Volunteers at Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) have already noticed these animals coming out and urged people to remain calm and vigilant in order to protect themselves.

WIRES volunteer and trainer Gary Pattinson travels state-wide this time every year to teach other volunteers about venomous reptile rescue.

"It's right about now that snakes start sticking their noses out to look for food and mates as the weather warms up. They're starting to move around, there's no doubt about it."

Mr Pattinson urged people to just leave snakes alone, adding that the best thing to deter snakes from you, your family, pets and home is to give them nowhere to hide.

"Snakes are very secretive animals and they like to hide away a majority of the time," he said, adding that they only come out to bask in the sun or look for food or a mate.

"It's rare to see snakes but at this time of year and into the next six to eight weeks, this is where the vast majority of sightings happen.

"Keep rubbish piles and wood piles up off the floor in your garden. Check under logs and other items (on the ground) by moving them with a stick before you lift them with your hands."

If you are bitten by a snake, it is important not to panic, and to call 000 immediately.

With any first aid or other equipment available, apply a pressure immobilisation bandage and a split to the affected area.

DO NOT move, as this causes the venom to spread through the body - wait for help to arrive.

If your dog or cat has a skirmish with a snake, take them to the vet immediately. If the vet is far away, apply a pressure bandage to the area and keep your pet as calm as possible while you are waiting for help.

Snake identification will always help a doctor or vet, as it allows them to pick the correct antivenom to treat the bite however it is important to only seek identification if it is safe to do so.

WIRES strongly advise to not approach or kill snakes, and to leave that to a snake catcher.

For advice call the WIRES Wildlife Rescue Line 1300 094 737.