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19 November 2019
To Whom It May Concern,
NOTIFICATION OF IMMINENT COMMENCEMENT OF AERIAL TOXIN APPLICATION
Further to earlier communication, Vector Free Marlborough Limited (VFML) wishes to advise that aerial application of the toxin Sodium fluoroacetate (1080) to the Oparara - Grange block (refer map) in the Kahurangi predator control project area will begin from daylight on 21/11/19.
The operation is expected to take two days to complete, however commencement and completion are subject to weather.
In the event conditions on the stated day are unsuitable work will begin on the first fine day thereafter. Further notification will be provided in the event of an extended delay occurring.
The public are advised that toxin will be aerially applied onto the following roads and tracks within the Oparara – Grange block: Adams Flat Track, Box Canyon & Crazy Paving Cave Track, Fenian Track, Fenian Caves Track, Honeycomb Caves Walk, K-Road Mountain Bike Track, McCallums Mill Road and side roads (toxin application to DOC managed section only), Mirror Tarn Track, Moira Gate Track, Oparara Arch Track and Oparara Valley Track as well as a number of associated facilities. Access to these sites will be restricted while the operation is carried out and afterwards until facilities have been inspected and cleared of toxin. Closures will be in place from late afternoon on 20/11/19 and identified using signage and barrier tape. People intending to venture into the control area during this period are encouraged to contact VFML or Department of Conservation offices for up-to-date advice.
The public are reminded that warning signs indicate that pesticide residues may be present in baits or animals. Game animals should not be sold or taken for eating from within or adjacent to the project area until it is declared clear of pesticides. When signs are removed, this means you can resume normal activities in the area. Please report suspected vandalism or unauthorised removal of signs to VFML or the nearest Department of Conservation office.
The Kahurangi operation is being carried out on behalf of the Department of Conservation as part of its Tiakina Nga Manu programme to control a range of introduced predators threatening vulnerable native species. These species include whio, rock wren, kea, kaka, great spotted kiwi, Powelliphanta snails and long-tailed bats.
Additional information and maps of the Kahurangi project area may be obtained from the VFML website or by contacting us using the details below.
Kind regards,
Vector Free Marlborough Limited
Email: communications@vectorfree.co.nz
Freephone: 0508 548 008
Our mailing address is:
communications@vectorfree.co.nz
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