May 22, 2026
South Burnett Regional Council has assisted landholders on the eastern side of the Bunya Mountains to take part in a specialised wild dog trapping and baiting program.
Council biosecurity officers, local trappers and members of the Wengenville, Alice Creek and Glencliff Syndicate Group took part in the training which was delivered by Stuart Boyd-Law, from Pest Animal and Control Training .
The program aimed to enhance wild dog trapping and baiting skills to strengthen local biosecurity and protect livestock.
It was funded by the Integrated Engagement and Capacity Building project through the State Government’s Queensland Reef Water Quality Program and delivered in partnership with BIEDO.
Participants gained three accreditations:
- AHCPMG307 – Apply animal trapping techniques
- AHCPMG312 – Apply poison baits for vertebrate pest control in rural and environmental landscapes
- AHCPMG305 – Survey pests
A Council spokesperson said that by combining traditional trapping techniques with co-ordinated baiting schedules, the program aimed to reduce the significant economic and environmental impact of wild dog predation on local grazing properties.
“This is a hands-on practical approach to ensure that participants have the practical skills necessary to target these predators either for removal or for research purposes,” the spokesperson said.
“Improving the skills and knowledge of trappers will support landholders and local governments in the delivery of wild dog, fox and feral cat control programs.”
