Many dream of a beautiful home with a backyard and a deck. But what many don’t talk about is the consistent care that you have to put into it. Your home is a sanctuary, yes, but it is also food for termites.

Often incorrectly called white ants, these industrious insects are responsible for more damage to Australian homes than fires, floods, and storms combined. In fact, statistics suggest that one in four Australian homes will be affected by termites at some stage.

Because most home insurance policies do not cover termite damage, prevention is a financial necessity. Here are a few things you can do to protect your sanctuary from these damaging pests!

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For many of us in Australia, Christmas isn’t complete without a backyard BBQ, a game of cricket, or a long lunch on the deck. But as the temperature climbs and the summer rains settle in, we aren’t the only ones looking to join the festivities. Mozzies are at their peak during the festive season!

Beyond the annoying bites and itches, mosquitoes in Australia can carry serious risks like Ross River Virus and Barmah Forest Virus. To keep your Christmas lunch from becoming a "bite-fest," here are some quick and easy tips to reclaim your outdoor space.

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Industrial settings, such as factories and warehouses, are paradise settings for rats. These spaces are abundant in food and water sources, shelter, and warmth. If you happen to manage one of these in Australia, you know that there are seasons when you’re constantly battling with these pests.

The region is typically plagued by the Brown Rat (Rattus norvegicus) and the Black Rat (Rattus rattus). These pests can cause significant damage, spread diseases, and contaminate your products. Managing them is always a challenge. Here are a few things you can do.

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There's nothing quite like a classic Aussie barbecue! The sizzle of snags, the aroma of onions, and the good times with your mates. But, let's be honest, nothing can ruin a perfect arvo faster than a swarm of flies! They buzz around your food, land on your guests, and generally make a nuisance of themselves. Of course, let’s not forget the possible disease that they bring!

Here are tips to successfully keep them away from your get-together!

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As early as February this year, entomologist Andy Austin warned about locusts ”taking over” some parts of the country. He pinpointed New South Wales’ central west, especially Coonamble, Goorianawa, Ivanhoe, Quambone, Tottenham, and Warren.

It’s a relief that, as of this month, there is a low infestation forecast for NSW. However, millions of locusts descended on western Queensland in May this year. This event destroyed pastureland, a massive foundation of livestock farming. The situation there may be intensifying. The Australian Plague Locust Commission (APLC) is continuing to monitor locust populations all over the country.

If you’re a landowner or live in vulnerable areas, it’s best to know what’s going on and what to expect.

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