Aspiring Village is proud to support New Zealand’s ambitious goal of becoming predator-free by 2050. As a community that values the beauty and song of native birds, we are committed to contributing to this vision in every way possible. One of the key actions we can take is to control the main predators that threaten our native wildlife, such as rats, stoats, and possums.
In partnership with Wanaka Backyard Trapping and the Wanaka Community Workshop, we have set up four predator traps around the outer boundaries of the village. These traps will remain in place for six months, during which time we hope to capture predators and create a safe space within Wanaka for native birds and lizards.
Through this initiative, we aim to support the conservation of our local wildlife and contribute to the broader effort of protecting New Zealand’s unique ecosystem.
