Kangaroo Grass is subject to a Sustained Control programme as part of the Regional Pest Management Plan 2024 (RPMP). It has a relatively limited distribution with higher densities confined to a small number of areas within Marlborough. The long term goal is to ensure the infestations are maintained at low levels and where in higher density, contained to those defined areas.
Land occupiers with Kangaroo Grass on their property are required to destroy all plants before they produce seed each year. An exception of areas that fall within a Containment Area, where all plants within 5 m of the Containment Area boundary must be destroyed before they produce seed. Council can work with occupiers to develop and agree on a Management Plan for their property. This can also include assistance by way of Council undertaking the management of the plant if it will provide the best long term result.
