Attack on farm animals upsets

Brisbane Water Secondary College acting principal Mr Frank Gasper said an incident last month involving the death of one of the school's farm animals was "very upsetting".

Two intruders broke into the school after hours on March 5 and killed one animal, injuring two others.

The following day police were called to the school after the animals were found.

"Such incidents are extremely rare at this school despite the fact that our site has been so exposed to intruders because of the lack of a perimeter fence," Mr Gasper said.

Mr Gasper said the school was in the process of having a security fence completed.

"Hopefully this alone will act as a deterrent to prospective intruders," Mr Gasper said.

According to police, a large white duck had been killed after suffering injuries to its wing, back and head.

Police also found two pigs to have injuries to their legs and eyes.

Police said they later spoke with two 14-year-old boys who were taken to the police station.

Investigations into the matter continue.

Mr Gasper said the staff and students "devote so much of their time and emotional energy" into preparing the agricultural animals for shows.

"We are sure that this will not affect their determination to maintain the outstanding performances they have already achieved," Mr Gasper said.

Clare Graham, 12 Apr 2007