The role of citizen science is becoming increasingly important for pest control, no more so with rabbits. This session was therefore aimed at providing participants with information on the upcoming RHDV -­‐ K5 release project, as well as explain the role of RabbitScan in mapping rabbits and the spread of RHDV.

The management of feral species is a broad and complicated issue. Each area often has specific concerns targeting certain species or specific areas. Burra Landcare, Upper Murrumbidgee Landcare and Molonglo Catchment Group joined forces to target two issues of high concern for the Burra residents, weed management by Local Land Services (LLS) in travelling stock routes (TSRs) and best management practices for the control of feral pigs. Our local LLS Senior Biosecurity Officer Phil McGrath, took up the challenge and addressed these issues at our recent information session.