EEK!! A live hornet nest has just been found (and destroyed) in Auckland. This is a big species of stinging wasp. We really don't want these to establish.
Please keep an extra careful eye out for unusual wasps, especially if you're in the Auckland area.
You can post photos on iNaturalist NZ (iNaturalist app or iNaturalist.nz website) if you're not sure what species you've got. If you are sure, please don't delay and call Biosecurity NZ straight away at 0800 809 966 or use their online reporting tool at report.mpi.govt.nz/pest/.
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/news/media-releases/public-urged-to-look-out-for-hornets-in-auckland