Prohibited and restricted matter
Restricted Matter is a plant that's become enough of a pest to warrant its control being enforced under legislation.
This legislation is the Biosecurity Act 2014.
Under this Act an owner or occupier of private land may be required to control restricted matter on that land.
The Local Authority for the area may issue a Biosecurity Order on the owner requiring them to control certain restricted matter by a set date.
Should the owner not follow the direction contained in the Order by the set date, the Local Authority may authorise any person to enter the land and carry out the work at the owners’ expense.
Local Authorities and Government Departments are also required to control restricted matter on land under their control.
You can visit Queensland Government – Restricted invasive plants for more information on prohibited and invasive plants.
To report weed problems, please call us on 07 3412 3412 or email us at council@logan.qld.gov.au.