Meeting papers

Shire-wide risk assessment for invasive species
A biosecurity risk assessment by an expert panel identified the highest priority invasive species,
their management feasibility, and appropriate management approach for Noosa Shire. The risk
assessment is a standardised approach developed by Biosecurity Queensland that assesses
and scores each species based on the following:

•   Risk – economic, social amenity, human health and ecological impacts, invasiveness
    (ability to spread and establish), and potential distribution
•   Feasibility of management – current distribution, cost of control and likely effectiveness of
    control.

High-priority species are categorised into four management objectives based on the risk
assessment results:

Prevention – not currently found; species prevented from entering the shire

Eradication – small distribution present in the shire; species are eradicated

Containment – moderate distribution; reduce impact and spread

Asset-based protection – widespread distribution; protect high value areas/assets

These management objectives are depicted in the Generalised Invasion Curve below in Figure
4.1 and reflect the most appropriate management response for each invasive species.




Figure 4.1. Generalised invasion curve and priority invasive species management outcomes
(Source: Biosecurity Victoria, Victorian Government)

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