Bay of Planty Regional Council celebrates pest wins despite growing catfish concerns

Bay of Planty Regional Council celebrates pest wins despite growing catfish concerns

Mathew NashLocal Democracy Reporter, Rotorua·Rotorua Daily Post·20 Sep, 2026 06:00 PM4 mins to read‌Catfish numbers have risen in Rotorua's lakes. Photo / Richard Robinson / NZME Catfish numbers have risen in Rotorua's lakes. Photo / Richard Robinson / NZME Wallabies have been eradicated in one forest and a lake restored – but catfish, crabs and some pest plants are spreading in the Bay of Plenty, a new report shows.The Bay of Plenty Regional Council says it is “winning” the battle against invasive species despite the mixed results. The

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