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Opposition to spraying areas of Auckland to eradicate the painted apple moth prompted this cartoon in 2003. Although spraying is an effective way to deal with insect pests, some people are concerned about its possible effects on human health.
Te whakamahi i tēnei tūemi
Reference: DCDL-0001599
by Allan Charles Hawkey
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