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This page details our current operations, particularly those involving toxin use. It may also include completed operations with ongoing caution periods, where bait remnants and the carcasses of poisoned animals may pose risks to people and non-target species like dogs. Sawland Environmental welcomes any questions about its current and future operations.
Current Operations
Current Operations
2027 Gouland Aerial
2027 Gouland Aerial
Region: Northern South Island
Area: 40,306 hectares
Client: Department of Conservation
Status: Consultation and engagement in progress. Sawland will contact affected landowners and occupiers to discuss boundary issues, water supply safety and the management of any risks to dogs and livestock.
2027 Wangapeka Aerial
2027 Wangapeka Aerial
Region: Northern South Island
Area: 81,642 hectares
Client: Department of Conservation
Status: Consultation and engagement in progress. Sawland will contact affected landowners and occupiers to discuss boundary issues, water supply safety and the management of any risks to dogs and livestock.
Completed Operations
Completed Operations
2026 Cobb Aerial
2026 Cobb Aerial
Region: Northern South Island
Area: 71,284 hectares
Client: Department of Conservation
Status: Aerial application of bait containing 1080 was completed on 1 July 2026. Please observe precautions stated on warning signs.
2026 Molesworth-Severn Aerial
2026 Molesworth-Severn Aerial
Region: Marlborough District, South Island
Area: ~2,027 hectares
Client: TBfree – an OSPRI programme
Status: Aerial application of bait containing 1080 was completed on 12 May 2026. Please observe precautions stated on warning signs.
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