Our top tips for starting a pest-control group in your neighbourhood.
Decide on your goals
Be clear about which pest animals or plants you want to target. You should also decide on a time frame: how long do you expect it to take to eradicate this pest from the area? Write this information up in a plan.
Sort out your gear
Work out what equipment you’ll need and how you’ll pay for it. You could consider fundraising, asking for donations, or applying for a local board grant.
Apply for a permit
If you plan to work in a park, on private land, or on land owned by the Department of Conservation, you’ll need to get a permit.
Find some volunteers
Advertise for volunteers on a community noticeboard, or on your local Facebook page. Organise a meeting to talk about your ideas, and remember to keep in touch with anyone interested.
More information
Auckland Council's guide to controlling pest animals
