Wasp Wipeout at 10: $2m boost to expand wasp control nationwide

The ten-year-old Stuff campaign, Wasp Wipeout, initiated by the Nelson Mail, has received a significant $2 million government funding boost to roll out its wasp control program nationwide. This expansion aims to tackle wasp populations that threaten local ecosystems and human health by causing allergic reactions and spreading diseases. The increased funding underscores the government's commitment to addressing invasive species and improving public health, signaling a broader push to manage and mitigate ecological impacts across the country.