Citylink buses have closed-circuit television cameras. Find out why they do, and how and where the images may be used. The Taranaki Regional Council's Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) policy outlines the purpose of operating CCTV cameras on Citylink buses, who is responsible for the system, how and when the images may be used and other general information. This policy is designed to protect the privacy of individuals and comply with our legal obligations under the Privacy Act 1993.
Council can also arrange planting contractors to undertake the work if required. A Government funding boost for the 2021 planting season will enable committed riparian plan holders to purchase native plants for $1 each, including planting by Council-arranged contractors. It is hoped this will help get many plan holders over the finish line and complete their planting. Get yourself a plan
Interested in a riparian management plan for your farm? Talk to one of our Land Management Officers today. Call
do something about it came with the
settlement of Waikato-Tainui’s claim for the river and the iwi-
Crown agreed Vision and Strategy that sets out an aspiration
for its improved health.
The river has been witness to a large regional effort to
reduce damage to waterways. Direct sewage discharge from
Taupo township was stopped in 1995. Two-thirds of dairy
farms have switched to land treatment of dairy effluent. It
has been estimated that the Waikato River Authority has
put $60 million
Find out more about the winner of the award, Restore PG Nops Reserve Care Group. Winner
Restore PG Nops Reserve Care Group
For commitment to supporting pest management and protecting biodiversity in Taranaki The PG Nops Reserve in Inglewood is being restored thanks to the mahi of the volunteers, who maintain the Key Native Ecosystem, control predators and are working to turn the tide of invasive pest plants. The Care Group collaborates with Taranaki Regional and New Plymouth District councils
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Appendices
Appendix 1: Charging Policies
Resource Management Act Charging Policy
Schedule of charges pursuant to section 36 of the Resource Management Act 1991
Schedule 1: Scale of charges for staff time
Rate for processing resource
consents and responding to pollution
incidents.
Rate for all other Council work.
Professional staff $95/hr $90/hr
Professional/supervisory staff $120/hr $112/hr
Managers $174/hr $163/hr
Support staff $95/hr $90/hr
The Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Awards recognise outstanding mahi and initiatives that aim to help protect and enhance our region's environment. 2024 Awards
The winners and highly commended recipients for the 2024 awards have been announced. Learn about the winners Awards Categories and Criteria
There are seven award categories: Environmental Action in Education
Environmental Action in Biodiversity
Environmental Leadership in Climate Action
Environmental Action in Water Quality …
Bus travel will be free across Taranaki on Friday 20 September, as Taranaki Regional Council celebrates World Car Free Day. The annual event, recognised by more than 2000 cities worldwide, encourages people to leave their cars at home and embrace sustainable travel options, promoting a cleaner and healthier future. World Car Free Day officially falls on Sunday, 22 September, however public bus services do not operate on Sundays. The Council’s Transport Engagement Manager, Cheryl Gazley, says
Recent public notices from the Council. NPDC Weld Road Pathway and Ahu Ahu Bridge New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) and Taranaki Regional Council (TRC) have received applications for resource consent to allow for the construction of a new rock revetment supporting a shared pathway for public access at Weld Road Reserve, Tataraimaka and replacement bridge above Whenuariki Stream. Submissions must be received no later than 5pm on 31 May 2024. Submission forms can be downloaded here (external
cattle, deer and pigs from wetlands identified in the Regional Freshwater Plan for Taranaki. From 1 July 2025, the following stock exclusions apply: Dairy support cattle on any terrain
Non-intensively farmers beef cattle and deer on low slope land
All beef, dairy, dairy support cattle, deer and pigs from wetlands that support a population of threatened species
All beef, dairy, dairy support cattle, deer and pigs from natural wetlands on low-slope land. If you have a Council Riparian Management Plan
existing efforts of many farmers. These plans will work with other regulations, including nitrogen caps, stock exclusions, intensive winter grazing regulations, regional plans and consent requirements. Currently, farmers and growers are not required to take any immediate action. They should continue with their usual activities and follow their existing farm plans. A FWFP must identify: The risks of adverse effects of farming activities on freshwater or freshwater ecosystems;
Actions that avoid, remedy,