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Australia kills dingoes linked to death of Canadian woman, sparking backlash
- Authorities euthanized six dingoes on K'gari after the death of Piper James, with plans to continue removals.
- The Butchulla traditional owners said the lack of consultation was 'unexpected and disappointing'.
- Wildlife experts warned that removing a large portion of a small dingo population could threaten genetic diversity on the island.
- Piper James's father posted about the family's heartbreak while acknowledging safety concerns.
- The coroner's autopsy cited evidence consistent with drowning and injuries from dingo bites.
- Local officials said the last fatal dingo attack on the island was years ago amid rising dingo activity.
- Queensland's environment minister defended the euthanization as a safety measure.
- Dingoes on K'gari are a small population thought to number between 70 and 200.
- Tourists and Indigenous people are urged to coexist with dingoes to prevent future incidents.
- The Canadian press covered the family's reaction to Piper James's death and the ensuing backlash.
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