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Pest control moves to the next level in Upper Harbour
The Wai Roa ō Kahu / Upper Harbour Pest Management Strategy makes it easier to carry out pest control projects in Upper Harbour.
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Understanding exotic caulerpa around Aotea
Recent exotic caulerpa surveillance around Aotea gives insight into the extent of the pest seaweed.
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Thank you very MOTH! Pest Free moth plant competition winners announced
The results are in, and they surpass that of 2023!
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Funds offered to protect waterways
Applications to Auckland Council’s Regional Waterway Protection Fund open soon.
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No more grassing on Okupu Bay
More than 150 natives are thriving in Okupu thanks to a new approach to weed control.
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Environmental work gets a boost
Work to support the Papakura environment has received a cash boost.
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Caulerpa update shows active response
A new report shows the work being done to respond to invasive marine pest, exotic Caulerpa.
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Aotea residents help tackle pest weed problem
A new initiative educates and supports weed control measures on the island.