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Is the Minister confident yellow-legged wasps will be eradicated from New Zealand?

Answered Question 13321 (2026)
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Asked by

Lan Pham

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • Is the Minister confident yellow-legged wasps will be eradicated from New Zealand?

Answered by

Hon Andrew Hoggard

List MP · ACT Party · Minister for Biosecurity

Answer

I am advised that all indicators show that we are progressing towards eradication. I remain confident that the Ministry for Primary Industries has both the plans and the expertise needed to achieve this outcome.