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
Big news coming! We are shooting a new video, and it's going to cover grazing and pasture management.
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Time to get your PAP Grants ready and submitted!
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Time is nearly up to apply for the Partnerships Against Pests Grants 🤝🌱
If you’re a community group or organisation which helps Victoria’s fight against established weeds and pest animals, make sure you’ve got an application in for this grant – applications close next week!
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You will see more of our signs popping up around the state, as our regional ambassadors rollout engagement projects aimed at inspiring landowners to reduce the impacts of Serrated Tussock.
Thank you to @vicgov Agriculture Victoria for funding the projects through the Pest and Partnerships Grants.
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Partnerships Against Pests Grants Round 5 - Community Pest Management Group Support
Partnerships Against Pests grants program is accepting applications from statewide, regional and local organisations from 16 March to 11 May 2026.
Groups seeking Community Pest Management Group (CPMG) support for projects targeting blackberry, gorse, rabbits and/or serrated tussock must complete this form by 1 May 2026.
The CPMGs will contact groups directly.
If you submit this form after 1 May 2026, please be aware that while your request will be provided to the CPMG, the group may not have the capacity to contact you prior to the close of applications.
Form:
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These grants enable groups to deliver place-based and community-led invasive species management activities that meet the program’s objectives and outcomes to build community capacity and capability.
Groups can apply for project funding of between $10,000 and $50,000 (ex-GST) to complete a project over a 12-month period. There is a total of $600,000 (ex-GST) of funding available for Round 5 projects.
agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/protecting-victoria/partnerships-against-pests-program-and-gra...
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Are you being a good neighbour?
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Are you being a good neighbour? Prevent serrated tussock from spreading - Surf Coast Times
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Serrated Tussock control is vital to prevent spread. Learn how landholders can manage weeds and protect neighbouring properties.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Some interesting research has been published recently, regarding cultivation and pasture improvement!
Check it out below:
connectsci.au/an/article-abstract/3/11/329/176513/The-use-of-the-chisel-plough-and-improved-pastu...
#wellness #farming #Farmlifes #pasturepoultry Landcare Victoria Wodonga Urban Landcare Network Leigh Catchment Group
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The efficiency of five chisel plough treatments in killing mature serrated tussock (Nasseila trichotoma (Nees.) Hack.) was measured. Treatments with three0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Working together on Invasive Species 😊
We've been very busy at the annual @seymour_expo this year, engaging with the community and giving away free native Poa Grasses.
Thank you to our volunteers who have been the face of all questions and enquiries.
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Grasslands Grazing to Control Serrated Tussock
This project aims to protect the agricultural asset and the environmental values of the Natural Temperate Grasslands of the MacLaughlin River landscape by reducing the critical threat of Serrated Tussock invasion.
www.uppersnowylandcare.org.au/2011/12/grasslands-grazing-to-control-serrated-tussock/
#weeds #plants #farming #farmlife #grassland #invasiveplants
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Snowy River Landcare Group have won a grant of $128,000 under the Commonwealth Governments Caring for our Country program.
This is great news for our local Landcarers, with the aim to control core infestations of serrated tussock in the immediate area of Dalgety, on the Snowy River.
www.uppersnowylandcare.org.au/2012/09/containing-the-invasion-stopping-snowy-river-serrated-tusso...
#weeds Landcare Victoria #farming #agriculture #plants #invasiveplants
Containing the Invasion – Stopping Snowy River Serrated Tussock Getting Away – Upper Snowy Landcare
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All Posts Projects Weeds Containing the Invasion – Stopping Snowy River Serrated Tussock Getting Away by Magdalene Lemcke|Published 04/09/2012 Snowy River Landcare Group have won a grant of $128,000...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Check out our summary infographic, showing how weed infestation data is shared across Victoria, and how weeds spread!
In May 2025, RM Consulting Group delivered a final report to the Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party (VSTWP), alongside the Victorian Gorse Taskforce and the Victorian Blackberry Taskforce, examining opportunities and barriers to cross-tenure weed data collection and sharing across Victoria.
More details here:
serratedtussock.com/2026/03/working-smarter-together-key-insights-from-the-cross-tenure-weed-mana...
This project was funded by the Victorian State Government through a Pest and Partnerships Grant and delivered by the Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Group, the Victorian Gorse Taskforce, and the Victorian Blackberry Taskforce.
#farming #invasiveplants #agriculture #weeds #invasiveplants #google_vignette #landcare
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Working Smarter Together for Better Weed Management (Part 4)
Challenges & Opportunities in Cross-Tenure Weed Management reporting.
Key Challenges:
• Cross-tenure complexity: Different priorities and timelines make coordinated weed control difficult.
• Resource limitations: Lack of funding and capacity restricts on-ground control and data collection.
• Data issues: Inconsistent collection methods, privacy, and unclear ownership limit information sharing.
• Coordination hurdles: Staff turnover, differing systems, and limited communication.
Recommendations for Improvement:
- Promote best practices in data collection, collaboration, and sharing.
- Host networking events for land managers and volunteers to share knowledge.
- Encourage participation in state-level multi-agency initiatives for standardised data.
- Develop decision-support tools to guide data collection and mapping.
Learn more here:
serratedtussock.com/2026/03/part-4-challanges-key-insights-from-the-cross-tenure-weed-management-...
This project was funded by the Victorian State Government through a Pest and Partnerships Grant and delivered by the Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Group, the Victorian Gorse Taskforce, and the Victorian Blackberry Taskforce.
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