K'gari

K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) is a World Heritage-listed sand island off the coast of Queensland, Australia, known for its unique ecosystem and dingo population. Recent news focuses on the tragic death of a 19-year-old Canadian tourist, Piper James, who was found dead on a beach on the island, surrounded by dingoes. Following the incident, the Queensland government announced the decision to euthanize a pack of ten dingoes believed to be linked to her death. This decision has sparked controversy, with dingo experts warning that the culling could push the island's dingo population towards an 'extinction vortex' and may not effectively prevent future incidents. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges of managing human-wildlife interactions on K'gari and the ethical considerations surrounding wildlife management in the wake of human tragedies.