The invasive pest polyphagous shot-hole borer has been detected in the Perth metropolitan area, and a quarantine area has been implemented to help protect WA's forests, food and agriculture industries. All green waste should be securely contained for transport in a covered trailer, truck or skip bin. For more information, visit the Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer webpage.
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Declared pests under the Biosecurity & Agriculture Management Act 2007
Non-native plants that impact our native plants
Invasive pest animals and insects such as polyphagous shot-hole-borer
Pathogens and plant diseases such as Dieback
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