Heritage Expeditions, the New Zealand Nature Fund, Ngāi Tahu and the Department of Conservation have launched a united campaign to restore Auckland Island/Maukahuka to pest-free status.

The campaign aims to help eradicate all invasive predators from Maukahuka, and the launch took place aboard Heritage Expeditions’ Adventurer, berthed at Auckland’s waterfront.

The event brought together leaders, conservation specialists, government representatives, local dignitaries and members of the public.

“Maukahuka is a global biodiversity treasure,” said Sarah Cairns, chief executive of the New Zealand Nature Fund.

“It is home to species found nowhere else on Earth, including Gibson’s albatross, Auckland Island teal, and Auckland Island rail. This island represents what we stand to lose if we don’

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