Published on Wednesday, 25 February 2026 at 7:41:57 PM

The decision to move forward with a corella cull is a difficult choice that we have made as a last resort. Over the last two years, the damage caused by these flocks has cost more than $50,000 to repair. The birds have been destroying CCTV cameras that keep our public spaces safe and tearing apart the IT and communication systems that rural communities like ours rely on to stay in touch. We’ve tried specifically target hardening and protecting these areas to minimise the destruction, but despite our best efforts, the damage has continued.

We have implemented a number of non-lethal deterrents, such as the use of gas cannons to displace the birds, reflective devices, movement-activated deterrents, and the application of specialised chemical deterrents to surfaces. All of these measures have failed to provide a long-term solution due to the adaptability of the flocks.

In addition, the overpopulation of corellas in our Shire is having a detrimental effect on our local environment. They are stripping the tree canopy and aggressively taking over nesting holes that belong to our native and endangered Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos, as well as other local parrot species.

Last year, we conducted public consultation to better understand flock sizes and locations, allowing us to map their movement patterns and behaviours. This data, combined with the feedback we received from residents, has been instrumental in shaping a management plan that is supported by our community.

The program is being undertaken by licensed contractors using firearms specifically suited for the task.

Please note: For public safety, access to Roy Little Park will be temporarily restricted while the control works are in progress. In addition, Duff Street will also be temporarily closed between King Street and Railway Ave (shown on the map below).

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