Residents hopping mad as rabbit numbers rise Parts of Gulf Harbour are seeing a dramatic rise in rabbit numbers. Residents spoken to by Hibiscus Matters say they are frequently seeing rabbits in their gardens and on neighbouring properties, as well as on a nearby reserve, and that this is very unusual. Advice given to residents by Auckland Council was to purchase poison pellets called Pindone. Some are hesitant to put these out, however, because of the potential harm to pets. Council advises they have seen no increase in rabbits at Shakespear Regional Park nearby. However, rabbit numbers are up on the golf course at Gulf Harbour Country Club.