The Biodiversity Toolbox

Benchmark Two - Establish Baseline Position

Proportion of Local Government area assessed for existing state of biodiversity and natural resources.

Aim: using information and data from the Toolbox, councils can establish their baseline position and focus efforts on pertinent actions.

Actions to Assist in Benchmark Attainment

• Using information and data available both locally and in the Tools and Resources page to identify or map:
  • Distribution of local endemic species;
  • Location of remnant vegetation;
  • Local endangered and threatened species and ecological communities;
  • Location and health of known habitat; and
  • Relevant threatening processes.
• Compiling collected data in specifically designed databases.
• Develop digitised maps (utilising GIS technology) to allow visual reflection of improvements in biodiversity and natural resources over time.