News News
Donkey Paddock Celebration
Horticulturists sentenced for the illegal importation of insects
Two horticulturists, who pleaded guilty earlier this year to charges related to the illegal importation of the predatory mirid bug, Macrolophus pygmaeus, appeared in the Auckland District Court today for sentencing.
17th AWC - Christchurch
The 17th Australasian Weeds Conference is taking place 26 – 30 September 2010 in Christchurch. The early bird registration has been extended to Friday 18 June. All information can be found on the website www.17awc.org.
Inaugural New Zealand Biosecurity Month – July 2010
We are unilaterally declaring July 2010 to be the first ever annualNZ BIOSECURITY MONTH.
- Biosecurity protects the health and future of New Zealand – our environment, our economy, our people – from invasive pests.
- All New Zealanders have a role to play in keeping our country safe from pests.
- Biosecurity protects the natural identity of our country.
Future of Pest Management
Tēnā koutou
The Pest Management Proposed National Plan of Action 2010 - 2035 is open for public consultation
Please see the link to the MAF Biosecurity website where you will find the plan, frequently asked questions and a submission guide. These documents are also attached below. http://wlwst210.dmz.maf.govt.nz/pests/surv-mgmt/mgmt/future-project
How to make a submission
Submissions may be emailed to fopm@maf.govt.nz. Written submissions can be posted to Future of Pest Management Consultation, MAF Biosecurity New Zealand, PO Box 2526, Wellington 6140.
Submissions close on Monday 19 July 2010.
... Read MoreAWARD NOMINATIONS
Nominations are now open for the Peter Ingram Award and the Peter Nelson Memorial Trophy, both presented each year at NETS to individuals or organisations for achievements in pest management and/or education in biosecurity.
Request for Input
Landcare Research is interested in synthesising and subsequently publishing views on the 20 most important issues in pest management for biodiversity protection in NZ. We are therefore seeking your views on the following question:
What, from your perspective, are the most important questions in terrestrial weed, pest, and disease research and management that need to be addressed in the next 20 years for protecting and restoring native biodiversity and ecosystems in NZ?
Email your responces here.
NETS2010 Registration Open NOW
Click here to view and download a NETS2010 Registration Brochure
or Register online NOW
on the seas and oceans,
We shall fight pests
with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our Islands
on the beaches and coastlines,
We shall fight pests
in the forests and the wetlands,
We shall fight pests
in the fields and in the streets,
We shall fight pests
in the hills and tussocklands;
We shall never surrender!
Priority Needs for Biosecurity Science
Last year, MAFBNZ implemented a new biosecurity science system as outlined in the Biosecurity Science Strategy (2007). MAFBNZ established three sectoral science advisory groups (aquatic, animal and plant focused) and a cross sectoral advisory group, bringing together a wide range of expertise across biosecurity.
... Read MoreInvitation to attend
Queensland Pest Animal Symposium
The Symposium will address the management of pest animal impacts through prevention, containment, and monitoring. A rich and diverse program will be offered featuring international and national speakers who will share their in-depth industry-wide knowledge and skills. For more information please visit here.... Read More
PMANZ
Pest Management Association NZ
New Link added to site. The Pest Management Association of New Zealands (PMANZ) website has been added to the links page. PMANZ mission is to communicate the role of pest management as protectors of food, health, property and the environment, and to promote education and The president is Eric Van Essen of Ecolab and secretary is Marja Verkerk.... Read MoreNETS2010 Call for Papers
Know How, Can Do, Job Done!
CALL FOR PAPERS – deadline now extended to 12 February 2010... Read More
Hamish Saunders Memorial Island Survey Program
Volunteers needed to assist in the flora and fauna survey of various islands in Macquarie Harbour, Western Tasmania.
'Weed Manager' Manual
Do you think the Department of Conservation should produce a revised and updated 'Weed Manager' manual?
The ‘Weed Manager’ was published by the Department of Conservation in 2000. The revised manual would record updated information about the recognition and control of 300 weeds and would be produced as an A5 hard copy colour manual and a CD.
Lynley Hayes - Weeds 'the ticking timebomb'
8th September 2009
Lynley Hayes, Programme Leader, Biocontrol of Weeds, Landcare Research, talked today on National Radio about the ticking timebomb that weeds pose to New Zealand's precious natural heritage.
Listen to the interview by clicking here.
NETS Registration Open
20th July 2009
.jpg)
Online registration to NETS2009 is now open!
Learn of the Remarkable Changes in biosecurity over the 30 years since the last time the seminar was held in Queenstown.
New Central North Island Executive Representative
8th July 2009
The Executive would like to welcome Dave Hodges as the new representative for the Central North Island Branch.
Tutsan
29th June 2009
Competition Winner
11th June 2009
James Lambie of Horizons was randomly selected from the correct entries as the winner of the Website Launch Competition. James recieves 1 years subs to NZBI and a $50 garden centre voucher. Well done James.... Read MoreNew MAFBNZ Representative on Executive
4th June 2009
John Sanson is Team Manager of National Coordination for MAF Biosecurity New Zealand Post Border Directorate and is replacing Andrew Harrison as the MAFBNZ representative on the NZBI Executive.... Read More
Saddleback on the South Island for the first time in 140 years
16th April 2009
For the first time in 140 years tieke (South Island Saddleback) are on the South Island mainland. A partnership between the University of Otago's Zoology Department and Orokonui Ecosanctuary, with the support of Peregrine wines and iwi, has just brought a founding population of 40 tieke to the Ecosanctuary.
Photo by Dave Curtis
NZ biosecurity, biodiversity expert’s work recognised with high award
Professor Mick Clout was awarded the Sir Peter Scott Award for Conservation Merit at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress, held in Barcelona, October 5–14 2008.
... Read More
New Website Launched
3rd April 2009
Welcome to the new website of the New Zealand Biosecurity Institute.
We hope the new website will encourage you to join if you are not already a member and participate in the activities and discussions of the NZBI if you are.
Enter our competition and win $50 gardening voucher and 1 year NZBI membership subscription.
... Read MoreNETS 2009
19th March 2009
NETS2009 Call for Papers... Read More
Managing KNEs in Greater Wellington
Summer 08
Since 2000, Key Native Ecosystems (KNEs) have been defined as areas of prime native habitat of regional significance situated on private land. They are primarily native forest remnants but also include wetlands, dune lands and coastal escarpments with significant native flora and fauna values.
... Read More
New Protect Editor - Profile
Summer 08
Lynne Huggins is the new editor of the Protact magazine. This is her profile....
... Read More
