Pestie Profiles

05/08/2025

From the interviewers to the interviewees! 🎙️✨ When fellow German pestie friend - Heiko Kaiser from New Zealand flipped the script and put us in the hot seat. Here’s to sharing stories and sparking conversations! 💬🔥 "

02/01/2025

ARE YOU READY!!!
Hey, Sunny Coast! 🌞
Are you tired of pests invading your home? 🐜🪳 Well, you’re in luck! Our Laguna Pest Control Podcast - Pestie Profiles just had its BEST year yet, with over 27,000 downloads! 📈🎧

We’re back for 2025, and we’re here to help YOU keep your home pest-free! 🏡 Whether you’re a homeowner, tenant, resort or strata manager, or just a pestie enthusiast, this podcast is for EVERYONE!

Join us as we dive into the world of pest management, busting myths and sharing tips to keep your space safe and comfortable.

Check out our previous episodes here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/1njIAwGBl5gZX1tvoKZ6L0?si=LILfuoNGS56wnizSE1zuHQ

Stay tuned for more amazing insights coming your way in 2025! Let’s keep our homes pest-free together!

02/02/2024

In this episode, we continue our conversation with the legendary figure in the pest industry, Ion Staunton. This time, we delve deeper into his experiences as a "flickman" in the past, the early methods of fumigation, the transformations that have occurred in the industry over the years, his work on the book "Colonies in Collision," his recent projects, including the controversial Termi-trap, and how he's enjoying retirement. With 66 years in the pest industry, Ion has a wealth of stories to share, making it a nostalgic journey for all of us.

In this episode, we continue our conversation with the legendary figure in the pest industry, Ion Staunton. This time, we delve deeper into his experiences as a "flickman" in the past, the early methods of fumigation, the transformations that have occurred in the industry over the years, his work on...

01/02/2024

The Final Countdown. This is number 2 in the final countdown! Saving the best for last!

Some people may recognise Ion's name, but most in the pest management industry may not be aware of the significant achievements he has made during his 66 years in the field. Ion is, of course, the co-author of our industry's "bible," 'Urban Pest Management in Australia,' but he has also co-authored several other important publications.

In our conversation, we delve into how Ion initially entered the industry, what it was like to work as a pest controller in those earlier times, the formation of AEPMA, his involvement in co-authoring the first formal TAFE course, and the establishment of the very first one-stop pest supply shop. This two-part series serves as a tribute to a genuine legend in our industry.

Some people may recognize Ion's name, but most in the pest management industry may not be aware of the significant achievements he has made during his 66 years in the field. Ion is, of course, the co-author of our industry's "bible," 'Urban Pest Management in Australia,' but he has also co-authored....

31/01/2024

In this episode, we chat with the husband and wife team, Ryan and Rachel Smith, from LessPest More Control, based on the Gold Coast. Ryan and Rachel are the classic example of how most small pest control companies start. The husband becomes frustrated working for the bigger "juggernauts," and the wife finally convinces him to go out on his own with the help of her management skills! We discuss their first year in business on their own and how they kick-started and built their client base. We even delve into that age-old dilemma that keeps every owner-operator up at night: How and when to hire that first employee? This episode is perfect for those who are procrastinating over taking that plunge and going out on their own.

In this episode, we chat with the husband and wife team, Ryan and Rachel Smith, from LessPest More Control, based on the Gold Coast. Ryan and Rachel are the classic example of how most small pest control companies start. The husband becomes frustrated working for the bigger "juggernauts," and the wi...