Many commercial property managers, landlords, strata members and business operators across the Top End are unaware of the full extent of pest-related risks - or their obligations under current regulations. This practical session, led by Andrew Critchley and the team at Instinct Pest Management, will uncover the hidden threats posed by termites, rodents, possums and other pests, and give you the tools to manage them proactively and confidently.

Whether you're managing a large commercial complex or multiple smaller sites or anything in between, staying ahead of pest issues is critical for both compliance and cost control. This session will deliver clear, actionable insights tailored to the local challenges of managing properties in Darwin’s tropical environment.

The session will cover:

• Detecting pest activity early - before it becomes an expensive problem
• Understanding your responsibilities under Australian Standards AS 3660.2 (Termite Management in Existing Buildings)
• Developing compliant, cost-effective pest maintenance strategies
• Managing a range of pest threats, from termites and rodents to possums and invasive species
• Strengthening property resilience through smarter, preventive pest control

This session embodies the NT Government’s October Business Month theme of Resilience and leveraging our strengths by sharing local knowledge and practical experience to help you safeguard your properties and the teams who manage them.

No jargon. No pressure. Just practical guidance to reduce risk and reinforce asset value.

Light catering will be provided.