Attachment 2 - Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026-2031

WeedScan app

WeedScan is a community weed identification and reporting app that uses smartphone camera
for AI-powered weed detection and enables users to record and report sightings and share
information with community groups. It is integrated with Atlas of Living of Australia and state
weed and pest databases.

iNaturalist app

iNaturalist is a citizen science app that allows users to identify, record and share observations
of plants and animals using a smartphone camera. AI computer vision is used to identify the
species which is then verified by experts and users. Recordings of high-priority invasive species
are reported to Government agencies for follow up, and records are also shared with the Atlas
of Living Australia and QLD Herbarium.

FeralScan app

FeralScan is a community-driven app and website for reporting sightings, damage and control
actions related to invasive animals. Target species include rabbits, wild dogs, feral cats, pigs,
cane toads, fox and other pest animals. Sightings can be reported directly to Council or via the
app.

Weed Spotter Network

Weed Spotter Network Queensland is a citizen science collaboration between Queensland
Herbarium and Biosecurity Queensland. There are more than 1800 trained weed spotters
across the state, detecting and recording high risk invasive species. The network supports
biosecurity and environmental protection through early detection and reporting of weeds before
they become established. Members receive newsletters and access to identification guides
and expert advice.

Waterwatch program

The Waterwatch program a dedicated citizen science program coordinated by Mary River
Catchment Coordinating Committee (MRCCC) that collects valuable water quality information
throughout the Mary River catchment including riparian condition and water weeds. Around 80
volunteers sample over 100 sites within the catchment.




                                               Salvinia is a water weed that
                                               forms a thick mat that can
                                               quickly cover water bodies,
                                               reduce water flow, degrade water
                                               quality and destroy wildlife
                                               habitat. Source: Business
                                               Queensland




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