NIWA and Biosecurity NZ (MPI) will be holding a free Marine Biosecurity workshop in Tairāwhiti Gisobrne this week,
Gisborne District Council is hosting the orkshop at the Waikanae Surf Life Saving Club at the beach end of Grey Street between 9 am and 1 pm this Thursday, May 30th.
The free training will help you recognise marine pests and enable you to play a valuable role in marine biosecurity in Tairāwhiti, says Council Biosecurity Team Leader Phil Karaitiana.
“The workshop will appeal to a wide audience and is for anyone who loves the coast. The morning will be fun and informative with marine science experts here to upskill coast lovers, industry professionals, and boat owners,” he says.
“It’ll be both a classroom-style presentation and have a hands-on element for anyone who wants to partake. The focus will be on how to identify marine pests, why it’s important to protect our region, and how to report any pests. There will even be a hands-on demonstration of how to store and preserve different species correctly.”
Spaces are limited, so registration is critical to get a spot.