The destructive polyphagous shot-hole borer has reached Perth’s far northern suburbs, with the City of Wanneroo now reporting its first case.

News of the detection comes just over a week after the State Government announced it would transition from eradicating to managing the pest, which was first detected in Perth in 2021.

The City of Wanneroo said it was working with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development to implement a Tree Management Plan for the affected tree - which is in the suburb of Wanneroo - and will keep a close watch on the area in the coming weeks.

Wanneroo mayor Linda Aitken said the city was committed to taking swift action to prevent the pest’s spread.

“The PSHB could significantly impact the City of Wanneroo’s urban canopy if it were to become e

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