Pest Free News
A monthly newsletter dedicated to celebrating, supporting and inspiring community-led conservation efforts across Tāmaki Makaurau. Each edition brings you the latest stories, upcoming events and practical tips.
🌿 About Pest Free Auckland
Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland is home to some of Aotearoa’s most unique and precious wildlife from tūī and kererū to rare lizards and giant kauri forests. However, many of these taonga are under threat from introduced pests such as rats, stoats and possums.
By working together to create a pest free region, we’re giving our native plants and animals a chance to thrive once again. It’s about more than just removing pests it’s about restoring healthy forests, protecting waterways and creating safe havens for future generations to enjoy. Every trap set, every pest plant removed and every local planting day brings us closer to a vibrant, resilient Auckland full of life and birdsong. Join us on this journey and be part of a city that values and protects its natural heritage.
Find out more about the Pest Free Auckland initiative.
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📰 Read the latest Pest Free News
Read the Pest Free News March 2026 to find out about kārearea in Hūnua Ranges and more
📚 Read past editions
Catch up on our previous newsletters to see what’s been happening across the region and get inspired by the mahi of local groups.
- Pest Free News February 2026 - Trapping works: the proof is in the chicks
Pest Free News December 2026 - Heralding a new era of kōkako recovery - Pest Free News November 2025 - Funding opportunity: RENH grant applications now open
💡 Share your story or idea
Do you have a story, event or project you'd like to highlight in the Pest Free News? We’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s a local success, a call for volunteers or tips and learnings from your group, your contribution can inspire others and help strengthen our collective impact.
Email us at pestfree@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz to submit your ideas.
✉️ Stay connected beyond the newsletter
Keep up with community stories, conservation wins and upcoming events throughout the month by following us on the Auckland Biodiversity Facebook page. This is where we share regular updates, photos and tips from across the region.
