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LAKE MONGER RESERVE MANAGEMENT PLAN
2008-2018
Prepared by:
Ecoscape (Australia) Pty Ltd
Plan Overview 1
Social, Cultural and Environmental Significance 2
Legislative Requirements 2
Regional Context 4
Biodiversity 4
Social Environment 5
Guiding Principles 6
Plan Works
Lake and Stormwater 7
Fauna Habitat 8
Ecological Restoration 9
Trees and Turf 10
Risk Management 11
Visitation and Recreation 12
Planning and Community Liaison 13
Information, Interpretation and Education 14
Cultural Heritage 15
Conclusion 16
Implementation Program 17
References 21
Overview of Proposed Works (Map) 22
Appendix 1 Summary of Community Consultation 24
Appendix 2 Summary of Aboriginal Consultation 27
Appendix 3 Background/Benefits to Onground Work 31
Appendix 4 Public Comment Summary 35
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Town of Cambridge would like to thank the following for the contributions to the development of the Lake Monger Reserve Management Plan.
Lake Monger Working Group Members: –Cr Corinne MacRae (Chairperson)• Cr David Berry• Pamela Van Der Meulen (Wembley West Leederville • Residents Association)Simon Crowford (Wembley West Leederville Residents • Association)Lyn Manuel (Malubillai Wildlife Carers)• Town of Cambridge administration staff•
Cambridge Library staff. –Rory O’Connor (Anthropologist). –Local community and visitors to the reserve. –Aboriginal people with traditional and cultural –
responsibility for the lake and environs.
CONTENTS
Paddling swan among the weeping willows
The vision:
“For Lake Monger Reserve to be recognised as a Conservation Wetland and a significant recreational facility enjoyed and managed with the community.”
The long-term goal:
“To establish an ecologically sustainable system within Lake Monger Reserve, ensuring its long term viability; and to continue the Reserve’s positive contribution to the quality of life of those who live in and are visitors to the area.
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Lake Monger Reserve is a conservation wetland and an important habitat and permanent drought refuge for a range of fauna. it is a regionally significant recreation reserve and is registered as an Aboriginal heritage site of historic and mythological significance.
The Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 Part 1 - Background and Part 2 - Plan for Management were written and released in November 1992 by the City of Perth. In accordance with the recommendations made in these reports and the Lake Monger Rehabilitation Plan 1995 the Town of Cambridge has undertaken numerous works involving the rehabilitation of the lake and upgrading of lake facilities. Revision of these management plans along with other council documents, community consultation and Aboriginal Heritage consultation has resulted in this Lake Monger Reserve Management Plan 2008-2018. The plan identifies the remaining works from previous plans as well as highlighting major initiatives to be undertaken over the next ten years.
The plan was prepared after extensive consultation with users, nearby residents, the broader community and indigenous people for whom the reserve is culturally significant, see appendix one and two. Initiatives will be undertaken in accordance with the principles embodied in the Town’s vision for the reserve.
PLAN OVERVIEW
Progress over the past ten years, objectives, strategies and priorities for the next ten years are identified under the following management categories;• Lake and Stormwater• Fauna Habitat• Ecological Restoration• Trees and Turf• Risk Management• Visitation and Recreation• Planning and Community Liaison• Information, Interpretation and Education• Cultural Heritage
Community involvement including Aboriginal Heritage consultation played a key role in preparation of the plan and will be a significant factor in its implemenation.
Refer to the map on page 22 for an overview of proposed works for Lake Monger Reserve from 2008-2018. *Note: the plan only includes recommendations for onground works
The wooded shores of Lake Monger, 1914 (courtesy of Battye Library-BA 1104/15, 000477D)
Children punting and canoeing on Lake Monger, 1914 (courtesy of Battye Library-BA 1104/12, 000474D)
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SOCIAL, CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE
Lake Monger Reserve is located approximately 3.6km from the City of Perth within the suburb of Wembley and is managed by the Town of Cambridge. It consists of a lake (71ha) and is surrounded by a mixture of open parkland and scattered trees on the north, south and west sides and thickets of rehabilitated native vegetation on the east side (38ha). Despite the reserve’s modified state, the lake is still an important habitat and permanent drought refuge for a range of fauna, in particular the birdlife. The number and variety of waterbirds found at Lake Monger Reserve is one of its greatest attractions, particularly its usage by the black swan, whose numbers can reach the hundreds. It is also a regionally significant recreation reserve and is registered as an Aboriginal Heritage site of historic and mythological significance.
Lake Monger Reserve has a dual history, both Aboriginal and European. Before European settlement the lake and its surrounds were an Aboriginal camping and hunting ground, important for its food resources and mythological significance. After the Europeans arrived the area was greatly modified and valued more for its recreational and aesthetic qualities.
The indigenous people of the area called Lake Monger, Lake Galup. After European settlement, it became known as either Large Lake or Triangle Lake (based on its roughly triangular shape) before being named Monger’s Lake in 1831. In April 1932 it was changed to its current name of Lake Monger.
Community involvement and opinion have been identified as priorities for this plan due to the popularity and usage of the Reserve by the public. Planning needs to be flexible to best manage unforseen events and to provide interim solutions while longer-term plans are being developed. Resources will be allocated to the highest priority activities.
LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTSThe Town of Cambridge as the managing Authority must comply with all relevant legislation applicable to Lake Monger Reserve.
Environmental Protection (Swan Coastal Plain Lakes) Policy 1992Lake Monger Reserve is a Conservation Category wetland and is protected under the Environmental Protection (Swan Coastal Plain Lakes) Policy 1992 (the Lakes EPP) which provides statutory protection for the Swan Coastal Plain Lakes from filling, draining, mining and effluent discharge.
Viewing platform at the northern end of Lake Monger Reserve
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Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972A total of four significant Aboriginal Heritage sites are recorded with the Department of Indigenous Affairs on Lake Monger Reserve (site IDs; 3160, 3318, 3323, 3788) (Department of Indigenous Affairs 2008) and is therefore under the protection of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972, which protects all Aboriginal sites in Western Australia. Being a registered site under this Act means that any development on the Reserve and the lake that may disturb the site, must be referred to the Department of Indigenous Affairs.
Contaminated Sites Act 2003Due to the historical use of the Reserve as a refuse site possible contamination of the soil and groundwater has become an issue. The Contaminated Sites Act 2003 requires the Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) to classify sites reported to it and inform the relevant people, such as owners and occupiers. A memorial has been registered against Lake Monger Reserve under section 58(b) of the Act, which means subdivision or any proposed development of the land may not be approved without seeking further advice from DEC as to its impact and suitability.
Disability Discrimination Act 1992The Town of Cambridge has a responsibilty to ensure that all facilities and access to facilities within Lake Monger Reserve comply with the standards set by the above Act.
Environmental Protection Act 1994Any proposal that is likely to have a significant impact on the environmental values of Lake Monger is required under section 38 of this act to be referred to the EPA for environmental assessment.
TOWN OF CAMBRIDGE STRATEGIC PLAN
This management plan also aims at adhering to the Town of Cambridge’s policy documents such as the Town’s Strategic Plan 2005-2009 and the objectives and strategies relevant to natural and built environment.
Objectives
• A clean, safe and vibrant environment• Enhanced natural and built environment• Quality public open space and recreational facilities• Sound and sustainable environmental management• Diversity and compatibility in land use and development
Strategies
• Plan for and maintain a clean, safe and vibrant environment• Preserve and protect the natural environment, parkland, remnant bushland, beachfront and built environment• Ensure sustainable environmental management• Develop and maintain effective programs and policies to facilitate environmentally responsible and sustainable management• Identify and implement improvements to streetscape, pedestrian spaces and community facilities• Improve waste management and stormwater management strategies in line with State Government’s management strategies• Provide quality public open space and leisure activities• Develop sustainable water resource management practices
Eastern viewing platform and fauna refuge island
Adult swan and her cygnet
Birdlife gathering on the foreshore
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BIODIVERSITYLake Monger Reserve underwent significant modification since European settlement, including the removal of all the indigenous vegetation causing deterioration of the water quality. Throughout the 1980/90’s native vegetation was largely returned to the reserve and today it provides an important habitat and drought refuge for waterbirds and tortoises.
There are six recognised habitats at Lake Monger Reserve including deep fresh water, shallow fresh water, the bare lake edge, grassland, parkland lawns and the native reed beds, making Lake Monger Reserve an attractive location for numerous fauna species.
Lake Monger Reserve is also a popular tourist attraction promoted in postcards, leaflets and tourist bureaus as a place where you can experience and be part of an Australian wetland as well as see our state emblem, the black swan.
REGIONAL CONTEXTLake Monger Reserve is zoned under the Metropolitan Region Scheme and the Town of Cambridge Planning Scheme to be used for the purposes of Parks and Recreation. The Reserve is situated within an interdunal swale and is part of the Perth group of wetlands which include: Big Carine Swamp, Lake Gwelup, Jackadder Lake and Herdsman Lake. This chain of freshwater lakes occupies a shallow valley that runs north-west to south-east towards the Swan River.
Lake Monger Reserve is bounded on two sides by important regional access routes, Lake Monger Drive to the south and Mitchell Freeway to the east. The surrounding areas consist of urban development, which was identified in the Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 as having a negative impact on the reserve through contaminants entering the lake via the groundwater and numerous stormwater drains. These impacts have been significantly addressed through installation of nutrient stripping channels and sediment ponds on the east perimeter of the reserve and other management strategies, such as public education.
South west island and foreshore area to be rehabilitated
South west rest area
View of the City from the northern end of the reserve
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SOCIAL ENVIRONMENTLake Monger Reserve has a history of both Aboriginal and European usage.
The lake and its surrounds are known to be a mythological site of current significance to Aboriginal people due to its association with the Swan River Wagal. It is thought that in its journey to the sea the Wagal deviated from its route and rose from the ground creating Lake Monger and on re-entering, cut a subterranean tunnel to Melville Water, which according to tradition still exists today (City of Perth 1992). It was also a gathering point in summer due to its available food resources of fish, water fowl, turtles, frogs and vegetable foods.
Presently Lake Monger Reserve is heavily utilised by the public for passive recreation such as bird watching, exercising and picnicking.
When the Europeans arrived they saw different opportunities for the lake. Lake Monger Reserve became one of the principal aquatic resorts of the city during the early part of the 20th century with rowing, yachting and swimming facilities, before it gradually became more valued for its aesthetic appeal prior to World War II.
By the end of the 1960s, a large proportion of Lake Monger Reserve had been reclaimed by the disposal of the City of Perth refuse or filling with dredged lake sediments creating low-lying land which provided grassed recreation fields.
In February 2008 a survey was conducted of visitors and the immediate residents surrounding Lake Monger Reserve aimed at gathering ideas and suggestions for improving the lake’s environment and facilities and views on works yet to be completed from the current Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 and Rehabilitation Plan 1995.
The results of the survey showed 89% of participants supported the works yet to be completed. The survey also indicated a high level of overall satisfaction with the reserve in its current state with the most popular features being its beauty, tranquillity and wildlife.
Lake Monger jetty, promenade and pavillion, 1914 (Courtesy of Battye Library-BA 1104/11, 000473D)
Enjoying the serenity of Lake Monger
Raised walkway over the nutrient stripping channel and sediment pond
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GUIDING PRINCIPLES
In managing Lake Monger Reserve and undertaking improvements and other works outlined in this management plan, the Town of Cambridge pursues the following broad principles:
THE VISION
The vision statement for Lake Monger Reserve is:
“For Lake Monger Reserve to be recognised as a Conservation Wetland and a significant recreational facility enjoyed and managed with the community.”
LONG-TERM GOAL
The long-term goal for Lake Monger Reserve has been defined as:
“To establish an ecologically sustainable system within Lake Monger Reserve, ensuring its long term viability; and to continue the Reserve’s positive contribution to the quality of life of those who live in and are visitors to the area.”
PRINCIPLE MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVE
The principal management objective for Lake Monger Reserve is:
“To continue biodiversity conservation and restoration of Lake Monger Reserve to achieve a more diverse and self sustaining ecosystem that provides a variety of fauna habitats, improves water quality, enhances and protects the natural and historical value and allows for passive recreation, education and community involvement.”
Birds in flight Black swans enjoying a paddle on the foreshore
Rehabilitated drains, emptying into sediment collecting pond which then flows into the nutrient stripping channel prior to entering the lake along east perimeter.
Mounts Bay Outlet DrainDrain on western perimeter
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OBJECTIVE
To improve and maintain the lakes water quality to an acceptable level ensuring that the lake environment is able to support a variety of environmental and social values.
PLAN WORKS
LAKE AND STORMWATER
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
Since the development of the Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 there have been several supporting documents pertaining to stormwater and groundwater quality with the significant contribution of nutrients recognised as coming from the groundwateer particularly from the areas east of the Lake. Studies were undertaken to determine the nutrient loads and levels of other contaminants entering the lake through stormwater drains and locate point sources and investigate various methods of treating stormwater to improve the quality of drainage waters.
An intensive rehabilitation program was then implemented to mitigate some of the impacts of the stormwater drains and the contributing nutrient input. This was achieved by creating nutrient stripping channels and sediment ponds in front of the drains from the north along the eastern edge near the freeway and planting fringing and emergent native vegetation. On-going water quality monitoring and lake level management has also continued annually.
Fauna refuge island and nutrient stripping channel on east perimeter
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing water quality monitoring and understanding of the mechanisms involved in the release of nutrients from the sediment and input from the surrounding environment and investigation into the feasibility of intercepting groundwater flow into the lake from Mt Hawthorn to reduce contaminants entering the lake.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Upgrade the water level control mechanism to Swan •
River drain to provide greater flexibility with water quality management.
Continue water quality monitoring and lake level • management.
Develop and implement a program that monitors the • effectiveness of the planted fringing native vegetation in minimising the nutrient input into the Lake.
Investigate measures to reduce nutrients entering the • Lake
Implement measures to reduce nutrients entering the • Lake
Priorities for years 6 to 10Redirect drain in south west corner towards the island to • help with nutrient stripping.
Occurrence of bumblefoot on swan
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FAUNA
OBJECTIVE
To recognise and preserve the importance of Lake Monger Reserve as a regionally significant wildlife habitat and drought refuge on the Swan Coastal Plain by: raising the profile of these functions within the community; encouraging a diversity of native aquatic and non-aquatic species; and by implementing management procedures to reduce the impact of introduced or nuisance fauna on the Reserve.
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
There has been extensive progress with regards to increasing the fauna habitat around the lake. Refuge islands have been developed and extensive habitats created due to large rehabilitation works on the eastern side adjacent to the freeway. Signs instructing visitors to refrain from feeding the birds have been erected and the health of the birds has improved since this was done. There are also ongoing works to remove rocks from around the lake edge to help reduce injury and improve the health of the swans.
A major fauna management issue for Lake Monger Reserve has always included controlling midge outbreaks. Use of midge lights and midge zappers have not been effective. However, midge reductions have been noticed as a result of rehabilitation and improved lake water quality. This method has been viewed as a priority and will be continued.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing protection of native fauna through:Maintaining a diverse fauna habitat.1. Conducting research of populations to establish habitat 2. requirements.Improving community awareness and provide 3. opportunities for education.Developing a community response plan for midge 4. outbreaks.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Removal of all concrete ramps, paving and rubble at the • southern end of the lake to help reduce the occurrence of bumblefoot and improve the health of the swans.
Vegetate the southern end of Lake Monger Reserve along • the lake edge to help discourage wildlife from accessing the road and to provide shelter.
Develop management protocols to manage health issues • affecting fauna (e.g. botulism outbreaks).
Monitor midge populations and advise the community of • precautionary actions.
Develop and implement a program for survey work to • assist in understanding the usage of Lake Monger by fauna.
Maintain feral animal control•
Priorities for years 6 to 10None allocated at this time
Community participation in lake cleanup
Lake Monger supplies habitat and food for breeding swans
Rehabilitation of east fauna refuge island
South-west island covered in bull rush (Typha orientalis)9
ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION
OBJECTIVE
To restore the ecological communities within Lake Monger Reserve in order to provide a variety of fauna habitats for breeding, feeding and nesting. Improve water quality and enhance and protect both the natural and historical value, understanding and appreciation of the reserve.
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
From the recommendations within the Lake Monger Rehabilitation Plan 1995 restoration activities have been undertaken along the entire eastern edge of the Lake including a complete reconstruction of the lake edge and the creation of a habitat island, nutrient stripping ponds and channels. Due to the success of the rehabilitation, a vegetation thinning program was required to allow for continued views of the lake from the walk trail. Weed control and other maintenance procedures have also been ongoing within the reserve.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing ecological restoration through:Continued rehabilitation of the lake edge.1. Managing impediments to ecological functioning such as 2. fire, weeds, water quality and pests.Encouraging public awareness, education and direct 3. involvement in restoration efforts.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Rehabilitate the north, west and south lake edges with • indigenous plants including the removal of exotic species to provide additional habitat requirements for fauna without reducing the views of the lake and to discourage wildlife accessing the road.
Explore better pedestrian access across the western edge • of the lake which is flood prone, by possible creation of an inundation zone accompanied by rehabilitation works and raised walkway.
Develop and implement a specific rehabilitation and • management plan for the island in the south west of the lake including weed control and vegetated channel to improve environmental values.
Continue to focus weed control programs in priority areas, • including rehabilitation sites and on targeted species.
Continue to monitor and maintain all rehabilitation works.•
Nature walk through eastern rehabilitated area
Priorities for years 6 to 10Develop a rehabilitation plan including planting of low • shrubs for under utilised grassed areas along Lake Monger Drive and Gregory Street, and between Gregory Street and bowling club.
Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan for the old • freeway access road near the dog exercise area in the south east.
Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan for the • overflow pipe area in northern section of the reserve near the Powis Street carpark.
Thriving rehabilitation along nutrient stripping channel on east perimeter
OBJECTIVE
To develop a landscape character at Lake Monger reserve which enhances its function as a recreation reserve, a wildlife sanctuary and a healthy permanent wetland.
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
There is ongoing maintenance of turf areas and existing trees, including mowing, top dressing and renovation, as well as maintenance of trees such as pruning, removal (when necessary) and re-planting. The replacement of the manual irrigation system with automatic has commenced and is 50% complete. Remaining sections include south and north of the bowling club. Areas that will not be irrigated include the east side of the reserve and the dog exercise area. This ensures the most efficient application of water and conforms to the Department of Water license requirements.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing tree and turf management through:Continued maintenance of open grassed areas for 1. recreation.Minimising unused open grassed areas through planting 2. of native vegetation to create a more natural environment and reduce water consumption.Provision of more shaded areas.3.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Develop and implement a native tree planting program • north and west side of Lake Monger Reserve as well as within the dog exercise area to provide additional shade for users of Lake Monger Reserve but does not obstruct the views of the surrounding residents.
Continue the replacement of the manual irrigation system • to automatic.
Create a special events grassed area in the south-west • corner of the reserve.
Maintain all turf areas including mowing, top dressing and • renovation.
Undertake tree management including pruning, removal • and re-planting.
Monitor and maintain all irrigation systems including • upgrades.
Priorities for years 6 to 10Retain palms and pine trees on Lake Monger Drive to • preserve the European Heritage. However, remove them and replace with native tree species only if they die or become unsafe.
TREES AND TURF
Dog exercise area
Public open space
Bowling club surrounds
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Pedestrian and cyclist activity on recreation path
OBJECTIVE
To provide a safe experience for all users and to protect the conservation and landscape values of Lake Monger Reserve.
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
Upgrades and repairs to the recreation path around Lake Monger have been undertaken including a dual-use path and pram and bike ramps. A path light upgrade program has also commenced and security lighting erected at the Gregory Street carpark. Reserve facilities such as playgrounds and park furniture are monitored and maintained regularly, including safety surface replacement. Safety signage has been installed and the Powis Street carpark was developed to reduce the congestion at the Lake Monger Drive carparks. Tourist buses are restricted to the Powis Street carpark only.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing risk management through;Maintaining path surfaces to provide for safe usage.1. Ensuring facilities comply with relevant design standards 2. and specifications.Monitor visitor usage to get a better understanding of 3. users and their requirements.Encourage socially responsible behaviour.4.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Continue with the staged replacement of the recreation • path to improve safety and usability for visitors.
Continue implementing path light upgrade program to • manage public safety risks.
Develop and implement a visitor monitoring program to • identify the different users and their requirements.
Continue to monitor and maintain facilities (playground, • park furniture and other infrastructure) to the relevant standards.
Continue regular patrols to manage visitor access and • compliance with regulations.
Manage possible health risk issues regarding water quality • through warning signs.
Monitor safe pedestrian access requirements to Lake • Monger Reserve across Lake Monger Drive.
Priorities for years 6 to 10Investigate measures to control the speed of cyclists on • the recreational path around Lake Monger Reserve to minimise conflict.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Recreation path along Lake Monger Drive
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OBJECTIVE
To provide and enhance safe and suitable access for all reserve users and manage environmentally friendly recreation opportunities that are compatible with the long term integrity of Lake Monger Reserve’s values.
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
Lake Monger Reserve is a regionally significant recreational reserve with facilities such as the bowling club, the walk and cycle path as well as the playgrounds, barbeques and toilets.
There have been significant improvements made to the recreational facilities of Lake Monger Reserve. These have included, the construction of a nature trail along the eastern side through the rehabilitated areas; upgrades to the current recreational path; expansion of the path from Powis Street to the toilet facilities; upgrade of the toilets on Lake Monger Drive and Dodd Street; construction of an accessible path to the south west playground; replacement of the south west, south east and north west playground equipment and sandpit; a perimeter fence at the south west playground; additional rubbish bins; park furniture and drinking fountains; barbeque facilities at the west end of Dodd Street and south east playground; and the creation of two viewing platforms over the lake at the eastern and northern perimeter to increase the appreciation and experience of visitors to the reserve.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing provision for safe and suitable visitor access and usage through:
Balancing visitor access with conservation by providing 1. appropriate access.Providing for a multiple of uses along the recreation path 2. network.Providing universal access for people with disabilities, 3. consistent with relevant standards and codes.Regularly seek community feedback on reserve 4. management and visitor facilities.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Upgrade Dodd Street road surface and relocate vehicle • turnaround point in line with the toilets.
Install distance markers at approximately 500 metre • spacing along the recreation path to identify the distance travelled around the lake with start point at the information shelter.
Remove centre carpark along Lake Monger Drive to • reduce the conflict between car, cyclists, people and wildlife and to improve the natural environment.
Install a sign when the central car park is removed advising • there is alternative parking on the north side.
Realign recreation path path on western side to behind the • area prone to flooding and investigate the installation of a raised pathway over inundation zone.
Realign recreation path along Lake Monger Drive to • between the palm trees and pine trees.
Develop a master plan for the provision of a new • recreational amenity at the northern end of the reserve near the Powis Street carpark. The facilities could include, a café, picnic facilities, replacement of existing toilets, playground equipment and a low key skate facility (subject to a separate feasibility study).
Investigate opportunity to install outdoor exercise • equipment.
Install shade sails to the playground areas.• Install a picnic facility in the south west area of the Reserve • in close proximity to the playground
Priorities for years 6 to 10Remove the remaining carparks along Lake Monger • Drive and relocate to near the south western and south eastern existing playgrounds (size and location yet to be designed).
Investigate the practicality of the present location of • the toilet blocks on Lake Monger Drive and Gregory Street and possible relocation to the new car parks and playground areas.
When the viewing platforms require replacement an • alternative to the sunken pillars will be used.
VISITATION AND RECREATION
South-west playground
North west barbeque area and playground
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PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
There has been ongoing liaison with adjoining property owners and land managers. The State Tourism Commission, Main Roads WA and the Town of Vincent have contributed funds to the rehabilitation of the east side of Lake Monger adjacent the freeway. Since 1993 Lake Monger Reserve has played host to the Department of Health’s DonateWest annual tree planting ceremony to commemorate organ and tissue donors.
A Lake Monger Reserve Working Group Committee was formed and included representatives from the Town of Cambridge Council and community members with the purpose of managing the improvement program for the reserve. The Department of Indigenous Affairs and Department of Environment and Conservation are regularly consulted regarding relevant improvement works.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing liaison with neighbours and land managers through:
Maintaining involvement in external planning (e.g. 1. Metropolitan Region Scheme, Town Planning Scheme and development proposals) to ensure ongoing protection and integration of Lake Monger Reserve.Continued liaison with stakeholder groups to encourage 2. ongoing preservation and integrated management.Continued liaison with community groups and general 3. public and support for community group based projects.Maintaining the Lake Monger Reserve Working Group 4. Committee to manage future programs.Continued support of the organ donor tree planting 5. ceremony to commemorate organ and tissue donors.
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY LIAISON
OBJECTIVE
To protect Lake Monger Reserve’s conservation values and deliver a safe, high quality visitor experience by ensuring co-operative management between adjacent landowners and managers.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Establish opportunities to increase liaison and information • exchange with stakeholders and develop stronger relationships.
Promote education and community awareness of activities • occurring within Lake Monger Reserve.
Continue to support organ donor tree planting ceremony • but reconsider the type and location of the tree being planted.
Continue to support and strengthen relationships with • community groups that are actively caring for Lake Monger Reserve.
Relocate wishing well to the north of the reserve in the • general vicinity of the proposed north lake monger reserve master plan area. The Council donates any funds collected to the Speech and Hearing Centre.
Priorities for years 6 to 10None allocated at this time
Lake Monger Working Group representatives
Lake Monger Primary School
Organ Donor Board
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PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
An information shelter was built in 2000 near the Powis Street carpark along with interpretive and informative signage about the vesting of Lake Monger; the aims and progress of the rehabilitation; the function of the eastern edge as a nutrient biofilter and fauna habitat; key vegetation types and illustrations of key fauna; requests to owners to keep their dogs on leads and on the path; educational signage to inform visitors of acceptable activities within the reserve; and fauna management.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing information, education and interpretation through:Promoting Lake Monger Reserve as a demonstration 1. area for urban wetland management through education programs, tours, publications and community activities.Natural and cultural heritage interpretative and education 2. planning using a variety of techniques to reach a wider audience.Promoting Lake Monger Reserve as a significant wildlife 3. refuge, recreational facility and culturally significant urban wetland.
INFORMATION, INTERPRETATION AND EDUCATION
OBJECTIVE
To encourage awareness and appreciation of Lake Monger Reserve related to its values and uses, through interpretive and educational services and facilities.
Priorities for years 1 to 5Upgrade the current interpretive and information signage, • placing them on the existing plinths and strategically around the lake. Signs to detail the fauna species that inhabit the lake, the vegetation and the Aboriginal and European historical background to create a sense of identity and affiliation with Lake Monger Reserve.
Prepare and implement an education program that • encompasses the natural and cultural history of Lake Monger Reserve.
Develop relationships with local schools and community • groups to promote awareness of the rehabilitation and conservation prospects of Lake Monger Reserve.
Develop suitable entry statements to include the Aboriginal • name of “Galup” for Lake Monger and identify appropriate locations around the reserve.
Priorities for years 6 to 10Develop and implement a promotional plan that builds an • appropriate identity for Lake Monger Reserve.
Support the use of the reserve in research programmes to • enhance understanding of the environmental, social and historical values of the reserve.
One of the information signs found at Lake Monger Reserve
Interpretive and Information shelter at northern end of Lake Monger Reserve
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Aboriginal campsite around early 1900s (Courtesy of Battye Library-54500P)
PROGRESS OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS
Cultural heritage information has been incorporated into interpretive signage. Significant liaison was undertaken with relevant groups and indigenous families prior to and during the development of the Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 and Rehabilitation Plan 1995 to ensure cultural heritage values were conserved. The Town of Cambridge is currently in consultation with relevant indigenous groups and families and a consultant has been appointed to facilitate regular meetings and liaison with regard to continued works within Lake Monger Reserve.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS AND STRATEGIES
Ongoing protection of cultural heritage values through:Identifying, conserving and promoting the cultural 1. heritage of Lake Monger Reserve.Compiling and documenting the cultural history for 2. interpretive programs.Designing facilities and undertaking management that 3. consider and retain Lake Monger Reserve’s cultural attributes.Continue liaison with organisations and relevant 4. indigenous groups and families that have a cultural link and ongoing interest in Lake Monger Reserve.
OBJECTIVE
To maintain, conserve and increase public awareness of the cultural heritage of Lake Monger Reserve and to ensure the management of the reserve recognises the significance of the site to Aboriginal people.
CULTURAL HERITAGE
Priorities for years 1 to 5Collect, document and promote Aboriginal, colonial and • contemporary history to increase public awareness of Lake Monger Reserve’s cultural heritage.
Incorporate the Aboriginal history of Lake Monger Reserve • in interpretive material including signs, sculptures, paintings etc.
Ensure any upgrading work conducted on the reserve • is in accordance with the Western Australian Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972-1980 and in consultation with relevant Aboriginal groups.
Priorities for years 6 to 10Organise, as appropriate, traditional Aboriginal • ceremonies/events.
A couple sit on the grass at Lake Monger, 1914 (courtesy of Battye Library-BA 1104/13, 000475D)
Historical uses of Lake Monger Reserve (courtesy of Battye Library-012237D)
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CONCLUSION
South view from Lake Monger Reserve
IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM
This review has identified 62 priorities (recommendations) of which 29 are for on-ground works. These have been prioritised and are included in the following 10-year program.
This program will assist in carrying out the works by including the projects shown in each year in the Town’s budget development process annually.
Although a 10-year program is planned for all the works, their completion will depend on appropriate funds being allocated annually. The implementation program will require updating annually.
REVIEW
Minor amendments to the plan may be required during its 10-year term to allow for adaptive management. Any major changes proposed will require public review and comment, Aboriginal heritage consultation, Council endorsement and ministerial approval.
This plan is due for formal review in 2018.
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managem
ent.
NA
Continue
water
quality
mon
itoring
andlake
levelm
anagem
ent.
NA
Develop
andim
plem
entaprogram
that
mon
itors
theeffectiven
essof
theplanted
fringing
nativ
evegetatio
ninminim
isingthenu
trient
inpu
tintotheLake.
2Re
directdraininsouthwestcorne
rtowards
theisland
tohe
lpwith
nutrient
stripp
ing.
NA
Investigatemeasuresto
redu
cenu
trientsen
tering
Lake
Mon
gerRe
servefrom
grou
ndwater
NA
Implem
entm
easuresto
redu
cenu
trientsen
tering
Lake
Mon
gerRe
servefrom
grou
ndwater
Faun
aHab
itat
3Re
movalof
allcon
creteramps,p
avingandrubb
leat
thesouthe
rnen
dof
thelake
tohe
lpredu
cetheoccurren
ceof
bumblefoo
tand
improvethehe
alth
ofthesw
ans.
Works
tobe
programmed
NA
Vegetate
thesouthe
rnen
dof
Lake
Mon
gerRe
servealon
gthelake
edge
tohe
lpdiscou
rage
wildlifefrom
accessingtheroad
andto
provideshelter.
NA
Develop
managem
entprotocols
tomanage
health
issues
affecting
faun
a(e.g.
botulism
outbreaks).
NA
Mon
itormidge
popu
latio
nsandadvise
commun
ityof
precautio
nary
actio
ns.
NA
Develop
andim
plem
entaprogram
forsurvey
workto
assist
inun
derstand
ingthe
usageof
Lake
Mon
gerby
faun
a.
NA
Maintainferalanimalcontrol
EcologicalRe
storation
4Re
habilitatetheno
rth,westa
ndsouthlake
edgeswith
indigeno
usplantsinclud
ingthe
removal
ofexotic
speciesto
provide
additio
nalhabitatrequ
irem
ents
forfaun
awith
outred
ucingtheview
sof
thelake
andto
discou
rage
wildlifeaccessingtheroad.
5Facilitatebe
tter
pede
strian
access
across
thewestern
edge
ofthelake
which
isflo
odpron
e,by
creatin
gan
inun
datio
nzone
accompanied
byrehabilitation
works
and
raised
walkw
ay.
6Develop
andim
plem
entaspecificrehabilitationandmanagem
entplan
fortheisland
inthesouthwestof
thelake
includ
ingweedcontrolandvegetatedchanne
lto
improveen
vironm
entalvalue
s.NA
Continue
tofocusweedcontrolprogramsin
priority
areas,
includ
ingrehabilitation
sitesandon
targeted
species.
NA
Continue
tomon
itorandmaintainallreh
abilitatio
nworks.
IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM
17
ProjectDetails
Year
1Ye
ar2
Year
3Ye
ar4
Year
5Ye
ar6
Year
7Ye
ar8
Year
9Ye
ar10
7Develop
arehabilitation
plan
includ
ingplantin
gof
low
shrubs
forun
derutilised
grassedareasalon
gLake
Mon
gerDrive
andGregory
Street,andbe
tweenGregory
Street
andbo
wlingclub
.
8Develop
andim
plem
entarehabilitationplan
fortheoldfreeway
access
road
near
the
dogexercise
area
inthesoutheast.
9Develop
andim
plem
entarehabilitationplan
fortheoverflo
wpipe
area
inno
rthe
rnsectionof
thereservene
arthePo
wisStreet
carpark.
Treesan
dTu
rf10
Develop
andim
plem
entanativ
etree
plantin
gprogram
toprovideadditio
nalshade
forusersof
Lake
Mon
gerRe
servebu
tdo
esno
tob
struct
theview
sof
thesurrou
nding
reside
nts(north
andwestside
ofLake
Mon
gerRe
serveas
wellas
with
inthedo
gexercise
area).
11Co
ntinue
thereplacem
ento
fthe
manualirrigationsystem
toautomatic.
12Create
aspecialeventsgrassedarea
inthesouthwestcorne
rof
thereserve.
NA
Maintainallturfareas
includ
ingmow
ing,topdressing
andreno
vatio
n.
NA
Und
ertake
tree
managem
entincluding
prun
ing,removalandre
plantin
g.
NA
Mon
itorandmaintainallirrigationsystem
sinclud
ingup
grades.
NA
Retainpalm
sandpine
treeson
Lake
Mon
gerDrive
topreserve
theEurope
anhe
ritage.
How
ever,rem
ovethem
andreplacethem
with
nativ
etree
specieson
lyifthey
dieor
becomeun
safe.
Risk
Man
agem
ent
13Co
ntinue
with
thestaged
replacem
entof
therecreatio
npath
toim
provesafety
and
usability
forvisitors.
14Co
ntinue
implem
entin
gpath
light
upgradeprogram
tomanagepu
blicsafetyrisks.
NA
Develop
andim
plem
entavisitormon
itoring
program
toiden
tifythedifferen
tusers
andtheirrequ
irem
ents.
NA
Continue
tomon
itorandmaintainfacilities(playgroun
dandpark
furnitu
re)to
the
relevant
standards.
NA
Continue
regularpatrolsto
managevisitoraccessandcompliancewith
regulatio
ns.
NA
Mon
itorthesuita
blesafety
ofsafe
pede
strian
access
requ
irem
ents
toLake
Mon
ger
ReserveacrossLake
Mon
gerDrive
NA
Managepo
ssiblehe
alth
risk
issues
regardingwater
quality
throughwarning
signs.
NA
Investigatemeasuresto
controlthe
speedof
cyclistson
therecreatio
nalp
atharou
ndLake
Mon
gerRe
serveto
minim
isepe
destrian/cyclistcon
flict
Works
tobe
programmed
18
ProjectDetails
Year
1Ye
ar2
Year
3Ye
ar4
Year
5Ye
ar6
Year
7Ye
ar8
Year
9Ye
ar10
Visitationan
dRe
creation
15Upgrade
Dod
dStreet
road
surfaceandrelocate
vehicleturnarou
ndpo
intto
beinline
with
thetoilets.
16Installdistancemarkersat
approxim
ately50
0metre
spacingalon
gtherecreatio
npath
toiden
tifythedistance
travelledarou
ndthelake
with
startpo
intat
northe
rnen
dne
arinform
ationshelter.
17Re
movecentre
carparkalon
gLake
Mon
gerDrive
toired
ucetheconflictbe
tweencars,
cyclists,peo
pleandwildlifeandim
provethenaturalenviron
men
t18
Installa
sign
whe
nthecentralcar
park
isremoved
advising
thereiscarparkingspace
offP
owisStreet.
19Re
alignrecreatio
npath
onwestern
side
tobe
hind
thearea
pron
eto
flood
ingand
investigatetheinstallatio
nof
araised
pathway
over
inun
datio
nzone
.20
Realignrecreatio
npath
alon
gLake
Mon
gerDrive
tobe
tweenthepalm
treesandpine
trees.
21*D
evelop
amasterplan
fortheprovisionof
ane
wrecreatio
nalamen
ityat
theno
rthe
rnen
dof
thereservene
arthePo
wisStreet
carpark.
Thefacilitiescouldinclud
e,acafé,
picnicfacilities,replacem
entof
existin
gtoilets,p
laygroun
deq
uipm
entandalowkey
skatefacility.
NA
Investigateop
portun
ityto
installoutdo
orexercise
equipm
ent.
22Installshade
sails
totheplaygrou
ndareas
23Installa
picnicfacilityin
thesouthwestarea
oftheRe
servein
closeproxim
ityto
the
playgrou
nd.
24Re
movetheremaining
carparks
alon
gLake
Mon
gerDrive
andrelocate
tobe
near
tothesouthwestern
andsoutheasternexistin
gplaygrou
nds.
25Investigatethepracticality
ofthepresen
tlocationof
thetoiletblocks
onLake
Mon
ger
Drive
andGregory
Street
andrelocate
tothene
wcarparksandplaygrou
ndareas.
26Whe
ntheview
ingplatform
srequ
irereplacem
entan
alternativeto
thesunken
pilars
willbe
used
.Plan
ning
andCo
mmun
ityLiaison
NA
Establish
oppo
rtun
ities
toincrease
liaison
and
inform
ation
exchange
with
stakeh
olde
rsandde
velopstronger
relatio
nships.
NA
Prom
oteed
ucationandcommun
ityaw
aren
essof
activ
ities
occurringwith
inLake
Mon
gerRe
serve.
NA
Continue
tosupp
ortorgando
nortree
plantin
gceremon
ybu
treconsider
thetype
and
locatio
nof
thetree
beingplanted.
NA
Continue
tosupp
ortandstrengthen
relatio
nships
with
commun
itygrou
psthat
are
activ
elycaring
forLake
Mon
gerRe
serve.
27Re
locate
wishing
wellto
theno
rthof
thereservein
thegene
ralvicinity
ofthe
prop
osed
northlake
mon
gerreservemasterplan
area.TheCo
uncildon
ates
anyfund
scollected
totheSpeech
andHearing
Centre.
Works
tobe
programmed
*Thi
s pr
opos
al is
to b
e re
ferr
ed to
the
DE
C S
wan
Reg
iona
l Offi
ce a
fter d
esig
n st
age
com
plet
ed.
19
ProjectDetails
Year1
Year2
Year3
Year4
Year5
Year6
Year7
Year8
Year9
Year10
Inform
ation,Interpretationan
dEd
ucation
28Upgradethecurren
tinterpretive
and
inform
ation
signage,
placingthem
on
the
existingplinthsandstrategically
aroundthelake.Signsto
detailthefaunaspeciesthat
inhabit
the
lake,the
vegetation
and
the
Aboriginal
and
European
historical
backgroundto
create
asense
ofiden
tity
andaffiliationwithLake
Monger.
NA
Prepareandim
plemen
tan
educationprogram
that
encompassesthenaturaland
culturalhistory
ofLake
MongerReserve.
NA
Develop
relationships
with
localschools
and
community
groups
topromote
awaren
essoftherehabilitationandconservationprospectsofLake
Monger.
29Developsuitableen
trystatem
entsto
includetheAboriginalnam
eof“G
alup”forLake
Mongerandiden
tifyappropriatelocationsaroundthereserve.
NA
Developandim
plemen
tapromotional
planthat
buildsan
appropriateiden
tity
for
Lake
MongerReserve.
NA
Supporttheuse
oftheReserve
inresearch
program
mes
toen
hance
understandingof
theen
vironmen
tal,socialandhistoricalvalues
ofthereserve.
CulturalH
eritage
Worksto
beprogram
med
CulturalH
eritage
NA
Collect,documen
tandpromote
Aboriginal,colonialandcontemporary
history
toincrease
public
awaren
essofLake
MongerReserve’sculturalheritage.
NA
Incorporate
theAboriginal
history
ofLake
Mongerin
interpretive
materialincluding
signs,sculptures,paintings
etc.
NA
Ensure
anyupgradingwork
conducted
onthereserveis
inaccordance
withthe
Western
Australian
Aboriginal
Heritage
Act
1972
1980
and
inconsultation
with
relevantAboriginalgroups.
NA
Organise,as
appropriate,traditionalAboriginalceremonies/even
ts.
timeframeallocatedto
task
20
REFERENCES
Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (2006), Bold Park Management Plan 2006-2011,Government of Western Australia, Perth.
Burke, S (2003), A Report of an Archeologcal Monitoring of Galup (Lake Monger) Western Australia, for The Town of Cambridge, Perth.
City of Perth (1992a), Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 Part 1-Background, Department of Parks gardens and Landscape, Perth.
City of Perth (1992b), Lake Monger Management Plan 1993-1998 Part 2-Plan for Management, Department of Parks gardens and Landscape, Perth.
Department of Indigenous Affairs (2008), Aboriginal Heritage Enquiry System, from http://www.dia.wa.gov.au/Heritage/Inquiry/
Martinick McNulty Pty Ltd (1998a), Lake Monger Groundwater Study: Phase 1, for Town of Cambridge, Perth.
Martinick McNulty Pty Ltd (1998b), Lake Monger Stormwater Monitoring, for Town of Cambridge, Perth.
Regeneration Technology Pty Ltd (1995), Lake Monger Rehabilitation Plan-east and south-east areas, Perth.
Town of Cambridge (2006), Town of Cambridge Annual Report, Perth.
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BOLD PARK COMMUNITY
SCHOOL, SPEECH AND HEARING CENTRE LEASE
dog exercise area
pede
strian
bridg
e
sediment collectingponds interceptingstormwater drains
nature trail, boardwalk,viewing platform and
nutrient stripping channel
fauna refuge& nesting island
southern lake edge
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lake monger
POWIS STREET
LAKE MONGERPRIMARY SCHOOL
LAKE MONGER DRIVE
MITCHELL FREEWAY
OVERVIEW OF PROPOSED WORKS (MAP)
LAKE MONGER RESERVE MANAGEMENT PLAN - 2008-2018
legendreserve boundary
existing parking
existing toilet
existing high points
existing turf area
rehabilitation completed
rehabilitation area proposed (low native vegetation)
nature trail
recreation upgrade completed
recreation upgrade proposed
raised recreation pathproposed
master plan boundary
organ donor board relocate
playground
picnic facility
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rehabilita
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Lake and StormwaterUpgrade the water level control mechanism to Swan River drain to provide greater flexibility with water quality management.
Redirect drain in south west corner towards the island to help with nutrient stripping.
Fauna HabitatRemoval of all concrete ramps, paving and rubble at the southern end of the lake to help improve the health of the swans.
Ecological RestorationRehabilitate the north, west and south lake edges with indigenous plants including the removal of exotic species to provide additional habitat requirements for fauna without reducing the views of the lake and to discourage wildlife accessing the road.
Explore better pedestrian access across the western edge of the lake which is flood prone by possible creation of an inundation zone accompanied by rehabilitation works and raised walkway.
Develop and implement a specific rehabilitation and management plan for the island in the south west corner of the lake including weed control and vegetated channel to improve environmental values.
Develop a rehabilitation plan including planting of low shrubs for under- utilised grassed areas along Lake Monger Drive and Gregory Street, and between Gregory Street and bowling club.
Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan for the old freeway access road near the dog exercise area in the south east.
Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan for the overflow pipe area in northern section of the reserve near the Powis Street car park.
Trees and TurfDevelop and implement a native tree planting program to provide additional shade for users of Lake Monger Reserve but does not obstruct the views of the surrounding residents (along the west side of Lake Monger Reserve as well as within the dog exercise area).
Continue the replacement of the manual irrigation system to automatic.
Create a special events grassed area in the south-west corner of the reserve.
Risk ManagementContinue with the staged replacement of the recreation path to improve safety and usability for visitors.
Continue implementing path light upgrade program to improve safety and usability for visitors. Visitation and RecreationUpgrade Dodd Street road surface and relocate vehicle turnaround point in line with the toilets
Install of distance markers at approximately 500m spacing along the recreation path to identify the distance travelled around the lake with start point at northern end near information shelter.
Remove centre car park along Lake Monger Drive to reduce the conflict between cars, cyclists, people and wildlife and to improve the natural environment.
Install a sign when central car park is removed advising there is alternative parking on the north side. Realign recreation path on western side to behind the area prone to flooding and investigate the installation of a raised pathway over inundation zone.
Realign pedestrian path along Lake Monger Drive to between the palm trees and pine trees.
Develop a master plan for the provision of a new recreational amenity at the northern end of the reserve near the Powis Street carpark. The facilities could include, a café, picnic facilities, replacement of existing toilets, playground equipment and a low key skate facility.
Install shade sails to the playgrounds.
Install a picnic facility in the south-west area of the Reserve in close proximately to the playground.
Remove the remaining carparks along Lake Monger Drive and relocate to near the south western and south eastern existing playgrounds.
Investigate the practicality of the present location of the toilet blocks on Lake Monger Drive and Gregory Street and possible relocation to the new car parks and playground areas.
When the viewing platforms require replacement an alternative to the sunken pillars will be used.
Planning and Community LiaisonRelocate wishing well to the north of the reserve in the general vicinity of the proposed north lake monger reserve master plan area. The Council donates any funds collected to the Speech and Hearing Centre.
Information, Interpretation and EducationUpgrade the current interpretive and information signage, placing them on the existing plinths and strategically around the lake. Develop suitable entry statements to include the Aboriginal name of “Galup” for Lake Monger and identify appropriate locations around the reserve.
Ongoing Maintenance works• Maintenance of turf including trees & irrigation systems
• Maintenance of rehabilitated areas
• Maintenance of infrastructure assets
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2
APPENDIX ONE
LOCAL COMMUNITY QUESTIONNAIRE SUMMARY OF RESULTS - FEBRUARY 2008
Your Priority Level
ItemNo. Description of Existing Proposed Works Yes
1(High) 2 3 4
5(Low) No
Total Votes
% Yes Votes
1 Water Level Control
1.1 upgrade the control mechanism on outlet drain to assist water level control 128 71 21 18 2 7 3 131 98%
2 Southern Lake Edge
2.1 rehabilitate between lake edge and recreation path to improve environmental values 120 54 27 19 4 7 18 138 87%
2.2
retain existing landscape concept between recreation path and Lake Monger drive (including irrigated turf and with palms and pine trees) to retain European Heritage 119 50 26 21 6 6 19 138 86%
2.3
remove existing carparks along Lake Monger drive and relocate in the general vicinity of the south western and south eastern existing playgrounds to improve traffic management along Lake Monger Drive 80 33 10 13 7 11 62 142 56%
3 Island and Drain
3.1develop a rehabilitation plan including weed control and vegetated channel to improve environmental values 136 62 24 29 4 6 3 139 98%
3.2 redirect drain towards island to help with nutrient stripping 131 55 29 29 5 4 2 133 98%
4 Special Events Area
4.1 maintain a special events zone to support community activities/participation 134 42 27 30 10 15 9 143 94%
5 Recreation Path
5.1 continue the staged replacement of path to improve safety and usability for visitors 139 63 27 23 7 6 3 142 98%
5.2 Continue implementing path light upgrade program to improve safety and usability for visitors 139 76 22 15 7 7 4 143 97%
6 Pest Control
6.1 implement midge control unit program from south east to north west picnic areas 138 80 21 9 4 6 6 144 96%
7 Existing Turf Areas
7.1implement indigenous tree planting program (at 40m spacing and max 15m tree height) to improve environmental and amenity values 121 44 25 34 12 6 20 141 86%
7.2 install automatic irrigation systems to reduce groundwater consumption 136 53 29 32 5 6 5 141 96%
8 Area Prone to Flooding
8.1identify issues with water inundation adjacent to and including the path to improve safety and usability for visitors 116 30 20 30 17 12 23 139 83%
8.2 rehabilitate inundation area with indigenous plants to increase biodiversity and aesthetics 121 36 31 26 11 11 15 136 89%
8.3 integration of a raised pathway over low lying area or raise path to 14m AHD to improve access to this area 103 22 23 23 13 16 30 133 77%
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Your Priority Level
ItemNo. Description of Existing Proposed Works Yes
1(High) 2 3 4
5(Low) No
Total Votes
% Yes Votes
9 Foreshore
9.1 weed control and removal of exotic species to improve environmental values 128 51 26 23 10 11 10 138 93%
9.2 rehabilitate between lake edge and recreation path to improve environmental values 126 46 29 24 12 10 12 138 91%
10 Potential Amenity Improvement
10.1
provision of new recreational amenities (eg: café, picnic facilities, replacement of existing toilets, playground and a low key skate facility). Note: North Lake Monger amenities will be subject of a separate study and further consultation to come. 108 44 19 17 7 10 34 142 76%
11 Freeway Alignment
11.1 rehabilitate old freeway access road to improve environmental values 120 28 20 38 12 14 12 132 91%
12 Dog Exercise Area
12.1 maintain non-irrigated lawn to retain dog exercise facility 123 39 21 26 11 22 11 134 92%
12.2implement indigenous tree planting program (at 40m spacing and max 15m tree height) to improve environmental and amenity values 125 41 29 26 7 15 18 143 87%
13 Dodd Street Upgrade
13.1upgrade road surface and relocate vehicle turnaround to be in line with the toilets to improve safety and usability for visitors 117 37 16 27 16 11 22 139 84%
14 Maintenance Works
14.1
Required to ensure existing assets are maintained to a safe standard and in good working order including: rehabilitation, irrigation, playgrounds and other infrastructure
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Totals 2708 341 3049 89%
Assessment of Survey
1. Approximately 700 questionnaires were distributed to local residents and another 200 were taken by visitors to the Reserve from three locations around the lake, total 900.
2. A total of 154 completed questionnaires were returned from a total of 900, representing a 17% return rate 3. From the completed questionnaires a total of 2708 Yes votes and 341 NO votes (from a possible 3049) were recorded.
This amounts to 89% in support of the works and 11% opposed.
4. The lowest level of support of 56% was recorded against item 2.3, relocation of the south car parks. The remaining items recorded a support level of over 75%.
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Mon
ger R
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unity
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scrip
tion
of P
ropo
sed
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ks
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ect L
iste
d in
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rren
t Pla
n or
Pr
evio
usly
App
rove
d by
Cou
ncil
Proj
ect
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et
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oved
by
Cou
ncil
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men
ts fr
om th
e W
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ily
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ting
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e M
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r Res
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ts fr
om
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tlet d
rain
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
Ag
reed
2So
uthe
rn L
ake
Edge
2.
1 re
habi
litat
e be
twee
n la
ke e
dge
and
recr
eatio
n pa
th
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed, b
ut
ongo
ing
cons
ulta
tion/
advi
ce
requ
este
d
Agre
ed. W
ater
ways
an
d w
etla
nds
are
sacr
ed p
lace
s to
the
Jaco
bs, M
ouris
h,
Evan
s an
d G
idja
p fa
milie
s, w
ho a
re
desc
enda
nts
of
Joob
aitc
h,Ya
lgon
ga,
Mid
gego
oroo
and
M
unda
y. L
ake
Mon
ger w
as
Yalg
onga
’s c
ampi
ng
plac
e Th
e la
ke
shou
ld n
ot b
e ta
mpe
red
with
.
Agre
ed.
Gar
lett
fam
ilyin
tere
sted
in
all
reha
bilit
atio
nwo
rk
Agre
ed
Agre
ed. L
ake
Mon
ger i
s a
sacr
ed p
alce
to
the
Balla
ruk
and
Did
jarru
k pe
ople
. It
is im
porta
nt
that
they
be
invo
lved
on
an
ongo
ing
basi
s in
wo
rks
here
. The
y w
ill op
pose
any
di
stur
banc
e to
th
e be
d of
the
lake
Ken
supp
orts
the
deve
lopm
ent o
f am
eniti
es a
t Lak
e M
onge
r for
the
peop
le
of P
erth
. He
will
not
oppo
se a
ny
deve
lopm
ent t
here
, as
long
as
the
lake
itse
lf is
no
t im
pact
ed. I
t is
also
an
impo
rtant
sac
red
Dre
amin
g si
te fo
r his
pe
ople
and
he
belie
ves
that
pub
lic n
otic
es to
th
at e
ffect
sho
uld
be
erec
ted
ther
e. T
his
proj
ect s
houl
d fo
rm p
art
of th
e ge
nera
l im
prov
emen
ts p
lann
ed
2.2
reta
in e
xistin
g la
ndsc
ape
conc
ept
betw
een
recr
eatio
n pa
th a
nd L
ake
Mon
ger d
rive
(incl
udin
g irr
igat
ed tu
rf an
d w
ith p
alm
s an
d pi
ne tr
ees)
Agre
ed-h
owev
er if
pa
lm o
r pin
e tre
es d
ie
or b
ecom
e un
safe
re
plac
e wi
th lo
cal t
ree
spec
ies
Agre
ed.
Req
uest
pa
th b
e re
loca
ted
betw
een
Palm
and
Pi
nes.
Agre
ed, b
ut lo
cal
spec
ies
shou
ld b
e us
ed fo
r any
ne
w/re
plac
emen
t pl
antin
gs
Agre
ed
Agre
ed.
Gar
lett
fam
ilyin
tere
sted
in
all
reve
geta
tion
work
Agre
ed a
nd
also
wan
t to
see
mor
e lo
cal
spec
ies
repl
ace
exot
ic s
peci
es
in ti
me
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
2.3
rem
ove
exis
ting
carp
arks
alo
ng L
ake
Mon
ger d
rive
and
relo
cate
to s
outh
we
ster
n an
d so
uth
east
ern
exis
ting
play
grou
nds
Agre
ed -
Will
requ
ire
Abor
igin
al m
onito
rs
durin
g ea
rthw
orks
Agre
ed.
Req
uest
ne
w ca
r par
k be
co
nstru
cted
awa
y fro
m la
ke e
dge.
Will
requ
ire
Abor
igin
al m
onito
rs
durin
g in
itial
ea
rthwo
rks.
Agre
ed, b
ut
Abor
igin
alm
onito
rsre
ques
ted
for
earth
work
s.
Men
tione
d bu
rials
at
Hom
e of
Goo
d Sh
ephe
rd a
nd
perh
aps
near
er
lake
Agre
ed, b
ut th
e tra
ditio
nal f
amilie
s sh
ould
mon
itor
work
s in
thei
r an
cest
ors’
land
s, a
s th
ere
may
be
buria
ls
dist
urbe
d
Agre
ed.
Abor
igin
alm
onito
rssh
ould
be
on
site
whe
n gr
ound
dist
urba
nce
is ta
king
pl
ace
in th
e vi
cini
ty o
f the
la
ke
Agre
ed, s
ubje
ct
to A
borig
inal
m
onito
ring
of
exca
vatio
ns
Agre
ed, b
ut th
ere
shou
ld a
lway
s be
Ab
orig
inal
mon
itors
on
hand
wh
en in
itial
ea
rthwo
rks
are
taki
ng p
lace
. All
work
mus
t sto
p if
hum
an re
mai
ns
are
unco
vere
d
Agre
ed, b
ut K
en n
oted
th
e bu
rials
at H
ome
of
Goo
d Sh
ephe
rd a
nd
ones
men
tione
d in
the
book
Win
jan’
s Pe
ople
.St
eps
shou
ld b
e ta
ken
to e
nsur
e th
at g
roun
d di
stur
banc
e do
es n
ot
dist
urb
the
dead
3Is
land
and
Dra
in
3.1
deve
lop
a re
habi
litat
ion
plan
incl
udin
g we
ed c
ontro
l and
veg
etat
ed c
hann
el
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed, b
ut
Abor
igin
al in
put
into
pla
n re
ques
ted.
Agre
ed. R
eque
st fo
r pl
ans
to b
e se
nt to
R
ev. C
.Jac
obs
when
pre
pare
d
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed, b
ut th
e Ba
llaru
k gr
oup
want
s to
insp
ect
the
plan
, onc
e de
velo
ped
Agre
ed
3.2
redi
rect
dra
in to
ward
s is
land
to h
elp
with
nut
rient
stri
ppin
g
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
Agre
ed
APPENDIX TWO
27
4Sp
ecia
l Eve
nts
Are
a 4.
1 m
aint
ain
a sp
ecia
l eve
nts
zone
A
gree
d - R
eque
st fo
r A
borig
inal
dan
cing
ce
rem
onie
s ta
ke
plac
e w
hen
requ
ired.
S
ugge
st th
e in
stal
latio
n of
ap
prop
riate
Abo
rigin
al C
ultu
ral a
rt de
sign
ed b
y A
borig
inal
arti
st.
Agr
eed.
Req
uest
th
at th
e irr
igat
ed
turf
area
s be
re
duce
d an
d co
nver
ted
to b
ush
area
s w
ith n
ativ
e pl
ants
.
Agr
eed
Agr
eed,
but
requ
est
regu
lar A
borig
inal
ev
ents
. Pos
sibi
lity
of
Tow
n st
agin
g sp
ecifi
c A
borig
inal
ev
ents
from
tim
e to
tim
e
Agr
eed
Agr
eed,
and
w
ould
like
to
see
occa
sion
al
indi
geno
usev
ents
sta
ged
here
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
5R
ecre
atio
n Pa
th
5.1
stag
ed re
plac
emen
t of p
ath.
Sta
ge 3
.2
of 6
, (al
ong
east
sid
e of
lake
) has
bee
n fu
nded
and
pro
gram
med
for
cons
truct
ion
this
fina
ncia
l yea
r.
Agr
eed
- Req
uest
th
at b
icyc
les
be
bann
ed fr
om u
sing
th
e pa
th.
Req
uest
th
at d
ogs
are
bann
ed
from
pat
h an
d th
e ar
ea in
gen
eral
. The
A
dmin
istra
tion
advi
sed
that
Lak
e M
onge
r is
popu
lar
with
fam
ilies
ridi
ng
thei
r bik
es a
nd
wal
king
thei
r dog
s ar
ound
the
Lake
and
do
the
right
thin
g.
How
ever
Cou
ncil
can
incr
ease
the
enfo
rcem
ent o
f its
By
Law
s in
rela
tion
to
this
mat
ter.
The
Wilk
es fa
mily
agr
eed.
Agr
eed.
Req
uest
th
at th
e pa
th b
e re
al
igne
d fu
rther
aw
ay fr
om th
e la
kes
edge
to
incr
ease
the
reha
bilit
atio
n zo
ne
and
redu
ce
irrig
ated
turf
area
.
Agr
eed.
Mov
e pa
th
away
from
lake
’s
edge
whe
re
poss
ible
Agr
eed
in p
rinci
ple.
W
ants
to s
ee fu
rther
pl
ans
whe
n th
ese
are
avai
labl
e.
Sug
gest
s fu
rther
m
eetin
gs to
im
plem
ent t
his
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed,
but
the
Bal
laru
k gr
oup
wan
ts to
see
fu
rther
pla
ns o
f th
is p
art o
f the
pr
ojec
t
Agr
eed
5.2
impl
emen
t pat
h lig
ht u
pgra
de p
rogr
am
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
6Pe
st C
ontr
ol
6.1
impl
emen
t mid
ge c
ontro
l uni
t pro
gram
fro
m s
outh
eas
t to
north
wes
t pic
nic
area
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
7Ex
istin
g Tu
rf A
reas
7.
1 im
plem
ent i
ndig
enou
s tre
e pl
antin
g pr
ogra
m (a
t 40m
spa
cing
and
max
15
m tr
ee h
eigh
t)
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
7.2
inst
all a
utom
atic
irrig
atio
n sy
stem
s,
stag
e fo
ur a
nd fi
ve re
mai
ning
to b
e do
ne.
Sta
ge fo
ur (s
outh
of t
he b
owlin
g cl
ub) h
as b
een
fund
ed a
nd
prog
ram
med
for c
onst
ruct
ion
this
fin
anci
al y
ear.
Agr
eed
- Will
requ
ire
Abo
rigin
al M
onito
rs
durin
g in
itial
ea
rthw
orks
.
Agr
eed.
Will
re
quire
Abo
rigin
al
mon
itors
dur
ing
initi
al e
arth
wor
ks.
Agr
eed.
Gen
eral
st
atem
ent t
hat
Abo
rigin
alm
onito
rs s
houl
d be
on
han
d w
hen
grou
nddi
stur
banc
e is
ta
king
pla
ce. T
his
is a
n A
borig
inal
is
sue
and
arch
aeol
ogis
ts
shou
ld n
ot b
e ta
king
the
plac
e of
in
dige
nous
peo
ple
as m
onito
rs
Agr
eed
Agr
eed,
su
bjec
t to
Abo
rigin
alm
onito
rsbe
ing
on s
ite
whe
n in
itial
gr
ound
dist
urba
nce
take
s pl
ace
Agr
eed,
but
re
ques
t tha
t A
borig
inal
mon
itors
shou
ld b
e on
si
te w
hen
exca
vatio
ns
take
pla
ce
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
28
8Lo
w L
ying
Are
a 8.
1 id
entif
y is
sues
with
inun
datio
n A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d
8.2
reha
bilit
ate
with
indi
geno
us p
lant
s A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d
8.3
inte
grat
ion
of a
rais
ed p
athw
ay o
ver
low
lyin
g ar
ea o
r rai
se p
ath
to 1
4m
AHD
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d
9Fo
resh
ore
9.1
wee
d co
ntro
l and
rem
oval
of e
xotic
sp
ecie
sA
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d
9.2
reha
bilit
ate
betw
een
lake
edg
e an
d re
crea
tion
path
A
gree
d A
gree
d. R
eque
st
for p
ath
to b
e re
loca
ted
furth
er
away
from
lake
ed
ge.
Pla
nt le
ss
trees
com
pare
d to
th
e ea
st s
ide
of th
e la
ke s
o th
at la
ke
view
s ar
e re
tain
ed.
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed.
G
arle
ttfa
mily
inte
rest
ed in
al
lre
habi
litat
ion
wor
k
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
10Po
tent
ial A
men
ity Im
prov
emen
t 10
.1
inte
grat
ion
of n
ew re
crea
tiona
l am
eniti
es (e
g: c
afé,
pic
nic
faci
litie
s,
play
grou
nd a
nd/o
r bas
ic s
kate
par
k)
Agr
eed
- Sug
gest
in
stal
latio
n of
ap
prop
riate
ligh
ting
arou
nd B
BQ
s et
c.
Sug
gest
Alte
rnat
e si
ngle
per
son
toile
ts
to a
ddre
ss
unde
sira
ble
activ
ities
. W
ill n
ot s
uppo
rt K
iosk
if
the
sale
of a
lcoh
ol
is p
erm
itted
Agr
eed.
Req
uest
to
vie
w d
raft
plan
s fo
r the
are
a w
hen
read
y.
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
11Fr
eew
ay A
lignm
ent
11.1
re
habi
litat
e ol
d fre
eway
acc
ess
road
A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d,
Gar
lett
fam
ilyin
tere
sted
in
all
reha
bilit
atio
nw
ork
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
12D
og E
xerc
ise
Are
a
12.1
m
aint
ain
non-
irrig
ated
law
n A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d
12.2
im
plem
ent i
ndig
enou
s tre
e pl
antin
g pr
ogra
m (a
t 40m
spa
cing
and
max
15
m tr
ee h
eigh
t)
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d A
gree
d
13D
odd
Stre
et U
pgra
de
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
13.1
U
pgra
de D
odd
Stre
et in
acc
orda
nce
with
app
rove
d de
sign
. Th
is h
as b
een
fund
ed a
nd p
rogr
amm
ed fo
r co
nstru
ctio
n th
is fi
nanc
ial y
ear.
Agr
eed
- Will
requ
ire
Abo
rigin
al M
onito
rs
durin
g in
itial
ea
rthw
orks
.
Agr
eed.
Will
re
quire
Abo
rigin
al
mon
itors
dur
ing
initi
al e
arth
wor
ks.
Agr
eed,
but
m
onito
rs re
quire
d du
ring
earth
wor
ks
Agr
eed,
but
A
borig
inal
mon
itors
sh
ould
be
on h
and
durin
g in
itial
gro
und
dist
urba
nce
Agr
eed
Agr
eed,
but
re
ques
tA
borig
inal
mon
itors
dur
ing
exca
vatio
ns
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
29
14O
n G
oing
Mai
nten
ance
Wor
ks
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
W
orks
requ
ired
on a
day
to d
ay b
asis
to
ens
ure
exis
ting
asse
ts a
re
mai
ntai
ned
to a
saf
e st
anda
rd a
nd in
go
od w
orki
ng o
rder
incl
ude:
Tr
ee p
runi
ng re
mov
al a
nd p
lant
ing,
R
epai
rs u
pgra
des
to p
aths
, pl
aygr
ound
s, ir
rigat
ion
mai
nlin
es,
bore
s, fe
ncin
g, tu
rf, c
ar p
arks
, par
k fu
rnitu
re a
nd o
ther
exi
stin
g in
frast
ruct
ure.
Agr
eed
Agr
eed.
Req
uest
th
at a
ny w
orks
re
quiri
ngex
cava
tion
of
grou
nd to
adv
ise
wor
kers
that
if th
ey
loca
te s
kele
tal
rem
ains
to s
top
wor
k an
d ad
vise
re
leva
nt a
utho
ritie
s.
Agr
eed
Agr
eed,
but
if m
ajor
gr
ound
dis
turb
ance
is
pla
nned
then
ar
rang
emen
ts fo
r m
onito
rs to
be
on
hand
sho
uld
be
mad
e
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Agr
eed
Oth
er R
eque
sts
Rai
sed
by th
e W
ilkes
Fam
ily:
Oth
er R
eque
st
rais
ed b
y Iv
a.
Oth
er is
sues
Fu
rthe
r com
men
t Fu
rthe
r co
mm
ent
Furt
her
com
men
t Fu
rthe
r co
mm
ents
Fu
rthe
r com
men
ts
1. R
eque
st a
n an
nual
m
eetin
g be
co
nduc
ted
to d
iscu
ss
upco
min
g fu
nded
pr
ojec
ts.
1. R
eque
st a
nnua
l m
eetin
g to
info
rm
of u
pcom
ing
fund
ed
wor
ks.
Ther
e ha
s no
t be
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and
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that
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our
city
. Th
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shou
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mpe
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bed
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wor
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this
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porta
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borig
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site
. Th
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laru
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are
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tiona
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ople
from
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site
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of y
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afte
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of t
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incl
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and
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now
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f the
w
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pop
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s im
porta
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at w
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l w
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toge
ther
to s
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that
our
cou
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is n
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next
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as w
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we
rece
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it.
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will
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to
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st in
this
as
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reco
gniti
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f the
A
borig
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onge
r.
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and
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ar
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o A
borig
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cu
ltura
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porta
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loca
tions
.
Fiel
d Su
rvey
Res
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- Se
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and
Fin
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onsu
ltatio
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t 200
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ruk
grou
p re
pres
ente
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ney
and
Mrs
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let M
ippy
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pres
enta
tives
app
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d th
e D
raft
Pla
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t 200
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mily
gro
up r
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sent
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r R
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and
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. Th
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pres
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sig
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a st
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prov
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men
datio
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s di
scus
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revi
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tings
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, rep
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by
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and
Mrs
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pres
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the
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lan
subj
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e co
nditi
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set a
t the
firs
t mee
ting.
29
Aug
ust 2
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dlan
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orun
na fa
mily
gro
up re
pres
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s M
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n C
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pres
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o ap
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by R
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Jac
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and
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en J
acob
s, w
ho a
lso
appr
oved
the
Dra
ft P
lan.
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APPENDIX THREE
BACKGROUND/BENEFITS TO ONGROUND WORK
Map RefNo.
Description of Proposed Works Background/Benefit Information
Lake and Stormwater Management
1 Upgrade the water level control mechanism to Swan River drain to provide greater flexibility with water quality management.
The control method currently used is made of timber boards placed at the mouth of the drain. The boards are raised and lowered to adjust water levels in the lake to prevent flooding of the parkland and flushing of the lake.
2 Redirect drain in south west corner towards the island to help with nutrient stripping.
This drain carries a lot of the pollutants from Lake Monger Drive and the surrounding suburbs which is being directly deposited into Lake Monger. There are currently no pollutant traps on these drains and therefore some mechanism needs to be put in place to reduce the negative impacts (litter) of the drain on water quality within Lake Monger Reserve.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program.
Fauna Habitat
3 Removal of all concrete ramps and paving at the southern end of the lake to help reduce the occurrence of bumblefoot and improve the health of the swans.
From the historic uses of Lake Monger (boating etc) a lot of construction material is still remaining and are starting to degrade, leaving broken parts along the shoreline. Swans use these old ramps and are constantly walking up and down the shore to get to the open grassed areas to feed. This can result in the swan’s feet getting injured and subsequently infected causing ill health. Some areas have already had excess stones and rubble removed and as a result the number of swans affected by bumblefoot has dropped, therefore it is recommended that this continue.
Ecological Restoration
4 Rehabilitate the north, west and south lake edges with indigenous plants to provide additional habitat requirements for fauna without reducing the views of the lake and to discourage wildlife accessing the road.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program.
5 Explore better pedestrian access across the western edge of the lake which is flood prone by possible creation of an inundation zone accompanied by rehabilitation works and raised walkway
Since this area is prone to flooding over the pathway inhibiting pedestrian access, it was thought that by creating an inundation zone in this area and rehabilitating with shrubs it would create additional food and habitat for fauna and by raising the walkway over this area, it would resolve the issue of the path becoming inaccessible as well as creating interest and a sense of connection to the lake.
6 Develop and implement a specific rehabilitation and management plan for the island in the south west corner of the lake including weed control and vegetated channel to improve environmental values.
The island is dominated by weeds and there are multiple drains entering the lake around this island discharging pollutants. By creating a channel and vegetating it with appropriate native species this could help in reducing the impact of these pollutants on the water quality of the lake. It would also create an additional food and habitat source for fauna.
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Map RefNo.
Description of Proposed Works Background/Benefit Information
7 Develop a rehabilitation plan including planting of low shrubs for under utilised grassed areas along Lake Monger Drive and Gregory Street, and between Gregory Street and bowling club.
Lake Monger Reserve has a lot of open grassed areas that are not being utilised due to the topography of the area and are currently irrigated. If some of these areas can be revegetated with low native shrubs it would reduce the consumption of water as well as introducing new visual aspects to the reserve and creating wildlife habitats.
8 Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan for the old freeway access road near the dog exercise area in the south east.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program. It aims at improving the visual aspects of the reserve, create fauna habitats and improving the current barrier between the dog exercise area and the body of the reserve.
9 Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan for the overflow pipe area in northern section of the reserve near the Powis Street carpark.
This is an area of unused open grassland that frequently becomes waterlogged or flooded via runoff from the carpark. By rehabilitating this area it would better utilize the excess water and create a visually pleasing addition to the northern section of the reserve and fauna habitats.
Trees and Turf 10 Develop and implement a native tree
planting program to provide additional shade for users of Lake Monger Reserve but does not obstruct the views of the surrounding residents (along the west side of Lake Monger Reserve as well as within the dog exercise area).
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the current Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program.
11 Create a special events grassed area in the south-west corner of the reserve.
This area of open grassland is suitable for hosting a variety of cultural and community activities. It is currently used for the Christmas tree lighting community event.
12 Continue the replacement of the manual irrigation system to automatic.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the current Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program.
Risk Management
13 Continue with the staged replacement of the recreation path to improve safety and usability for visitors.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the current Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program.
14 Continue implementing path light upgrade program to improve safety and usability for visitors.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the current Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program.
Visitation and Recreation 15 Upgrade Dodd Street road surface and
relocate vehicle turnaround point to be in line with the toilets.
This recommendation is a continuation of the works not completed from the current Lake Monger Reserve Improvement Program. It will improve the deteriorating road surface, provide better formalized car parking and reduce the impact on the reserve.
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Map RefNo.
Description of Proposed Works Background/Benefit Information
16 Install distance markers at approximately 500 meter spacing along the recreation path to identify the distance travelled around the lake with start point at northern end near information shelter.
This was previously done but discontinued and has been requested as part of the recent consultation process.
17 Remove centre carpark along Lake Monger Drive to reduce the conflict between cars, cyclists, people and wildlife and to improve the natural environment.
Council has previously considered this improvement but it has not been progressed. The existing car parks cause the following safety issues:
1. Traffic management problems with entering and exiting the car park.
2. Conflict/safety issues between pedestrians and cars. 3. A large number of birds are attracted to the car parks
because of visitors, increasing the congestion to the general area and then cross or attempt to cross the road creating traffic problems.
Removing this carpark will improve traffic management as well as pedestrian and fauna safety.
18 Install a sign when the central car park is removed advising there is alternative parking on the north side.
This recommendation is a result of the additional public meeting held on site regarding concerns about the removal and relocation of the car parks and toilets along Lake Monger Drive.
19 Realign pedestrian path on western side to behind the area prone to flooding and investigate the installation of a raised pathway over inundation zone.
This area is prone to flooding over the pedestrian path. To minimize this hazard and improve access during this period it is recommended that the path be moved further away from the lake edge and a raised walkway created.
20 Realign pedestrian path along Lake Monger Drive to between the palm trees and pine trees.
A result of the aboriginal consultation was the suggestion to move the pedestrian path around the lake further out. The path is currently requiring an upgrade and by moving it further away from the lake edge it will allow more area to be rehabilitated with indigenous plants providing additional food and habitat for fauna as well as creating a barrier for wildlife to Lake Monger Drive.
21 Develop a master plan for the provision of a new recreational amenity at the northern end of the reserve near the Powis Street carpark. The facilities could include, a café, picnic facilities, replacement of existing toilets, playground equipment and a low key skate facility.
The Council initially received a community submission in 2001 seeking the introduction of a café/kiosk facility. Since then the Council has decided to produce a master plan for the north area of the reserve with the aim of developing and managing recreational facilities and landscaped areas, meeting the current and future needs of the key stakeholders and incorporating sustainable design principles.
22 Install Shade sails to the playground areas This is a result of the comments made within the initial consultation period.
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Map RefNo.
Description of Proposed Works Background/Benefit Information
23 Install a picnic facility in the south west area of the Reserve in close proximity to the playground.
This is a result of the comments made within the initial consultation period.
24 Remove the remaining carparks along Lake Monger Drive and relocate to be near to the south western and south eastern existing playgrounds.
Council has previously considered this improvement but it has not been progressed. The existing car parks cause the following safety issues:
1. Traffic management problems with entering and exiting the car park. 2. Conflict/safety issues between pedestrians and cars. 3. A large number of birds are attracted to the car parks because of visitors, increasing the congestion to the general area and then cross or attempt to cross the road creating traffic problems.
25 Investigate the practicality of the present location of the toilet blocks on Lake Monger Drive and Gregory Street and possible relocation to the new car parks and playground areas.
The existing location of the Lake Monger Drive toilet is not in close proximity to picnic/recreation facilities such as the picnic facility in the south east area of the reserve and the very popular playground facility in the south west area. Visitors, particularly children using these facilities need to walk a long way from 200 to 700 m. Constructing a toilet at each of these major facilities would improve visitor satisfaction.
The existing toilet off Gregory Street (which incorporates a store and lunch room for park maintenance staff) is currently closed to the public due to undesirable behavior. This is because the toilet is too far from nearby facilities and people do not use it and in turn encourages undesirable use.
In addition, both of the above toilets are old and do not comply with current building standards.
26 When the viewing platforms require replacement an alternative to the sunken pillars will be used.
This was a result of previous Aboriginal Consultation.
Planning and Community Liaison 27 Relocate wishing well to the north of the
reserve in the general vicinity of the proposed north lake monger reserve master plan area. The Council donates any funds collected to the Speech and Hearing Centre.
The wishing well attracts visitors to the southern section which encourages wildlife to continue to frequent the area in search of food and adds to the hazard of the overcrowded carparks. By moving it to the northern perimeter this should encourage people to this section of the reserve where there is ample space.
Information, Interpretation and Education
28 Upgrade the current interpretive and information signage, placing them on the existing plinths and strategically around the lake.
Besides the information gazebo at the northern perimeter of the reserve, there is little interpretive signage around the lake to educate people about the fauna that frequent the lake or its historical significance both Indigenous and European. Additional interpretive signs could improve visitor knowledge and encourage respect for the area.
29 Develop suitable entry statements and identify appropriate locations around the reserve.
There are currently existing timber board reserve name signs. These are old and insignificant. Implementing unique reserve name signs will raise the profile and better identify this regionally significant wildlife and recreation reserve.
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APPENDIX FOUR
PUBLIC COMMENT SUMMARY
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Public consultation has been an important part in the development of this plan and included:
Aboriginal Heritage consultation (8 groups)-round 1, Dec 07-Feb 08• A survey of local residents, Feb 08• A survey of reserve visitors, Feb 08• Consultation with the Wembley and the Wembley/West Leederville Residents Association, June 08• Six week public comment period, 14 July 08 to 22 August 08• Public information meeting, 7 August 08• Aboriginal Heritage consultation (9 groups)-round 2, Oct 08• Local residents meeting, 21 Oct 08• Regular Lake Monger Working Group meetings•
Following the release of the plan for public comment, public submissions were summarised to allow analysis. they were assessed using the criteria below:
1. The Draft Plan was amended if the submission
a) Provided additional information of direct relevance;b) Proposed strategies that would better achieve existing goals/objectives;c) Indicated omissions, inaccuracies or lack of clarity.
2. The Draft Plan was not amended if the submission:
a) Clearly supported the draft proposals;b) Offered a neutral statement, or no change was sought;c) Addressed issues beyond the scope of the plan;d) Made points which were already in the plan;e) Indicated strongly opposing views with the existing strategies;f) Contributed options which were not feasible;
Comments made in the submissions have been assessed entirely on the strength of points raised. No subjective weighting has been given to any submission for reasons of its origin or any other factors which would give cause to elevate the importance of any submission above another.
A summary of comments made from each of the 39 submissions is presented in the Table on the following pages. Included in the table is an indication of whether or not the comments resulted in an amendment to the Final Plan
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Number33
Petition 1Mulit-signature letter 1
4TOTAL 39
ANALYSIS
CommentNumber
Summary of Comment Final Plan Amended
Discussion/Action Taken Criterion (see Introduction to appendix 4)
1 Opposed to the relocation of the toilet block to near the playgrounds
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
2 Opposed to the relocation of the car park on the south western side near the corner of Gregory Street
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
3 Recommendation to use the open grassed area surrounding the bowling club for controlled entertainment, similar to the Supreme Court Gardens
No Not considered a feasible option at this time, an entertainment area has already been allocated
2f
4 Recommendation to protect the City’s Christmas Tree (opposite St Columbas Avenue) by not allowing any development or planting that will obstruct views of it
No Indirectly addressed within the Plan (Trees and Turf section)
2d
5 Endorse the idea for a café No Supports draft plan 2a6 Endorse the idea of a fitness track No Supports draft plan 2a
7 Change the symbol used for ‘completed rehabilitation’ on the Proposed Works Map
Yes See Map 1a
8 Remove black dot in legend next to ‘ongoing maintenance work’ is confusing
Yes See Map 1a
9 Pedestrian safety is an issue when crossing lake Monger Drive possibly liaise with Main Roads to come up with plausible options.
Yes See Risk Management section
1c
10 Request the removal of the Giant Reeds located on the western boundary of Lake Monger and Oleander bushes on the corner of Gregory and Ranson Street
No Supports draft plan 2a
11 Widen some of the old footpaths No Supports draft plan 2a12 Lights installed along all footpaths to improve safety No Supports draft plan 2a13 Large sandy patches in the park near the corner of Gregory and
Ranson Street, recommend that they should be fixed to improve usage
No Part of ongoing maintenance
2d
Submission 2: Harborne Street, Wembley
Submission 1: Lake Monger Drive, Wembley
A summary of the comments made from each submission received is tabulated below. Included in the table is an indication of whether or not the comments resulted in an amendment to the Plan and a discussion on why the comment did not result in an amendment
Number and Origin of Submissions
Individuals
Government (State)
The number and place of origin of submissions are listed below:
Submission 3: Unknown
Submission 6: Gregory Street, Wembley
Submission 5: Cottesloe
Submission 4: Daglish Street, Wembley
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14 Request for a viewing platform or jetty on the west side of the lake No Not a feasible option at this time due to Aboriginal heritage issues
2f
15 Request for additional drawings of the proposed landscaping No Outside the scope of works 2c
16 Inundation of north-west corner (#5 and #18), the idea is endorsedhowever, the main walking/running path should be maintained around the edge to reduce disturbance to wildlife.
No Supports draft plan 2a
17 Supports the removal of the centre cark park on Lake Monger Drive
No Supports draft plan 2a
18 Add some sandy garden beds (above the high water mark) between the lake and the road to provide nesting areas for the long neck tortoise, reducing their need to cross the road.
No See Fauna Habitat section 2d
19 Place recycling bins around the reserve, perhaps at the most usedaccess points/picnic areas
No See Visitation and Recreation section
2d
20 Planting of local species during the rehabilitation of the foreshore e.g. Banksias, Melaleucas, Jarrah, Tuart, Flooded Gums would provide suitable rest sites and food, as well as providing a spectacular sight for (national and international) visitors
No Supports draft plan 2a
21 Improve the water quality in the drainage channel immediately to the eastern side of the freeway, which feeds into the eastern side of Lake Monger? There are a number of birds and amphibians using the channel, which becomes very stagnant and polluted. It could benefit from rubbish removal, weed control, and plantings
No General upkeep of rehabilitation areas is addressed throughout the report
2a
22 western path becomes flooded and impossible to run or ride around the lake in winter (this will be fixed by the proposal to create a new path)
No Supports draft plan 2a
23 The path on the western side path (and in some areas to the north), becomes narrow and near impossible for two cyclists to pass each other.
No Repair of path is addressed in the report
2a
24 The western path is also quite undulating due to its proximity to existing trees, and impact from existing roots (again, this will be fixed by the proposal to create a new path)
No Repair of path is addressed in the report
2a
25 Lake Monger abuts Herdsman Lake, however the connection between the two are very poor. Some effort should be made to ensure sufficient paths and information panels are constructed to inform people of the additional recreational trail around Herdsman
No Outside the scope of works 2c
26 The existing dog exercise area is quite poor, lacking any real interest or attractive landscaping. Perhaps another area can be set aside on the informal grassed area that is rarely used in the South West corner, assuming plenty of bins are provided, or the existing area made more attractive
No Not considered to be a useful option
2f
27 Dual use path network recommended to be extended around the entire perimeter of the park and not just around the lake. Or if not extended around the full perimeter of the site, perhaps a duplication of pathways along the north, south and west to separate fast (eg bikes and joggers) and slow (children)
No See Visitiation and Recreation section
2d
28 Revegetation with locally indigenous species, particularly around the edges of informal grassed areas in the west which are devoid of activity/patronage for most parts of the year
No Supports draft plan 2a
Submission 9: Unknown
Submission 8: Subiaco
Submission 7: Bruce Street, Leederville
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29 Lighting around the eastern perimeter of the lake is poor, creating a feeling of poor safety.
No Lighting upgrade addressed in the report
2d
30 Additional tree planting between freeway and perimeter path couldbe improved
No Rehabilitation of the foreshore has been adequately addressed within the report
2d
31 The network between the Freeway bike path, Lake Monger and Herdsman Lake needs a severe upgrade with improved signage and better coordination. Consideration needs to be given to the district and regional cycle network and pathway provision
No Outside the scope of works 2c
32 Playground area enhanced with more shade trees to create a more attractive picnic destination area, at present it’s a bit barren
No Planting of trees for shade is addressed in the report
2d
33 Closure of the central carpark is unnecessary and the congestion entering the car park helps with traffic management by slowing it down
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
34 Relocate recreational path between the Lake and the carpark No Path to be located further away from the Lake
2d
35 Opposed to the relocation of the toilets and car park in the south eastern corner of the Lake as visually unappealing and there are concerns that traffic entering onto Mitchell Freeway will be obstructed.
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
36 Recreational path is unusable on the western side as becomes flooded in winter
No Issue of the path flooding is addressed within the report
2d
37 The children’s playground in the south western corner would benefit from solid coverage to protect the parents and children using the facility
No Issue of more shade is addressed within the report
2d
38 Opposed to the relocation of toilet blocks and car park to the south western corner of Lake Monger Drive
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
39 Pedestrian safety is an issue when crossing Lake Monger Drive possibly liaise with Main Roads to come up with plausible options
Yes See Risk Management 2d
40 The guideline Environmental Guidelines for the Establishment and Maintenance of Turf and Grassed Areas should be consulted
No Part of Town of Cambridge maintenance actions
2d
41 Any revegetation undertaken onsite should incorporate native species, and the guideline Water Notes 3: Wetland Vegetation should be consulted
No Supports draft plan 2a
42 Proponent is encouraged to contact the Allocation section of the Swan Avon Region Office to discuss water management options
No part of Town of Cambridge maintenance actions
2d
43 Object to the removal of the centre car park along Lake Monger Drive
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
44 Object to the removal of the car parks and possible relocation near the south western and south eastern existing playgrounds
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
45 Object to the relocation of the toilet blocks to new car park and playground areas
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
46 Not too many signs around the Lake No
47 Move the south western playground further north closer to the lake
No Not considered to be a feasible option
2f
Submission 14: Tate Street, West Leederville
Submission 13: Department of Water
Submission 12: The Grove, Wembley
Submission 11: Lake Monger Drive, Wembley
Submission 10: Lake Monger Drive, West Leederville
Submission 15: Lake Monger Drive, Wembley
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48 Opposed to the closure of the current parking on Lake Monger Drive
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2d
49 Opposed to the relocation of car parks No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2d
50 Parking area on south side needs upgrading and an area twice the size is required
No Supports draft plan 2a
51 Recommend feature lighting in front of the bowling club lighting up the Whitegums
No Supports draft plan 2a
52 Endorses the removal of the car parks along Lake Monger Drive and placed next to the bowling club and toilet facility
No Supports draft plan 2a
53 Recommend installation of a flow meter into the Swan River Drain to allow exported nutrients to be calculated
No Outside the scope of works 2e
54 Opposed to the relocation of the car parks and toilets No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
55 Recommend a barrier between the cycle path and dog exercise area
No Not considered a useful or feasible option
2f
56 Object to the possible relocation of the southern side car parks No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
57 Object to the possible relocation of the southern toilet blocks No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
58 Retain weeping willows along foreshore as they provide abundant shade and picnic area
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
59 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
60 Concerned with the possible skate park and facilities at northern end not being addressed sufficiently in report
No Additional facilities within the northern end are only currently a suggestion and further consultation will be required
2c
61 Future tree planting to take into account residents views and safety
No Impacts on residents views is addressed within the report
2d
62 Opposed to possible relocation of southern parking areas No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
63 Opposed to the realignment of the pedestrian path due to concerns of additional noise from traffic
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
64 The hazards of the dual use pathways needs to be adequately addressed in the Management Plan
No Hazards of dual use path addressed within the plan
2d
65 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
66 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
67 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
68 More consideration needs to be given to the increased pedestrian traffic across Lake Monger Drive
Yes See Risk Management 2d
Submission 21: Lake Monger Drive, Wembley
Submission 20: St Vincent’s Ave, Wembley
Submission 25: The Grove, Wembley
Submission 19: Woodside Street, Doubleview
Submission 18: St Vincent’s Ave, Wembley
Submission 24: Joseph Street, West Leederville
Submission 23: Lake Monger Drive, Wembley
Submission 23: St Vincent’s Ave, Wembley
Submission 22: Gregory Street, Wembley
Submission 17: Nanson street, Wembley
Submission 16: Charles Street, South Perth
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69 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
70 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
71 Any proposed works regarding Water Corporation drains to be discussed and approved by the Water Corporation prior to implementation
Yes See Lake and Stormwater section
2d
72 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
73 Change Lake Monger to its original Aboriginal name No Aboriginal name for Lake Monger is already recognised within the interpretive signs
2d
74 Spelling mistake on Page 1 Baumea articularis should be articulata
Yes 1e
75 Construction of swale near drains on the edge of lake is supported
No Supports draft plan 2d
76 All stormwater outfalls should have gross pollutant traps installed No The Town of Cambridge already use other methods
2d
77 The lake should not be treated as a compensation basin and stormwater should be treated upstream within the catchment
No This does not occur and treatment of stormwater is adequately addressed within the draft plan
2d
78 Develop a catchment management plan No Not a feasible option at this time
2f
79 The southern boundary should be revegetated using appropriate native reed species and planted densely creating a buffer of 4 meters to prevent wildlife from being injured by vehicles
No Supports draft plan 2a
80 Address the impact of long-neck tortoises crossing the road and possible actions to prevent this
No Already addressed within the draft plan
2d
81 Revegetate and remove the food source for wildlife from the grassland/upland areas to the south of Lake Monger across Lake Monger drive to reduce the risk of wildlife crossing the road
No Outside the scope of works 2c
82 The western side of the Lake should be a priority for rehabilitation and weed control
No Supports draft plan 2a
83 Visual resource management assessment should be undertaken to identify where trees can be planted to meet residents requirements for views
No Residents views are adequately addressed within the report
2d
84 Raised walkway in flood prone area supported No Supports draft plan 2a85 Revegetation of the island should be a priority. Could include
sculpture types works that can be used as perches for roosting birds
No Rehabilitation plan for the island has been identified
2d
86 The water between the island and the Lake should be excavated to a considerable depth to prevent the growth of reeds etc from establishing a land bridge which can be used by predators
No Out of scope of project and should be considered within the rehabilitation plan for the island
2c
87 The highest priority for weed control should be the maintenance ofexisting revegetation areas
No General upkeep of rehabilitation areas is addressed throughout the report
2d
88 Recommend the removal of limestone constructed walls from the lakes edge re-establishing the natural gradient and beaches
No Supports draft plan 2a
Submission 30: Brisbane St, Perth
Submission 29: St Vincent’s Ave, Wembley
Submission 28: Water Corporation
Submission 27: Tate Street, West Leederville
Submission 26: Unknown
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89 Agree with the implementation of a rehabilitation plan for freeway access road near dog exercise area
No Supports draft plan 2a
90 Create a link both visual and ecological to Herdsman lake through planting of Flooded gums along the streets leading between the two reserves
No Outside the scope of works 2c
91 Maintain the visual connection with the water of Lake Monger fromLake Monger Drive
No Supports draft plan 2a
92 Rehabilitation of the overflow pipe in the northern section is supported
No Supports draft plan 2a
93 Planting of endemic species within the reserve is supported, however landscaping type species should not be disregarded
No Endemic species are to be used
2e
94 The location of the special events area is inappropriate and is not supported
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
95 Norfolk island pines should be retained, while the weeping willows and palms should be removed
No Supports draft plan 2a
96 Include a lorikeet removal plan as part of the pest control plan for the park
No Will be addressed within overall pest control within the Fauna Habitat section
2d
97 Removal of the central carpark is supported No Supports draft plan 2a98 Conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians need to be addressed
by separating the two user groups as much as possibleNo Pedestrian and cyclist coflict
is adequately addressed within the report
2d
99 Car parks need to be removed from Lake Monger Drive and located to the south east corner.
No Supports draft plan 2a
100 Council should investigate the construction of a dual use path from Dodd street through the western side of the reserve
No Outside the scope of works 2c
101 The low key skate facility and associated infrastructure is supported
No Supports draft plan 2a
102 Agree with the removal of the carparks, appropriate slip lanes should be constructed as per traffic construction guidelines
No Supports draft plan 2a
103 Only endemic plant species should be used for the organ donor tree planting ceremonies
No Supports draft plan 2a
104 Establish a community advisory committee for the reserve so council can seek advice from community members on management strategies and processes
No The Lake Monger Working Group already exists
2d
105 Liaise with relevant aboriginal leaders regarding capital works in the park and seek relevant approvals with aboriginal groups
No Aboriginal Liaison and approvals has been adequately addressed within the report
2d
106 Advertise future works wider than the current circulation area No Outside scope of works 2c
107 Change the Lakes name to its aboriginal name No Aboriginal name for Lake Monger is already recognised within the interpretive signs
2d
108 The plan should address the ongoing issue of visitors feeding the birds
No issue of bird feeding is adequately addressed within the draft plan
2d
109 The plan should address the issue of foxes within the reserve Yes See Fauna Habitat section 1b
110 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
111 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2eSubmission 32: Joseph St, West Leederville
Submission 31: Multi signature letter from residents along Tate St, St Vincent’s Ave, Salvado Rd, Connolly St and Daglish St
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112 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
113 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
114 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
116 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks and toilets on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
117 Opposed to realigning the pedestrian path closer to Lake Monger Drive
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
118 The issue of pedestrian and cyclist conflict needs to be better addressed
No Pedestrian and cyclist coflict is adequately addressed within the report
2d
119 Realignment and modification of the western side path is not supported
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
120 Plan does not recognise the significant contribution of groundwater to nutrient enrichment of the Lake or make any recommendation addressing the issue
No Not a recommendation 2b
121 Lake and Stormwater (page 7) to be amended to mention that since the previous plan was prepared, the significant contribution of nutrients from groundwater, particularly from areas east of the lake, has been recognised
Yes See Lake and Stormwater section
1b
122 Lake and Stormwater (page 7) to be amended to add a priority for years 1 to 5 “Investigate and implement measures to reduce nutrients entering Lake Monger from groundwater”. Note: This may require engagement and cooperation with the Town of Vincent whose municipality includes areas of historical landfill to the east of the lake
Yes See Lake and Stormwater section
1b
123 Table of works to be programmed (page 19) under Lake and Stormwater Management add “Investigate measures to reduce nutrients entering Lake Monger from groundwater” for years 1 and 2. Add “Implement measures to reduce nutrients entering Lake Monger from groundwater” for years 3, 4 and 5
Yes See Lake and Stormwater section
1a
124 Adopt a policy that the health of wildlife be protected by discouraging the feeding of wildlife.
No issue adequately addressed within the draft report
2d
125 Develop a comprehensive education program to include signage, brochures, website information and education programs targeted at Council staff, tour bus operators and local residents to explain the harmful effects of hand-feeding wildlife and encourage interaction with wildlife which respects their wild nature.
No Education programs are adequately addressed within the report
2d
126 Ensure that management of vegetation does not render nutrient-stripping areas ineffective.
No Town of Cambridge are aware of this issue and management of the area is undertaken
2d
127 Opposed to the possible relocation of the car parks on the southern side
No Strongly opposes existing strategy
2e
115 Concerns for the daily hazards faced by the increasing numbers of pedestrians across Lake Monger Drive
Yes See Risk Management section
Submission 38: The Grove, Wembley
Submission 34: St Vincent’s Ave, Wembley
Submission 35: The Grove, Wembley
Submission 37: Claise Brook Catchment Group
Submission 36: St Vincent’s Ave, Wembley
1b
Submission 33: Petition from residents along Gregory St, Cambridge St, Lake Monger Drive and St Vincent’s Ave
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128 Supports the provision of ongoing financial support to the Town of Cambridge, in partnership with Main Roads WA, for its management of the vegetated channel that filters stormwater discharging in Lake Monger via a number of stormwater drains from the Mitchell Freeway and from the western portion of the Town of Vincent
No Supports draft plan 2a
129 Under the heading of ‘Lake and Stormwater Priorities” the plan should include long term options for intercepting/treating the groundwater entering the Lake from the north east
Yes See Lake and Stormwater section
1b
130 Under the heading of “Cultural Heritage” the plan should contain the words “incorporate Aboriginal and colonial history and contempory heritage of Lake Monger in interpretive material including signs, sculptures, paintings etc”
No Interrpretive materials of both Aboriginal and Colonial has been adequately addressed within the report
2d
131 An action plan be included detailing remedies that may be implemented to control acute nuisance episodes such as midge and/or mosquito outbreaks, and odour problems
No Control of nuisance midge and mosquito outbreaks adequately addressed within the report
2d
132 Need to consider more specific measures to address the impact of nutrients entering Lake Monger from groundwater flowing through former landfill
Yes See Lake and Stormwater section
1b
133 Appropriate procedures to be followed in relation to the management of complaints received by the Town of Cambridge from the residents of the Town of Vincent
No Town of Cambridge already have procedures to address this
2d
Submission 39: Town of Vincent
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