Pest Free Partner is a programme that supports businesses supplying goods or services to the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana adopt effective biosecurity practices.
It is designed for businesses who transport materials, plants or equipment to Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana islands.
Become a Pest Free Partner
Join a network of operators working together to protect the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana islands from harmful pests, including:
- contractors and tradespeople
- marinas, boating facilities
- island accommodation providers
- freight and logistics companies
- garden nurseries and plant suppliers.
As a Pest Free Partner, your business will:
- commit to island biosecurity
- reduce the risk of pests spreading to the Hauraki Gulf Islands
- support a pest free future for the Hauraki Gulf islands.
There is no fee to become an accredited Pest Free Partner.
Benefits of Pest Free Partner programme
Becoming a Pest Free Partner will:
- give you access to training and ongoing advice for staff from our biosecurity advisors
- allow you to use the Pest Free Partner logo to show your contribution in protecting the islands
- maintain your high biosecurity standards.
If needed, one of our authorised biosecurity officers from the pest detection dog team will do a site audit and inspection.
Apply for the Pest Free Partner programme
Download the form to apply for the Pest Free Partner programme.
