Parkes Way - Pest Plant Remediation

Parkes Way - Pest Plant Remediation
Project Type
Landscaping
Construction Start Date
August 2025
Completion Date
December 2025
Temporary Road or Lake Closures
No

Project summary  

The current plantation along the Commonwealth Park bordering Parkes Way contains several weed plants including Cotoneaster glaucophyllus . The project will see the current plantation replaced with Callistemon viminalis ‘Slim’ Red Bottlebrush.   

A fence will also be installed along the newly planted area. This is a safety measure to  prevent pedestrian access from Commonwealth Park onto Parkes Way. 

The works will commence early August and be carried out in two stages to reduce any impact on Commonwealth Park during Floriade.  The works are expected to be completed in Summer 2025.   

Project Background  

The current plantation is mostly made up of Cotoneaster glaucophyllus – Cotoneaster which has been reclassified as a weed in the ACT. Over the years other self-seeded pest plant species have taken root.   

The removal of the current plantings not only allows for the planting of Callistemon viminalis ‘Slim’ Red Bottlebrush but will provide the NCA an opportunity to recreate the original garden beds.   

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.

We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

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