Dieback Working Group
Latest News 16 June 2011
Protecting Parks from Phytophthora Dieback
DEC staff are working together to achieve a first for dieback and natural ecosystems management, in some of our most diverse and pristine National Parks. ...

3 June 2011
Registration for DIG 2011 is now open
The registration for DIG 2011 "Have your say" is now open...

8 May 2009
Autumn Newsletter 2009
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Dieback: The Biological Bulldozer
1) What Is It?
The impact of Phytophthora Dieback is arguably the greatest threat to the biodiversity of the south-west region in Western Australia. Within infested areas Phytophthora dieback acts like a Biological Bulldozer by killing dominant tree and understorey plant species. Thereby, the introduction of the disease results in a dramatically altered plant community.
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2) How Can We Manage It?
Once Phytophthora Dieback is introduced into a site it is near impossible to eradicate it. Therefore, management of the disease must aim to prevent further spread & reduce its impact.
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3) What Can I Do To Help?
There is plenty we can all do to help in the fight against this devastating plant disease. You can minimise the spread of the disease by buying Dieback-free materials such as soil, gravel, potting mix, mulch and nursery plants.
Find out how you can help...