🐾 1080 Baiting Program Commences Near Bathurst

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has announced the commencement of a 1080 baiting program in the Girralang Nature Reserve, located within the Central West Area. This initiative, aimed at controlling wild dog and fox populations, will run from Sunday, 11 May 2025, through to Monday, 10 November 2025.

Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison are being deployed as part of the ongoing program. Residents and visitors to the area should be aware that all active baiting locations will be clearly marked with signs.

The NPWS reminds the community that domestic pets are strictly not permitted within NSW national parks and reserves. This warning is particularly crucial as 1080 poison is highly lethal to cats and dogs. Pet owners in the vicinity are urged to keep their animals restrained or muzzled and ensure they do not enter baiting areas. In the unfortunate event of accidental poisoning, immediate veterinary assistance is advised.

For further details or enquiries regarding the baiting program, the public can contact the NPWS Central West Area Office in Bathurst directly on 02 6332 7640.