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Business Builders

06/10/2026 – Pest2Kill Head of Marketing, Sophie Taylor wrote for Business Builders on how to build a memorable brand in an industry most people would rather not think about. Drawing on Pest2Kill’s own playbook, from our Racing Roaches and “Beat the Roach” activations to the Bugtacular children’s show and our data-led Pest Trends Report, she shared practical lessons for small businesses on standing out against bigger-budget competitors, building community partnerships, pitching their own PR and backing creativity with solid performance marketing.

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Yahoo Lifestyle

03/10/2026 – Pest2Kill Director, Julian Bracewell was interviewed by Carina Stathis for Yahoo Lifestyle about a common spring mistake: treating ant nests with DIY fixes like boiling water and detergent. Julian explained why these remedies are only a “band-aid” that kills the worker ants and leaves the queen untouched, and shared practical tips: remove food sources, put pet bowls in a water “moat”, choose baits over repellents, and leave dangerous species like jack jumpers and fire ants to the professionals.

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Facility Management

September 2026 – Pest2Kill CEO, Phil Taylor wrote “Trapped” for Facility Management magazine’s September edition, looking at how rodent control rules and compliance expectations differ from state to state. With insights from Samuel Wood of Bell Laboratories, Phil explained what tighter restrictions on second-generation anticoagulant baits mean for facility managers, why the industry is moving toward integrated pest management, and how NSW is leading the push for documented, accountable and environmentally responsible pest programs.

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Starts at 60

22/08/2026 – Pest2Kill CEO, Phil Taylor was featured on Starts at 60 to discuss why spring—not summer—is actually the peak pest season. Drawing on Pest2Kill’s extensive service data, he shared expert advice on the surge of spiders, cockroaches, and termites during the warmer months, along with practical steps homeowners can take to protect their properties before pest populations establish.

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INCLEAN

May/June/July 2026 – Pest2Kill CEO, Phil Taylor wrote for INCLEAN magazine on how recent changes to rodenticide regulations are pushing facility managers to take a closer look at rodent control across their sites. Phil explained how digital monitoring is replacing routine bait checks with real-time activity data, which allows more targeted treatment, less bait use and clearer compliance reporting for facilities teams managing large or complex portfolios.

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realestate.com.au

17/08/2026 – Pest2Kill CEO, Phil Taylor was featured in an article by Kaylee Cranley on realestate.com.au revealing Sydney’s biggest pest hotspots. Backed by Pest2Kill’s decade-long research analyzing nearly 100,000 pest treatments, Phil provided his insights on how building types and microclimates determine the most prevalent pests in different suburbs—and why early spring preventative treatments are essential.

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news.com.au

18/05/2023 – Pest2Kill Director, Julian Bracewell was interviewed by Claudia Poposki at news.com.au about the perils of bed bugs.

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2GB Radio

19/10/2022 – Pest2Kill Director, Julian Bracewell was interviewed on 2GB Radio about the upsurge in La Niña-related pest activity including termites and cockroaches. He provided his insights on the kinds of properties and suburbs most at risk, tell-tale signs of termite activity and how to prevent pest issues before they cause costly damage.

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Today

30/10/2022 – Have you noticed an unusually high number of pests in line with the unprecedented La Niña rainfall? You’re not alone. In fact, our very own pest expert and Director, Julian Bracewell was invited to speak on Channel 9’s Today Show to discuss the increase in pest activity due to the damp conditions, and what Aussie homeowners can do about it. Termites in particular are on the increase and can cause tens of thousands of dollars of structural damage if left undetected – which is why regular Termite Inspections are more important than ever. Don’t neglect your biggest asset this season; call Pest2Kill today to book a Termite Inspection with the experts.

Australia’s big bug problem

The hot and damp conditions on Australia’s east coast has created the perfect climate for cockroaches, termites and other unwanted guests to thrive. #9Today

Posted by TODAY on Saturday, 29 October 2022

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