While many drive along the Huon Valley’s roadside, little attention is paid to what is growing on the sides of its roads.
An insidious spread is taking place throughout the Valley, and complication in legislation may make it difficult to control.
Roadside weeds are beginning to take root in gullies around the municipality and some landowners are witnessing its spread from roadside to...

Image: Copies of historical records found by Southport resident Rodney Strong show the extent of the area and land’s growth.
“Southport was a thriving hub for Tasmania - almost the biggest town in the state - and I want people to know that,” said Southport resident Rodney Strong.
A long-time resident and descendant of family from the Southport area, Mr Strong has seen the ebbs and flows...