New Action Plan Takes Fight To Invasive Species

The Tasmanian Government has released the Tasmanian Invasive Species Action Plan 2026-29.

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It provides a strategic, statewide approach to preventing, detecting and managing invasive species over the next four years.

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Through our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, we’re working to mitigate the impact of pests for our primary producers and environment.

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Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Gavin Pearce said the new Action Plan sets out clear frameworks and principles to guide action across government, industry, landholders, and the broader community.

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“Once established, invasive species are costly, difficult to manage and often impossible to eradicate,” Minister Pearce said.

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“We continue to build on previous strategies and plans to ensure modern roles and responsibilities are aligned, targeted, and effective.

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“Effective invasive species management is a shared responsibility.

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“It requires strong leadership from Government, active collaboration with key partner organisations, and the commitment of landowners and community groups across Tasmania to build a coordinated and proactive biosecurity system that reduces risk, improves resilience and protects the values we all care about.

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“In developing this Plan, consultation was undertaken with key stakeholders, including subject matter experts and partner organisations. These insights have shaped a forward-focussed strategy aimed at strengthening Tasmania’s capacity to effectively manage invasive species”.

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“The Action Plan prioritises prevention, early detection and eradication, ensuring investment is directed where it delivers the greatest impact and best value for money.”

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By strengthening statewide coordination and focusing resources on prevention and eradication, the Tasmanian Invasive Species Action Plan 2026-29 positions Tasmania to better manage existing threats and reduce the risk of future incursions.

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The action plan can be found here.