Our work is and always will be about stopping the invasion and spread of hostile weeds, pest animals and diseases that threaten our natural environment. It’s our core business.
The Invasive Species Council has a proud history of standing up to protect Australia’s incredible natural world from the multiple threats of dangerous pest animals, weeds and diseases.
The Invasive Species Council was founded by far sighted individuals sick of seeing wave after wave of weeds, feral animals and other pests destroying the natural places they loved.
Global efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus are disrupting everybody’s lives but, despite the challenges, we are determined to continue with our important work.
Position: Conservation Officer/Director Reports to: CEO Basis: Full time Location: Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne area. Other locations within easy travel of these locations will be considered. Duration: One-year contract, extension possible Salary range: $70,000 – 90,000 plus super, depending on skills and experience Job description The Conservation Officer/Director will develop and
As an ambassador for the Invasive Species Council Christine will help raise the profile of the ecological disasters being driven by invasive species, work for increased funding and national action as well as a more integrated Asia Pacific regional and global response from Australia.
Create a lasting environmental legacy by leaving a Gift in your Will to help us grow and keep Australia safe from the damage invasive species inflict on our incredible natural world.
Submitted: August 2017
The work of the Invasive Species Council has been widely recognised by governments and the community and strongly opposes any requirement for DGR registered groups to undertake expenditure on environmental remediation. This proposed measure is extremely inefficient, illogical and disruptive and would have an extremely detrimental impact on our work.
The Invasive Species Council campaigns for better laws and protections for our native plants and animals from weeds, pests and feral invaders.
We work on invasive species issues across Australia. If you have a passion for protecting our native plants and animals get in touch.
We focus on stopping new invasive species from entering Australia and preventing the spread of those already established.
The Invasive Species Council publishes its annual reports online every year.
The Invasive Species Council campaigns for stronger laws, policies and programs to keep Australia’s native plants and animals safe from weeds, feral animals and other invasive species.
Our scientific advisory committee provides scientific and expert advice on a wide range of invasive species issues.
Our Work Invasive species include pest animals like feral cats and foxes, introduced marine pests, weeds, diseases, fungi and parasites, as well as insects from overseas like the European wasp. Our Work | Photo: Frankzed, Flickr CC BY 2.0 What are invasive species? Along with climate change and habitat loss,
