Hunter holiday-goers are being reminded to take precautions when it comes to dangerous creepy-crawlies this summer.
Experts are urging people to be on the lookout for snakes when turning over rocks, or probing leaf litter and soil with bare hands, especially when gardening or setting up camping sites.
Residents are reminded to brush-up on basic First Aid techniques, and to learn how to respond to bites quickly and effectively.
