17 September, 2021
The department has asked residents to check trees and report any signs of borer damage and wilting. The department is also undertaking surveillance in the East Fremantle and Fremantle areas to determine the spread of the borer.
It is also important that local residents do not remove wood or green waste material from their properties unless it is through an approved council collection to help contain any potential spread of PSHB.
Any unusual plant pest, disease or weed should be reported.
Reporting hotlines operate in both Australia and New Zealand (numbers shown below).
Australian Exotic Plant Pest Hotline
New Zealand Pest and Disease Hotline
Pests can also be reported using apps, such as MyPestGuide® for Australia, that allow you to submit a photo of the pest or symptoms.
Every report is taken seriously and handled confidentially. Management of calls varies in different areas, but to the same end.
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