Feral Cat Trapping Gets Easier | Christchurch News

Feral cats are set to become easier targets for conservationists thanks to a major overhaul: the Department of Conservation is launching an online permit system within the next year, slashing the weeks-long bureaucracy that once stalled efforts like Victor Tindale’s in Fiordland. Now, getting approval will be as quick as applying for a hunting license — a game-changer for a pest estimated in the millions nationwide. Victor’s firsthand experience shows how vital trapping is for native wildlife recovery, while new guidelines aim to prevent accidental harm to kiwi or weka. With drone and filming permits already digital, this push aligns with Predator Free 2050, and hunters like Matt Bailey are thrilled — last year’s North Canterbury event alone removed 441 feral cats, proving the need for streamlined, effective action. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f88f11eb88ef0170