Fighting Rodenticides WA

08/08/2026

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Today is International Owl Awareness Day – a day to celebrate these incredible raptors and shine a light on the threats they face. 🦉

This year, we reached one of the biggest wins for Australian wildlife in decades. After years of campaigning and the collective action of our community, wildlife-killing rat poisons are finally coming off retail shelves.

But we're not at the finish line just yet.

The final decision now rests with Minister Collins and Assistant Minister Chisholm. Their sign-off will make this landmark protection official.

This International Owl Awareness Day, you can help get us over the finish line by signing our email tool urging the Ministers to make this decision official 👇.

https://birdlife.org.au/protect-aussie-birds-from-lethal-sgar-rat-poisons

Together, we can make this historic win permanent for owls and other native wildlife. 🦉

🎨 created by Jess Harwood Art and Illustration

06/08/2026

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Clutches of barn owl chicks found inside a grain silo and cockatoo boxes indicate a "smorgasbord" of food, experts say.

06/08/2026

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Today is International Owl Awareness Day – a day to celebrate these incredible raptors and shine a light on the threats they face. 🦉

This year, we reached one of the biggest wins for Australian wildlife in decades. After years of campaigning and the collective action of our community, wildlife-killing rat poisons are finally coming off retail shelves.

But we're not at the finish line just yet.

The final decision now rests with Minister Collins and Assistant Minister Chisholm. Their sign-off will make this landmark protection official.

This International Owl Awareness Day, you can help get us over the finish line by signing our email tool urging the Ministers to make this decision official 👇.

https://birdlife.org.au/protect-aussie-birds-from-lethal-sgar-rat-poisons

Together, we can make this historic win permanent for owls and other native wildlife. 🦉

🎨 created by Jess Harwood Art and Illustration

16/07/2026

I sat on on this webinar. It was terrifying! Our wildlife is facing possibly its worst environmental challenge ever. Please add your voice!

Australia's birds need stronger protection from H5 bird flu. Urge the Australian Government to invest $200 million in wildlife preparedness.

16/12/2025

https://www.apvma.gov.au/news-and-publications/news/apvma-proposes-sweeping-changes-anticoagulant-rodenticide-use

After a detailed review, the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has finalised its risk assessments on anticoagulant roden

05/12/2025

Amazon Australia will reportedly be taking a major step by removing second-generation rat poisons (SGARs) from its online store. This is a responsible decision to remove products that silently kill some of Australia’s most iconic animals.

These products kill more than rats. They also poison owls, Tawny Frogmouths, quolls, and even family pets. The US, Canada and the EU have already restricted their sale and in Australia more than 50 Councils have taken local action. With the Australian regulator (APVMA) due to hand down its decision on the future of these poisons any day now, this decision from Amazon sends a strong message that the evidence is clear and the choice is obvious.

After years of delays, it’s time for the APVMA to announce its decision. Owls are sick and dying, and Australians are sick of waiting. Now is the time for other retailers to step up. Remove SGARs from your shelves and help protect our wildlife.

How you can help: For resources on safer rodenticide alternatives – and which products to avoid – visit: actforbirds.org/ratpoison

👇 Tag Bunnings Warehouse Australia Woolworths Coles and Mitre 10 in the comments to encourage them to take a stand against these lethal poisons.

📸 Nankeen Kestrel by Heather Thorning, Barn Owl by Kim Petersen

05/12/2025

Come on Bunnings Warehouse Australia and Mitre 10 time you did this too!

Amazon Australia will reportedly be taking a major step by removing second-generation rat poisons (SGARs) from its online store. This is a responsible decision to remove products that silently kill some of Australia’s most iconic animals.

These products kill more than rats. They also poison owls, Tawny Frogmouths, quolls, and even family pets. The US, Canada and the EU have already restricted their sale and in Australia more than 50 Councils have taken local action. With the Australian regulator (APVMA) due to hand down its decision on the future of these poisons any day now, this decision from Amazon sends a strong message that the evidence is clear and the choice is obvious.

After years of delays, it’s time for the APVMA to announce its decision. Owls are sick and dying, and Australians are sick of waiting. Now is the time for other retailers to step up. Remove SGARs from your shelves and help protect our wildlife.

How you can help: For resources on safer rodenticide alternatives – and which products to avoid – visit: actforbirds.org/ratpoison

👇 Tag Bunnings Warehouse Australia Woolworths Coles and Mitre 10 in the comments to encourage them to take a stand against these lethal poisons.

📸 Nankeen Kestrel by Heather Thorning, Barn Owl by Kim Petersen

29/08/2025

🌿 You’re Invited – The Final Big Challenge Forum 🌿

We warmly invite you to join us for the final Big Challenge community forum – the conclusion of a powerful series that has brought together residents, experts, and advocates for wildlife-friendly rodent control.

📅 Friday 5th September
🕛 12:00 noon
📍 Dayton Community Centre

The Big Challenge – Wildlife Friendly Forums welcome everyone to be part of a growing movement to protect local wildlife and our beloved pets from the hidden dangers of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) and other unsustainable rodent control methods.

✨ Forum 3 Focus ✨
This forum is all about householders – how to safeguard your own home, sheds, and garages from rodents in ways that are both effective and wildlife friendly. We’ll explore fresh, practical ideas and discuss how we can recognise and support local retailers who encourage sustainable rodent control practices.

🔹 Guest Speakers

Michael Canton – AllPest
An expert in domestic rodent control, ready to share practical advice on how rodents are “getting in” and what you can do about it. Bring your own questions about your home and let Michael provide tailored suggestions.

Sean Borg – R&D Specialist & Advocate for Sustainability
A trailblazer in developing innovative, world-class organic products. Sean will share proven alternatives that don’t involve killing rodents, showing what’s possible when we think differently about pest control.

💡 You’ll leave with insights into safe, effective, and locally available alternatives – and the knowledge that your choices can help shape a healthier, more sustainable community.

🌏 Where to From Here?
At this final forum, we’ll also:

Explore how to recognise and celebrate small businesses who’ve chosen to be “owl friendly.”

Discuss what more needs to be done to protect our remaining wildlife.

Work together on the next steps for building a stronger, wildlife-friendly movement in Swan and beyond.

📌 Book your free ticket here:
👉 https://events.humanitix.com/wildlife-friendly-rodent-control-the-big-challenge-forum-3?fbclid=IwdGRjcAMd8INjbGNrAx3we2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeZvINr1__0cJUP_EMbZxe9dnsQ5OMxDqxpow0-NeRWKXCcM2iNxfauc8WyRA_aem_7h7Pj3a7p_s34yTqDd-Zgg

Or simply reply to this email to confirm your place.

🙌 Be part of the conclusion. Be part of the movement. Help shape the future of wildlife-friendly rodent control – starting right here in Swan.

Join us in a community driven, round table discussion in determining our own local response for tackling the urgent issue of harmful rodent control practices.

10/08/2025

05/08/2025

On International Owl Awareness Day take a minute out of your day to sign this petition.

Take actions to stop dangerous second-generation anticoagulant rat poisons (SGARs) from killing Australias birds, wildlife, and pets. And find the evidence about how SGARs threaten birds, pets, wildlife, and the environment via our evidence and alternative product information, to ensure you are bein