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Australia plans A$28m barriers to stop invasive cane toads spreading

The Times of India | Nov 5, 2026 3:58 AM EST

A new project involving Curtin University and Rio Tinto seeks to establish a waterless barrier for cane toads. The initiative intends to protect Western Australia's Pilbara area from the ecologically damaging species. Researchers plan to modify water sources over a significant area to prevent the toads' survival. Traditional Owners have been engaged throughout the project to ensure cultural significance is respected.

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