The New South Wales government has announced that a rebate is now available to claim for households and small businesses affected by the mouse plague. As part of the government’s $150 million Mouse Control Program, eligible households can claim up to $500 and small businesses up to $1,000 for the cost of mouse baits, traps, and cleaning materials bought after Feb. 1, 2021. “These rodents haven’t just impacted farmers and crops, they have also been a scourge on homes and businesses right across the regions,” Deputy Premier John Barilaro said. “Fighting this plague has come at a financial cost and this rebate is putting money back in the pockets of hard-working families and business owners. Households and businesses can only receive the rebate once, so Barilaro said he encouraged those who have spent near the maximum amount available to make their claims as soon as possible. NSW Agriculture Minister Adam …