Just borrowed a Flipping Timmy trap? Mount it on a tree about 1 meter high and add a ramp with a 30cm gap for easy access. Use sweet bait and a scent trail of flour and vanilla to attract possums, while keeping pets uninterested.

Native birds like korimako/bellbirds once thrived in Tamahere but have declined due to predators and habitat loss. Our goal is to make Tamahere predator-free, so korimako and other wildlife can flourish again.

Predator Free Tamahere began in mid-2022 when a few locals decided to tackle pest control to boost our local environment. We’re focusing on strong community ties, key areas like Tamahere gullies and the Waikato River edge, and making a real environmental impact