Rabbits in Bingara
29th October 2024
Gwydir Shire Council would like to advise the community that there is currently an outbreak of the Calicivirus affecting the Bingara area. Council has received several reports of wild rabbit fatalities in the Bingara township. Please be aware that these casualties are not a result of baiting and these rabbits have contracted the Calicivirus.
Pet owners are encouraged to vaccinate domestic rabbits against the virus and avoid contact with other rabbits outside the household. If you would like further information, please contact Council’s Environmental Department on (02) 6724 2000.