NSW Premier backs bounties on feral animals, facing criticism over efficacy and political motives.

NSW Premier Chris Minns supports feral animal bounties to control growing populations of cats, pigs, and goats, which threaten 70% of endangered wildlife. Critics argue bounties are ineffective and claim the government is appeasing the Shooters, Fishers, and Farmers Party. The NSW Farmers president supports the idea, stating that current methods like baiting and trapping are insufficient. The CSIRO advises that bounties rarely work, and animal welfare groups oppose the practice.