Pests

Under clause 21 of the Public Health (General) Regulation 2002, occupiers of premises are required to take reasonable measures to keep the premises free of fleas, other disease-carrying insects, rats and mice.

Where a property is providing a harbourage for disease-carrying pests, Council Environmental Health Officers can order the owner or occupier to take action to place the premises in a healthy condition.

If you suspect that a neighbouring property is harbouring pests you should contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 9952 8222.

Bee Swarms

Swarming bees are not usually inclined to sting, provided they are left alone.

Birds

Most birds are beneficial, but some species can cause problems.

Cockroaches

Cockroaches have the potential to transfer disease organisms on their bodies.

European Wasps

European wasps are more aggressive than bees and will attack when their nests are disturbed.

Feral Rabbits

Council carries out rabbit control in bushland reserves and parks.

Fleas

Fleas feed on the blood of humans and other animals and can transmit diseases such as typhus to humans.

Flies

Flies can cause annoyance and transmit diseases such as shigella, salmonella and dysentery to humans.

Foxes

Foxes cause environmental damage by preying on native animals.

Mosquitos

Information about mosquitos and how to protect yourself.

Rats and Mice

Rodents can contaminate food, surfaces and utensils with their droppings and urine, and transmit disease.

Spiders

Although there are many different species of spiders in Australia, most are not regarded as dangerous to humans.

Termites

Termites or ‘white ants’ feed on wood and can cause extensive damage to buildings and other structures.

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