Episode 13

Tasman Report – Episode 13

Pests, bird life and the big environmental picture

In Episode 13 of Tasman Report, we look at some of the environmental issues affecting the Tasman District – from the threat posed by Taiwan cherry to the region’s remarkable bird life.

In this episode

Golden Bay Community Board

Grant Knowles discusses the Board’s August meeting and the issues affecting the Golden Bay community.

Taiwan cherry – a noxious pest

It may sound like a cocktail, but Taiwan cherry is a noxious pest. Lindsay Barber, Tasman District Council Senior Biosecurity Officer with the Environmental Services Team, explains what it is, why it matters and what to do if you find it.

For more details check out this website: https://www.tasman.govt.nz/my-region/environment/environmental-management/pests-and-weeds Or call: Tasman District Council: Phone 03 543 8400 Nelson City Council: Phone 03 546 0200

Tasman’s bird life

Council ecologist with the Environmental Services Team, Matt Moss introduces some of the remarkable bird life found across Tasman and explains more about the region’s natural environment.

Environmental Services – the bigger picture Rob Smith, Group Manager Environmental Services, talks about the wider work of Council’s Environmental Services team.

Bird flu surveillance A reminder about what to do if you encounter sick or dead wild birds. If you see three or more sick or dead wild birds together, report them to MPI on 0800 80 99 66.