Community Update: Flying Fox Management Activities – Ongoing

Published on 17 September 2025

Location: Lloyd Mann Park and Arch Dunn Park, Home Hill

Burdekin Shire Council continues to monitor flying fox activity in key locations across Home Hill.  Management activities aim to reduce flying fox numbers in the area to help minimise potential negative interactions between wildlife and the community.  Staff are continuing to use low impact non-harmful techniques to dissuade flying fox from roosting at Lloyd Mann Park and Arch Dunn Park between 4:00am and 6:30am each day, as required.

The dispersal methods are non-harmful and will begin with visual deterrent such as LED flashing lights.  If necessary, a scaled response may include the use of pool noodles and shot gun simulator.  There may also be instances where pyrotechnics are used without prior warning.

Residents living in the vicinity of Llyod Mann Park and Arch Dunn Park are kindly advised to take precautions to secure pets during these times to help prevent any distress.

For information on the management and protection of flying foxes, please visit the Queensland Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation website: www.detsi.qld.gov.au.

If you have any questions about Council’s management activities or wish to report roosting flying foxes in groups larger than 100 during daylight hours, please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on (07) 4783 9800.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.