Guide for assessors
This report provides the assessment methodology for the detailed assessment component of the National Established Weed Priorities (NEWP) Process.
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Overview
The National Established Weed Priorities (NEWP) is a collaborative initiative aiming to reduce the economic, environmental, social and cultural impacts of weeds through strategic nationally coordinated action. A key component of the initiative includes the identification of new nationally significant weeds.
ABARES developed the methodology to support the detailed assessment component of the NEWP process, which is outlined in this guide for assessors. Development of the methodology included advice from Australian Government, state and territory government representatives, First Nations peoples and non-government organisations.
The methodology comprises three main components, aligning with the three criteria of the National Framework for the Management of Established Pests and Diseases of National Significance: 1) Nationally significant impacts 2) Feasibility of Management 3) Benefits of national coordination. For a species to be considered a Nationally significant weed, it must meet all three criteria.
Further information on the NEWP, including assessment outcomes is found at Weeds Australia.