Public Awareness Titles
Promoting positive understanding of pest control

Links are provided below where publications can be downloaded free or, if you wish to order printed copies, follow the purchasing instructions. Note: all prices are GST-inclusive.

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Questions and Answers on 1080

Answers commonly asked questions about possum control and the use of 1080. Written for the general public, it contains up-to-date research-based material, and assists people to assess the relative risks and benefits of the possum control programme. Format: 20 A5 pages, colour cover, black & white content.

Free online copy OR purchase printed copy: $7.00

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Protect Your Animals from 1080

Provides background information about accidental poisoning of non-target vertebrate species, including cats, pigs, sheep, deer, rabbits horses, man, birds and dogs. Information includes species' susceptibility, symptoms and diagnosis, prevention, emergency treatment and environmental issues. Intended as information to landowners and the general public.

Suitable for use as a handout and for letter box drops by agencies responsible for 1080 operations. Available in 3 versions, each with contact information specific to the agency (see below). Format: DL-size, 3-fold brochure, in 2 colours.

Online copy C2.AHB for use by the Animal Health Board

Online copy C2.DOC for use by the Department of Conservation

Online copy C2.RC for use by Regional Councils

Purchase printed copy: $2.50

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1080 and Dogs Don’t Mix Brochure

A checklist for dog-owners of precautions to take to minimise risks of 1080 poisoning. Also includes a section on recognising signs of 1080 poisoning and an action plan for cases of accidental poisoning. Format: DL-size, 3-fold brochure, in colour

Free online copy OR purchase printed copy: $2.50

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The Possum Busters are Coming Brochure (1080 Health & Safety brochure)

A brochure aimed at the parents and caregivers of preschool children for use by agencies and contractors as part of pre-operational public awareness initiatives. Developed by NPCA in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Medical Officers of Health as part of the schools’ package.

Available in 3 versions, each with contact information specific to the agency responsible for the 1080 operation (see below). Format: DL-size three fold brochure, in colour.

Online copy C4.AHB for use by the Animal Health Board

Online copy C4.DOC for use by the Department of Conservation

Online copy C4.RC for use by Regional Councils

Purchase printed copy: $2.50

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Cholecalciferol - Its use for Possum and Rodent Control

A brochure covering a number of aspects on cholecalciferol use for possum and rodent control. Includes information on how cholecalciferol works, what it looks like, the risks to humans and animals and how to keep safe when using it. Format: DL-size, 3-fold brochure, in colour.

Free online copy OR Purchase printed copy: $2.50

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Cyanide - Its use for Possum Control

A brochure covering aspects on cyanide use for possum control. Includes information on what cyanide looks like, the risks to humans and animals and how keep safe when using it. Format: DL-size, 3-fold brochure, in colour.

Free online copy OR purchase printed copy: $2.50

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brodifacoum:its use for possum and rodent control in forests and farmland

An information booklet about brodifacoum; who uses it and why, the risks to humans and animals, and safety aspects of its use. Format: 12-page A5, black/white content with colour cover, or full colour.

Free online copy OR purchase printed copy: $10.00 black/white content or $12.50 full colour