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World Service,2 mins

New Zealand: rat-free by 2050?

Newsday

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Have a phobia of rats? Well, New Zealand might be the place for you. The country has announced a 'world-first' project to make the country rat-free by 2050. They're also aiming to get rid of other non-native predators, such as possums. Kevin Hackwell, Advocacy Manager for The Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society explained the task has already begun. (Pic: Rats at the Beaumont St Auckland waterfront take a look around. Credit: Getty)

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