A warmer than usual winter has led to perfect conditions for increased snake activity, with wildlife experts warning "snakes are on the move".
The Australian Reptile Park's Brandon Gifford is urging everyone to be vigilant.
"The snakes are on the move, and we've had more reports than usual for this time of year," Mr Gifford said.
"Because snakes heat up and cool down with their environment, the warmer weather gets them to start feeding and start breeding."
The park has issued some simple steps people can take to keep family and pets safe as the weather gets hotter.
"Keeping snakes out starts with simple steps around the house," Mr Gifford said.
"Keep doors and windows closed to stop snakes entering the home.
"Remove scraps of metal, piles of timber and other debris from the backyard, these heat up in the sun and become ideal snake shelters.
"Keep lawns well-trimmed and gardens tidy and avoid accumulating clutter that creates hiding spots close to the house."
If a snake is spotted in or around the home, do not approach it.
"If you encounter a snake in your place, in or outside of the house, call a professional and leave it to the snake catcher," Mr Gifford said.
"Don't try and approach it yourself and be a hero, because most people are bitten when they're trying to interact with the animal.
"Leave it to professionals."
If the worst happens, knowing snake bite first aid could save a life.
Apply first aid immediately, before calling for help.
Remove watches and jewellery from the affected limb and apply a pressure immobilisation bandage over the bite, and then up the entire limb.
If no bandage is available, a piece of clothing will do.
Call triple zero and stay calm until help arrives
"Whether you think it's venomous or non-venomous, treat all bites the same and apply immediate snake bite first aid whilst also sending for help," Mr Gifford said.
