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Hunua Falls reopens

Media advisory
27 August 2015

Hunua Falls reopens

Hunua Falls, including the car park and access to the picnic area, has re-opened to the public following stage two of the Hunua pest control programme. The rest of the parklands remain closed.

Project Director Mace Ward says Hunua Falls was excluded from the toxic 1080 bait application area and has been reopened first to allow public access over the weekend.

“People are keen to get back into the Hunua Ranges regional parklands after the closures for the pest control programme and Hunua Falls is a popular weekend destination, so we’ve opened this area ahead of the weekend.

“The rest of the parklands, which includes Hunua Ranges, Waharau and Whakatiwai regional parks, will stay closed for a few more days to ensure the best possible uptake of bait by pest animals,” he says.

Tracks leading from the Hunua Falls area into the regional park are closed and safety signs and barriers are in place.

Important information – for when the parks reopen:
· 1080 is a deadly toxin – anyone visiting the ranges area must observe warning signs and ensure that children do not touch or eat the toxic baits.
· Dogs are also at risk – dog owners are advised to avoid taking dogs into the operational area until the caution period is over and warning signs are removed. Those who choose to bring their dogs to areas of the parks (where dogs are allowed) or near to the operational area should supervise them closely to prevent scavenging of carcasses and consider muzzling the dog if it is off-lead. If you suspect your dog has been poisoned, induce vomiting and immediately go to a vet.

The next (and final) stage of the operation will be in 7-10 days – depending on the weather – which will see the regional parks closed again.

For more information about the Hunua pest control project, including park closure details, see www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/hunuaproject or phone 09 301 0101.

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