Community invited to shape Peel-Harvey biosecurity priorities

Media release|4 May 2026

Residents across the Peel-Harvey region are being invited to once again have their say on local biosecurity issues, with Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group (PHBG) opening its biennial community survey.

Now in its second round, the survey builds on previous community feedback and will help guide the direction of biosecurity services across the region over the next two years. Key issues in Peel-Harvey include foxes, rabbits, wild pigs and invasive weeds such as cottonbush and Cape tulip.

PHBG Communications Officer Suzie Winterton said the survey is key to tracking community awareness and ensuring services continue to meet changing needs. 

"This is the second time we've run this survey, which means we can start to see how community understanding and priorities shift over time," she said. 

"Biosecurity isn't just a farming issue - it affects everyone, from people living in our more urban spaces to large rural landholders. This survey will help us focus our efforts where our community tells us they will be most effective."

The survey is open to all residents of the Peel-Harvey region and will take around 10 minutes to complete. Entrants will go in the running to win one of two $250 Coles Group vouchers.

Community members are encouraged to share their perspectives on key issues, including what invasive pest most affects them, as well as their awareness of current programs and services.

The survey is now open and available online at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XL99ZFM. 

About Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group

Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group is a Recognised Biosecurity Group that works with the community to reduce the impact of invasive species across the Peel-Harvey region through coordinated action, education and support.

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