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Weed Spotters Handbook

WEED SPOTTERS HANDBOOK

The development of the South East Weed Spotters Program was made possible through the Australian Government National Landcare Programme.

© 2015 Natural Resources South East

2nd edition

DISCLAIMER

Natural Resources South East and its employees do not warrant or make any representation regarding the use, or results of the use, of the information contained herein as regards to its correctness, accuracy, reliability, currency or otherwise. Natural Resources South East and its employees expressly disclaim all liability or responsibility to any person using the information or advice.


The development of the South East Weed Spotters Program was made possible through the Australian Government National Landcare Programme.

© 2015 Natural Resources South East

2nd edition

DISCLAIMER

Natural Resources South East and its employees do not warrant or make any representation regarding the use, or results of the use, of the information contained herein as regards to its correctness, accuracy, reliability, currency or otherwise. Natural Resources South East and its employees expressly disclaim all liability or responsibility to any person using the information or advice.


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CONTENTS

1. Weed Spotters ............................................................................................................ 5

1.1. Who are Weed Spotters? ..................................................................................... 5

1.2. What do Weed Spotters do? ................................................................................. 5

2. Looking for Weeds ...................................................................................................... 6

2.1. Weeds to look out for ............................................................................................ 6

2.2. When to look ........................................................................................................ 7

2.3. Where to look ....................................................................................................... 8

2.4. Hygiene ................................................................................................................ 8

2.5. Safety ................................................................................................................... 9

3. Recording & Reporting Process ................................................................................ 10

3.1. Using the reporting form ..................................................................................... 10

3.2. Recording location with GPS .............................................................................. 13

3.3. What happens when a suspected new weed is found and reported? ................. 15

3.4. Who to report to .................................................................................................. 16

4. Collecting Specimens ............................................................................................... 16

4.1. What to collect .................................................................................................... 16

4.2. Methods of collecting plant specimens ............................................................... 17

4.3. Drying Specimens .............................................................................................. 18

4.4. Specimen collecting process .............................................................................. 18

5. Useful References .................................................................................................... 24

6. Appendices ............................................................................................................... 25

Appendix A – South East Alert Weeds ............................................................................. 25

Appendix B – Flowering Period of Alert Weeds ................................................................ 27

Appendix C – Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet ....................................................... 30

Appendix D – Authorised Officer Details .......................................................................... 32

Appendix E - Field Visit Checklist ..................................................................................... 33

Appendix F – Example of a Completed Weed Reporting Sheet ....................................... 34

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Acknowledgements

The Author would like to acknowledge the following input into this handbook:

Adrian Harvey (Rural Solutions SA)

Aidan Laslett (Natural Resources South East)

Chris Brodie and Helen Vonow (SA State Herbarium)

Peter Tucker & Tim Reynolds (Primary Industries and Regions SA)

The Victorian and Queensland Weed Spotter publications for guidance on content

Cover photos (left to right): tree heath (Erica arborea), gazania (Gazania spp.), bluebell creeper (Billardiera heterophylla), and polygala (Polygala myrtifolia).

Funding

This project is part of the “Engaging the community to defeat the weed menace” Project, funded through the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program and supported by the South East Natural Resources Management Board.

Weed Spotters Handbook Version 2.2, June 2015

Weed SpottersHandbook 2015

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Acknowledgements

The Author would like to acknowledge the following input into this handbook:

Adrian Harvey (Rural Solutions SA)

Aidan Laslett (Natural Resources South East)

Chris Brodie and Helen Vonow (SA State Herbarium)

Peter Tucker & Tim Reynolds (Primary Industries and Regions SA)

The Victorian and Queensland Weed Spotter publications for guidance on content

Cover photos (left to right): tree heath (Erica arborea), gazania (Gazania spp.), bluebell creeper (Billardiera heterophylla), and polygala (Polygala myrtifolia).

Funding

This project is part of the “Engaging the community to defeat the weed menace” Project, funded through the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program and supported by the South East Natural Resources Management Board.

Weed Spotters Handbook Version 2.2, June 2015


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1. WEED SPOTTERS

Weeds cost South East landholders at least an estimated $19 million per year in control and lost production costs. The South East Weed Risk Assessment has highlighted ‘Alert’ species that have potential to establish and spread in the South East and cause serious impact.

Early detection and rapid response will prevent the establishment of new weeds and can potentially save millions of dollars in ongoing eradication and control programs. Preventing weed infestations will also limit the impacts on our natural and agricultural resources.

Natural Resources South East (NRSE) implemented South Australia’s first Weed Spotters Program in 2010. The Weed Spotters program has been implemented to assist in preventing further impacts of weeds to our region.

1.1. Who are Weed Spotters? Weed Spotters are volunteers who assist the South East region by keeping an eye out for, and reporting potential, new or emerging weeds, including ‘Alert’ species.

Weed Spotters can be anyone interested in plants or our environment, and can include farmers, gardeners, teachers, contractors, agronomists, nursery staff, students, members of Friends of Parks and Landcare groups, local government and state government staff. Many of these people are already on the lookout for new weeds; the Weed Spotters program provides an easy formalised approach for reporting and identifying weeds so incursions can be controlled or monitored.

Extensive plant knowledge is not required to be a good Weed Spotter- just a keen eye and the motivation to protect our natural resources.

1.2. What do Weed Spotters do? A Weed Spotter has a crucial role to look out for new weeds so that they can be destroyed before they establish. A Weed Spotter will record, collect, and deliver a specimen of any potential, new and emerging weeds to the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator, and is encouraged to do so while conducting normal daily activities. Weed Spotters are a front line defence against invading plant species.

As a Weed Spotter you will help protect our natural resources from the impacts of weeds!


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2. LOOKING FOR WEEDS

2.1. Weeds to look out for The Weed Spotters program is about finding new weeds before they become established. Common species or those already present in the region are already managed by landholders and Natural Resources South East (NRSE). NRSE has identified 30 ‘Alert’ weed species that will have very negative impacts if they become established. It is these Alert species that the Weed Spotters program will focus on.

These species are either:

not yet present in the South East but have potential to establish and grow here

recognised as sleeper weeds (present in the region with potential to spread under the right conditions)

present in the South East in very limited locations with the goal of destroying existing infestations and preventing further spread

The full list of weeds to look out for is included in Appendix A. The status of these weeds vary and include Declared, State Alert, Weeds of National Significance (WoNS) or species assessed as being eradicable through the South East Weed Risk Assessment. These categories are briefly explained below. More information can be obtain from the PIRSA website: (http://pir.sa.gov.au/biosecurity/weeds_and_pest_animals/plant_pests_in_south_australia)

Declared Weeds

These species are declared under the State Natural Resources Management Act 2004 as they are significant threats to the State’s primary production, natural environments and public safety. Species are declared under various sections of the Act relating to movement, sale, notification and control. Landowners have responsibility to manage declared plants on their land. Some declared species are widespread whereas other weeds have not yet arrived in SA or are very limited in distribution.

State Alert Weeds

State alert weeds are plants declared under the Natural Resources Management Act 2004 that are not known to be present in South Australia or may be present in very low numbers and can still be eradicated. Notification of their presence is critical to prevent their establishment. Not all species declared as State Alert are of concern to the South East region as climatic conditions are likely to prevent them from establishing.


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2. LOOKING FOR WEEDS

2.1. Weeds to look out for The Weed Spotters program is about finding new weeds before they become established. Common species or those already present in the region are already managed by landholders and Natural Resources South East (NRSE). NRSE has identified 30 ‘Alert’ weed species that will have very negative impacts if they become established. It is these Alert species that the Weed Spotters program will focus on.

These species are either:

not yet present in the South East but have potential to establish and grow here

recognised as sleeper weeds (present in the region with potential to spread under the right conditions)

present in the South East in very limited locations with the goal of destroying existing infestations and preventing further spread

The full list of weeds to look out for is included in Appendix A. The status of these weeds vary and include Declared, State Alert, Weeds of National Significance (WoNS) or species assessed as being eradicable through the South East Weed Risk Assessment. These categories are briefly explained below. More information can be obtain from the PIRSA website: (http://pir.sa.gov.au/biosecurity/weeds_and_pest_animals/plant_pests_in_south_australia)

Declared Weeds

These species are declared under the State Natural Resources Management Act 2004 as they are significant threats to the State’s primary production, natural environments and public safety. Species are declared under various sections of the Act relating to movement, sale, notification and control. Landowners have responsibility to manage declared plants on their land. Some declared species are widespread whereas other weeds have not yet arrived in SA or are very limited in distribution.

State Alert Weeds

State alert weeds are plants declared under the Natural Resources Management Act 2004 that are not known to be present in South Australia or may be present in very low numbers and can still be eradicated. Notification of their presence is critical to prevent their establishment. Not all species declared as State Alert are of concern to the South East region as climatic conditions are likely to prevent them from establishing.


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Weeds of National Significance (WoNS)

These species are some of the worst invasive plants in Australia, and are recognised at the national level due to their invasiveness, impacts and potential for spread. Many of these weeds have already degraded large areas of Australia’s natural and productive landscapes and require action at a national level to reduce their impacts. The South East region has nine WoNS already present; African boxthorn, Asparagus weeds, athel pine, blackberry, boneseed, brooms, gorse, silverleaf nightshade, and willows. The alert list contains five other WoNS species that pose a threat to the SE region.

Each Weed Spotter will be provided with a WEEDeck reference guide containing most of the Alert species, as well as fact sheets and resource material to help you identify these new species. Introductory Weed Spotters training will also provide information on how to recognise the alert species. We encourage you to look for any other plants that you notice as unusual or new to an area as well as the Alert species.

2.2. When to look New weeds can be searched for at any time, and especially when going about your daily routine. For example, travelling on roadsides, working with a Friends or Landcare group, visiting landowners, walking in the local park or bushland, or visiting your local nursery are all prime opportunities to search for potential new weeds.

Weeds grow at all times of the year; however some may be dormant over the heat of summer. When they are dormant they may have died back and be below ground making them hard to see (e.g. bridal veil). It is easiest to see new plants when they are actively growing and flowering. The flowering period of the South East Alert weeds are illustrated in Appendix B.

There is no obligation on you as a Weed Spotter to regularly look for new weeds, it is entirely up to you. The quality of the report and pressed specimen is more important than quantity. You may only ever report one weed- but it might be very important.

You are encouraged to keep a look out for weeds as part of your normal daily routine - special time and effort is not required.


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2.3. Where to look Potential, new and emerging weeds can be found in many places. Potential weed locations can include:

roadsides

pastures

crops

forests

neglected gardens

bushland

nurseries/markets

waste places

disturbed sites

waterways

coastal dunes

cemeteries

wetlands

Plants advertised for sale in the media and on the internet may also be potential weeds. Many of our future weeds are growing in gardens and are available in nurseries and local weekend markets. Reporting occurrences of known weed species for sale is just as important as those found already growing in the wild.

Having an understanding of where particular weeds spread from and the pathways along which they are spread can help to focus on places to look. For example, an agricultural weed such as silverleaf nightshade may be moved in contaminated fodder or livestock. Aquatic weeds such as water hyacinth will be found in wetter areas along creeks and wetlands. Climatic and soil conditions may influence where certain weeds will grow. For example, horsetail prefers damp soil and is more likely to be found in these conditions.

2.4. Hygiene It is very important that as a Weed Spotter you do not contribute to the spread of weeds or diseases.

Seeds and other parts of the plant can be carried by you on your shoes, clothes, equipment and vehicles. Being aware of hygiene is very important to ensure new weeds are not spread further. Gaiters can help cover socks and laces which are common seed carriers (see Figure 1). Check your clothing, shoes and equipment before leaving the site to ensure it is clean of contaminated material. Also take care when collecting plants to ensure seeds/ plant parts are securely contained (see Section 4 for more on collecting specimens).


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2.3. Where to look Potential, new and emerging weeds can be found in many places. Potential weed locations can include:

roadsides

pastures

crops

forests

neglected gardens

bushland

nurseries/markets

waste places

disturbed sites

waterways

coastal dunes

cemeteries

wetlands

Plants advertised for sale in the media and on the internet may also be potential weeds. Many of our future weeds are growing in gardens and are available in nurseries and local weekend markets. Reporting occurrences of known weed species for sale is just as important as those found already growing in the wild.

Having an understanding of where particular weeds spread from and the pathways along which they are spread can help to focus on places to look. For example, an agricultural weed such as silverleaf nightshade may be moved in contaminated fodder or livestock. Aquatic weeds such as water hyacinth will be found in wetter areas along creeks and wetlands. Climatic and soil conditions may influence where certain weeds will grow. For example, horsetail prefers damp soil and is more likely to be found in these conditions.

2.4. Hygiene It is very important that as a Weed Spotter you do not contribute to the spread of weeds or diseases.

Seeds and other parts of the plant can be carried by you on your shoes, clothes, equipment and vehicles. Being aware of hygiene is very important to ensure new weeds are not spread further. Gaiters can help cover socks and laces which are common seed carriers (see Figure 1). Check your clothing, shoes and equipment before leaving the site to ensure it is clean of contaminated material. Also take care when collecting plants to ensure seeds/ plant parts are securely contained (see Section 4 for more on collecting specimens).


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Figure 1 Weed seeds can be carried on your shoes and clothes

2.5. Safety You are responsible for your own safety as a Weed Spotter. You are not expected to enter difficult or dangerous terrain or to collect specimens in extreme weather. When working outside it is recommended that you take necessary precautions for your safety such as sunscreen, hat and long sleeves for sun protection and long trousers and boots to protect against snake bite. It is also recommended that you carry extra water to wash your hands after handling irritating or poisonous plants. Gloves may also be useful for specimen collection.

In the interest of safety it is preferred that Weed Spotters do not work alone in the field. Where possible work in pairs. If working alone it is a good idea to organise a communications plan with a reliable person. Let this person know where you will be and when you plan to return, and have an agreed plan of action if you do not return. To avoid false alarms always remember to tell your reliable person that you have returned.

If working on roadsides please ensure you abide by traffic regulations, park a safe distance off the road and protect yourself from traffic hazards. If you are near a road a high visibility (hi-vis) jacket or vest should be worn.

A Workplace Health & Safety briefing will be provided at your induction and there will be a requirement to register as a volunteer with Natural Resources South East and conduct activities as prescribed by DEWNR’s Volunteer Management Framework.

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3. RECORDING & REPORTING PROCESS

3.1. Using the reporting form Sightings of unknown plants and potential new weeds need to be recorded on the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet (Appendix C) so the site and plant(s) can be easily found by someone else. Plants may be collected and pressed to aid identification. Pressing the plant with flowers or fruits is the best way to preserve the features that are normally required to identify unknown plants, along with your notes. Plant collection methods are covered in Weed Spotters training and are detailed in Section 4.

Extra copies of the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet will be provided to you at Weed Spotters training or are available from the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator. We ask that you attempt to fill in all the required fields, as indicated on the sheet with an asterisk. These fields include:

your name your contact details including; phone no. and /or email the date the plant or population was sighted and collected the location of the plant number of plants present approximate area of infestation plant form reproductive state, and growth stages present

As well as recording the essential information listed above, Weed Spotters are encouraged to take multiple photographs of potential weeds. Take an overall shot of the area showing the habitat and the plant(s); another shot of the whole plant or a large proportion; and close up shots of flowers, fruits or unusual features. Photographs, along with a collected specimen and completed reporting sheet, can be invaluable for weed identification. Digital cameras on modern [smart] phones are usually adequate. What to do if you can’t collect a specimen If you can’t collect a sample, a photo and detailed information may assist in identification or at least allow an Authorised Officer to return to the site to collect the plant for identification. The information on the following pages should assist you to provide descriptive information on the reporting sheet. See Appendix F for a good example of a completed recording sheet.


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3. RECORDING & REPORTING PROCESS

3.1. Using the reporting form Sightings of unknown plants and potential new weeds need to be recorded on the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet (Appendix C) so the site and plant(s) can be easily found by someone else. Plants may be collected and pressed to aid identification. Pressing the plant with flowers or fruits is the best way to preserve the features that are normally required to identify unknown plants, along with your notes. Plant collection methods are covered in Weed Spotters training and are detailed in Section 4.

Extra copies of the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet will be provided to you at Weed Spotters training or are available from the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator. We ask that you attempt to fill in all the required fields, as indicated on the sheet with an asterisk. These fields include:

your name your contact details including; phone no. and /or email the date the plant or population was sighted and collected the location of the plant number of plants present approximate area of infestation plant form reproductive state, and growth stages present

As well as recording the essential information listed above, Weed Spotters are encouraged to take multiple photographs of potential weeds. Take an overall shot of the area showing the habitat and the plant(s); another shot of the whole plant or a large proportion; and close up shots of flowers, fruits or unusual features. Photographs, along with a collected specimen and completed reporting sheet, can be invaluable for weed identification. Digital cameras on modern [smart] phones are usually adequate. What to do if you can’t collect a specimen If you can’t collect a sample, a photo and detailed information may assist in identification or at least allow an Authorised Officer to return to the site to collect the plant for identification. The information on the following pages should assist you to provide descriptive information on the reporting sheet. See Appendix F for a good example of a completed recording sheet.


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Weed location details Location details

(required field)

Try to include the location in words, like a set of directions. Including the distance to nearest towns, roads, tracks, intersections or well-known land marks. Space is available on the back of the form for a mud map as well. Please include names of places, roads, etc. where possible on this map.

Good example: about 20m outside of main entrance of Woodsoak property on north side of road, 500m south west from Reedy swamp, 1 km north of main south eastern road, about 17km north of Beachport.

Poor example: near the entrance to a property on main south eastern road north of Beachport.

GPS reading or map reference

(required field)

A global positioning system (GPS) reading is preferred, but a grid reference from a topographic map is adequate if you don’t have a GPS.

A GPS may be a separate device, or may be a function in your camera or smart phone. The location can be recorded as latitude and longitude (in degrees, minutes and seconds) or Easting (6 figures) and Northing (7 figures) and Zone. See Section 3.2 for more details on using a GPS.

If using a topographic (CFS or similar) map, rounding down the Easting and Northing to the nearest 100m (so last 2 digits will be 00) is OK.

GPS Datum (required field)

If using a GPS please record the datum used. This information can usually be found under settings in the GPS menu and will most likely be either GDA 94 or WGS 84.

Land tenure Record the land tenure (public, private, government or roadside) if you know which category it belongs to. If you do not know, tick “unsure” and feel free to make comments.

Land use Select the most appropriate land use category, more than one is okay if required e.g. it may be a garden in an urban environment.

Soil type This field does not provide suggestions and is to be used for your own description. You may also like to record other features such as waterlogged or saline areas. The following are brief descriptions of soil categories:

Sand – at least 3 cm of course grained (> 2mm) top soil Loam – a mixture of sand, fine grained silt and clay Clay – heavy fine particles, and smooth to touch

Landowner name and contact

Only record this if known, e.g. if you found a weed at the Lakes you could list the Mount Gambier City Council here. You are not expected to find this information out before reporting the weed.


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Weed characteristics Botanical name Record the current Latin name (genus and species) if known. Common name(s) Record the local common name of the species if known. Number of plants present (required field)

Grouped categories have been provided for your use. You may need to walk around to see the limits of the population. If the population is large you may like to record that there are 100’s or 1000’s of plants. Some aquatic species may be difficult to determine individual plants, please provide a comment if unsure.

Approximate area of infestation (required field)

Supply these details to the best of your knowledge. One large adult pace is about 1 metre.

Plant form (required field)

Record to the best of your knowledge which form/category the plant belongs to. The WEEDeck lists the plant form on the bottom right corner of each card. The following definitions may assist you: Tree – A woody plant with a single stem or branching above the

base of the stem, and > 2m tall at maturity Shrub – A woody plant with multiple stems, normally < 5m or may

be single stemmed but no more than 2 metres tall Vine/climber– A climbing or creeping plant growing vertically or

horizontally, sometimes over other plants Herb – A soft plant not having a woody stem or a grass like

appearance Grass/ sedge – A soft or stiff plant with a grass like appearance –

not woody. Bulb – Plants appear in spring from a swollen under-ground stem Aquatic - A plant found growing in water, may be free floating or

attached to the bottom of the water-body *Please also record the height and width of the plant.

Reproductive state (required field)

Please record the reproductive state of the plant and /or population. This is important for determining future management actions and priorities, e.g. species in seed may require seasonal follow up surveys. Some plant features change or are distorted in pressed plant material, so please also record the: Flower size and colour Fruit / seed / berry size & colour. These observations help with the identification of the plant. Please feel free to add comments if unsure.


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Weed characteristics Botanical name Record the current Latin name (genus and species) if known. Common name(s) Record the local common name of the species if known. Number of plants present (required field)

Grouped categories have been provided for your use. You may need to walk around to see the limits of the population. If the population is large you may like to record that there are 100’s or 1000’s of plants. Some aquatic species may be difficult to determine individual plants, please provide a comment if unsure.

Approximate area of infestation (required field)

Supply these details to the best of your knowledge. One large adult pace is about 1 metre.

Plant form (required field)

Record to the best of your knowledge which form/category the plant belongs to. The WEEDeck lists the plant form on the bottom right corner of each card. The following definitions may assist you: Tree – A woody plant with a single stem or branching above the

base of the stem, and > 2m tall at maturity Shrub – A woody plant with multiple stems, normally < 5m or may

be single stemmed but no more than 2 metres tall Vine/climber– A climbing or creeping plant growing vertically or

horizontally, sometimes over other plants Herb – A soft plant not having a woody stem or a grass like

appearance Grass/ sedge – A soft or stiff plant with a grass like appearance –

not woody. Bulb – Plants appear in spring from a swollen under-ground stem Aquatic - A plant found growing in water, may be free floating or

attached to the bottom of the water-body *Please also record the height and width of the plant.

Reproductive state (required field)

Please record the reproductive state of the plant and /or population. This is important for determining future management actions and priorities, e.g. species in seed may require seasonal follow up surveys. Some plant features change or are distorted in pressed plant material, so please also record the: Flower size and colour Fruit / seed / berry size & colour. These observations help with the identification of the plant. Please feel free to add comments if unsure.


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Growth stages present (required field)

Plant development information will help in management decisions, e.g. seedlings and rosette stages are often easier and more critical to control before the plants flower. Unknown or leaving this option blank is fine if you are not sure which category it belongs to.

Comments / Drawings

Use this field for other additional details or information that you were unable to include in the above fields. For example you might record the vegetation type if found in native bush; or surrounding habitat; observations, flower or fruit smell, etc.

3.2. Recording location with GPS Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite based navigation system. GPS receivers (such as a Garmin or smart phones) accept information from the satellites and use it to calculate the user’s exact location. On average GPS receivers are accurate to within 15 metres. Be mindful of obstructions, as GPS signals will not transmit through most solid objects such as buildings and tall trees.

Datums

GPS devices use different models of the shape of the earth to provide accurate coordinates. The models are called "datums". Make sure your datum is set to one of the following; GDA94 (Australian specific and preferred) or WGS84 (good over the whole world). For most practical purposes GDA94 and WGS84 are the same.

Coordinate systems

The most commonly used coordinate system in the world is the Geographic Coordinate System. Horizontal lines are called latitudes and vertical lines are called longitudes. Degrees of Latitude and Longitude are either measured in decimal degrees or degrees, minutes, seconds.

UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) is based on Eastings and Northings with the world divided into zones and projected as a flat surface.

Location of Mount Gambier according to various coordinate systems:

Degrees Minutes Seconds Latitude 37° 49' 27.9'' S

Degrees Minutes Seconds Longitude 140° 47' 1.6'' E

Decimal Degrees Latitude -37.82442

Decimal Degrees Longitude 140.78378

UTM Easting 480971

UTM Northing 5813642

UTM Zone 54H (the South East region is entirely within this zone- see Figure 2).


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Image courtesy: http://www.tathrafirebrigade.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=11&Itemid=109

Figure 2 UTM Zones of Australia

There are standalone GPS devices available; brands such as Garmin and Magellan which will come with their own instruction manuals. There are also numerous applications (apps) available for smart phones that have GPS capabilities, e.g.:

GPS Waypoints Navigator

Free GPS

Map My Hike

Gaia GPS

GPS Essentials

Waypoint Pro

Many apps will require mobile reception to function properly, if reception is an issue ensure you use an app that has offline capability.

A ‘waypoint’ is a geographic position for storing the locations of on-ground features such as new weed locations. Marking a waypoint will also provide you with the coordinates to include on the weed reporting form. It is important that you complete the waypoint on the GPS (hit the ‘ok’, ‘save’ or ‘mark’ button) before you move so that the correct location is recorded.


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Image courtesy: http://www.tathrafirebrigade.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=11&Itemid=109

Figure 2 UTM Zones of Australia

There are standalone GPS devices available; brands such as Garmin and Magellan which will come with their own instruction manuals. There are also numerous applications (apps) available for smart phones that have GPS capabilities, e.g.:

GPS Waypoints Navigator

Free GPS

Map My Hike

Gaia GPS

GPS Essentials

Waypoint Pro

Many apps will require mobile reception to function properly, if reception is an issue ensure you use an app that has offline capability.

A ‘waypoint’ is a geographic position for storing the locations of on-ground features such as new weed locations. Marking a waypoint will also provide you with the coordinates to include on the weed reporting form. It is important that you complete the waypoint on the GPS (hit the ‘ok’, ‘save’ or ‘mark’ button) before you move so that the correct location is recorded.


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3.3. What happens when a suspected new weed is found and reported? The process that is followed when a new weed is found and reported is summarised below.

Weed Spotter finds a suspected new weed

Record information on Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet, take several photos, collect and press a specimen (do not trespass to do so)

Send Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet, photos and plant specimen to NRSE Authorised Officer or Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator

NRSE staff identify plant

Dried specimen, Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet & any photos sent to State Herbarium to confirm identification

NRSE staff check SE database to determine if weed has been previously recorded

NRSE staff report the identity of the specimen to the Weed Spotter

NRSE and State government to determine and undertake appropriate management action

Weed Spotter informed of action undertaken and may be asked to assist searching for more infestations of the species


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3.4. Who to report to All Weed Collection and Reporting Sheets with any photos and the pressed plant specimen can be delivered to either:

1. your nearest Natural Resources South East Authorised Officer. See Appendix D for names, locations, address and contact details, or

2. the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator at:

Natural Resources South East C/o Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator, Aidan Laslett

11 Helen St Mt Gambier 5290 T: 8735 1112 M: 0429 685 401 Fax: 8735 1110

If a pressed specimen was not collected, then a completed Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet must be filled out and accompanied with a photo. The reporting sheet and photo is normally the minimum required to identify a potential weed.

If the above information cannot be collected, information on potential new weed species can also be phoned or faxed to the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator for further investigation. Be sure to convey the location (as precisely as possible) and the identifying weed features.

4. COLLECTING SPECIMENS

4.1. What to collect Identification of plants is usually based on flowers, fruits or other reproductive structures, together with the leaves and how all of these are arranged on the stem. Collect all the different parts of the plant, especially flowers and fruit, and look out for variation on leaf shapes and sizes. It is sometimes difficult to identify specimens that are incomplete or with insufficient information so please include all parts of the plant.

Where possible with smaller herbaceous plants, collect the whole plant, including basal and underground parts such as bulbs and tubers. Select vigorous, typical material specimens free from insect or other damage.

A checklist of items helpful for collecting plants specimens is listed in Appendix E.


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3.4. Who to report to All Weed Collection and Reporting Sheets with any photos and the pressed plant specimen can be delivered to either:

1. your nearest Natural Resources South East Authorised Officer. See Appendix D for names, locations, address and contact details, or

2. the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator at:

Natural Resources South East C/o Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator, Aidan Laslett

11 Helen St Mt Gambier 5290 T: 8735 1112 M: 0429 685 401 Fax: 8735 1110

If a pressed specimen was not collected, then a completed Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet must be filled out and accompanied with a photo. The reporting sheet and photo is normally the minimum required to identify a potential weed.

If the above information cannot be collected, information on potential new weed species can also be phoned or faxed to the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator for further investigation. Be sure to convey the location (as precisely as possible) and the identifying weed features.

4. COLLECTING SPECIMENS

4.1. What to collect Identification of plants is usually based on flowers, fruits or other reproductive structures, together with the leaves and how all of these are arranged on the stem. Collect all the different parts of the plant, especially flowers and fruit, and look out for variation on leaf shapes and sizes. It is sometimes difficult to identify specimens that are incomplete or with insufficient information so please include all parts of the plant.

Where possible with smaller herbaceous plants, collect the whole plant, including basal and underground parts such as bulbs and tubers. Select vigorous, typical material specimens free from insect or other damage.

A checklist of items helpful for collecting plants specimens is listed in Appendix E.


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Collecting in Reserves - If a weed specimen is collected from a National Park or other DEWNR reserve it is vitally important that the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet is completed. Permit conditions require the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator to report this information on an annual basis.

4.2. Methods of collecting plant specimens Pressing a specimen

The different parts of the plant are pressed between one or more sheets of newspaper, with cardboard either side

Smaller plants may fill a single sheet. Larger grass-like plants can also be bent and pressed in ‘V’, ‘N’, or ‘M’ ‘shapes. Plants too large for a single sheet can be divided and pressed on multiple sheets if all

the plant features cannot be represented on one sheet. Collect branches to show the leaf, flowers, fruit arrangement or different shaped leaves found elsewhere on the same plant.

It is important to take care when collecting specimens that have reproductive parts so you don’t contribute to their spread. Seeds and berries that are likely to roll from the press can be stored securely in small breathable paper envelopes and added to the press.

Alternately, very bulky fruits can be placed in breathable paper envelopes that allow the plant part to dry, avoiding mould, and air-dried out of the press.

Paper envelopes are provided in your Weed Spotters kit. Write your name, the date and your specimen number, (your first collection is 1, second 2, third 3, and so on, no matter what day or year you collect on. All parts of the one plant have the same specimen number. As soon as the specimen has been picked, label it with a watch tag for future identification. Record on the label your name, specimen number and the date in full. Specimens should be pressed as quickly as possible after collection.

If you do not have your plant press with you - place selected plant material in a paper bag and press the plant or its parts when you arrive back at your car, office or home. Try to avoid storing plants in plastic bags for more than a couple of hours as this encourages mould, and makes identification difficult, if not impossible.

Fresh samples A fresh specimen that can be delivered to the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator or an Authorised Officer may be used for identification purposes. Fresh samples should immediately be placed in a paper or plastic bag. Wrap the specimen in damp paper if using plastic bags. Keep each specimen in a separate bag. Keep the bag out of direct sunlight


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and store in a cool part of the vehicle. An Eski or rolled up reflective car sun visors will also help preserve the specimen especially in hot weather. Do not:

trespass if the weed is on private land and you don’t have permission to enter traverse inaccessible or dangerous terrain

4.3. Drying specimens Once you have collected your specimen it should be hand delivered to your nearest Authorised Officer as soon as possible.

If you can’t hand deliver the specimen promptly, it is essential to dry the specimen to prevent the onset of fungal attack. Fungus affected specimens are of limited value for identification.

After pressing your specimen, place the press in an airy, warm, dry location, preferably in the sun. Placing the press near a fan heater (on the lowest heat) or an air conditioner will also assist with the drying process.

The paper may need to be changed for the first few days so the specimen does not go mouldy. Check for dampness and change when needed. The number of times you change the paper will depend on the water content of the plant, air temperature and humidity levels. Most plants should dry in less than 10 days, soft herbs or grass can dry in 3-4 days.

When changing papers look for any evidence of insect attack, especially caterpillars in flowers, and remove any insects found. 4.4. Specimen collecting process The following step by step method for collecting and pressing plants is courtesy of Collecting and preserving plant specimens, a manual (2013 Queensland Department of Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts). https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/assets/documents/plants-animals/herbarium/collecting-manual.pdf


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and store in a cool part of the vehicle. An Eski or rolled up reflective car sun visors will also help preserve the specimen especially in hot weather. Do not:

trespass if the weed is on private land and you don’t have permission to enter traverse inaccessible or dangerous terrain

4.3. Drying specimens Once you have collected your specimen it should be hand delivered to your nearest Authorised Officer as soon as possible.

If you can’t hand deliver the specimen promptly, it is essential to dry the specimen to prevent the onset of fungal attack. Fungus affected specimens are of limited value for identification.

After pressing your specimen, place the press in an airy, warm, dry location, preferably in the sun. Placing the press near a fan heater (on the lowest heat) or an air conditioner will also assist with the drying process.

The paper may need to be changed for the first few days so the specimen does not go mouldy. Check for dampness and change when needed. The number of times you change the paper will depend on the water content of the plant, air temperature and humidity levels. Most plants should dry in less than 10 days, soft herbs or grass can dry in 3-4 days.

When changing papers look for any evidence of insect attack, especially caterpillars in flowers, and remove any insects found. 4.4. Specimen collecting process The following step by step method for collecting and pressing plants is courtesy of Collecting and preserving plant specimens, a manual (2013 Queensland Department of Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts). https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/assets/documents/plants-animals/herbarium/collecting-manual.pdf


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Step 1. Find a specimen that is representative of the existing population. Collect all parts of the plant if available.

Step 2. Record all data on the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet. Record site/habitat data and individual specimen data. All notes should be recorded at the collecting site and not at a later time.


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Step 3. Record the position of the site using GPS, or mark your position on a map and record the grid reference.

Step 4. Every specimen and its duplicates should be tagged. Jeweller's tags are used by most botanists. Write your name or initials and a unique collection number on one side, and the date and site number on the other side. Use a pencil or waterproof pen.


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Step 3. Record the position of the site using GPS, or mark your position on a map and record the grid reference.

Step 4. Every specimen and its duplicates should be tagged. Jeweller's tags are used by most botanists. Write your name or initials and a unique collection number on one side, and the date and site number on the other side. Use a pencil or waterproof pen.


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Step 5. Attach tags securely to each specimen.

Step 6. Specimen should be no more than about 30 cm long and should fit within an Advertiser- sized newspaper so that no part of the plant is sticking out of the press. Bending the plant into a V, N or W shape is OK (see Figure 3). Consider how the pressed specimen will appear. Unnecessary twiggy shoots and excess material may be cut away.


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Step 7. Flatten out the specimen by closing the plant press and securely attaching the straps.

Step 8. Deliver the specimen to your nearest Authorised Officer, or the Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator as soon as possible.


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Figure 3 Example of a mounted and labelled herbarium specimen


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5. USEFUL REFERENCES

Plant identification

While it is important that samples of potential new weed specimens are collected and formally identified, Weed Spotters are also encouraged to try and identify the weeds they observe. This will help to provide a greater level of detail on the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet, and will improve your plant identification skills. Useful plant identification references are provided below:

Auld, B. and Medd, R. (1987) Weeds: An illustrated botanical guide to the weeds of Australia. Inkata Press, Victoria.

Berkinshaw, T. (2009) Mangroves to Mallee: A complete guide to the vegetation of temperate South Australia, Greening Australia, South Australia.

Blood, K. (2001) Environmental Weeds: A field guide for SE Australia. Bloomings Books, Melbourne.

Bonney, N. (2010) What South East native plant is that? South East Natural Resource Management Board, Mt Gambier.

Gibbs, J. (2005) Grass Identification Manual for everyone. Native Grass Resources Group Inc., Adelaide.

Loughran, A. (2007) Native plant or Weed? Pick the difference. Vol 1 and 2 available NSW Department of Primary Industries, Paterson. Ph 1800 025 520 to order

Muyt, A. (2001) Bush Invaders of South East Australia. R.G. and F.J. Richardson, Victoria.

Navie, S. and Adkins, S. (2008) Environmental Weeds of Australia: An interactive identification and information resource for over 1000 invasive plants. University of Queensland, QLD.

Parsons, W.T. and Cuthbertson, E.G. (2001) Noxious Weeds of Australia. 2nd Ed., CSIRO Publishing, Collingwood, Vic.

Richardson FJ, Richardson RG and Shepherd RCH. (2007) Weeds of the South East; An Identification Guide for Australia. RG and FJ Richardson, Victoria

Sainty, G. and Jacobs, S. (2003) Waterplants in Australia. A field guide. 4th edition. Sainty and Associates, NSW.


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5. USEFUL REFERENCES

Plant identification

While it is important that samples of potential new weed specimens are collected and formally identified, Weed Spotters are also encouraged to try and identify the weeds they observe. This will help to provide a greater level of detail on the Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet, and will improve your plant identification skills. Useful plant identification references are provided below:

Auld, B. and Medd, R. (1987) Weeds: An illustrated botanical guide to the weeds of Australia. Inkata Press, Victoria.

Berkinshaw, T. (2009) Mangroves to Mallee: A complete guide to the vegetation of temperate South Australia, Greening Australia, South Australia.

Blood, K. (2001) Environmental Weeds: A field guide for SE Australia. Bloomings Books, Melbourne.

Bonney, N. (2010) What South East native plant is that? South East Natural Resource Management Board, Mt Gambier.

Gibbs, J. (2005) Grass Identification Manual for everyone. Native Grass Resources Group Inc., Adelaide.

Loughran, A. (2007) Native plant or Weed? Pick the difference. Vol 1 and 2 available NSW Department of Primary Industries, Paterson. Ph 1800 025 520 to order

Muyt, A. (2001) Bush Invaders of South East Australia. R.G. and F.J. Richardson, Victoria.

Navie, S. and Adkins, S. (2008) Environmental Weeds of Australia: An interactive identification and information resource for over 1000 invasive plants. University of Queensland, QLD.

Parsons, W.T. and Cuthbertson, E.G. (2001) Noxious Weeds of Australia. 2nd Ed., CSIRO Publishing, Collingwood, Vic.

Richardson FJ, Richardson RG and Shepherd RCH. (2007) Weeds of the South East; An Identification Guide for Australia. RG and FJ Richardson, Victoria

Sainty, G. and Jacobs, S. (2003) Waterplants in Australia. A field guide. 4th edition. Sainty and Associates, NSW.


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6. APPENDICES

APPENDIX A – SOUTH EAST ALERT WEEDS

Common Name Scientific Name Plant form Status

Alligator weed Alternanthera philoxeroides Aquatic WoNS, State Alert, Declared

Arrowhead Sagittaria montevidensis Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Asparagus fern Asparagus scandens Vine WoNS, Destroy (SE)

Bridal veil Asparagus declinatus Vine WoNS, Declared, Eradicate (SE)

Broadkernel espartillo Amelichloa brachychaeta Grass State Alert, Declared

Broomrape Orobanche ramosa Herb State Alert, Declared

Calomba daisy Oncosiphon suffruticosum Herb Declared

Cane needlegrass Nassella hyalina Grass State Alert, Declared

Chilean needlegrass Nassella neesiana Grass WoNS, Declared

Coolatai grass Hyparrhenia hirta Grass Declared

Eurasian watermilfoil Myriophyllum spicatum Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Horsetail Equisetum hyemale Herb State Alert, Declared

Golden dodder Cuscuta campestris Vine State Alert, Declared

Eradicate (SE)

Lagarosiphon Lagarosiphon major Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Leafy elodea (dense waterweed) Egeria densa Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Mexican feathergrass Nassella tenuissima Grass State Alert, Declared

Pampas grass Cortaderia spp. Grass State Alert, Declared

Destroy (SE)

Plumerillo Jarava plumosa Grass State Alert, Declared

Poison buttercup (celery leaf buttercup) Ranunculus sceleratus Aquatic Declared

Primrose willow Ludwigia peruviana Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Salvinia Salvinia molesta Aquatic WoNS, State Alert, Declared

Senegal tea plant Gymnocoronis spilanthoides Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Serrated tussock Nassella trichotoma Grass WoNS, State Alert, Declared


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Silverleaf nightshade Solanum elaeagnifolium Herb WoNS, Declared, Destroy (SE)

Texas needlegrass Nassella leucotricha Grass Declared

Tree of heaven Ailanthus altissima Tree Destroy (SE)

Water caltrop Trapa natans Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Water hyacinth Eichhornia crassipes Aquatic WoNS, State Alert, Declared

Water soldier Stratiotes aloides Aquatic State Alert, Declared

White weeping broom Retama raetam Shrub Destroy (SE), National Alert, Declared

The regional status of Destroy or Eradicate is a result of the Weed Risk Assessment process that was undertaken in the South East region. The definitions of these management action categories are included below:

ERADICATE INFESTATIONS

Aims to remove the weed species from the management area Detailed surveillance and mapping to locate all infestations Destruction of all infestations including seedbanks Prevent entry of species to management area and movement and sale of the species

within the management area Must not grow and all cultivated plants to be removed Monitor progress towards eradication

DESTROY POPULATIONS

Aims to significantly reduce the extent of the weed species in the management area Detailed surveillance and mapping to locate all infestations Destruction of all infestations, aiming for local eradication at feasible sites Prevent entry of species to management area and movement and sale of the species

within the management area Must not grow Monitor progress towards reduction


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Silverleaf nightshade Solanum elaeagnifolium Herb WoNS, Declared, Destroy (SE)

Texas needlegrass Nassella leucotricha Grass Declared

Tree of heaven Ailanthus altissima Tree Destroy (SE)

Water caltrop Trapa natans Aquatic State Alert, Declared

Water hyacinth Eichhornia crassipes Aquatic WoNS, State Alert, Declared

Water soldier Stratiotes aloides Aquatic State Alert, Declared

White weeping broom Retama raetam Shrub Destroy (SE), National Alert, Declared

The regional status of Destroy or Eradicate is a result of the Weed Risk Assessment process that was undertaken in the South East region. The definitions of these management action categories are included below:

ERADICATE INFESTATIONS

Aims to remove the weed species from the management area Detailed surveillance and mapping to locate all infestations Destruction of all infestations including seedbanks Prevent entry of species to management area and movement and sale of the species

within the management area Must not grow and all cultivated plants to be removed Monitor progress towards eradication

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within the management area Must not grow Monitor progress towards reduction

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APPENDIX C – WEED COLLECTION AND REPORTING SHEET

Please provide as much information as possible in pencil. * = essential information *Person recording plant details: _______________________________ Specimen collected: Y / N *Phone number: _________________ Email: __________________________________________ *Date sighted/collected (dd/mm/yyyy): _____/_____/________ Number of photos taken: _____

WEED LOCATION *Location details (nearest road, landmark etc. distance & direction in words) Optional: mud map on back

GPS reading or map reference (note if near edge or centre of infestation)

Grid Ref: Zone __ __ __ E __ __ __ __ __ __ N __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Latitude __ __° __ __, __ __ S Longitude __ __ __ °__ __, __ __ E Comments:

Datum used with GPS WGS84 GDA94 Other:

Land tenure (if known) Private Public Roadside Unsure Comments:

Land use (if known) Agriculture Forestry Horticulture Garden Urban Roadside Conservation Aquatic Comments / associated plants :

Soil type (if known)

Name / contact details of land owner/ manager (if known)

WEED CHARACTERISTICS Botanical name (if known)

Common name(s)

*Number of plants present (be as accurate as possible)

1 1-10 10 – 50 50+ 100+ 500+ 1000+ Comments:

*Approximate area of infestation

<1m2 1-5m2 5-10m2 >10m2 >100m2

Comments:

*Plant form

Tree Shrub Vine/climber Herb Grass/sedge Bulb Aquatic Other: Height & width: Comments:

*Reproductive state (tick one or more, collect all)

No flowers Flower bud Flowering Fruiting Seeding Flower size & colour: Fruit / Seed / Berry size & colour: Comments:

*Growth stages present (tick one or more, collect all)

Seedling Juvenile Mature Dead Unknown

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APPENDIX C – WEED COLLECTION AND REPORTING SHEET

Please provide as much information as possible in pencil. * = essential information *Person recording plant details: _______________________________ Specimen collected: Y / N *Phone number: _________________ Email: __________________________________________ *Date sighted/collected (dd/mm/yyyy): _____/_____/________ Number of photos taken: _____

WEED LOCATION *Location details (nearest road, landmark etc. distance & direction in words) Optional: mud map on back

GPS reading or map reference (note if near edge or centre of infestation)

Grid Ref: Zone __ __ __ E __ __ __ __ __ __ N __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Latitude __ __° __ __, __ __ S Longitude __ __ __ °__ __, __ __ E Comments:

Datum used with GPS WGS84 GDA94 Other:

Land tenure (if known) Private Public Roadside Unsure Comments:

Land use (if known) Agriculture Forestry Horticulture Garden Urban Roadside Conservation Aquatic Comments / associated plants :

Soil type (if known)

Name / contact details of land owner/ manager (if known)

WEED CHARACTERISTICS Botanical name (if known)

Common name(s)

*Number of plants present (be as accurate as possible)

1 1-10 10 – 50 50+ 100+ 500+ 1000+ Comments:

*Approximate area of infestation

<1m2 1-5m2 5-10m2 >10m2 >100m2

Comments:

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Tree Shrub Vine/climber Herb Grass/sedge Bulb Aquatic Other: Height & width: Comments:

*Reproductive state (tick one or more, collect all)

No flowers Flower bud Flowering Fruiting Seeding Flower size & colour: Fruit / Seed / Berry size & colour: Comments:

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Additional comments and/or drawings:

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Please deliver completed reporting sheets, specimens and photos to:

Natural Resources South East c/o Weed Spotters Regional Coordinator: Aidan Laslett Physical Address: 11 Helen Street, Mount Gambier Postal Address: PO Box 1046, Mt Gambier, SA 5290 Telephone: 8735 1112 Mobile: 0429 685 401 Email: [email protected]

Or Your local Natural Resources South East Authorised Officer (see Appendix D in the Weed Spotters Handbook for contact details).

OFFICE USE ONLY * Report received by: * Date Received: ____/____/______ * Entered into Database: YES NO Specimen sent to State Herbarium: YES NO Action: ID confirmed by:


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APPENDIX D – AUTHORISED OFFICER DETAILS

Location Officer Postal Address Contact numbers Fax/ email

Bordertown Lot 10 Cleggett Rd Industrial Estate

Neville Staude

PO Box 346, Bordertown SA 5268

T: 8752 2964 M: 0417 859 080 Fax: (08) 8752 2964 [email protected]

Keith Stirling Rd Industrial estate

Tony Richman

PO Box 138, Keith SA 5267


Kingston Adams Rd

Roger Davidson

PO Box 321, Kingston SE, SA 5275


Lucindale

David Robertson

279 Smith St, Naracoorte SA 5271


Meningie 49 Princes Highway

Sid Frankling

PO Box 26, Meningie SA 5264


Millicent Battye St & Rendalsham Rd

Saxon Ellis

PO Box 27, Millicent SA 5280


Mt Gambier and surrounds

Andrew Shepherd 324 Commercial St West

PO Box 724, Mount Gambier SA 5290


Anton Kurray 11 Helen St



Deb Lang 324 Commercial St West

PO Box 724, Mount Gambier SA


Naracoorte 279 Smith St

Josh Rosser 279 Smith St, Naracoorte SA 5271


Penola 22 Young St

Alan Robins

27 Arthur Street, Penola SA 5277


Robe Royal Circus

Dean Burgoyne

PO Box 1, Robe SA 5276


Tintinara 37 Becker Tce

Jon Forrest




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APPENDIX D – AUTHORISED OFFICER DETAILS

Location Officer Postal Address Contact numbers Fax/ email

Bordertown Lot 10 Cleggett Rd Industrial Estate

Neville Staude

PO Box 346, Bordertown SA 5268


Keith Stirling Rd Industrial estate

Tony Richman



Kingston Adams Rd

Roger Davidson

PO Box 321, Kingston SE, SA 5275


Lucindale

David Robertson

279 Smith St, Naracoorte SA 5271


Meningie 49 Princes Highway

Sid Frankling

PO Box 26, Meningie SA 5264


Millicent Battye St & Rendalsham Rd

Saxon Ellis

PO Box 27, Millicent SA 5280


Mt Gambier and surrounds

Andrew Shepherd 324 Commercial St West



Anton Kurray 11 Helen St



Deb Lang 324 Commercial St West

PO Box 724, Mount Gambier SA


Naracoorte 279 Smith St

Josh Rosser 279 Smith St, Naracoorte SA 5271


Penola 22 Young St

Alan Robins

27 Arthur Street, Penola SA 5277


Robe Royal Circus

Dean Burgoyne

PO Box 1, Robe SA 5276


Tintinara 37 Becker Tce

Jon Forrest




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APPENDIX E - FIELD VISIT CHECKLIST

Collecting Kit

Plant press, including extra newspaper and cardboard

Secateurs or small pruning saw

Trowel or other digging tool

Paper bags *

Sealable plastic bags *

Heavy duty plastic bags *

Leather gloves

Disposable gloves (for handling poisonous plants)

Small envelopes for seeds or small plant parts *

Sticky tape

Eski or reflective sun visors to keep specimen cool

Hi-vis jacket or vest (for roadside safety)

Identification kit

Field guides/ reference material

Weed Alert WEEDeck *

Hand lens (10X is a good standard)

Recording kit

Weed Collection and Reporting Sheet *

Clip board *

Note pad *

Lead pencils or waterproof pen *

Tape measure or ruler for measuring plant

Camera

GPS or topographic maps

Watch tags *

Weed Spotters Handbook *

* these materials will be provided to you as part of your Weed Spotters kit


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APPENDIX F – EXAMPLE OF A COMPLETED WEED REPORTING SHEET


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