Wallabies, possums, kangaroos top Tasmania animal cull data; permits issued for wombats

Adam Holmes
Updated July 2 2021 - 2:52am, first published September 28 2020 - 3:50pm
The galah, black swan and Forester kangaroo were among the animals with the highest cull permits issued by DPIPWE.
The galah, black swan and Forester kangaroo were among the animals with the highest cull permits issued by DPIPWE.

Farmers and graziers say the latest release of data for animal cull quotas is evidence of the increasing populations of wallabies and possums in Tasmania, causing headaches for landholders attempting to protect crops and pasture.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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