Planting & Revegetation
Native planting with local provenance stock, from site preparation through to establishment.
Read More about Planting & RevegetationOur Services
Hunter Bush Regeneration provides complete bush regeneration services covering all aspects of environmental restoration. From seed collection and planting to weed control and site preparation, we focus on practical solutions that help native ecosystems recover and thrive. Councils and land managers can see how we handle reserve contracts on our council bush regeneration page.
Native planting with local provenance stock, from site preparation through to establishment.
Read More about Planting & RevegetationEcological weed control that removes invasive weeds while protecting native bushland.
Read More about Weed ControlEthical, local provenance native seed, collected, cleaned and stored for revegetation projects.
Read More about Seed CollectionNative plants grown from local provenance seed and cuttings for bush regeneration projects.
Read More about PropagationLocal provenance native tube stock, grown in bulk from local seed for revegetation.
Read More about Tube StockAPZ maintenance that meets NSW RFS standards while protecting native vegetation.
Read More about APZ MaintenanceClear, step-by-step restoration plans, from weed control through to native planting.
Read More about Effective Restoration PlansGPS and GIS mapping of priority weeds, so weed control starts where it matters most.
Read More about Weed Mapping
About Hunter Bush Regeneration
Hunter Bush Regeneration is a local bush regeneration contractor based in Singleton and led by director Kieran Fellowes, who brings eight years of hands-on restoration experience.
We take sites from first assessment through weed control, seed collection, propagation and planting to long-term maintenance, using accredited crews and our own equipment fleet.
What Sets Us Apart
Eight reasons landholders, councils and contractors across the Hunter Region choose us for their bush regeneration and vegetation management work.

We are dedicated to the craft of bush regeneration and aim to employ leading practices backed by experience and the latest research.
We collect and propagate seed from local populations, ensuring genetic integrity and superior adaptation to your site conditions.
We maintain our own fleet, including 4x4 utility vehicles, a high-volume spray unit, dual-axle trailer and full Stihl power equipment, so our crews aren't waiting on hired gear.
We've delivered bush regeneration and vegetation management for clients including BHP, Singleton Council, and property developers across the Hunter Region.
Deep regional expertise means we understand local soil types, rainfall patterns, native species, and the specific challenges of our area.
Regeneration is a journey, not a destination. We provide ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and adaptive management.
Every crew member's inductions, certifications and safety documentation are tracked digitally through ConnectTeams, giving clients full visibility on-site.
Our field staff hold White Card, First Aid and ChemCert AQF3 accreditation, with supervisor-level chainsaw operations certification across the crew.
Testimonial
"As part of an initial phase of our weed management plan we engaged Hunter Bush Regeneration (HBR) to assist us in the process of eradicating Lantana on our property, which has proven to be quite successful. We intend to engage HBR in the future to further spray and remove the Lantana as we reclaim our pasture and native bush."
Our Process
Successful bush regeneration requires a practical, can-do approach. We assess what a site really needs the level of native resilience already present, the severity of weed pressure, and which species are preventing natural recovery. From there, we determine the most effective actions based on site conditions, available funding, and the goals of the client. We believe no site is beyond repair and no project is too large or complex. By breaking work into manageable sections, we focus on the actions that will have the greatest impact first. This approach naturally leads into our four-stage regeneration process.
Every successful regeneration project begins with thorough site assessment. Our qualified bush regenerators evaluate existing vegetation, identify weed threats, assess soil conditions, and analyse ecological constraints and opportunities. We map vegetation communities, document native species present, and identify fauna habitat features. This comprehensive assessment informs all subsequent planning and ensures our approach is tailored to your site's specific characteristics and restoration potential.
Controlling invasive species is fundamental to regeneration success. We implement integrated weed management strategies using manual removal, targeted herbicide application, and follow-up treatments timed to prevent seed set and exhaust soil seed banks. Our qualified bush regenerators use minimum-impact techniques that protect native species while effectively eliminating weeds. Primary weed control creates space and resources for native species to flourish.
Once weed pressure is reduced, we establish native vegetation using locally sourced tube stock grown from regionally collected seed. Our planting specifications match species to site conditions, creating diverse plant communities that reflect natural vegetation patterns. We install plants at optimal times for establishment, provide initial watering and mulching, and use tree guards where necessary to protect against herbivory, giving every plant the best chance of survival.
Regeneration is a multi-year commitment requiring ongoing maintenance to achieve self-sustaining outcomes. We provide regular follow-up treatments targeting weed regrowth, supplementary planting to fill gaps, and monitoring to track progress and inform adaptive management. Our maintenance programs are tailored to each site's needs, gradually reducing in intensity as native vegetation establishes and begins to outcompete weeds naturally, ultimately transitioning to low-intensity stewardship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't see your question here? Talk it through with our team.
Call 0434 625 685Getting started is simple. Contact us to arrange an initial site visit where our principal bush regenerator will assess your property, discuss your objectives, and provide preliminary recommendations. We'll identify vegetation communities, map weed infestations, and evaluate ecological opportunities and constraints. Following the site visit, we'll provide a detailed proposal outlining recommended works, staging, timeframes, and costs. Once you approve the proposal, we'll schedule works and assign a dedicated project manager who will oversee your regeneration program from start to finish.
While not always mandatory for small-scale works, we strongly recommend professional site assessment for any significant regeneration project. A thorough assessment by our principal bush regenerator ensures works are appropriately targeted, resources are allocated efficiently, and restoration strategies are tailored to your site's specific conditions. The assessment identifies existing native species that should be retained, maps weed distribution to prioritise control efforts, evaluates soil conditions, and documents fauna habitat features. This information forms the foundation for successful regeneration and often saves money by preventing unnecessary or inappropriate interventions.
We offer flexible regeneration programs tailored to diverse client needs and budgets. Our standard programs include one-off weed control treatments, annual maintenance contracts, and comprehensive multi-year regeneration programs that take projects from initial weed removal through to established native vegetation. We also provide specialised programs including APZ compliance maintenance, riparian corridor restoration, biodiversity offset management, habitat enhancement for threatened species, and large-scale landscape restoration. All programs include qualified supervision, detailed record-keeping, and regular reporting. Contact us to discuss which program best suits your objectives.
Our pricing is transparent and competitive, structured around several models to suit different project types. We offer fixed-price quotations for defined scopes of work, hourly rates for smaller or variable tasks, and per-hectare pricing for large-area treatments. Costs vary based on site access, weed density and species, terrain difficulty, native planting density, and ongoing maintenance requirements. Most residential bush regeneration projects range from modest investments for annual maintenance through to larger commitments for comprehensive restoration programs. We provide detailed written quotations with no hidden costs and can structure payment schedules to align with project milestones.
Tell us where your site is and what you want to achieve. Our principal bush regenerator will arrange a site visit and give you practical recommendations.
Procuring for a council? See how we work as a council bush regeneration contractor.