Invasive plants and animals
Invasive plants and animals pose a significant threat to our natural areas and native animals, agriculture and production, human health and our way of life.
Most of Queensland’s invasive plants and animals were introduced to Australia from other countries and have now spread out of control. Some native species can also become invasive when they move into areas outside of their normal range.
Controlling invasive species is challenging and requires a combined effort from all stakeholders. Council is leading a coordinated effort between community and industry to manage invasive species in our region.
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- Invasive animals
Learn about our region’s invasive animals, council’s programs and how you can protect your place.
- Invasive plants
Learn about our region's invasive plants, council's programs and how you can protect your place.
- Our biosecurity plan, protecting against invasive species
Learn about council’s biosecurity plan to protect our region’s social, economic and environmental values.
- Understanding the biosecurity act
Learn about Queensland's legislative framework to protect the state against biosecurity threats.
- Mosquitoes and biting midges
Learn how to protect yourself, your family, pets and home from mosquitoes and biting midges.
Fire antsFire ants were recently found on the Sunshine Coast. They were found at Nirimba (Bells Creek) on 27 May 2024 and Currimundi on 12 July 2024. The National Fire Ant Eradication Program are managing the response.