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News
The latest news and updates from our campaigns

11 July, 2025
| By Nicola Barton
A major fire ant outbreak has been confirmed at BHP’s Broadmeadow coal mine, the first time this invasive super pest has been found in central Queensland.

10 July, 2025
| By Nicola Barton
A landmark study by UNSW released today has revealed the extraordinary impact of removing feral cats and foxes from a South Australian desert reserve – with small mammal populations inside the predator-free area up to 30 times higher than outside.

10 July, 2025
| By Nicola Barton
The Victorian National Parks Association, Invasive Species Council and Environment East Gippsland have slammed the Allan Government's decision to open 130,000 hectares of Victoria's Errinundra and Snowy River National Parks to seasonal deer hunting.

4 July, 2025
| By Nicola Barton
The Invasive Species Council has welcomed the Queensland Government’s announcement that fire ant treatment will now occur year-round, describing it as a smart, science-backed move that could significantly boost the effectiveness of the national eradication effort.

3 July, 2025
| By Nicola Barton
The discovery of an immature fire ants nest in Tweed Heads is not surprising and should be a wake up call for governments about the ongoing gaps in the national eradication program.

25 June, 2025
| By Nicola Barton
Independent MP Dr Joe McGirr will today introduce a Bill to repeal the controversial Wild Horse Heritage Act in NSW Parliament.
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Invasive species destroy our natural places and transform the landscape, leaving our native animals without shelter or food and natural systems destroyed. You can help create an Australia where our unique wildlife is safe in flourishing protected areas.