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Explore the Virtual Extension Officer

An interactive tool designed to help you manage gorse.

Neighbouring Properties

Properties you do not have legal responsibility for the management of, including private land, public land, roadsides, and rail.

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Non-Chemical Treatment Areas

Land where the use of chemicals is inappropriate or not desired, such as organic properties and areas near waterways.

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Native Vegetation / Plantations / Grasslands

Areas covered with remnant and native vegetation, including grasslands and plantations.

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Riparian / Waterways

Interface between land and waterways which can be prone to flooding and can suffer erosion. Riparian zones are generally sensitive areas, consult your local Catchment Management Authority before working on waterways.

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Regeneration Areas

Land that has been affected by recent natural disturbance such as fire, flood, landslips etc.

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Arable / Grazing

Land that can be accessed with tractors and other vehicles; can be cultivated.

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Rocky Outcrop

Above-ground rocky areas that are difficult to access by vehicle or machinery.

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Steep Slope

Steep slopes that are not easily accessible and hard to reach by vehicle. Area is prone to erosion if soil is disturbed. May be accessible with excavator.

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Roadside / Linear Reserves

Areas managed by local council, State Government, Parks Victoria, VicRoads, Transurban, and Rail Corporations.

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Land Descriptions

Victoria has a diverse landscape. We know treating weeds and rabbits across Victoria can vary significantly so we have developed this map to capture nine different landscapes to tailor your experience.

These include:

Roadside / Linear Reserves

Areas managed by local council, State Government, Parks Victoria, VicRoads, Transurban, and Rail Corporations.

Rocky Outcrop

Above-ground rocky areas that are difficult to access by vehicle or machinery.

Steep Slope

Steep slopes that are not easily accessible and hard to reach by vehicle. Area is prone to erosion if soil is disturbed. May be accessible with excavator.

Riparian / Waterways

Interface between land and waterways which can be prone to flooding and can suffer erosion. Riparian zones are generally sensitive areas, consult your local Catchment Management Authority before working on waterways.

Arable / Grazing

Land that can be accessed with tractors and other vehicles; can be cultivated.

Native Vegetation / Plantations / Grasslands

Areas covered with remnant and native vegetation, including grasslands and plantations.

Non-Chemical Treatment Areas

Land where the use of chemicals is inappropriate or not desired, such as organic properties and areas near waterways.

Regeneration Areas

Land that has been affected by recent natural disturbance such as fire, flood, landslips etc.

Neighbouring Properties

Properties you do not have legal responsibility for the management of, including private land, public land, roadsides, and rail.

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Disclaimer: The advice provided by the Victorian Gorse Taskforce (VGT) is intended as a source of information only and should not be relied on as advice specific to your particular situation. Always obtain specific advice from an appropriate qualified expert with respect to your own particular solution before undertaking any gorse management initiatives, including spraying. Always  read and follow the label before using any of the products mentioned and ensure that you are undertaking any gorse management in the appropriate conditions and in the appropriate manner. The Victorian Gorse Taskforce do not guarantee that the publication is without flaw of any kind, or is wholly appropriate for your particular purposes, and therefore disclaims all liability for any error, loss or other consequence which may arise from you relying on any information in the publication. The use of the VGT name and logo is not permitted without written permission from the Secretary. © 2026, VGT. All rights reserved.