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25.01.2022 It's the final week of the Biosecurity Blitz! Still plenty of ways to get involved.

22.01.2022 Have you registered for our Weed Identification and Advice Workshop on Sunday 20 September? First 20 to register receive a free copy of the Southern Weeds and their control booklet. Register online via Weed ID and Advice Workshop... If you can't make it along to this event our neighbouring Biosecurity Groups will be running the workshops on the following dates: Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group Thursday 3 September from 12pm at Serpentine Jarrahdale CRC PHBG Weed ID and advice workshop Blackwood Biosecurity Inc Saturday 19 September from 9am at Bridgetown Hall

21.01.2022 We are looking forward to today’s Weed ID and advice workshop. If you haven’t registered online you can still register upon arrival. Don’t forget to bring samples of your weeds.

21.01.2022 This week Revenue WA issued the 2020-21 Declared Pest Rate Assessment Notice. The Declared Pest Rate (DPR) supports the work done by Regional Biosecurity Groups in coordinating strategic control of specific declared pests. If you would like further information about the Declared Pest Rate we recommend you contact one of the following associated organisations.... 1. FOR PAYMENT OR CHANGE OF ADDRESS CONTACT REVENUE WA (DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE) CALL 1300 374 731 EMAIL [email protected] VISIT WWW.DPIRD.WA.GOV.AU 2. FOR BIOSECURITY AND AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT SCHEME OR POLICY MATTERS OR TO DISCUSS THE FUNDING MODEL CONTACT Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD CALL 1300 374 731 EMAIL [email protected] VISIT WWW.DPIRD.WA.GOV.AU 3. FOR INFORMATION ON WHAT YOUR REGIONAL BIOSECURITY GROUP IS DOING IN YOUR AREA CONTACT THE LESCHENAULT BIOSECURITY GROUP BY VISITING LBGINC.ORG.AU *Please note our staff are part time and will respond as soon as possible https://lbginc.org.au/declared-pest-rate/

21.01.2022 The Little Corella (Cacatua sanguinea), was recently added as a Category Three Declared Pest in some Local Government Area's under the WA Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007. This species is NOT naturally occurring in the South West. They do however, look very similar to the Muir's Corella, which is a protected species endemic to the south west! Confused? LBG is here to help you! Depending on your location, you may or may not require a licence from Parks and Wil...dlife Service, Western Australia to manage pest birds. For more information, or advice on how to identify bird species, contact us! 0488 021 344 [email protected] www.lbginc.org.au More info: https://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au//living-with-wild/cockatoos.pdf

20.01.2022 It’s great to see this trial program on Arum Lily control in Boranup Forest is getting underway thanks to the support of passionate local landowners. The Leschenault Biosecurity Group 2020 Arum Lily Project will be drawing to a close soon. If you have not registered for this program and are interested please visit our website for more information https://lbginc.org.au/lbg-arum-lily-project/

18.01.2022 Together we can make a big contribution toward management of invasive pests across our regions and our country. We commend the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions for providing the FeralScan as a free resource to help map feral pests such as foxes, rabbits, pigs and more. https://invasives.com.au//feralscan-celebrates-10-years-o/ #pestmanagement #swwa #biosecuritywa

18.01.2022 Residents of the Shire of Dardanup do you have a rabbit problem? Registrations are now open for the Summer 2020-2021 K5 Rabbit Control Program. Chat to your neighbours and get involved! ... We will be running a workshop this Wednesday at the Ferguson Hall. Click the link below to register for the program/workshop. https://lbginc.org.au///26/k5-rabbit-control-program-2020/

18.01.2022 DO YOU HAVE A RABBIT PROBLEM AT YOUR PROPERTY? Come along to our workshops this week to find out about control options and the upcoming Calicivirus RHDV1-K5 Release Program. Wednesday 18 November at 5.30pm... Donnybrook Memorial Hall Thursday 19 November at 5.30pm Yabberup Hall Register online via https://lbginc.org.au///26/k5-rabbit-control-program-2020/

18.01.2022 Last week Revenue WA issued the 2020-21 Declared Pest Rate Assessment Notice. The Declared Pest Rate (DPR) supports the work done by Regional Biosecurity Groups in coordinating strategic control of specific declared pests. If you would like further information about the Declared Pest Rate we recommend you contact one of the following associated organisations.... 1. FOR PAYMENT OR CHANGE OF ADDRESS CONTACT REVENUE WA (DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE) CALL 1300 368 364 VISIT WWW.OSR.WA.GOV.AU/BAMAENQUIRY 2. FOR BIOSECURITY AND AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT SCHEME OR POLICY MATTERS OR TO DISCUSS THE FUNDING MODEL CONTACT Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD CALL 1300 374 731 EMAIL [email protected] VISIT WWW.DPIRD.WA.GOV.AU 3. FOR INFORMATION ON WHAT YOUR REGIONAL BIOSECURITY GROUP IS DOING IN YOUR AREA CONTACT THE LESCHENAULT BIOSECURITY GROUP BY VISITING LBGINC.ORG.AU *Please note our staff are part time and will respond as soon as possible https://lbginc.org.au/declared-pest-rate/

17.01.2022 ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT PEST AND WEED MANAGEMENT? Do you want to see a cooperative approach to declared pest management in your area? The LBG is seeking new board members to help address increasing concerns of vertebrate pests and weed pests in the Leschenault Biosecurity Operational Area. Applications are invited from property owners in the Shires of Capel, Donnybrook Balingup, Dardanup and the City of Bunbury. This voluntary role requires attendance at monthly meetings, ...be able to respond in a timely manner to regular email correspondence on group matters, and other duties as required. To nominate for the committee, please contact Executive Officer Ange Pusey on 0488 991 352 or [email protected] Visit us at: https://lbginc.org.au/

17.01.2022 Last night the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup and Leschenault Biosecurity Group held a Bridal Creeper Workshop at Yabberup Hall. Members of the community who attended learnt how to identify the weed and how to manage the weed using bridal creeper rust. Thank you to all who attended. If you weren’t able to attend the workshop, information and resources for bridal creeper will be available online in the coming week. ... www.lbginc.org.au

16.01.2022 Got a great eye for photography? Know much about invasive animal and plants in Australia? The Centre for Invasive Species Feral Photos & Video Competition is on from 2nd February thru 30th April. Submit your images and video footage which showcase invasive species in Australia. This might include pest animals, weed infestations, exotic insects and/or the damage these species cause. Entry is free and you can enter as many times as you'd like. To find out more, visit: https://feralphotos.invasives.com.au/feralphotos

15.01.2022 There is still time to register online for the Weed ID and Advice Workshop this Sunday. It's free to attend! Be sure to bring along your weeds to be identified by our experts. We hope to see you there!

15.01.2022 There is still time to register for the Weed ID and Advice Workshop being held at the Dardanup Hall next Sunday 20 September. This is a FREE workshop, register your attendance online via https://lbginc.org.au/2020/08/24/weed-id-advice-workshop/ And don't forget to bring along your weeds for identification!

15.01.2022 Are you passionate about pest and weed management? Do you want to see a cooperative approach to declared pest management in your area? LBG is seeking new board members passionate about address concerns of vertebrate pests and weed pests in the Leschenault Biosecurity Operational Area. Applications are invited from property owners in the Shires of Capel, Donnybrook Balingup, Dardanup and the City of Bunbury. This voluntary role requires attendance at monthly meetings, be ab...le to respond in a timely manner to regular email correspondence on group matters, and other duties as required. To RSVP or to nominate for the committee, please contact Executive Officer Ange Pusey on 0488 991 352 or [email protected]

15.01.2022 Registrations are now open for the Summer 2020-2021 K5 Rabbit Control Program. Chat to your neighbours and get the street involved! All property owners with land 1hectare and over in the Shire of Dardanup, Shire of Capel, City of Bunbury Shire of Donnybrook Balingup (northern half) are eligible to participate FULLY subsidised! Together, we can reduce the impact of wild rabbits on the environment, agriculture and your property. ... Click the link below to register! https://lbginc.org.au///26/k5-rabbit-control-program-2020/

14.01.2022 The LBG is seeking new members to join the committee. Are you passionate about pest and weed management? Do you want to see a cooperative approach to declared pest management in your area? Applications are invited from property owners in the Shires of Capel, Donnybrook Balingup, Dardanup and the City of Bunbury. This voluntary role requires attendance at monthly meetings, be able to respond in a timely manner to regular email correspondence on group matters, and other duties ...as required. Come along to our AGM on Wednesday 2 December. To RSVP or to nominate for the committee, please contact Executive Officer Ange Pusey on 0488 991 352 or [email protected] Or register online via https://lbginc.org.au//04/notice-of-annual-general-meeting/

13.01.2022 Plants create the air we breathe and provide most of the food we eat, so it’s vital we do everything we can to keep them healthy. We aim to protect and safegua...rd our agriculture industries, unique biodiversity and natural environment from damaging plant pests, weeds and diseases. Our research focuses on new and better ways to control invasive weeds, curb pests and protect plants from pathogens that could potentially travel in from interstate or overseas. We look at ways of reducing the reliance on pesticides, while better protecting the environment, enhancing natural pest enemies and learning about new beneficial organisms. Our quarantine officers at metropolitan and regional checkpoints protect us from biosecurity threats entering from freight by air, land and sea. We also actively undertake surveillance on the ground, in places such as Perth’s western suburbs, eradicating Queensland fruit fly after it was detected earlier this year. To help protect our plant industries and keep the air we breath and the food we eat healthy it is important for everyone to: Familiarise yourself with the items that pose a risk if brought into WA. https://bit.ly/2R1Eqfw Check your clothes, equipment and vehicles before entering any farm and agricultural properties when traveling to other regions. Snap and send photos of the organisms that interest you using our department apps, MyPestGuide Reporter or PestFax Reporter and help contribute to our knowledgebase of pests. https://bit.ly/2FtZGTH Plant Based Health Australia | #IYPH2020

13.01.2022 Congratulations to Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group on a successful Weed ID workshop. If you missed out, the Leschenault Biosecurity Group Inc. will be holding a Weed ID and Advice workshop on Sunday 20 September at 10am. Register online via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/leschenault-biosecurity-gro

12.01.2022 Russian wheat aphid (RWA) As of 9 September 2020, there have been 18 confirmed detections of Russian wheat aphid (RWA) in the Esperance region. Detections have been made on Illabo and Sceptre wheat, and Flinders, La Trobe and Planet barley. To date the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) has received 121 RWA reports including both presence and absence of aphids and crop damage. DPIRD appreciates the assistance of growers, agronomists and consul...tants in taking the time to look and send in reports. Surveillance is being conducted outside of the Esperance region due to reports of winged RWA and windy conditions. There is expected to be migration beyond the Esperance region, if there is a substantial green bridge and abundant brome or barley grass, into surrounding shires. https://www.agric.wa.gov.au//russian-wheat-aphid-productio

11.01.2022 Let's work together to keep our communities safe. In following the WA Health Department COVID-19 guidance, we have stopped all on-ground work until further notice. During this time, our team remains available to assist by email at [email protected] or phone at 0477 048 967. #southwestwa #staysafe

10.01.2022 Thank you to all those who attended the Weed Identification and Advice Workshop over the weekend and brought with them a vast sample range of weeds for identification. Over 40 guests attended the workshop at the Dardanup Hall who all recognised the importance of identifying and controlling weeds in our region. Special thanks to guest speakers Kathryn Batchelor from CSIRO, Greg Keighery, Botanist and Senior Proncipal Research Scientist with the WA Department of Parks and Wil...dlife and Andrew Mitchell, Botanist and ex Quarantine (NAQS) Botanist. Online resources will be made available on the website for those who weren’t able to attend. For more resources and to join our mailing list to find out when the next workshop is, visit our website Lbginc.org.au

09.01.2022 Don't mistake this tulip for a pretty wildflower! Whilst you are out and about this Spring enjoying the beautiful wildflowers, remember that some of those "flowers" are actually WEEDS! Now is the time to prepare for treating Cape Tulip!... Cape Tulip is notoriously difficult to control, predominantly due to the small window each year of which it is susceptible to herbicide. Did you know the treatment window can be as little as a few days? Miss this opportunity and your control may be ineffective. For more information visit our website https://lbginc.org.au/2020/09/17/time-to-treat-the-tulip/

07.01.2022 CITRUS GALL WASP: SPRING EMERGENCE MONITORING IS UNDERWAY Citrus gall wasp will emerge soon and will infest the new spring flush if not controlled. If you spot a gall, prune it off immediately and place it in a sealed container or plastic bag in the sun this is called solarizing. Wasps can emerge from galls pruned after June 30 so they must be treated to kill developing larvae. WA citrus growers should stay vigilant and monitor their orchards for citrus gall wasp.... More information can be found via agric.wa.gov.au/citrus-gall-wasp If you see any suspicious growths contact Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD or Leschenault Biosecurity Group www.lbginc.org.au

06.01.2022 Register for the workshop via https://lbginc.org.au/2020/08/24/weed-id-advice-workshop/

06.01.2022 DO YOU HAVE A RABBIT PROBLEM AT YOUR PROPERTY? Come along to our workshops this week! Wednesday 18 November at 5.30pm... Donnybrook Memorial Hall Thursday 19 November at 5.30pm Yabberup Memorial Hall Leschenault Biosecurity Group will be answering questions about Calicivirus RHDV1-K5 Release Program. Find out what participation in the program involves and who is eligible to participate in the subsidised program. Link up with neighbours to organise a coordinated release and increase the success of the release across the community. Register online via https://lbginc.org.au///26/k5-rabbit-control-program-2020/

05.01.2022 Wild rabbits are one of Australia's most widely distributed pest animal species and their impact can be menacing and extremely detrimental to both environment and structures. Unfortunately, all rabbits need is soil that is easy to burrow, something to graze on and safe places to hide, which is fairly easy to come by. LBG Rabbit Control RHDV1 K5 Virus Release Program is Underway! If you are a landholder within our Operational Area and would like more information about our cu...rrent LBG Rabbit Control RHDV1 K5 Virus Release Program, please visit us at: LBG Rabbit-control-program-2020-2021 https://lbginc.org.au//k5-rabbit-control-program-2020-2021/ or contact us at [email protected] or by phone at 0477 049 967

05.01.2022 Residents of the Shire of Capel do you have a rabbit problem? Registrations are now open for the Summer 2020-2021 K5 Rabbit Control Program. Chat to your neighbours and get involved! We will be running a workshop this Thursday at the Gelorup Hall. Click the link below to register for the program/workshop. https://lbginc.org.au/.../26/k5-rabbit-control-program-2020/

04.01.2022 Tell us your priorities and win! Over the past week, landowners within the operational area would have received a pack in the mail that includes a magnet and other useful information. As part of this promotion, we are encouraging landowners to tell us your priorities and in doing so you could win a $100 voucher to St Aidan's Winery in the Ferguson Valley!... Complete the survey online via https://lbginc.org.au/contact-us/tell-us-your-priorities/

03.01.2022 A big thanks to the Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group for inviting us to join them in this recent workshop on effective control methods for declared pest weed, Bridal Creeper. We encourage our communities in the LBG Operational Area to be an active voice in the management of priority pests. To find out about our operational area, please visit us at: https://lbginc.org.au/operational-area/

02.01.2022 Did you know there are several types of rabbit biological controls currently in wild populations? LBG is interested to find out if any of these virus's are currently occurring in the area. If you have any unexplained rabbit deaths on your property, or suspect that that a virus may be the cause of death, please do the following; Call LBG immediately (time is of the essence) If you can't get through to us straight away then please;... Take a photo Place the carcass in a plastic bag and refrigerate if possible (do not freeze) We can organise to test the carcass and identify the strain. We can also advise you on how to give the virus a helping hand to spread.

02.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who has registered for the workshop tomorrow! We look forward to your attendance. If you haven’t yet registered you can do so by emailing [email protected] or online via https://lbginc.org.au/2020/08/09/bridal-creeper-workshop/

02.01.2022 Have you received seeds in the mail that you didn’t purchase? Don’t plant them or throw them away, report them! The department has seen an increase in reports o...f unsolicited seeds arriving in Australia through the mail, and we’re asking all Australians to be extra biosecurity aware. These seeds could pose a biosecurity risk, so it is important that any suspicious parcels are reported to the department. Seeds that do not meet our biosecurity conditions may carry a range of invasive species or harmful plant diseases that can threaten your backyard garden, our environment and our agricultural industries. We all have a role to play to protect Australia from biosecurity risks. If you receive seeds in the mail that you didn’t purchase, report it immediately at awe.gov.au/report or by calling 1800 798 636.

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