Pest and Weed Management Plan - QGC
Pest and Weed Management Plan - QGC
Pest and Weed Management Plan - QGC
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<strong>Pest</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Weed</strong> <strong>Management</strong> <strong>Plan</strong>Rev 0May 2011pasture degradation on not only <strong>QGC</strong> l<strong>and</strong> but also neighbouring properties. The most effective solutionfor rabbit control as prescribed in the Rabbit Control in Queensl<strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>book, published by the formerDPI&F Queensl<strong>and</strong> (now DEEDI), is the destruction of warrens with machinery <strong>and</strong> then as a „mop up‟,the controlled shooting of the remaining animals. The destroyed warren or refuge areas should then befenced off. These techniques, if carried out properly, should lead to a long term control of the rabbitpopulation, in the area, especially if carried out in conjunction with neighbouring l<strong>and</strong> owners.Consultations in regards to the Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board Fence have been conducted <strong>and</strong>are continuing between <strong>QGC</strong> <strong>and</strong> DEEDI.A Rabbit distribution map produced by Biosecurity Queensl<strong>and</strong>, is provided in Appendix 9. <strong>QGC</strong> willparticipate in any Rabbit control programs that may be coordinated by local government or otherstakeholder in consultation with affected l<strong>and</strong>owners. <strong>QGC</strong> Gas Field distribution maps will be producedas field distribution data is continually collated.4.4.2 <strong>Management</strong> of Wild Dogs <strong>and</strong> DingoesPlate 29: Dingo behind fencewww.dpi.qld.gov.au/4790_8290.htmPlate 30: Dingowww.dpi.qld.gov.au/4790_8290.htmThere are several techniques for the management of wild dogs mentioned by the DEEDI including theuse of pesticides in bait, trapping, exclusion fencing, shooting <strong>and</strong> guard animals (DEEDI July 2010a).Wild dogs <strong>and</strong> dingoes are not currently considered a significant threat on <strong>QGC</strong> tenements. Howeverstate government statistics show the number of wild dogs is growing rapidly in the area <strong>and</strong> is becomingmore of an issue. The DEEDI considers shooting by professionals to be of low concern in regard toanimal welfare <strong>and</strong> is considered an appropriate control method. <strong>QGC</strong> will be taking part in a DalbyRegional Council initiated Feral Dog Baiting Program. <strong>QGC</strong> will engage in consultation with BiosecurityQueensl<strong>and</strong> in regards to future baiting programs.40 of 100
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