Toad Media

MEDIA

27 May 2008

CANE TOADS CAN BE STOPPED

Data gathered through previous Stop the Toad Foundation (STTF) musters has proven that the advance of cane toads into WA can be stopped with community led on-ground action.

Robert Edel, Chairman STTF, expressed his delight at the appointment of Kim Hands as the new Strategic Campaign Manager, who will lead the 2008 Great Toad Muster.

“Kim comes to STTF with a wealth of experience that makes her ideally suited to the challenge of guiding volunteer effort to keep toads out of WA,” said Mr Edel.

STTF has developed innovative new techniques to make on-ground toad control more effective.

Strategic Campaign Manager Ms Hands said, “Contrary to recent negative reports it’s definitely possible to stop cane toads getting into WA.”

“The STTF will be running its 3rd Great Toad Muster from 20 September to 18 October 2008, operating on the NT side of the WA – NT border, to hold the frontline.

“This dry season is expected to be drier than normal, and without water the toads cannot last more than five days, so this a great opportunity to hit the toads hard.

“With our improved control techniques, natural conditions in our favour and generous support of our numerous sponsors and volunteers we are confident of another very successful muster.”

For comment:

Robert Edel (STTF Chair): 0417 927 830

Kim Hands (STTF Campaign Manager): 0400 130 397