Invasive Weeds Project resource library

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General information

Invasive Weeds Project fact sheet (PDF, 462KB)
The Invasive Weeds Project (2021-2026) has a range of projects aimed at trialling weed management methods.
Invasive Weeds Project 2021-26 stats illustration (JPG, 2.8MB)
View our one-page illustration showcasing what the project has achieved over the five-year period.
4 Simple steps to weed management one-page illustration (JPG, 2.2MB)
Have a look at our 4 simple steps illustration that shows landholders how to approach weed management in an easy way.
Invasive Weeds Project final report 2026 (PDF, 2.8MB)
This report outlines the entire Invasive Weeds Project in more detail.

Maleny demonstration site

Bush regeneration and weed management at the Maleny demonstration site (YouTube)
Learn practical methods for managing invasive weeds using the 4 simple steps process. This video uses the Maleny demonstration site as a worked example on how to use this process.
Applying the 4 simple steps to the Maleny demonstration site (PDF, 1.3MB)
Learn how to apply the 4 simple steps to help manage weeds, using the Maleny demonstration site as a worked example. Like the video above, this narrative provides examples in a written style.
Maleny demonstration site Fact Sheet 2026 (PDF, 513KB)
An overview of the Maleny demonstration site and the key results from the different trials, including creek bank management, strangler fig trials, solarisation and plant translocation.
Maleny demonstration site photo monitoring 2026 (PDF, 27MB)
A series of photos taken at the site over time to see restoration progress. You will find photos of wildlife and general site photographs at the end of this document.
Maleny demonstration site plant list 2026 (PDF, 324KB)
A list of species that were planted throughout the Maleny demonstration site.
Maleny demonstration site case study 2026 (PDF, 3.5MB)
An in-depth report that provides information about the different zones within the Maleny demonstration site, including cost and labour requirements. It also provides detailed results of the different innovative trials.

Witta demonstration site

Bush regeneration and weed management at the Witta demonstration site (YouTube)
Learn practical methods for managing invasive weeds using the 4 simple steps process on a site battling steep and difficult to access areas. This video uses the Witta demonstration site as a worked example on how to use this process.
Applying the 4 simple steps to the Witta demonstration site (PDF, 1.5MB)
Learn how to apply the 4 simple steps to help manage weeds using the Witta demonstration site as a worked example. Like the video, this narrative provides examples in a written style.
Witta demonstration site Fact Sheet 2026 (PDF, 479KB)
An overview of the Witta demonstration site and the key results from the different management trials, including remote mulching, hydromulching, drone herbicide spraying and more!
Witta demonstration site photo monitoring 2023-2026 (PDF, 27.9MB)
A series of photos taken at the site over time to see restoration progress.
Witta demonstration site plant list 2026 (PDF, 322KB)
A list of species that were planted throughout the Witta demonstration site.
Witta demonstration site weed management and restoration plan 2022 (PDF, 3.5MB)
An overview of the weed management and restoration plan for the demonstration site.
Witta demonstration site Case Study 2026 (PDF, 2.1MB)
An in-depth report that provides information about the different zones within the Witta demonstration site, including cost and labour requirements. It also provides detailed results of the different innovative trials.
Witta demonstration site FPE monitoring report (2023-2024) (PDF, 20MB)
Witta demonstration site FPE monitoring report (2024-2025) (PDF, 36MB)
Witta demonstration site FPE monitoring report (2025-2026) (PDF, 36MB)
Witta demonstration site images 2026 (PDF, 17MB)
A series of photos from the site, such as management trials and fauna camera images.
Witta demonstration site aerial imagery:
- November 2022 (PDF, 254MB)
- May 2023 (PDF, 224MB)
- July 2023 (PDF, 248MB)
- December 2023 (PDF, 236MB)
- April 2024 (PDF, 209MB)
- September 2024 (PDF, 22MB)
- April 2025 (PDF, 22MB)
- June 2025 (PDF, 23MB)
- October 2025 (PDF, 3.7MB)

Artificial intelligence monitoring for weeds

Broad-leaf pepper and pandanus mapping Fact Sheet 2026 (PDF, 417KB)
A brief overview of the research project and key outcomes.
Broad-leaf pepper and pandanus illustration (PDF, 2.2MB)
View a one-page illustration that compares the methods used for monitoring weeds.
Weed mapping decision matrix Info Sheet 2026 (PDF, 359KB)
View the decision matrix to compare different mapping methods for monitoring weed species.
Broad-leaf pepper and pandanus mapping comparison report (PDF, 1.1MB)
A detailed technical report and comparison matrix that summarises the processes, methods and results from the project.
Broad-leaf pepper and pandanus classification and mapping - proof of concept trial (PAWS, 2023) (PDF, 1.6MB)
A short conference report that outlines initial findings.
Broad-leaf pepper and pandanus technical report (QUT 2023) (PDF, 7.5MB)
A technical report outlining specialised details about the study and project.
Integrating Artificial Intelligence and UAV-Acquired Multispectral Imagery for the Mapping of Invasive Plant Species 2024 (PDF, 14MB)
A peer-reviewed scientific article about the project.
Drone monitoring (AQIRF) Fact Sheet 2026 (PDF, 653KB)
A short fact sheet providing information about how drones and AI can be used to map invasive plant species.

Herbicide capsule trials

Herbicide capsule Fact Sheet 2026 (PDF, 452KB)
A brief overview of the project summarising the outcomes, findings and key takeaways.
Herbicide capsule Case Study 2026 (PDF, 1.7MB)
A detailed project report that provides trial objectives, results and key findings.

Environmental DNA (eDNA) research trail

eDNA Fact Sheet 2026 (PDF, 411KB)
A brief overview of the project summarising the outcomes, findings and key takeaways.
eDNA results illustration (PDF, 2.45MB)
A one-page illustration summarising our eDNA research results.
Preliminary eDNA study (EnviroDNA, 2022) (PDF, 11.9MB)
A short report that outlines a trial which used eDNA to identify madeira vine, an invasive weed.
Terrestrial vine detection in waterways using eDNA (PAWS, 2025) (PDF, 175KB)
A short report that outlines a trial using eDNA to identify cat’s claw creeper, madeira vine, and dutchman’s pipe.
eDNA project report 2026 (PDF, 1.4MB)
Detailed project report that includes results from the different project phases and key research learnings.