Environmental Standards for Freshwater 2020 (NES-FW) as part of the Government’s Essential Freshwater reforms and came into effect on 3 September 2020. As of 1 January 2025, these regulations were revoked and no longer apply. This means that resource consent is no longer required under the NES-FW for the conversion of non-dairy land to dairy farmland, however a consent may still be required under our Regional Freshwater Plan. If you are unsure or require clarification, please seek advice from Council on
spread by wind. We went downwind checking dozens of gardens and inspecting cracks in driveways, where small vines and seedlings can hide away. Already this year we’ve logged at least 45 new moth plant sites, ranging from a plant with 188 fist-sized pods to a single seedling. Secondly, now is a great time to act. Plants are podding so they are easier to spot. In another month or so the pods will split open and the seeds will spread, which we want to avoid. So what’s so bad about moth plant? Similar to
incredible event attracting people from all over New Zealand. We wanted to help make it more accessible for people in those communities without transport and encourage others to ditch their car for the night. “We’re expecting a festive, family-friendly atmosphere on the buses, which will drop off and pick up at the Fillis St gate meaning no parking worries or long walk back to the car at the end of the night.” The Saturday services began on 2 December and will run again on 9 and 16 December. The usual
WITT Students - Make sure you have your current student ID or course confirmation letter to enjoy free bus travel on the Connector (Hāwera to New Plymouth) bus. Important update for WITT students – Changes to free bus travel From 1 January 2025, WITT students travelling on any Citylink (New Plymouth urban, Bell Block and Waitara) or Southlink (Waverley to Hāwera and Ōpunake to New Plymouth) bus routes to and from WITT will need to pay for their fare using a Bee Card or cash. To purchase a Bee
prone to pollution. The results were similar to the previous year. Council Director - Environment Quality, Abby Matthews, says that while water quality is generally good in Taranaki lakes, some do occasionally experience cyanobacteria blooms, also known as blue-green algae or algal blooms. “While bacteria levels are generally low, some of our lakes experience potentially harmful algal blooms, which can make people and dogs sick if they come into contact with or ingest the algae. It’s important lake
Taranaki Regional Council is now livestreaming all of its meetings, giving the public more opportunities to get involved in local democracy. The public can already attend meetings but will now be able to watch decisions being made by the elected members from their home or office. Chair Charlotte Littlewood urged members of the public to go online and find out more about the work being done around Taranaki by the Council. “Our region is a special place and your elected members are making some
boats which must have properly fitted lifejackets or personal floatation devices on board include yachts, sailing dinghies, power boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards and waka ama. “It’s important to remember this isn’t just for boaties using the harbour at Port Taranaki. We want everyone on the water across Taranaki to please keep safe including those exploring estuaries and inland waterways.” As well as having a lifejacket on board, Mr Parr also recommends: Having at least two forms of
Changes are coming to how farmers, industry, businesses and communities use freshwater and Taranaki Regional Council wants the public’s help to shape the new rules. The Council has organised 16 drop-in sessions from 17 June to 1 July where staff will be on hand to answer questions about proposed freshwater targets aimed at improving water quality in Taranaki’s rivers and streams in the short, medium and long term. Chair Charlotte Littlewood says the drop-in events are being held across the
locals and visitors. Readers will discover iconic destinations around the region like Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, Puke Ariki, the Clifftop Garden and Pukeiti. “One of the things I liked about my original book Waffle goes to New Plymouth was that all families could visit the places Waffle went to regardless of income. So many of the places in the new book are also free or only a few dollars to enter." Whetu the kea and Waffle will be hitting the road later this year as they continue to explore places around
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engagement
• Consult and collaborate with a diverse range of external and internal
stakeholders to deliver the strategic goals of the Land and Water
team and wider Taranaki Regional Council.
• Develop and maintain professional networks across all relevant
sectors, identifying opportunities to leverage or collaborate on
projects that may benefit the Taranaki Regional Council.
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