During vegetation surveys the GPS Pathfinder Pro XRS is used to capture the location data of each group of weeds as well as any attribute information. Attributes are descriptive details such as weed maturity, size, and whether it is in seed. The location data and attributes are loaded into digital cadastral maps to help the Brisbane City Council plan which weed control method is the most suitable for the area. There are various methods of weed eradication such as slashing, spraying, digging out, or burning. The method used depends on the surrounding area, the season, or life cycle of the plant. Once the form of eradication has been determined, the GPS Pathfinder Pro XRS system enables the field staff to easily navigate back to each weed cluster that needs to be destroyed. The system's navigation function enables this task to be performed quickly, minimizing the time spent locating the weeds.

Currently, eight staff in the Vegetation Treatment Services department are trained to use the GPS Pathfinder Pro XRS, and the Brisbane City Council has plans to run training programs for up to 30 people. In addition, they are looking to expand the use of GPS. Plans include the maintenance of various landscape assets, mapping out pathways or firebreaks in bushland areas, and accurately measuring areas to determine the amount of mulch required.