In Australia, dingo advocates are escalating their efforts to protect dingoes, which are currently classified as pests under Western Australian biosecurity legislation. This classification allows for culling and baiting practices that many argue are causing significant cultural and environmental harm. Proponents, including First Nations elders, environmentalists, and graziers, believe that dingoes play a crucial role as apex predators and should be regarded in a manner that reflects their ecological importance rather than as threats to livestock.

A delegation is set to visit the Western Australia Parliament to argue for an end to the culling and to push for the introduction of legal protections for dingoes. Accompanied by two dingoes, the advocates will detail how the current pest management policies adversely affect ecosystems and the cultural practices of Indigenous Australians. They aim to foster a more respectful relationship between humans and dingoes, emphasizing that the negative perceptions surrounding these animals can undermine broader conservation efforts.

The advocacy group Defend the Wild, led by Alix Livingstone, has been vocal in its campaign, stressing that recognizing dingoes' cultural value is essential to changing public policy. As dingoes are integral to many Indigenous cultures, the outcome of this advocacy may set a precedent for how wildlife is managed in Australia, influencing not only legal frameworks but also public attitudes towards native species and environmental stewardship.