Invasive Chilean needle grass discovered on Te Mata Peak
Monday 24 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Hawke's Bay Regional Council
Biosecurity teams have identified Chilean needle grass on Te Mata Peak, a weed considered a serious threat to the Hawke's Bay environment and economy. Caretakers have removed the plant from the area, and biosecurity teams have since conducted spraying. Landowners have been issued warnings regarding the invasive pest.