Pest and weed manager

You work in pest and weed control and eradication, on public or private land. This may include management of risks on land and in waterways.

Good biosecurity is about awareness and action. Know the risks posed by pests and weeds, and by your activities. Use good evidence to plan your work. Keep everything clean. Report anything unusual.

You can help protect native species, the environment, our communities and agricultural industries.

Be aware

Know the risks. These are all a threat to our industries, environment and way of life.

An overview

What to look for. Signs and symptoms of pests or diseases.

Pests, diseases and weeds

These all pose a risk to Australia. They can arrive and spread in cargo, mail, vessels and with people. Your actions can help reduce these risks.

Weeds

How to identify weeds. Use this handy tool.

In your area

Australian Capital Territory

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate

New South Wales

Local Land Services

Northern Territory

Northern Territory Government

Queensland

Business Queensland

South Australia

Primary Industries and Regions, SA

Tasmania

Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment

Victoria

Agriculture Victoria

Western Australia

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Take action

Steps you can take. Your role in Australia’s biosecurity.

Farm land

Do you work in farm land conservation? Use this advice to help you manage risks.

Feral scan

Help map feral animal sightings in your area.

Pest animals

Manage pest animals on your land. Use this data to help you set up your own procedures.

Plan your approach

Use the best data to manage pests and weeds. This list of key research can help you.

Threat of dieback

Learn more about this high risk disease. Know how to identify it. Understand what you can do to stop the spread.

Work together

Connect with others who manage invasive species. Keep up with the latest training. Share ideas. You will need to register to join.

Report a concern

See something unusual? Report it. Even if you’re not sure.

Resources

Learn more about how you can manage pests and weeds. These useful resources can help.

Invasive animal research

You can apply behavioural theory to the way you manage pest animals. Use this to design your own approach.

Keep it clean

Don't spread risk material. Keep vehicles and heavy machinery clean. Check advice in this field hygiene manual.

Videos

Handy video tutorials. Use these to help you manage, trap and track pest animals.