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Usually found along the coastlines of Japan, Korea, and Malaysia, Asian paddle crabs were first detected in New Zealand in 2000. An aggressive defender of its territory, this species poses a real threat to our native crabs, commercially important shellfish, and the health of our harbours. It can also give humans a nasty nip. Where…

Welcome to our first 2026 edition of The Channel. In this issue we’ll be sharing with you the following:  Index:1. Updates from TMBC2. Biosecurity New Zealand updates 3. Our local partner updates 4. Upcoming events  We have lots to share in this edition of The Channel, so be sure to scroll down to read all the latest news from TMBC…

Seaweek is a moment in the year that invites us to slow down and look outward to the ocean, the land, and the deep connections between them. This year, as part of Seaweek 2026, we’re bringing our network together for a special edition of the TMBC Partners Forum, held outdoors on the sand at Mount…

As we move through stink bug season (1 September to 30 April), MPI is reminding New Zealanders that one of our biggest biosecurity threats could arrive hidden inside international parcels and online shopping deliveries. The Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is not currently present in New Zealand, but it is classed as an unwanted organism and remains one of…

TMBC are proud to have commissioned a new mural by local artist Arohanoa Mathews (Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui) to raise awareness of myrtle rust and inspire our community to protect our taiao. Arohanoa’s artwork, Toa o Te Taiao, highlights the growing threat of myrtle rust and its impact on our native taonga species. The piece…

New TMBC Mural Shines a Light on Myrtle Rust TMBC are proud to have commissioned a new mural by local artist Arohanoa Mathews (Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui) to raise awareness of myrtle rust and inspire our community to protect our taiao. Arohanoa’s artwork, Toa o Te Taiao, highlights the growing threat of myrtle rust and…

Our final Online Partners Forum for 2025, brought together experts and industry representatives to discuss New Zealand’s current response to the yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) discovery. Below you can download the speakers’ PowerPoints and answers to the Q&A. Q&A from the Audience Keep an eye out for the Yellow-legged hornet Please click here to download the…

Yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) have recently been sighted in the Auckland region.  This non-native pest hornet is not known to be present in New Zealand. Biosecurity New Zealand wants to hear from anyone who has seen this insect, to help us confirm there are no others in the area.   Please click here to download the fact sheet or…

TMBC Biosecurity Excellence Symposium We’re so pleased to share that this year’s TMBC Annual Symposium was a roaring success. Over 110 partners, stakeholders, and biosecurity doers and thinkers, came together at the Papamoa Surf Lifesaving Club for a day of learning, great conversations, and inspiring speakers – all fuelled by a delicious spread from Rise Bakery…