Along with over 40,000 human residents, Sunbury is home to a large population of Common Myna birds and kangaroos – and two upcoming information sessions will focus on living alongside these animals.
Organised by Hume, the first of the two sessions, running from 11am–noonon Sunday, May 4, will cover the impacts of the Common Myna to native wildlife and provide advice on how to identify and control this invasive species of bird in your own backyard.
The presentation will explain control methods including habitat modification, deterrents, and trapping – aimed at reducing their numbers and supporting native fauna.
Expert insights and a question and answer session will also be provided to attendees.
Then, from 1pm–2.30pm on Saturday, May 17, the council’s urban biodiversity team will host a session titled Kangaroos in Hume, covering topics including what to do if you hit a kangaroo while driving, how to best report injured or dead animals, and how to live safely alongside Sunbury’s wildlife.
The team will provide practical advice on reducing risks on roads, checking pouches for surviving joeys, seeking help from a local wildlife rescuer, and understanding kangaroo behaviour.
The session will focus on educating residents on how to responsibly interact with wildlife and will promote coexistence with local fauna.
Both information sessions are free and will be held at the Hume Global Learning Centre Sunbury at 44 Macedon Street.
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