Bugs and beetles join the battle!
It is not just people taking action to control weeds out at the Heads. We have two new weapons in our local arsenal. The first is the woolly nightshade lace bug (Gargaphia decoris). This biocontrol agent was released at two sites in the Heads early last year and has just been found at a new […]
Why your backyard matters
Weeds are sneaky. They start off unassuming, a small seedling, a single tree, an isolated vine. At these early stages it’s often hard to even notice them, let alone recognise the potential for destruction that they can wreak. They don’t seem to be doing much, or going anywhere. It is often not until weeds have […]
Whangarei Heads School gets a boost from Northtec Students
This was just the first step of many in ridding the school of unwanted weeds but it is great to see just what a difference a day can make. Find out more…
Wharf Rd Weed Action in Action
The Wharf Rd Weed Action team have been at it again. Clearing yet more privet and eleagnus from the coastal edge and walkway. Check out these guys in action and have a look at the before and after. Huge progress is being made and they are not done yet – they will be continuing on […]