What might seem strange to some is tradition to others, none more so than the Collinsville Bacon Busters wild pig hunting competition which kicks into gear for its eighth annual outing this weekend.
“Back, bigger and better than ever” the Bacon Buster will return on Saturday, August 20 at Collinsville Football Grounds, welcoming hundreds to take part in its celebration of community, as well as its eradication of wild pigs.
More than 200 entrants signed up last year for what is the town’s biggest annual event – clearing five tonnes of wild pig from the surrounding area over a three-day period.
Although centred around pig hunting, the three day event, which includes the Bacon Busters weigh in, is flanked by others: live musical entertainment, food vans, touch football, carnival rides, a licenced bar and market stalls, dog jumping, ute and “Iron Man” competitions, as well as car and bike shows.
It has in the past drawn odd looks and ire from animal activists - but organisers are steadfast that the event is an excellent one for the small town. A claim backed by Whitsunday Regional Councillors, who also note the event’s environmental importance: culling an invasive pest.
Previously, Bacon Busters has supported charities like Rural Aid and Aussie Farmers, and in 2022 they are proudly fundraising for RACQ CQ Rescue.
Organisers say it has “wider benefits for the community of Collinsville” by “uniting as well as reinvigorating [Collinsville’s] community with a sense of purpose, pride and well-being.”
What: Collinsville Bacon Busters
Where: Collinsville Football Club
When: Saturday, August 20
One of the region’s much-loved events is back this weekend: Collinsville Bacon Busters
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