Possums can be a problem in your home or business. They are prone to diseases and spread parasites, and can also damage garbage cans and tear trash bags. They can also be unsanitary and defecate on pathways. It is always best to get rid of them humanely. Possums can be removed by trapping or by using chemical repellents.

The government will fund the extermination program, which will cost $20 million over four years. Businesses and local councils may also contribute money. The government has an ambitious goal to eradicate rats by 2050.…