The Operations Manager and the Development Planning and Vector Control Officer of the Medical Entomology Branch (MEB) went to Alice Springs on 4-5 September 2006 to inspect the Alice Springs storm water drains and the Ilparpa swamp. The purpose of the MEB visit was to both make recommendations on storm water drain maintenance and rectification works required in Alice Springs and to inspect the Ilparpa swamp drainage system to reduce mosquito pest and disease potentials for the people of Alice Springs. MEB staff met with local EH staff, Fiona Smith and Philip Ahchee and a representative of the Alice Springs local Town Council (ASTC).