For introductory information see the bait collection and vertebrate pest animal pages provided by Local Land Services NSW.
Become a Feral Fighter
In the Riverina region, landholders can collect baits by joining local pest animal management groups and becoming a Feral Fighter. This allows landholders to work together to bait simultaneously to cover a wide area, which results in a better knockdown. Local Land Services Biosecurity Officers provide up to date information, advice and support to tailor a pest management plan for your property. In addition, the following subsidised incentives are available until 30 June 2026:
- vertebrate pesticide induction training (now available online)
- fox and wild dog meat baits
- grain for free-feeding, 1080 poisoning and/or trapping of feral pigs
- poisoning signs
- fresh cut poisoned carrot (1080 or Pindone) for rabbits.
It's important to note, all land managers have a general biosecurity duty under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015. This duty requires that anyone who knows or ought to reasonably know about a biosecurity risk has a duty to prevent, eliminate or minimise that risk as far as reasonably practicable.
As a land manager you also have biosecurity obligations to your neighbours.
Bait collection points and dates
There are fox and/or wild dog bait collection points across the Riverina region. See locations below to find your closest point or get in touch with the biosecurity officer from your local area for alternate arrangements.
All baits must be ordered a minimum of 3 days prior to the collection date.
Contact Senior Biosecurity Officer Rob Boyd (0439 197 254)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Thursday 30 July 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 am | Hillston Rest Stop - 500m south of cemetary on Kidman Way |
| Friday 1 August 2025 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Griffith Saleyards, Griffin Avenue |
Contact Senior Biosecurity Officers Richard Lloyd (0427 012 739)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Tuesday 5 August 2025 | 9:00 am | ‘Nundi', Westbrook Road, Tarcutta |
| Thursday 8 August 2025 | 8:30 am | ‘Bongongo', Adjungbilly Road, Adjungbilly |
| Wednesday 13 August 2025 | 9:00 am | Gilmore Hall |
| Wednesday 13 August 2025 | 10:00 am | Lacmalac Hall |
| Friday 15 August 2025 | 10:00 am | Humula Hall, Humula |
| Wednesday 20 August 2025 | 8:30 am | Gundagai Local Land Services Office, 87 Sheridan Street, Gundagai |
Contact Biosecurity Officer Troy Hands (0419 581 649)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Wednesday 27 August 2025 | 9:30 am | Local Land Services depot, Sidonia Rd |
| Wednesday 3 September 2025 | 9:30 am | Local Land Services depot, Sidonia Rd |
Contact Biosecurity Officer Tom Hamilton (0427 201 172)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Wednesday 30 July 2025 | Scenic Rd, Crowther | |
| Thursday 9 October 2025 | Burrowa Falts Galong | |
| Thursday 9 October 2025 | Murrungo Hall |
Contact Biosecurity Officer Troy Hands (0419 581 649)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Thursday 14 August 2025 | 9:00 am | Yanco Silos |
| Thursday 14 August 2025 | 11:00 am | Narrandera Local Land Services Depot, Barellan Road, Narrandera |
| Tuesday 19 August 2025 | 10:00 am | Coleambally Park |
Contact Biosecurity Officer Tom Schlunke (0447 145 344) or Savannah Kelly (0492 089 200)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Wednesday 6 August 2025 | 10:00 am | Local Land Services Office 412 Mambarra Drive CSU |
| Wednesday 13 August 2025 | 10:00 am | Local Land Services Office 412 Mambarra Drive CSU |
Contact Senior Biosecurity Officer Michael (Chook) Hayes (0429 112 618)
| Date | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Spring baiting collection points | ||
| Tuesday 26 August 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Lions Park, West Wyalong |
| Tuesday 28 August 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Ungarie Bowling Club |
| Tuesday 2 September 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Barmedman Mineral Pool |
Eligibility for incentives
Subsidised bait and other incentives are available until 30 June 2026 for private holdings within the Riverina Local Land Services region.
Includes:
- fresh cut poisoned carrot (1080 or pindone)
- Vertebrate Pesticide Induction Training
- expert advice tailored to your property’s needs.
To participate:
- baiting must comply with the Pesticide Control Order for your chosen poison
- Chemical user accreditation or Vertebrate Pesticide Induction Training is required before baiting
- undertake a site inspection by a Biosecurity Officer.
Includes:
- supply of fresh meat baits
- Vertebrate Pesticide Induction Training
- expert advice tailored to your property’s needs.
To participate, you must:
- follow all requirements under the Pesticide Control Order
- hold a valid chemical user accreditation or complete the VPIT course.
Fresh meat baits can be buried at a rate of:
- a maximum of 10 baits per km, or
- 20 baits per 100 hectares.
Your Local Land Services Biosecurity Officer will help you assess and manage any potential risks.
Includes:
- grain supply for free-feeding, poisoning, and trapping
- access to Vertebrate Pesticide Induction Training
- expert advice tailored to your property’s needs.
To participate, you must:
- ensure your baiting program complies with the Pesticide Control Order
- you must hold valid chemical user accreditation or complete Vertebrate Pesticide Induction Training before baiting
- undertake a site inspection by a Biosecurity Officer.