Zero Invasive Predators (ZIP)
Zero Invasive Predators (ZIP) is a small 385-hectare block sitting at low elevation, running from sea level to 393 m with a median of just 138 m. This is lowland and foothill country — coastal bush and scrubby lower hill terrain rather than tops work.
None of the block sits above the 1,200 m bushline, and the country is dominated by an east-facing aspect. The compact size makes this a focused, short-trip block rather than a multi-day destination.
The permit covers red deer, wild goat and wild pig. The lower bush country particularly suits pig and goat work, with reds present through the more enclosed sections.
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Terrain & elevation
Based on a sample of 1,158 DEM points inside the block.
- Elevation range
- -1–393 m
- Median elevation
- 138 m
- Middle 50%
- 71–215 m
- Above bushline (1,200 m)
- 0%
- Alpine (1,500 m+)
- 0%
- Dominant aspect
- east-facing
-1–393 m, lowland / foothill country, leaning east-facing.
What you can hunt here
Access & getting there
Air access is not permitted on this block, and WARO is not permitted either. Access is by foot from the legal entry points on the block boundary.
No DOC huts sit within the block, so this is a day-hunt or short overnight destination. Carry a fly or tent if staying out and check the latest access details before leaving — the small size and coastal location mean adjoining private land considerations are likely.
Permits & rules
You need a DOC hunting permit to hunt this block. It is classed as a Ordinary block, with a hunting status of Permitted.
Zero Invasive Predators (ZIP) is an Ordinary block with Permitted hunt status. A standard DOC permit covers year-round hunting with no ballot or roar restriction. Because of the block's small size and association with an active predator-control project, check the latest DOC information for any operational restrictions before each trip.
1080 & pesticide status
No current, planned or proposed pesticide operations intersect this block in our data. Always confirm with DOC before taking a dog in.
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