Introduced from Australia in 1837 to establish a fur industry. An economic and environmental threat to New Zealand.

Introduced from Europe in the 1880s to control rabbits, they are an aggressive  and relentless hunter.

Introduced from Europe in the 1880s to control rabbits. Significant predator that preys on a variety of native birds, lizards, eggs, and insects.

The first mouse arrived in New Zealand via Australia when the ship ‘Henrietta’ ran ashore on Ruapuke Island off Stewart Island in 1824.

Named after its seed clusters that look similar to an old man’s white woolly beard. 

Also known as tobacco weed or kerosene plant because of its strong kerosene-like smell. 

Goats can travel relatively large distances and are well known for climbing or breaking down fences. 

Activities that don’t need a resource consent are classified as permitted activities in one of our regional plans or a national environmental standard.

Consultation is best to be conducted early as it will help to shape your plan and then as your plan develops, consultation should continue.

Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is reminding skippers that fishing or taking any kind of marine life from the Motiti Protection Area is banned, after 23 boaties were caught in the act over the festive season.