The ACT Government's annual mowing program has begun, with crews preparing to maintain public grassed areas across Canberra throughout the growing season.
Running from September to March each year, the mowing program helps keep Canberra's suburbs, parks, and open spaces safe, accessible and well maintained. During this period, suburbs, areas of open space and arterial roads are mown every 25 available days on average, weather permitting.
City Presentation Acting Executive Branch Manager Sue Marriage said crews were ready to begin the season using a fleet of more than 80 mowers designed to maintain a diverse range of urban open spaces.
"Our annual mowing program plays an important role in maintain Canberra's parks, open spaces and roadsides for the community," Ms Marriage said.
"Regular mowing helps maintain the presentation of our city, improves access to public spaces and increases safety for motorists by preserving clear lines of sight along roads and at intersections."
Crews maintain grassed areas across parks, paths, sporting fields, roadsides and laneways connecting residential streets.
Residents can find out when mowing is planned in their area, as well as where crews have recently worked, by using the mowing map.
"We encourage Canberrans to check the mowing map to see when crews are expected in their area," Ms Marriage said.
"The map provides the latest information on complete and upcoming mowing activities, helping residents stay informed throughout the season."
The ACT Government reminds residents that they are responsible for mowing and maintaining the nature strip adjacent to their property.
People can check when their area is scheduled to be mown by visiting the City Services website.
