Alerts

We are currently experiencing higher than usual mouse numbers. Ensure your food is kept in sealed containers and do not leave any uneaten food in the huts.

A helicopter will be completing surveillance and control of goats in the Tongariro National Park. This work will take place between 1 May – 20 June 2024, weather dependent.

The helicopter will operate from early morning for 4–6 hours. The alpine zone may be surveyed later in the morning.

All popular access areas may be surveyed, but no control will occur in these areas.

The priority area is shown on the map. Tongariro National Park survey area proposed (PDF, 1,858K)

Deer and pigs are not being targeted. Any control efforts will be in open areas, as close as possible to reduce risks.

We are currently experiencing higher than usual mouse numbers. Ensure your food is kept in sealed containers and do not leave any uneaten food in the huts.

We are currently experiencing higher than usual mouse numbers. Ensure your food is kept in sealed containers and do not leave any uneaten food in the huts.