Mosquito Control
Mosquito Control
Mosquitoes are a natural part of our environment. They can be a nuisance, and when they bite, some can spread serious disease such as Ross River virus or Barmah Forest virus infections. Both infections can be debilitating to humans and symptoms can include rash, flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, headaches, joint and muscle pains (swelling or stiffness), fatigue, depression and being generally unwell. Using simple personal and household protection measures allows us to live with mosquitoes and reduce the risk of disease.
More information can be found at the Department of Health website.
Council has in place a mosquito surveillance and control program. The program is coordinated by Council's EHO. Mosquito breeding sites are monitored for mosquito activity and treated if necessary.
European Wasps
European Wasp Nest Destruction
If you have located a European wasp nest, contact Council to arrange for the nest to be removed. Councils contractors remove nests from council land and private property.
Please refer to the European Wasp brochure for more information.