National Fire Ant Eradication Program

Fire ant treatment underway

Eradicating fire ants is a national priority. We need your help to stop them in their tracks.

Keep your family, friends, and pets safe by treating your yard for fire ants. Learn how to take action.

Produce, store, and move materials legally to ensure fire ant compliance. See what businesses must do.

Protect sports grounds, schools, and parks from fire ants. Help keep public spaces infestation-free.

News

18 July 2025
Fire ants hit prime time with Gardening Australia

Australia’s largest biosecurity effort hit the national spotlight when Gardening Australia featured a segment on the fight against fire ants.
18 June 2025
Fire ant biosecurity zone changes June 2025

Fire ant biosecurity zones now cover more areas, requiring residents and businesses to follow movement controls to prevent their spread.
11 June 2025
Our staff are people

Just like you, our staff are everyday people too. Mums, dads, friends and neighbours, working on the eradication program.

Ever wondered what a fire ant looks like? Come along to one of our events to see live fire ants on display.

Find out about our events

Help us treat your property by checking our fire ant activities map. See what’s happening nearby.

Prepare for a compliance audit on fire ant carriers. Learn what to expect during an inspection.

Join us at a scheduled community event. Learn more about fire ants and how to stop their spread.