QPRC makes controversial Dunns Creek Rd call amid warning of irreversible damage to wildlife haven

Key points

• Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council has voted to pursue a route for the Dunns Creek Road that runs through the Wandiyali~Environa Wildlife Sanctuary. Mayor Kenrick Winchester said the route was the community's expected option, adopted by the former Queanbeyan City Council in 2015.
• The Australian Wildlife Conservancy warned the decision risks irreversible damage to threatened species living in the sanctuary. Councillor Katrina Willis cast the only vote against, citing unfunded infrastructure commitments.
• The council will now prepare a biodiversity assessment and seek funding assurances for Stage One.