Hon. Amanda Dorn questions the Minister for the Environment regarding delays in wildlife relocation licensing at Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park, citing joey deaths from parasitic disease and seeking expedited action.

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14 May 2026
Portfolio
the Environment

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Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park—Joeys409.Hon Amanda Dornto
theMinister for the Environment:I refer to the
Metropolitan Cemeteries Board's engagement with the Department of Biodiversity,
Conservation and Attractions on wildlife relocation licensing at Pinnaroo Valley
Memorial Park where veterinary evidence documents the annual winter deaths of joeys
from parasitic disease.(1) On what basis has DBCA advised the MCB
that an expected 18-month scientific study must be completed before a
relocation licence will be considered?(2) What is the status of DBCA's
consideration of wildlife relocation licensing at Pinnaroo, and by what date
will a determination be made?(3) Given the imminent winter and the
documented deaths of Pinnaroo joeys at this time of year, will the minister
direct DBCA to expedite the process, and if no to (3), why not?

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This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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