Giving our native wildlife & forests a chance to thrive again by working towards a Predator Free Whangārei
Predator Free Whangārei is a collaborative project between local community groups, private landowners and government agencies to restore our native flora and fauna.
Our vision is to see our native birds flourish, our ecosystems restored and our communities strengthened.
The Possum Free Whangārei Heads project is asking for help from the community to report possum sightings from the area.
We recently said ka kite to Su Sinclair, who was the Operations Lead for Predator Free Whangārei. We welcomed a familiar face into the new role with a Q&A – let’s get to know Zac more!
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The Possum Free Whangārei Heads project is asking for help from the community to report possum sightings from the area.
One of New Zealand's first mainland possum eradication projects is happening in our district on the stunning Whangārei Heads peninsula. This project covers over 9,000ha of diverse landscapes from farmlands and forests to beaches and residential areas.
197
Landowners supporting this important mahi
4500+
Hectares covered from landowner agreements
900+
Hectares currently 'live' with active devices, becoming a possum-free zone soon
1000+
Toxin stations, traps, and trail cameras installed
This project builds on decades of dedicated and successful community predator control mahi. This project has only been made possible following decades of tireless volunteering, passion and hard work from local landcare groups and the wider community. We extend our thanks to all those who have supported this mahi in the past and to all those who continue to contribute as we move forward towards our predator free vision.