Latest news
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03 September 2026
New research reveals how fire ants hitchhike across Australia
Discover how new research is helping us better understand the pathways fire ants use to spread and how this knowledge supports eradication efforts.
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19 August 2026
Fire ant biosecurity zone update for June
See if your local government area is affected by the June changes to the fire ant biosecurity zones.
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14 August 2026
National stakeholders unite to combat fire ants
Discover how the new National Stakeholder Reference Group strengthens collaboration and coordinates efforts to eradicate fire ants.
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11 August 2026
Heavy vehicles targeted in collaborative biosecurity blitz
Our compliance team are cracking down on fire ant movement, teaming up with key agencies to inspect heavy vehicles.
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07 August 2026
Visit our display at Ekka!
Visit us at Ekka to learn how you can help stop the spread of fire ants.
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17 July 2026
From nursery to customer: keeping potted plants fire ant-free
Learn how Plantmark Wholesale Nurseries remain compliant with their biosecurity obligations.
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25 June 2026
Landcare group warns of growing threat from invasive species
Cedar Grove Landcare Inc. warns the invasive pest could cause significant, long-lasting damage to Australia’s native wildlife and ecosystems if it becomes established.
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15 June 2026
Become a fire ant detective these school holidays
Visit Gold Coast Libraries for hands-on fire ant detective workshops the whole family can enjoy.
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15 June 2026
Help keep your community safe from fire ants this winter
Check your property and local area for fire ants this winter and report what you find.
Archive
Each month, we'll share the latest on fire ant eradication work. Catch up with previous issues here.