Bill et al,
Again a very informative newsletter. I would however like to make a point on one comment, that being the work of Darren le Roux and whether it can help getting the Myna listed as a threatening process. It should in theory be an easy task given that so many people dislike the bird. Unfortunately there are far more severe threats to our wildlife, particularly native fish and amphibians posed by introduced trout and other fish species but let anyone suggest removing them, especially trout, from our lakes, rivers and streams or declaring them a threatening process, and watch the outcry from the fishing fraternity. I know many people in departments like the NSWNPWS would like to see this happen but politicians don’t have the guts to try it! Just look at the ludicrous laws allowing hunting in National Parks that are proposed by the O’Farrell government in NSW and the power of the gun lobby.
Just something for people to think about!
Merry Christmas all and a Happy New Year,
Mark
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Sent: Sunday, 23 December 2012 10:23 PM
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Subject: [news] Myna Matters Bulletin #25
Please find enclosed Myna Matters Bulletin #25 – the 2012 Xmas Edition. There has been an amazing amount of myna control stuff happening all up and down the eastern seaboard over the past year. Lots of it reported in here.
On behalf of the CIMAG Committee, have a great, safe Xmas and a wonderful 2013.
Cheers
Bill Handke
Canberra Indian Myna Action Group
