DCWST PREDATOR PROOF FENCE
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Underway!
Earthworks and the installation of runoff pipes and culverts began in January 2008.
Contractor: The Xcluder Pest-proof Fencing Company. |
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The 3–5 metre clear zone being cut around the Sanctuary perimeter. The clear zone ensures trees and branches are far enough away from the fence to prevent cats and other predators from jumping over it. |
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First fence post being erected using a mechanical hole borer and post driver. |
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The fence under construction. Showing the completed clear zone, posts, and battens.
500m of fencing was used to enclose the 1.5ha Sanctuary. |
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DCR worker Matt Sephton helps the Xcluder team apply the stainless steel mesh. The fence uses a marine grade, welded stainless steel mesh, which is the most “stable” mesh currently available. |
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Part way though attaching the mesh. “Mesh skirts” are visible extending below the fence line. These are covered with earth to prevent burrowing predators entering the Sanctuary. |
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George Calvert, Fencing Operations Manager, finishes the capping.
Fence (minus the gates) was completed on January 25, 2008.
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