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Threats to the Australian Honey Bee
The honey bee is not native to Australia. It was introduced to Australia during the early years of colonisation. British and European settlers introduced various plants, trees, animals and birds during this time. In 1822, the...
Top Family Holiday Destinations
The holiday season is rapidly approaching! Have you booked your accommodation yet? If not, here are some of our favourite seaside locations that are a short drive from Brisbane, affordable and suitable for the whole...
Most Invasive Alien Pests
Invasive species are a serious threat to the native biodiversity of Australia and are an ongoing cost to Australian agriculture. Numerous species arrived with European colonisation of Australia and steadily since then....
Rodents
The species of rodents includes mice, rats, squirrels, prairie dogs, porcupines, beavers, guinea pigs, and hamsters. They are mammals that are characterized by a single pair of continuously growing incisors in each of the upper...
Camping in NSW – Belmont Pines
Belmont Pines Lakeside Holiday Park is situated along the beautiful Lake Macquarie in New South Wales. It is one of four resorts within the Lake Macquarie Holiday Park. The resort is in close proximity to Sydney, Newcastle...
Fleas
Fleas are external parasites that live off the blood of humans, mammals and birds. Their tiny size allows them to attach to their host without being noticed, until itchy red bites appear. The bites are distinguishable from...
Spiders
Australia is home to some of the most venomous spiders in the world. There is an estimated 10,000 species inhabiting a variety of ecosystems. Although being bitten by a spider is less likely than being stung by a bee, it is still...
Holiday Destination – Somerset Dam
Somerset Dam is a scenic holiday destination located 115km North-West of Brisbane. It is the ideal location for an outdoor adventure holiday. Whether you enjoy water sports, fishing or trail walking, this beautiful scenery will...
Cockroaches
Cockroaches are resilient and relentless. They breed rapidly and have been linked to the increased risk of contracting Salmonella, Dysentery & Gastro-enteritis. Furthermore, research has also proven that children are more...
Foamers
Termiticide Foamers Austates have four various termiticide foamers in their range. Let’s take a look at each one in more detail: 3 L Gloria (Germany) and 5 L Alta (Italy) Fitted with a metering device to control the amount of...
Termites
Termites are often mistakenly termed ‘white ants’, however, there are distinct differences between termites and ants. Primarily, termites are nocturnal creatures that are generally not seen on the surface. They live in...
Camping – Essentials to Keep the Pests Away
Camping is by far one of the most relaxing and enjoyable holidays. Make sure you pack the essentials to ensure that your trip is not pestered by pests. Mosquitoes and Flies Citronella Citronella is a natural aromatherapy oil that...