Why are rabbits making a comeback? | ABC NEWS

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One of Australia's worst pests is back in a big way - rabbit numbers are booming and they're invading gardens, golf courses and even the lawns of Parliament House. With the Calicivirus no longer effective and a new biocontrol still years away, experts fear this could be the beginning of a new wave. ABC Loop heads out with a professional pest controller to see firsthand what's happening. Video by Luke Radford and Cale Matthews. Note: In most cases, our captions are auto-generated. #ABCNEWS #ABCNEWSAustralia

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