Latest / Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Herds of Special Interest Debate | Auckland News
A new bill just passed in Parliament letting certain introduced animals like Fiordland wapiti and sika be labeled as “herds of special interest” — meaning they won’t be fully eradicated. Minister James Meager says it fixes a legal conflict and helps native ecosystems by controlling browsing pressure, while also keeping hunting accessible for everyday Kiwis. But conservation group Forest and Bird is furious, calling it a backdoor for wealthy trophy hunters to turn national parks into exclusive hunting grounds — and warns it harms native species. Meager dismisses the criticism as…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.