Pests

How we can help 

Rats

Currently, there is no Council rat baiting service.

How to prevent and control rats and mice

On Council land - call 8397 7444 to request removal.

On private land - call a private bee keeper. Costs may apply. 

On Council land - call 8397 7444 to request removal.

On private or commercial land - call 1800 150 080 to request removal.

Please locate the nest before you call.

Feral pigeons

Management and control of feral pigeons

If someone is feeding feral pigeons, you can request Council to contact them regarding the matter - call 8397 7444

Mosquitoes

Report a mosquito breeding site by calling us on 8397 7444

How to protect yourself from mosquitoes(PDF, 576KB)

Possums

Cage hire - not currently available.

Call 8397 7444 to hire a trap for possums in your roof. Trap free for up to 14 days with $35 deposit.

Hirers must have a permit to trap and release possums. Apply for a permit

Snakes

On Council land - call 8397 7444 to request removal.

On private land - call a private snake catcher. Costs may apply.

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