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Landholders invited to have their say on 2025–26 Declared Pest Rates

 Consultation open until 22 May 2025

Landholders across Western Australia are being encouraged to have their say on the proposed Declared Pest Rates (DPR) for the 2025–26 financial year, with public consultation now open through the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).


The Declared Pest Rate is a state government levy collected from landholders in specified areas to fund the control of declared pests—such as invasive weeds and feral animals—that threaten our agriculture, biodiversity, and local communities. These funds are placed into the Declared Pest Account and matched by the WA Government. They are then used to support the on-ground biosecurity work delivered by Recognised Biosecurity Groups (RBGs), including the Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group (PHBG).

PHBG uses DPR funding to run targeted control programs for pests like cotton bush, arum lily, rabbits, and foxes. Their efforts include education campaigns, community workshops, equipment hire, and coordinated control programs.

“Science tells us early action is the most effective way to manage pests—but it only works when the whole community tackles the problem together,” said Teele Hooper-Worrell, Executive Officer of PHBG.

“The Declared Pest Rate enables Recognised Biosecurity Groups to give landholders access to practical tools, expert support and up-to-date, best-practice advice to control invasive pests and protect their animals, crops and property. We also work closely with local governments to manage weeds and feral animals on public land.

"This consultation is a valuable opportunity for Peel-Harvey landholders to help shape the future of biosecurity in our region and safeguard both our agricultural industries and native ecosystems.”

PHBG encourages all landholders in the region to participate in the consultation, which will directly impact biosecurity resourcing for the year ahead.

To make a submission or learn more, visit https://yoursay.dpird.wa.gov.au/dpr-2025-26.

For more information about local biosecurity work, visit www.phbg.org.

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