Deer control at Tuawairua/Blumine Island
From 10 May until mid-June 2026 a deer control operation is scheduled for Oruawairua/Blumine Island using thermal imaging technology to aerially shoot from a helicopter. If you are visiting this island be aware there could be noise from a helicopter and rifle shots. Warning signs will be erected at normal access points. Safety protocols exist for target identification so there is no danger to you being on this island while the operation is undertaken, although off track travel is not advised.
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From 10 May until mid-June 2026 a deer control operation is scheduled for Oruawairua/Blumine Island using thermal imaging technology to aerially shoot from a helicopter.
If you are visiting this island be aware there could be noise from a helicopter and rifle shots. Warning signs will be erected at normal access points.
Safety protocols exist for target identification so there is no danger to you being on this island while the operation is undertaken, although off track travel is not advised.
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Blumine Island/Ōruawairua Campsite
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