Crown Lands is conducting a targeted ground baiting program using sodium fluoroacetate (‘1080’) poison to control wild dogs and foxes from 3 November to 19 December.
The program will take place on Crown land near South Ballina Beach, covering the beach and adjacent dunes, with bait stations positioned from Boundary Creek Road in the south up to Richmond River Nature Reserve in the north. Signs advising 1080 baiting will be displayed at all beach entrances where baits have been set.
The baiting is to protect threatened shorebirds against fox predation during the bird breeding season and additionally helps protect neighbouring stock. The 1080 ground baiting is a priority action of the NSW Fox Threat Abatement Plan.
Summary
Location
South Ballina Beach, Crown land (Lot 7303 DP 1163711), between Boundary Creek Road and Richmond River Nature Reserve
Dates
3 November to 19 December 2025
Key points
- The program aims to protect threatened shorebirds during their breeding season.
- This work is a priority action under the NSW Fox Threat Abatement Plan.
- 1080 baiting signs will be placed at all beach entrances where baits are laid.
Impacts
- It is recommended that domestic dogs and cats are prevented from entering the baiting locations.
- Domestic dogs and cats must be restrained and prevented from eating unknown items on the ground during and after baiting.
- Muzzling domestic dogs is recommended to avoid risks.
- If you suspect your pet has taken a 1080 bait and therefore has accidental poisoning, contact your vet immediately.