LOCAL Land Services is inviting community members and landholders to attend a feral deer information session to learn more about the growing impact of feral deer in the Coffs Harbour, Orara Valley, Sandy Beach and Woolgoolga areas.
Feral deer are becoming an increasing concern, damaging native vegetation, threatening wildlife, and reducing agricultural productivity.
The sessions will help participants identify the different feral deer species found in the area and understand the environmental and agricultural risks they create.
Attendees will also learn how Local Land Services is supporting landholders to manage feral deer and explore practical control options, including ways the wider community can help protect the region from their impacts.
The sessions will also explore practical management options and outline how the community can help protect the region from the impacts of feral deer.
Landholders and residents can choose from the following sessions:
● Wednesday 3 December, from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at Wiilgulga Sports Complex, Solitary Islands Way
● Thursday 4 December, from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at Upper Orara Hall, 610 Upper Orara Road, Upper Orara.
North Coast Local Land Services Team Leader Operational Invasive Pests, Dean Chamberlain, is encouraging all community members and landholders to attend, regardless of whether they are familiar with feral deer or have minimal knowledge of them and their impacts.
“We all need to work together to limit the impacts of feral deer and prevent further damage from being done,” Dean said.
“The Coffs Harbour region is widely known for its pristine sub-tropical natural environment and agricultural productivity, and we know feral deer are causing damage to both native ecosystems and crops in the area.
“The more people who have knowledge of feral deer and can assist in reporting sightings and impacts or be involved in monitoring and control activities on their properties, is a positive for the community, the environment and agriculture.”
Light refreshments will be provided and attendees will have the chance to speak directly with North Coast Local Land Services biosecurity officers.
Visit the Local Land Services events page for more information or speak with a local biosecurity officer via 1300 795 299.
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