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

05 March 2025
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Monitoring weather and fire ant activity

We are closely monitoring Tropical Cyclone Alfred and the severe weather conditions expected this week. While safety remains our top priority, we are also keeping a close watch on fire ant activity
28 February 2025
Clean Up Australia Day: Protect the environment from litter and fire ants

Stay alert while removing litter and report any fire ant nest sightings.
27 February 2025
Permit updates strengthen fire ant eradication

Updates to the permit for Distance Ant Bait—a vital tool in fire ant eradication—have come into effect.

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.