Biosecurity Alert  – Myrtle Rust

Biosecurity Alert – Myrtle Rust

HIGH ALERT:  June 2022, Myrtle Rust detected for first time in WA, in the Kimberley Travellers going to and from the north, please help prevent the spread! WA bush walkers and travellers to northern WA are encouraged to look and report signs of myrtle rust. Myrtle...
National Biosecurity Strategy Released

National Biosecurity Strategy Released

Australia’s first ever National Biosecurity Strategy, released in early August, outlines the key actions to provide for a stronger biosecurity system.  The strategy was developed in consultation with all States and Territories, and overseen by the National Biosecurity...
Fox Control Workshop – 31 August 2022

Fox Control Workshop – 31 August 2022

Where: Jack & Mary Kitchen Community Centre, 55 Thomas Street, Boyanup When:  Wednesday, 31 August 2022 No Cost to Attend – Workshop REGISTRATION  Effective fox control is best achieved by using a combination of control measures (not just one) and by working...
Positive Start to DPIRD’s Electric Weed Control Trials

Positive Start to DPIRD’s Electric Weed Control Trials

Media Release DPIRD 2 August 2022 The first Australian trials of a device that uses electricity to kill weeds have commenced, as part of a research project to assist primary industries and community land managers to develop sustainable, non-chemical control solutions....
EMERGING THREATS – CLEAVERS & POKEWEED

EMERGING THREATS – CLEAVERS & POKEWEED

PLEASE LOOKOUT  for CLEAVERS & POKEWEED – Let’s Stop Their Spread in Our Area! These weeds are emerging threats to our area, with potential for significant damage to the Southwest. Community members are urged to please be on the lookout for, and report...