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The survey will be conducted looking for pest such as the African tulip, a relatively common weed in urban areas, near houses and along creek lines and waterways in the Hinchinbrook shire. Dense infestations occur in some locations including Tyto Wetlands. Photos sourced: Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
Hinchinbrook Shire Council advises that an aerial survey will be conducted along the Herbert River on Friday, 19th June 2026, between 6:30am and 2:30pm.
The purpose of the survey is to identify and monitor priority weed species as outlined in the Hinchinbrook Local Government Area Biosecurity Plan (HLGABP).
The HLGABP provides a strategic framework for the management of priority weeds and pest animals across all land tenures within the Hinchinbrook region.
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