Exclusion species Nassella tussock, Chilean needle grass, and Alligator weed
News from Greater Wellington Regional Council
Dangerous pests Nassella tussock, Chilean needle grass, and Alligator weed have yet to take hold in our region, and the council is urging the community to make use of its pest control services to help keep it that way.
Regional Councillor and Environment Chair Penny Gaylor says keeping these species out of the region is especially important because of the threat they pose to te taiao (the natural environment), and our way of life.
“These species in particular are a priority for us all year round, as they’re able to survive and spread throughout winter. We’re asking people to get familiar with what they look like, and keep an eye out when working or enjoying the outdoors.
Photo of exclusion
species Nassella tussock, Chilean needle grass, and
Alligator weed
Greater Wellington Councillor and
Environment Chair Penny Gaylor says keeping these species
out of the region is especially important because of the
threat they pose to te taiao (the natural environment), and
our way of life.
“These species in particular are a
priority for us all year round, as they’re able to survive
and spread throughout winter. We’re asking people to get
familiar with what they look like, and keep an eye out when
working or enjoying the outdoors.
“Pest plants can
be just as harmful to our environment as pest animals. They
Councillors gave their
approval for consultation to begin on 28 June, running until
28 July 2021.
Natasha Tod, Group Manager Strategy,
Growth & Recovery says during the engagement phase
earlier in the year Council staff heard from the community
on a range of issues around kept animals.
“We heard
from the community that most people were comfortable with
the rules in the current Bylaw however did want some tweaks
and additions to reduce health and safety risk, and in the
prevention of nuisance.
“We now want to seek
feedback on our draft 2021 Bylaw to ensure that the proposed
revisions reflect the needs of our community,” Ms Tod
News from Kāpiti Coast District Council
The Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking the community’s feedback on an updated Keeping of Animals, Bees & Poultry Bylaw 2010.
Councillors gave their approval for consultation to begin on 28 June, running until 28 July.
Natasha Tod, Group Manager Strategy, Growth & Recovery says during the engagement phase earlier in the year Council staff heard from the community on a range of issues around kept animals.
“We heard from the community that most people were comfortable with the rules in the current Bylaw however did want some tweaks and additions to reduce health and safety risk, and in the prevention of nuisance.