Flora and Fauna
Hornsby Shire Council has strict tree management policies to protect and preserve both urban and bushland trees that makes this the Bushland Shire.
Trees
Being the Bushland Shire, Hornsby Shire Council has strict fire management policies in place.
Fire Management
Hornsby Shire Council is directly responsible for 2,000 hectares of bushland, much of it adjoining Berowra Valley National and Regional Park. Council has a number of programs to ensure biodiversity, preservation and regeneration of bushland.
Bushland
Hornsby Shire Council has policies and programs in place to protect native flora in the bush as well as provide free native plants to its residents to grow in their garden.
Native Plants & Weeds
The Bushland Shire has a strong history of community activism, especially around bushland protection, conservation of endangered species and water quality.
Citizen Science
Hornsby Shire Council supports community gardens where local residents can grow herbs, vegetables and fruit. You can make new friends, learn new skills and save money.
Community Gardens
There are a number of introduced species in Hornsby Shire that significantly threaten our native animals and vegetation, with rabbits, foxes and Indian mynas topping the list.
Pest and Nuisance Animals
Hornsby Shire's extensive bushlands are home to over 300 native vertebrate animal species. Council is responsible for ensuring that their habitats are protected.
Wildlife Protection
