The Rabbit-Proof Fence (Australian Infrastructure)

The Rabbit-Proof Fence in Australia is a series of security fences built in the early 20th century to control the spread of rabbits, an invasive species damaging farmland and native ecosystems. Stretching over 3,000 kilometers across Western Australia, the fences act as barriers to contain the rabbits and protect agricultural areas. They are considered significant infrastructure because they demonstrate early efforts at ecological management and support sustainable farming practices. The fences also hold cultural importance, reflecting historical responses to environmental challenges and introducing ongoing discussions about land use, invasive species control, and Indigenous heritage in Australia.