Wasp Control Underway at Hatchery Springs

Wasp control measures are now in place at Bullock Creek Hatchery Springs, with 12 Vespex bait stations installed across the site last week.

The stations have been positioned throughout the area to target wasp activity, and encouragingly, wasps were attracted to the bait within minutes of deployment - a strong sign the treatment is working quickly.

Controlling wasps is an important part of protecting our native species and improving safety for volunteers and visitors. Wasps compete with native birds and insects for food and can significantly disrupt fragile ecosystems if left unmanaged.

We’ll continue monitoring the stations over the coming weeks and assess the impact on local wasp populations.