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Weeds and pest animals

There is a large number of pest plant and animal species that are having an impact on Indigo Shire’s unique natural environment and our economy. Well known examples include Blackberry, Patterson’s Curse, foxes and rabbits. Lesser known examples are Serrated Tussock and Chilean Needle Grass.

Under Victorian legislation, a species of plant or animal can be declared as a noxious weed or pest animal in Victoria if it has (or might have) the potential to become a serious threat to:

primary production
Crown land
the environment
community health

If you would like to report a weed or pest animal infestation on a council roadside or reserve please call (03) 5728 8000.

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Weeds and pest animals

Weeds

Rabbits

European Wasps and Mosquitos