RODENTS
PESTWORX can advise and supply all you need for Rodent Pest Management.
đTIPS & TRICKS FOR USING RODENT BAIT STATIONSđ
The benefit of using rodent bait stations are that they exclude non-target animals & children, provide an enclosed space where rodents feel comfortable to feed on bait and protect bait from moisture & dust.
đWear clean gloves when handling bait stations (and baits) â this prevents human odours deterring rodents.
đPlace bait stations against walls/fences, under cover of vegetation or disguised by placing rocks etc. on & around the stations â there is evidence that rodents can become shy of station shapes.
đConsider the rodent species and where they are likely to be - roof rats are arboreal (tree climbers) & spend most of their time off the ground, so fix stations at height such as in roof spaces and even up trees.
đEnsure stations are on a firm base â stations that rock or move when rodents enter are likely to discourage them from entering; maybe fix stations in place with a bracket or screws.
đClean stations at least annually â brush out & rinse thoroughly with clean water.
đRegularly check bait â if all the bait has been taken double the amount of bait placed in the station.
đPre-bait â where there is other food readily available to rodents & it canât be removed, pre-bait stations with the same food for 1-2 weeks or until rodents are feeding on the pre-feed, then switch to the toxic rodent bait.
đAvoid moving stations â donât move stations to other locations unless there is known rodent activity & bait has not been taken from the station for at least 1 month.
Prefer not to Do It Yourself - PESTWORX can set up & manage a Rodent Control Programme for you.
Contact Ann on 0800 737 896 or 09 407 7389
info@pestworx.co.nz
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesnât have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.6% Yes
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14.7% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
Riddle Alert! Whoâs Up for Some Brain-Busting Fun?
4-letter word, always done tomorrow,
Weâre out of tea, the ultimate sorrow!
Without the eye, you owe me some money,
No sugar no nectar no sweetness no honey,
4-letter word, if by chance you choose,
You can never win, you can only lose!
What is the 4-letter word?
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Live Q&A: Garden maintenance with Crewcut
This Wednesday, we're having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with John Bracewell from Crewcut.
John Bracewell, former Black Caps coach turned Franchisee Development Manager and currently the face of Crewcutâs #Movember campaign, knows a thing or two about keeping the grass looking sharpâwhether itâs on a cricket pitch or in your backyard!
As a seasoned Crewcut franchisee, John is excited to answer your lawn and gardening questions. After years of perfecting the greens on the field, he's ready to share tips on how to knock your garden out of the park. Let's just say heâs as passionate about lush lawns as he is about a good game of cricket!
John is happy to answer questions about lawn mowing, tree/hedge trimming, tidying your garden, ride on mowing, you name it! He'll be online on Wednesday, 27th of November to answer them all.
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