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CONTROL AREAFollowing the detection of red imported fire ants at Port Botany, Sydney, the Department of Primary Industries has identified a control area to assist with ongoing surveillance and eradication efforts.

The control area has been extended across a two kilometre radius from the initial detection site and includes port facilities, beaches, playgrounds, golf courses, cemeteries and more than 2000 residential homes.

The control area gives greater powers to trained inspectors for a targeted surveillance program to be undertaken to ensure all possible fire ant habitats are checked.

If you live within the control area you are asked to inspect your properties for any signs of red imported fire ant, and report any suspicious sightings to the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881. You must also be aware of movement restrictions that are now in place (overleaf ).

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RIFA control area

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CONTROL ORDERThe Department of Primary Industries has introduced a control order, to limit any potential spread of red imported fire ants.

The control order applies to the control area, approximately a two kilometre radius from the detection site.

This order limits the movement of high-risk materials out of the area that could potentially host and spread red imported fire ants.

Restricted items include;

» Bark » Containerised plants » Grass » Hay » Manure » Organic plant mulch » Soil, potting mix, pebbles and gravel » Straw » Turf » Wood chip

If you have any questions about the control area or order please contact the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881.

www.dpi.nsw.gov.au biosecurity@dpi.nsw.gov.au

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