development of extra monitoring methods based on mātauranga Māori. Additionally, the Government has appointed a panel of Freshwater Commissioners to have a role in regional planning processes. The Chief Freshwater Commissioner, Prof Peter Skelton, met councillors and Council staff after the meeting to discuss implementation of the new arrangements. Freshwater reforms and Taranaki More evidence of freshwater improvementsA broader assessment of the overall ecological health of Taranaki waterways bears out
There was a north-south divide in Taranaki rainfall last month with Manganui at Everett Park having 74% more rain than usual compared with the 60% less rain at Kaupokonui at Glenn Rd. The average rainfall for the region was 166.1mm, 11% more than usual, and year to date rainfall ranges from 41% less rainfall at Waitotara at Hawken Rd, and 16% more rainfall at Kotare at OSullivans, with an average of 11% less than normal. Mean river flows were 36% greater than typical values, low flows were 2.4%
confirms the minutes and resolutions of the Consents and Regulatory
Committee meeting of the Taranaki Regional Council held at the Taranaki Regional
Council Boardroom, 47 Cloten Road, Stratford on Tuesday 23 November 2021 at 9.30am
b) notes the recommendations therein were adopted by the Taranaki Regional Council on
14 December 2021.
Matters arising
Appendices/Attachments
Document 2920197: Minutes Consents and Regulatory Committee - 23 November 2021
Consents and Regulatory
the best time of year at Tūpare but this also means an awful lot of autumn leaf-fall.” The monthly working bee is a way to get on top of work and also to provide an opportunity for gardeners to catch up with those they don't see day-to-day, according to Regional Gardens Manager Stuart Robertson. “These sessions are essential for maintaining the health of our gardens and they also foster a strong sense of community among our staff. It's a win-win for both the gardens and our team.” Hollard Gardens
Management for Flood Protection (1.5 MB pdf) (single document only) Central Government Co-investment in River Management for Flood Protection (1.5 MB pdf) Taranaki climate trends, hazards & extremes - synthesis report This 2008 NIWA report, commissioned by the New Plymouth and South Taranaki District Councils and the Taranaki Regional Council, identifies climate trends, hazards and extremes that are likely to impact on the region as a result of climate warming during the 21st century. Taranaki climate
million from Predator Free 2050 Ltd. Taranaki Regional Council leads the project, which is the biggest of its kind in the country, and is currently helping New Plymouth District residents restore native wildlife and plants by removing rats, stoats and possums in rural and urban areas. The project will expand around the region in the coming years. What: Towards Predator-Free Taranaki Volunteer Workshop When: 5.30-8pm on Tuesday 9 April 2019 Where: Brian Bellringer Pavilion, Pukekura Park, New Plymouth
Community category winners in the 2021 Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Awards. Valda Poletti and David Clarkson - for enduring commitment to environmental protection and improvement, and inspiring others to take action Valda and David are widely known for their internationally significant Te Kainga Marire native garden. They’ve also helped to bring enduring and significant improvements to native biodiversity in the wider New Plymouth urban area. They restored and protected a remnant
