THE management of feral deer found in the western suburbs of Logan is to be the subject of a new five-year plan.
The state government strategy aims to increase the capacity of councils and landholders to better manage deer numbers.
It’s a growing issue and agriculture minister Mark Furner says the new Feral Deer Management Strategy 2022-27 will help control it.
“Feral deer numbers across Queensland are growing and pose an increasing threat to biodiversity, agriculture and public safety,” Mr Furner said.
“The new updated strategy aligns with the Biosecurity Act 2014 and defines best practice management and a coordinated approach to control feral deer.
“Local councils and landholders can now more effectively manage this growing problem through a combination of research, partnerships, planning and collaboration, improved understanding of impacts, practical knowledge, and appropriate control methods.”
Mr Furner said the Feral Deer Management Strategy 2022-27 had been developed following public consultation earlier this year.
“Feedback from more than 400 responses received during the consultation period was instrumental in finalising the strategy to strike the right balance,” he said.
“Important revisions to the draft include the outlining of animal welfare requirements through the Codes of Practice adopted under the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 and recognising the role of recreational hunters.
“The strategy acknowledges that different stakeholders have different viewpoints and I thank everyone who contributed to developing this new approach to controlling feral deer.”
The Feral Deer Management Strategy 2022-27 can be found here: daf.engagementhub.com.au/feral-deer-strategy.
