New Conservation Minister Maggie Barry explains her stance on the use of 1080 poison to control predators on conservation land.
We are now engaged in a serious battle to save our native birds from eco-invaders.
Ridding New Zealand of introduced pests is essential if we want to preserve our vulnerable birdlife and biodiversity. Kiwi, kea and whio (blue duck) and many iconic birds will be wiped out, unless we take effective action now.