Pesticide use

Find out about the use of application of pesticides in the City and how to register on the pesticide use exclusion and notification registers.

Pesticide use and application compliance

The City prioritises justified, minimal, and low-toxicity pesticide use in the community for environmental safety. The City follows the Department of Health's Guidelines for Pesticide Use in Non-Agricultural Workplaces, using only approved pesticides.  

Compliance in the use and application of pesticides is in accordance with pesticide labels, Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority permits, and safety protocols.

Signage notifying the use of pesticides adheres to Pesticide Regulations.  

The City’s Pesticide Use Notification Plan provides information on the City’s management of pesticide applications in public places that are owned or managed by the City, including works undertaken by City staff and contractors.

Pesticide use exclusions

City residents and property owners wishing to exclude the use of chemical weed control (pesticide) on the verge immediately abutting their property can apply to be added to the City’s Pesticide Use Exclusion Register. 

Apply for pesticide use exclusion online

Important note: Before completing this application, please read the requirements for maintaining a verge in the City’s Street Verge Guidelines (see below). 

Pesticide use notifications

Residents wishing to be advised in advance of scheduled weed spraying activities occurring within 100 metres of their residence can apply to be added to the City’s Pesticide Use Notification Register. 

Register for pesticide use notifications online

Important notes:

• Registrants will receive notification at least 24 hours prior to spraying commencing. 
• Ensure you add an email address and/or mobile telephone number when completing the form above. The City cannot notify registrants via a landline or by other means.   
• It is the registrant’s responsibility to ensure their contact details are up to date and to notify the City should their details change. 
• Residents and the public may also select to be notified when scheduled spraying activities are undertaken on parks and reserves. Up to five locations may be selected. Notifications will be sent at least 24 hours prior to spraying commencing. 
• Please note, should an application be submitted from the same applicant with the same telephone and email address, then this application will supersede any previous applications received. 
• Registrations are valid until 30 June each year, at which time a new registration for another year, and each subsequent year, will be required. Please note, inclusion on the Register will not occur unless a new application is submitted to the City. Annual reminder notices are not provided.

Pesticide use location map and schedule