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Biosecurity

What is the the WDRC Biosecurity Plan, and what is its purpose?

Identify priority pest animals and weeds that impact and threaten the region now and into the future.
Identify resources necessary for effective and timely management of pests.
Provide action plans and strategies for the whole of WDRC (including landowners, Stakeholders and Council).

Council's General Biosecurity Plan(PDF, 2MB) General Biosecurity Obligation (GBO)

Pest Animals

Priority pest animals on the Western Downs include Wild Dogs, Feral Pigs, Foxes, Rabbits, Feral Cats and Deer. Find out how WDRC manages these pests.

Pest Weeds

The major pest plants within the Western Downs are the following restricted weeds

Diseases

Animal and livestock diseases to remain vigilant of within the Western Downs, and diseases threatening to enter Australia.

Landholder Pest Management Groups

Local Coordinated Pest Control Groups within the Western Downs

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