Consultation opens for proposed National Aerial Operations Plan 2027
Consultation is open from 1 August 2026 to 30 September 2026. We are proposing operations in six areas - four in Hawke's Bay and two in Otago. We are seeking feedback on boundaries, timings, impacts on commercial activities and any other operational concerns.
We're inviting feedback on the National Aerial Operations Plan 2027, which outlines our proposed TBfree pest control aerial operations for next year.
Possums are the wildlife source of TB infection in cattle and deer in New Zealand. This means key activities for the TBfree programme are:
- possum control
- livestock TB testing
- animal movement control.
We’ve significantly reduced TB infection in cattle and deer herds through careful use of biodegradable 1080.
We will use your feedback on the nature, boundaries and timing of proposed operations to help inform the final proposal.
Feedback is due by Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
Find out more about the plan, and how to submit feedback on our consultation page