The Queensland fruit fly was last detected in Northcote on 14 March. This find led to an increase in the on-the-ground operational response, including removal of fallen fruit from backyards, inspections of compost bins, and baiting in fruit trees to attract and kill adult flies, in particular females.

Movement restrictions for fruit and vegetables were lifted in Devonport on March 22 and Northcote on April 12.

Biosecurity New Zealand says: “All operational activities, including baiting, have been completed. However, as a precautionary measure, we will be keeping in place an enhanced network of fruit fly traps for an extended period. If fruit flies are present, these traps will detect them.”