We’re supporting our community to control invasive weeds in their local area.
Removing invasive weeds from our community matters because weeds change the natural balance of native plants, insects and animals. Many of our plants can’t be found anywhere else; many are endangered and need our help to thrive.
Click on any of the below images to head to the Northland Regional Council’s Pest Hub to find out more information on specific pest plants, including control methods:
Get involved
Local community groups have been working for many years to reduce the number of invasive plant species in our city. Their dedication and hard work have made a significant impact on the fight against weeds in Whangārei.
Have you thought about joining a local weed group, or maybe even starting your own? Your hands-on support could make a huge difference in safeguarding our delicate local ecosystem.
Contact us at info@tiakinawhangarei.co.nz and we can help connect you with a local volunteer group, or set you up with all you need to get started tackling invasive weeds in your area!
Follow these awesome Facebook groups listed below for news and updates on local weed groups and events:
🌱 Weeds in New Zealand
🌱 Bream Head Conservation Trust Education
🌱 Plant ID Aotearoa
🌱 New Zealand Plant Conservation Network (NZPCN)
Understanding invasive plant species is important to combat their spread in Whangārei. Keep an eye on Tiakina Whangārei’s Facebook page for some gardening tips to keep your backyard thriving with native plants, tips on how to identify and remove weeds, and share all of the awesome success stories around our city!
