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Fire ant eradication program under scrutiny as woman left fighting infestation alone

2025-10-24 132 Dailymotion

A Queensland woman says she has been left battling a severe fire ant infestation alone, spending hundreds on pesticides. Councils and residents face communication gaps, with limited support under the suppression program. The state government has pledged $24 million and is calling for federal funding to strengthen eradication efforts, as experts warn of wider risks.