2026 Inaugural Trapping Competition

Registrations are now open for the inaugural Hinchinbrook Trapping Awards!

 

The inaugural Trapping Awards recognise the efforts of local landholders and volunteers helping to manage feral pigs across the Hinchinbrook Shire.

Feral pigs cause significant damage to agricultural land, wetlands, creek systems and native habitats, making ongoing management an important part of protecting our region.

 

As part of the awards, all feral pigs must be trapped and humanely euthanised in accordance with Australian Standards and the National Code of Practice for the Humane Control of Feral Pigs.

 

Trapper of the Year Award

$2,000 cash prize + $600 camera package

Participation Award

$1,500 cash prize

 

The competition runs from 1 October to 31 December 2026.

 

Image submissions for award judging must be received by 3.00pm on Friday, 15 January 2027. Images can be submitted via email, USB or SD card. It is the responsibility of participants to ensure their images have been received by HCPSL before the submission deadline.

To register or find out more, contact the Herbert Cane Productivity Services Ltd (HCPSL) team on (07) 4776 1808 or email hcpslfrontdesk@hcpsl.com.au.