Published on Wednesday, 11 March 2015 at 12:00:00 AM
***UPDATED***
DUE TO TECHNICAL ISSUES THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION WAS
NOT RECEIVED IN SUFFICIENT TIME BY SOME RECIPIENTS.
PLEASE SEE THE NEW DATES BELOW.
Date: Tuesday, 10 March 2015
To: Westonia Landholders, Residents, and Visitors
Notice of Intention to Lay 1080 Poison in the Westonia Common.
I hereby provide notice that I, Dylan Copeland, authorised by and on behalf of the Shire of
Westonia intend to lay 1080 poison baits in the Westonia Common for the control of foxes and
rabbits.
I intend to commence baiting on Monday, 16 March 2015 and complete the baiting program on
Tuesday, 21 April 2015.
Please be advised that 1080 is highly toxic. The consumption of an animal that has ingested a
lethal or sub-lethal dose of 1080 poses a serious risk of secondary poisoning to humans and other
species. Taking of carcasses, removal of hides and shooting or trapping animals (for human or
animal consumption) is prohibited during the baiting period and for at least 14 days after the
completion of the baiting program.
Please ensure children and other persons in your care are restricted from entering the site of
baiting. Please restrain your pets, working dogs and stock to avoid the possibility of poisoning
through direct baiting or through eating 1080 poisoned animals.
If you would like further information about this proposed baiting program please contact me
through the details below.
More information about the use of 1080 is available from DAFWA’s website: www.agric.wa.gov.au.
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