In Spring 2001, Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland's magazine Wildlife Australia featured urban wildlife as its key theme. The large and varied response from subscribers indicated the need for the differing viewpoints to be heard.

Now more than ever the human/animal interface poses conservation challenges on all levels. This forum will offer a unique opportunity to discuss urban wildlife management & contribute to future strategies in an open & friendly environment.

On 14 -16 June, WPSQ will host our first Urban Wildlife Forum. With a theme of 'winners & losers in the urban landscape', the forum will provide an opportunity to meet with experts from many fields and discuss topics ranging from the overpopulation of native species, threatened species & the future management of urban wildlife habitats.

Bringing together individuals, academics and conservation officers, with stakeholders from industry and government agencies, the forum pursues a solution-based approach, which provides a great opportunity to learn about what is being achieved today & to help shape future strategies.

The native garden setting of the Bardon Centre, a stone's throw from Brisbane's Mount Cootha is the ideal setting for this fully catered three-day forum. The first two days we look at current research initiatives & management issues relating to urban wildlife populations. What directions should future urban wildlife management take? Who is responsible? How will it be achieved?

Decision-makers, strategists and experts will review the outcomes and recommendations from these two days. This will provide the framework for the formulation & implementation of effective urban wildlife management.

Registrations for this event open on 17th March, and places are limited. Accommodation is available at the centre and evening functions are being held to provide the opportunity to reinforce networking relationships and to relax in the company of some of Australia's foremost conservationists.

For more information about the poultry shed grant scheme and other activities, contact Wildlife Queensland by email or call +61 7 3221 0194.