fluids returning to the wellhead post-fracturing, were also collected by the Company and results of the
physicochemical analysis undertaken were provided to the Council. This is the second monitoring report
produced by the Council in relation to the hydraulic fracturing activities at the Ngatoro-E wellsite.
The monitoring carried out by the Council indicates that the hydraulic fracturing activities undertaken by the
Company had no significant adverse effects on local groundwater or surface
common abbreviations and scientific terms, and a bibliography, are presented at the end of
the report.
1.1.3 The Resource Management Act 1991 and monitoring
The RMA primarily addresses environmental ‘effects’ which are defined as positive or adverse, temporary or
permanent, past, present or future, or cumulative. Effects may arise in relation to:
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a. the neighbourhood or the wider community around an activity, and may include cultural and social-
economic
plans have had to change as a result of
legislative or economic changes which have affected
Taranaki and the country.
Change continues to gather pace
Our work is always dependant on external factors
and we need to pivot and adjust to the changing
global, national and regional environment. We don’t
live and work in a bubble: every facet of our mahi is
influenced by what’s happening in our economy,
the environment, changing climate, central
government reforms and our evolving
by the
Company had no significant adverse effects on local groundwater or surface water resources. There were no
unauthorised incidents recording non-compliance in respect of the resource consent held by the Company
in relation to these activities or provisions in regional plans, during the period under review.
For reference, in the 2021/22 year, consent holders were found to achieve a high level of environmental
performance and compliance for 88% of the consents monitored through the
Notes: Maximum values mentioned in the summary of month’s conditions (Section 8) are the actual recorded minimum or maximums. In the
tables, low and high values represent the lower and upper 5th percentiles of the historical record for each site, except for wind gust and soil
moisture, which use the lower and upper 1st percentiles. Percentile values in the tables provide a clearer indication of the general upper and
lower range of the historical data for comparison with the current month. The
Act
2002 to the extent necessary in relation to this decision; and in accordance with section 79 of the
Act, determined that it does not require further information, further assessment of options or
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further analysis of costs and benefits, or advantages and disadvantages prior to making a decision
on this matter.
Littlewood/Jamieson
Taranaki Māori Constituency – Poll Requirement
N Chadwick provided an update on the new legislative requirements following
users around the basics of security and access.
o Respond when security is compromised or risks are identified.
Projects • Participate in appropriate DigiTech projects especially when performing
major reporting enhancements or upgrades.
• For new reporting systems, ensure delivery is in accordance with our
project management framework and on the DigiTech programme list.
Skills and
training
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge personally through
continued education,
and Te Poho-o-Maru
(North and South
Traps)
Mahinga kai Map Link
Map 41
Waitootara River The Waitootara River is the life force that sustains Ngaa Rauru. Many Ngaa Rauru hapuu are located either
along or near the Waitootara River. These include Ngaa Ariki (Waipapa Marae), Ngaati Pourua (Takirau
Marae), Ngaati Hine Waiatarua (Parehungahunga Marae), and Ngaati Hou Tipua (Whare Tapapa, Kaipo
Marae). Ngaati Hou Tipua is known by Ngaa Rauru Kiitahi as Te Puu-o-te-Wheke
further assessment of options or
further analysis of costs and benefits, or advantages and disadvantages prior to making a
decision on this matter.
Cloke/Northcott
Rail Utilisation Discussion
L Hawkins provided an update on the consideration of further work on advocating for improved rail
utilisation.
Resolved
That the Taranaki Regional Transport Committee:
a) received this memorandum Rail utilisation discussion
b) extended an invitation to KiwiRail, Venture
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Application No. Consent No. Applicant Lodged Date Application Type Description Activity Type Location Catchment
23-11132-1.0 R2/11132-1.0 Cadtess Developments Limited 15-Jun-23 New consent To divert and dam water during periods of flooding Water Permit Waipapa Road, Waitara Unnamed catchment 64
23-06431-2.0 R2/6431-2.0 Taranaki By-Products Limited 15-Jun-23 New consent
To erect, place and maintain two culverts in the Inaha Stream for farm
access purposes Land Use Consent Kohiti