Wild deer free Kaitaia

Since 2022, there have been a number of reported sightings of deer from members of the public, and nine fallow deer have been removed. There are believed to be about 15 fallow deer remaining.

Initial engagement with iwi/hapū, landowners and other community members in the surrounding area is expected to begin in late 2026, with a project to follow in 2027. The total project area of more than 17,000 hectares will be divided into two separate blocks for the purposes of this operation.