Western Victoria, to support and empower landholders in the fight against the highly invasive serrated tussock grass.
This follows on from two years of previous investment in the Inverleigh North, Cressy and Barunah Plains regions, where the VSTWP have provided free assessments to over 400 landowners.
serratedtussock.com/2026/08/tussock-extension-services-continue-for-inverleigh-and-cressy-regions
Leigh Catchment Group Leigh Landcare Geelong Landcare Network Landcare Victoria Surf Coast Shire Council Centre for Invasive Species Solutions
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The Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party (VSTWP) is returning with the final stage of the Inverleigh Extension Project in Western Victoria, to support and empower landholders in the fight against ...
We've been super busy at the Hamilton Sheepvention this weekend!
Pictured here Left to Right is Beth Jones (Deputy Secretary for Agriculture Victoria), Lance Jennison (Chair VSTWP), Michaela Settle MP (Minister for Agriculture), Joe Lesko (Community Representative VSTWP)
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On Sunday, 19th July, community members, volunteer groups, and environmental advocates gathered at Bald Hill in Darley for Grow West’s 23rd Annual Community Planting Day.
Taking place at the summit of the new 1,000+ Steps circuit, the event showcased a collective effort to restore local landscapes while offering panoramic views of the surrounding country.
Our Chairperson, Lance Jennison attended on behalf of the VSTWP. Thanks Lance!
serratedtussock.com/2026/07/grow-west-powering-on-with-landscape-change
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Can you believe this!
Pastures that can normally carry 7–15 dry sheep equivalent (DSE) per hectare can be reduced to a carrying capacity of only 0.5 dse per hectare if heavily infested with serrated tussock (Campbell and Vere 1995).
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Need some advice about best practice management for Serrated Tussock? Wondering how to identify tussock from it's seeds? See 👇
Best-Practice-Mangement-Guide-Serrated-Tussock.pdf share.google/Ol3HWSnbEhaYI6OCk
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Who are the VSTWP? Check out our current members and what we do below 👇
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Great work by the Pentland Hills Landcare Group. 'Be a good neighbour' is very effective and hopefully motivates some communities to get onto their tussock control
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Windbreaks! This Cypress windbreak sure is collecting the tussock seeds and preventing seeds blowing further.
Growing a shelter belt is a great form of prevention.
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Check out our landowner signs around the state. Let us know if you'd like a few posted to you or your Landcare group?
Now is the time to start planning treatments before the end of Spring.
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Watch Tussock bleach over winter, highlighting an important identification feature over the seasons. #weeds #farminglife #farming #invasivespecies #invasive
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A $50 helicopter joy flight at the Boorowa Show changed the way Galong farmer Danny Flanery saw his family’s land.
Details below:
aboutregional.com.au/the-50-helicopter-ride-that-changed-everything-for-galong-farmer-danny-flane...
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The $50 helicopter ride that changed everything for Galong farmer Danny Flanery | About Regional
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A $50 helicopter joy flight at the Boorowa Show changed the way Galong farmer Danny Flanery saw his family's land.…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Read all about it! Thank you to the Snowy Mail for their support and promotion of our new Grazing and Pastures Brochure and Videos.
Details below:
snowyrivermail.com.au/17573/combatting-serrated-tussock/
Pentland Hills Landcare Group Leigh Catchment Group Landcare Victoria Wodonga Urban Landcare Network East Gippsland Landcare Network Wimmera CMA
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The Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party (VSTWP) has officially launched an educational video and a comprehensive guide designed to help0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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