Glyphosate Policy

The Glyphosate Policy defines the Mount Alexander Shire Council's position on the use of glyphosate based herbicides for weed control. The policy position of relying on the independent scientific conclusions of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority is consistent with advice from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Environment Protection Authority (EPA), Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) and Worksafe Victoria. The policy has been endorsed by Council's Health and Safety Committee. The Glyphosate policy makes significant commitments to minimise the use of glyphosate, including continuing to monitor and trial organic herbicide alternatives and chemical - free weed control methods.