After some lovely spring weather, summer has arrived with a cold snap. Plenty of rain, high winds and even snow on some peaks. It is not unusual to lose a few trees during these storms
and a few months ago we lost a magnificent eucalypt along one of our forest paths.
We cut enough wood to clear the path and decided to leave the remainder of the tree where it lay, as nature’s retaining wall.
No surprise that the mosses are thriving
but rather than just giving up, there is new life along the trunk.
The majesty of our surroundings never ceases to amaze me.
Sadly, our peaceful walks in the forest are becoming less and less enjoyable due to the ever increasing presence of a group of dogs who are free to wander and hunt, torture and kill wildlife on our property. The accompaniment of constant manic barking echoing through the trees is far from tranquil. Unfortunately, the owners consider it is a dogs right to roam freely, despite legislation that clearly states, among many other requirements, “The owner or person in charge of a dog must ensure that the dog is not at large.” It is, however, a farmers right to dispatch marauding dogs threatening livestock.
It would be nice to wander our property without the prospect of being confronted by five dogs with their blood up, we all know what animals hunting in a pack are capable of.
Some of you reading this may consider me “precious”. Whether I am or not, my dog certainly is and she is treated with the care and respect she deserves.
cannonhillchronicles 
So sad that others aren’t respectful and appreciative of their beautiful and tranquil surroundings 😥🍂
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It is very disappointing, some just don’t care that their thoughtlessness impacts on others.
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Quite right, too. I have taken video and voice recordings of said ferals on a number of occasions over the years (the dogs periodically change but the invasion remains constant). What would I do with said videos? Probably nothing although I have pondered if it’s worth the angst.
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Slip the said videos anonymously on the local councillors desk somehow ??
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Council don’t seem terribly interested in dog control, I guess it doesn’t raise any revenue.
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Can’t your local council do something about this? Michael and I can always come down for a holiday with his .22 in the luggage.
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That’s a very kind offer 🤔 Many of their dogs have gone missing over the years, presumably dealt with by local farmers but they are soon replaced and the cycle continues 🤯
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That’s disgraceful, Kathy. You shouldn’t have to put up with that.
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I wish there was an easy fix, Coral. This has been going on for years and we have had enough.
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