Notice is given that Port Stephens Council intends to treat infestations of aquatic weeds

on or in drains, depressions and waterways throughout the Council area. Specifically the Salamander Bay area and portions of the following rivers occurring in the Port Stephens Council Local Government Area:

• Hunter River from Raymond Terrace to the confluence of the Paterson River.
• Paterson River from the confluence of the Hunter River upstream to the Port Stephens Council boundary.
• Williams River upstream from Raymond Terrace to the Port Stephens Council boundary.
• Herbicides containing active ingredient 600g/kg Metsulfuron methyl and/or active ingredient 360g/l
• glyphosate will be used.

Residents in the treatment area should not use, drink or swim in the water during the period of treatment. Small scale reapplications may occur within 30 days of the date of the original treatment. Any further enquiries may be directed to Council on 4988 0255 or 4988 0392.