Beach-goers heading to cool off in the sea this summer are being warned to act quickly if they are nipped by sea lice and other miniscule ocean critters. Taranaki swimmers have reported being stung and bitten, leaving them with a painful skin rash or severe itching, with the culprits likely to be sea lice, jellyfish and other marine creatures too tiny to see. Abby Matthews, Taranaki Regional Council’s Director-Environment Quality, says the creatures are more prevalent and active in the summer
lunch, you can choose one of the following activities. If you are keen to do another activity in line with your ākonga/students learning, feel free to get in touch and discuss further. Pot a plant
This activity makes use of the abundance of native seedlings at Pukeiti. Ākonga/Students will pot their own seedling which they can then take back to plant at school or at home. Students will pot their own seedling which they can then take back to plant at school or at home, spreading biodiversity values.
to become more common with the effects of climate change.” Ms Matthews added that the total number of fish deaths is likely to be higher than the number reported given that some could have been scavenged or washed out to sea prior to the investigation. The Council is currently seeking views on freshwater targets for the region’s rivers and streams. To have your say, head to www.trc.govt.nz/helpshapetherules to see information on targets for E. coli, nutrients and sediment and targets and limits
the plants that farmers have bought independently or grown themselves. That’s an incredible achievement for our Riparian Management Programme.” The focus of the programme is currently to carry out audits on all existing riparian management plans to ensure the existing plantings and buffers are working as intended. Landowners can contact their LMO at any time for advice and information. For more details or to order plants for the 2026 winter planting, email riparian@trc.govt.nz or call 0800 736
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As we say goodbye to summer, the garden is still bursting with the vibrant colours of flowering perennials, keeping our visitors smiling. Here at Hollard Gardens, we're always looking ahead, planning for what's next. Right now, we're busy identifying plants for division or relocation in the coming Autumn/Winter months and carefully considering which large trees need succession planning. The idea is to maintain the garden for years to come. We're big on education here, especially when it comes
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Resource Consent Application
(Pursuant to section 88 to the Resource Management Act 1991)
To erect and use a bridge or culvert
in, on or over the bed of a river or lake (i.e. not in Coastal Marine Area)
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