Help us make Auckland pest free
Getting around Auckland is risky for us native birds. But there is a plan to make it safer, by turning Auckland into a pest-free haven.
The good news is you only need to do one simple thing in your backyard to make a difference this spring. And if you do all three, it'll make a huge difference.
Watch: Auckland's Pest Free progress
We're making progress protecting native species, enhancing their habitats and eradicating pests. Find out how.
1. Place traps
Rid your home and backyard of rats & possums.
2. Pull weeds
Clear your backyard of pest plants.
3. Plant natives
Plant natives to feed the birds and bees.
Motuihe Island – pest free since 2005
Meet the Motuihe Trust, community volunteers who have been working hard to keep the island pest free since 2005.
Protect the Hauraki Gulf during Labour Weekend
Planning on heading out on the Hauraki Gulf this long weekend? Spare a thought for kauri, kiwi, takahe and our rare sea birds.
Quiz: Can you guess our native trees from a single leaf?
Take this quiz and find out how many native trees you can identify from just a single leaf.
Help make Auckland a pest-free haven
Find out how you can help make Auckland a pest-free haven.
How to attract birds to your garden
Check out these easy tips to make your garden a top destination for New Zealand birds.
Top 10 birds to spot in your backyard
Go bird spotting and see what you can discover in your own backyard or a nearby park.
Rats go nuts for peanut butter
A new twist on trapping will see pests go nuts over peanut butter.
Franklin's pests in firing line
Predator Free Franklin has won a Mayoral Conservation Award.
Conservation heroes honoured at Mayoral Awards
Everyday environmental heroes doing good!
Find a pest-free community group near you
Community groups across Auckland are always happy to welcome new members.
