The City of Karratha is actively managing vegetation and maintaining public spaces to ensure they remain safe, clean and accessible for everyone. These works are programmed over the year to reduce growth and spread of weeds and grasses. Programs are adjusted seasonally depending on moisture and temperatures that promote seed germination, dispersal and additional growth; or dry conditions that present a higher fire risk.
Day to day weather conditions also impact the City’s program. Spraying herbicides in high wind conditions causes spray drift that may affect non-target plants. Therefore, control methods may need to switch to slashing. During total fire ban periods, machinery cannot be operated across dry grass areas that may present a fire risk. The City’s open drains may not be accessible to machinery when they contain water.
The City aims to maintain the presentation of its public places and will reschedule slashing works for upcoming events and to make areas more accessible for overflow parking. Every effort is made to reduce nuisance during slashing and to work around community activities and event bookings.
Below is an update on our ongoing spraying and slashing efforts:
Works recently completed
Vegetation slashing has been successfully completed in Nickol and Millars Well, with the City focusing on residential verges and high-growth areas to:
- Reduce overgrown vegetation to improve visibility and safety
- Enhance the overall amenity and presentation of local streets
- Maintain safe clearances along pedestrian pathways and roadside corridors
These efforts form part of the City’s ongoing program to manage vegetation during peak growth periods and ensure a high standard of accessibility and appearance in public areas.
Current works
Baynton West vegetation slashing activities across residential verges and open spaces, to:
- Reduce vegetation density in high-growth areas
- Prevent obstructions to footpaths and verges
- Improve neighbourhood amenity and sightlines for pedestrians and motorists
Bulgarra weed spraying activities to:
- Verges along Bayview Road and selected residential frontages
- Targeted footpath spraying in pedestrian high-traffic areas
- Control of both emerging and established weed species to reduce regrowth
Upcoming works
Subject to operational requirements and weather conditions, the following locations will be completed by January:
- Bulgarra
- Pegs Creek
To target perennial and annual weeds additional weed control activities are planned for open areas in Bulgarra along:
- Bayview Road
- Millstream Road
- Maitland Road
The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we continue to maintain and improve our public spaces.
If you have concerns about weed management, contact the Parks & Gardens team at: parksandgardens@karratha.wa.gov.au
For further information, please see our Glyphosate FAQs: https://karratha.wa.gov.au/environment/glyphosate-faqs