The Marlborough District Council carries out pest management to protect the economic and ecological sustainability of the district. Its responsibility for pest management is set out in a policy framework prescribed under the council's Regional Policy Statement.
The Biosecurity Act 1993 enables the Council to monitor and determine the presence and impacts of pests and to prepare and notify regional pest management strategies. A particular pest can only be classified through a statutory process outlined in the Biosecurity Act, by formulating either a National or Regional Pest Management Strategy.
Regional Pest Management Strategy
The Council currently has in place a Regional Pest Management Strategy for the Marlborough region. This Strategy became operative on 1 July 2007. The Strategy will remain in force for a period of five years. A free copy of the Strategy is available from the Council's office, Seymour Street, Blenheim or by phoning the Customer Services Offices.
Ths new Strategy replaces the September 2001 Strategy.
Where Can I See a Copy of the Strategy?
Copies of the Strategy are held in several libraries around central New Zealand, as well as at the Council's offices. Click HERE for the locations.
Download a Free Copy of the Strategy
2007 Regional Pest Management Strategy (RPMS)
The Regional Pest Management Strategy and Appendices are in .pdf format and Acrobat Reader will be required to view the contents. Click HERE to download your free copy of Acrobat Reader.
Operational Plans
Each year the Council prepares an Operational Plan that identifies activities undertaken by the Council in implementing the Strategy, reports on performance targets and comments on relevant issues.
National Bovine TB Pest Management Strategy
The Council also has a responsibility to provide a service to the Animal Health Board, under the National Pest Management Strategy for Bovine Tuberculosis. This involves the management and control of feral animals such as possums and ferrets that carry Tb.
Click HERE to find out more about Bovine Tb.
Other Activities
Regional Weedbusters Awards 2006
Weedbusters Awards are about recognising the dedication and commitment of community groups, organisations and individuals. The awards pay tribute to 'local heroes' who give their time to enhance the environment, and who help raise awareness of weed issues within the community.
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