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Goat control operation in Lewis Forest Park
From 19 July 2026Updated 19 July 2026
West Coast
Goat control using hunting dogs is taking place in Lewis Forest Park, between Caves Stream and Alfred River, from 20 July to 30 October 2026. What to expect: Hunting dogs may be off-leash and out of sight Gunshots may be heard Hunters and dogs may be on tracks or in nearby bush For your safety: Keep children close Keep your dogs under control Do not approach hunters or working dogs For more information: Hokitika@doc.govt.nz
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Goat control using hunting dogs is taking place in Lewis Forest Park, between Caves Stream and Alfred River, from 20 July to 30 October 2026.
What to expect:
- Hunting dogs may be off-leash and out of sight
- Gunshots may be heard
- Hunters and dogs may be on tracks or in nearby bush
For your safety:
- Keep children close
- Keep your dogs under control
- Do not approach hunters or working dogs
For more information: Hokitika@doc.govt.nz
Affected hut
Kōhanga Atawhai – Manson Nicholls Hut
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