Mouse plague taskforce to help WA country schools battling infestation
Western Australia is facing a significant mouse plague that is impacting country schools. School principals are implementing COVID-style cleaning measures while struggling with limited resources and support. A new taskforce has been established to assist schools, but concerns remain about the isolation and workload of school leaders.
- ▪Mice infestations are forcing schools to adopt intensive cleaning measures reminiscent of COVID protocols.
- ▪The Department of Education has created a taskforce to address the mouse plague challenges in schools.
- ▪Principals are expressing concerns about their isolation and the increased workload due to the infestation.
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Mouse plague taskforce to help WA country schools battling infestationBy Joanna PrendergastABC Midwest & WheatbeltTopic:Pest ControlFri 29 May 2026 at 4:25pmFri 29 May 2026 at 4:25pmFri 29 May 2026 at 4:25pmMice and droppings have been found in a primary school dress up box. (Supplied)In short: Mice infestations in WA country schools are forcing COVID-style cleaning measures, adding to principals' workloads.Leaders say staff are stretched and isolated, with shortages of cleaners and limited on-the-ground support.What's next? The Department of Education's new taskforce is expected to help with the mouse response, but principals are calling for practical help and more resources in regional communities.abc.net.au/news/country-schools-struggling-wa-mouse-plague/106738290Link copiedShareShare…
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