Despite concerns of increased bushfire and wildlife risks, the roadside vegetation markers or “purple poles” are here to stay after proposed changes were shot down. Purple poles are placed around Penrith in areas that are considered to have a high-conservation value. If a marker is placed somewhere then maintenance of the area must stop inclusive of mowing, spraying pesticides or weeding. “The purple roadside vegetation markers assist our operat…
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