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New book invites children to be ‘nature heroes’ too

February 9, 2021 by Kate Guthrie

New book invites children to be ‘nature heroes’ too

New Zealand Nature Heroes by Gillian Candler (Published by Potton and Burton) is a book I would have loved to have received as a child. Intended for an 8-14 years age group, it is pitched as ‘inspiration and activities for young conservationists’ and the book is exactly that. Each section … [Read more...] about New book invites children to be ‘nature heroes’ too

Filed Under: Schools, Success stories, Volunteers

Hidden haven off Coromandel’s 309 Road

December 14, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

Hidden haven off Coromandel’s 309 Road

Take a drive along Coromandel’s spectacular scenic 309 Road and there’s a spot, somewhere around halfway between Coromandel town and Whitianga where a tarseal street branches off from the famous winding gravel 309. A steel security gate stops the curious from venturing any further without an … [Read more...] about Hidden haven off Coromandel’s 309 Road

Filed Under: Success stories, Volunteers

Mamaku Point ranger doesn’t let age hold him back

November 23, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

Mamaku Point ranger doesn’t let age hold him back

Ernie Mason remembers that growing up, helping his parents break in their farm, he was always a kid for the bush… always hunting. Its a love that’s stayed with him throughout his working life. At 72 years old Ernie is still going strong, working around 15 days per month as biosecurity ranger at … [Read more...] about Mamaku Point ranger doesn’t let age hold him back

Filed Under: Success stories, Volunteers

Aaron and Raine team up to tackle predators at Shelly Beach

October 19, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

Aaron and Raine team up to tackle predators at Shelly Beach

On the Coromandel Peninsula, individuals and organisations are coming together to tackle predators and protect the local wildlife and stunning surroundings. This is just one of their stories. Aaron McFarlane and his family are first-time holiday park owners. Aaron McFarlane “My parents … [Read more...] about Aaron and Raine team up to tackle predators at Shelly Beach

Filed Under: Businesses, Success stories, Volunteers

Dave Edwards aims to make Sentinel possum traps more user friendly

September 15, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

Dave Edwards aims to make Sentinel possum traps more user friendly

Traps need a powerful spring mechanism to kill humanely and that can make them difficult and a bit daunting to set, especially traps designed for larger pests and predators like possums and ferrets. Dave Edwards is a retired engineer, long-time community trapper (for Bay of Plenty kiwi and kōkako … [Read more...] about Dave Edwards aims to make Sentinel possum traps more user friendly

Filed Under: Researchers/innovators, Success stories, Volunteers

Ancient totara dune forest becomes new Southland reserve

September 8, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

Ancient totara dune forest becomes new Southland reserve

In the far south of the South Island, in Otatara, Southland, there is a totara dune forest where ancient trees bend and twist and brace themselves against the prevailing winds. Sculpted by the winds, they grow in unusual shapes on the higher parts of the dry sand dunes. Windblown totara trees … [Read more...] about Ancient totara dune forest becomes new Southland reserve

Filed Under: Success stories, Volunteers

Fenced in felines – keeping cats and wildlife safe

July 20, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

Fenced in felines – keeping cats and wildlife safe

Barbara Clarke’s cats, Sammy and Smudge enjoy a fantastic view over the Pukawa bush reserve from their favourite sunspot on the deck. But because they're indoor cats that’s as close as they get to the rich birdlife and insect life in the adjacent forest. Indoor cat, Sammy enjoys the sun on the … [Read more...] about Fenced in felines – keeping cats and wildlife safe

Filed Under: Success stories, Volunteers

97-year-old comes to aid of Moeraki penguins

July 13, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

97-year-old comes to aid of Moeraki penguins

While others may have been more idle than usual during the recent Covid 19 Lockdown, 97-year-old Peter Whitehead was busy in his workshop building trapboxes to help protect the local yellow-eyed penguins – and he’s still busy. Peter Whitehead works on a trapbox. Photo: Alison MacTavish. “I’ve … [Read more...] about 97-year-old comes to aid of Moeraki penguins

Filed Under: Success stories, Volunteers

‘Didymo Dave’ makes trout lures from stoat tails

June 1, 2020 by Kate Guthrie

‘Didymo Dave’ makes trout lures from stoat tails

Got a freshly dead stoat in your trap? Want to feed your family a tasty meal. No – we’re not offering up stoat recipes here. But the black tip of a stoat’s tail makes a great fishing lure for catching trout and if you’re keen to give a stoat tail fly a go, Taupo’s ‘Didymo Dave’ Cade is just the man … [Read more...] about ‘Didymo Dave’ makes trout lures from stoat tails

Filed Under: Success stories, Volunteers

Guidance for Alert Level 2

May 13, 2020 by admin

Guidance for Alert Level 2

New Zealand is moving to Level 2 at midnight 13th May (this evening). This is great news, as most people will be able to resume predator control activities on public land. We recommend you check with the manager of the land in case they have any special requirements at Level 2 The general … [Read more...] about Guidance for Alert Level 2

Filed Under: Businesses, Farmers, Researchers/innovators, Schools, Success stories, Volunteers

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