Roaming cats kill 18 million native animals as WA legislation stalls
In five months, an estimated 18 million native animals and nearly 4,000 pet cats have been killed due to roaming cats, while legislation intended to address the issue remains stalled in Western Australian Parliament. Dr. Bruce Webber criticized the delay since the Cat Amendment Bill was tabled on February 25, 2026, urging immediate action to protect biodiversity.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 07:48 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 07:50 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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