Leschenault Biosecurity Group Inc.

21/10/2026

Do you live near the Broadwater Wetland Reserve? Do you want to learn more about the use of Calicivirus RHDV1 K5 as a biocontrol for use in an integrated controls approach for rabbit management?

Join us 11 November at the Esplanade in Busselton as we join with GeoCatch to discuss rabbit management, participation in a rabbit control initiative for private properties in this area and to learn more about the Protecting Broadwater Wetlands from Feral Animals State NRM grant-funded project.

🐰 Rabbits causing damage on your property?

Join GeoCatch and the Leschenault Biosecurity Group Inc. for a free information workshop and learn how you can be involved in our upcoming Rabbit Control Program.

Hear from rabbit control experts about the Calicivirus RHDV1-K5 Release, how it works, and how taking part in a coordinated community effort can help reduce rabbit numbers and minimise impacts on properties across the region.

📍 The Esplanade Hotel, Busselton
📅 11 November 2026
⏰ 5:30pm - 7pm
Light supper provided on arrival.

Whether you're currently dealing with rabbits or simply want to understand your options, this workshop will give you the information you need to get involved.

✅ Registration essential: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JCGS3QG

Note: The Rabbit Control Program is part of the Protecting Broadwater Wetlands from Feral Animals project and participant numbers are limited. As the program aims to reduce feral animal impacts on the ecologically significant Broadwater wetlands, priority will be given to properties in closer proximity to these areas to help maximise environmental outcomes.

This project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government's State NRM Program. 🌱🐰

20/10/2026

Whether you have a few plants or a much larger infestation, come along for practical advice and support tailored to your property.

This season's Arum Lily control window is closing soon. Take advantage of support available now.

DROP BY for:
• Expert, property-specific Arum Lily control advice
• Practical Arum Lily control demonstrations
• Herbicide for eligible landholders
• Access to herbicide spray equipment loans
• Subsidies towards contracted control works for larger infestations, while funding lasts

When: 10am - Noon, Saturday 24th October
Where: Lovelle Park, Stratham at the Dog Exercise Area
(corner of Fisherman Rd & Chislehurst Ave)

No need to stay for the whole session.

Drop in - ask questions - find out what support is available to help you get on top of Arum Lily on your property.

Can't make it? Contact LBG on 0477 049 967 or [email protected]

Leschenault Biosecurity Group's Operational Area includes the Shires of Capel, Dardanup and Donnybrook-Balingup (northern localities) and the City of Bunbury.
Friends of Lovelle Park (Stratham)

19/10/2026

Join us for our Annual General Meeting FY 2025-2026

Community members within the Leschenault Biosecurity Group's Operational Area* are invited to come along to for an overview of our operations over the 2025-2026 Financial Year, discussions about ongoing programs and future plans, and to meet our dedicated board members and operational team.

What: LBG Annual General Meeting
When: 5:30pm, Wednesday, 28 Oct 2026
Where: The Dardanup Tavern, 9 Charlotte St, Dardanup
RSVP by 23rd October by using the link from our bio ring us on 0477 049 967

Nibbles will be provided; registration is requested for catering purposes.

*The LBG Operational Area consists of the shires of Capel, Dardanup northern parts of Donnybrook – Balingup including Argyle, Paynedale, Beelerup, Queenwood, Lowden, Yabberup, Glen Mervyn, Mumballup, Noggerup, Thomson Brook, Charley Creek, Donnybrook, Brookhampton, Brazier, Newlands, Upper Capel and Kirup; and the City of Bunbury.

19/10/2026

Join us for our Annual General Meeting FY 2025-2026

Community members within the Leschenault Biosecurity Group's Operational Area* are invited to come along to for an overview of our operations over the 2025-2026 Financial Year, discussions about ongoing programs and future plans, and to meet our dedicated board members and operational team.

What: LBG Annual General Meeting
When: 5:30pm, Wednesday, 28 Oct 2026
Where: The Dardanup Tavern, 9 Charlotte St, Dardanup
RSVP by 23rd October by using the link below or ring us on 0477 049 967
https://events.humanitix.com/lbg-annual-general-meeting-fy-2025-2026

Nibbles will be provided; registration is requested for catering purposes.

*The LBG Operational Area consists of the shires of Capel, Dardanup northern parts of Donnybrook – Balingup including Argyle, Paynedale, Beelerup, Queenwood, Lowden, Yabberup, Glen Mervyn, Mumballup, Noggerup, Thomson Brook, Charley Creek, Donnybrook, Brookhampton, Brazier, Newlands, Upper Capel and Kirup; and the City of Bunbury.

15/10/2026

We are happy to support GeoCatch in the delivery of this Calicivirus RHDV1 K5 Release program, providing for reduction in rabbit populations through use of this biocontrol, as part of the GeoCatch led Protecting Broadwaters Wetlands from Feral Aninamls State NRM grant-funded project. Note: Participant numbers for the rabbit control component of this program are limited; as the broader program aims to reduce feral animal impacts on the ecologically significant Broadwater wetlands, priority will be given to properties in closer proximity to these areas to help maximise environmental outcomes.

🐰 Want to tackle rabbits on your property? Join us at our upcoming free information workshop!

GeoCatch and the Leschenault Biosecurity Group Inc. are inviting landholders within the Geographe catchment to learn more about our Rabbit Control Program and how the Calicivirus RHDV1-K5 Release can help reduce rabbit numbers and their impacts on your property.

Hear from rabbit control experts, learn how the program works, and find out everything you need to know to participate.

📍 The Esplanade Hotel, Busselton
📅 11 November 2026
⏰ 5:30pm - 7pm
Light supper provided on arrival.

Whether you're already dealing with rabbits or want to be prepared, this workshop is a great opportunity to ask questions and connect with other local landholders.

We highly recommend you attend this workshop if you intend on taking part in the program.

Registration essential! Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JCGS3QG

This project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government's State NRM Program. 🌱🐰

13/10/2026

13/10/2026

Help protect WA’s trees, food and agriculture from polyphagous shot-hole borer 🪲

The borer doesn’t move far on its own but can spread through human movement 🛻

Don’t move untreated wood, green waste and plants outside of the Perth metro area 🪵

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

Saturday, 10 October is World Migratory Bird Day!🌏

Right now, migratory shorebirds are making their way back to WA after travelling thousands of kilometres from their breeding grounds in the Northern Hemisphere.

Birds like the curlew sandpiper (featured below) have recently returned to WA's wetlands, mudflats and coastlines to feed and refuel after migrating south from their Arctic breeding grounds in Siberia.

So far, the 10 positive cases of H5 bird flu in WA have all been found in migratory seabirds from the Southern Ocean area.

While bird flu rarely infects people and the current risk to Australians is considered low, pet owners can take simple steps to help protect their animals, including cats, dogs and backyard poultry.

Do you know what to do when it comes to bird flu?

09/10/2026

Heading to the Dardanup Bull & Barrel Festival this Saturday, 10 October?

We hope you'll stop by the Leschenault Biosecurity Group stall and say hello! We'd love to hear about your pest declared pest management concerns, challenges and successes, share some practical advice and resources, or simply have a chat about what we've been up to and how we can support local landholders.

See you at the festival!