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Chilean needle grass

Chilean needle grass – no es bueno!

Chilean needle grass (Nassella neesiana) has been present in Marlborough since the 1940s and is a significant agricultural pest weed. It is now established at several…

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Keep Tasman free from phragmites

Phragmites is an aggressive, fast-growing waterway and wetland pest. It’s one of nine harmful weeds on MPI’s National Interest Pest Response list because it can have…

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SolarBee deals to duckweed

It floats like a butterfly and stirs like a bee – a SolarBee that is.

A SolarBee mixer was installed on the Upper Tākaka wastewater treatment plant…

Poutama overview after earthworks

Poutama Creek facelift completed

It may look a bit disturbed right now, but once we’ve finished and Mother Nature has had a chance to work, Richmond’s Poutama Creek will resemble…

Gisbourne Cockroach

See you later pest invader

Cockroaches are common household pests in most parts of Aotearoa, with over 30 known species present, most of which are native bush varieties that feed on…

Ant behaviour and control

Effective ant control depends on correctly identifying the species, as different types require different treatment methods.

The two most common ant invaders of homes in Tasman are…

Parks, reserves and track closures

Four reserves closed to vehicles
Due to ongoing issues with damage, the following reserves are closed to vehicles:

Firestones Reserve (Lee Valley)
Twin Bridges Reserve (Aniseed Valley)
White Gates Reserve…