Property, size and landowner
“Gessell’s” property has been owned by Kelvin Gessell and his family for approximately 30 years
They have managed this 100 acre property as a cattle farm and for hay production
Period of management
2018 to present day
Project location
The property is located in Nobbys Creek, approximately 5 kilometers, due North, outside of Murwillumbah NSW.
It is adjacent to Numinbah Rd and consists of a section of the Rous river.
Project description/issues
This restoration project has been a wonderful opportunity to work with a progressive thinking farm owner in sustainable agriculture. Kelvin is embracing environmental repair measures to benefit our natural environment and natural resources on his property. Kelvin is a great example of land managers taking positive steps for the future in a time of challenging, climate pressures.
This is a Riparian restoration project, co-ordinated by Tweed Shire Council, as part of a larger, River Health grant program. The project is aimed at assisting the landowner to achieve improved environmental assets including soil and water quality. Other objectives are to control the impact of weeds on the existing, native vegetation and address bank erosion whilst enhancing natural biodiversity values by planting riparian plants
Services provided
Site assessment and planning to guide works in field, including mapping key management areas and major weed infestations.
Implementing revegetation of key, erosion prone sections of the Rous river with over 3,000 native trees and shrubs.
Maintenance of established plantings as well as expanding works into appropriate areas.
Monitoring and evaluation of project through documentation, photographs and mapping on-ground works.
Liaising with Council staff and associated industry on behalf of owners.
Grants
This project is operated under Tweed Shire Council’s River health grant program, funded by Environmental Trust NSW
Kelvin Gessel has also contributed his own funds to assist Restoration works.
Before and after photos
Photo point East Sept-18
Photo point East November-2019
Photo point West end Aug-2018
Photo point West end Nov-2019
