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January 2024 rainfall maps What you should know: The site maps show data from a selection of the sites we monitor, but not all of them.
The distribution maps are based on mathematical modelling and may not accurately represent actual rainfall in some unmonitored areas.
This is raw data and may not have been subjected to a quality control process. All efforts are made to ensure the integrity of the data, but the Council cannot guarantee its accuracy, or its suitability for any purpose. See the full
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Stakeholder
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.
• Represent the Taranaki Regional Council in relevant national forums
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New regulations to protect wetlands were introduced in the National Environmental Standards for Freshwater 2020 (NES-F) as part of the Government’s Essential Freshwater reforms. For decades, protecting wetlands’ water quality and biodiversity values has been a priority for the Council and we have worked with Taranaki landowners to protect and enhance the region’s precious wetlands through our riparian and biodiversity programmes. Wetlands – swamps, marshes, bogs and the like – are the meeting
there is any change in soil health, and if so, the direction of that change in relation to previously assessed samples. Sixteen of our consent monitoring programmes also have a soil health or soil quality monitoring component to ensure the consented activity does not adversely affect soil health. Regional results
Results from the most recent survey, October to November 2012, showed that 81% of soil samples met target ranges for soil productivity and health. Biological functioning was consistent
also includes extra stops, making travel even more convenient. A further enhancement is on the horizon, with a fully accessible bus joining the fleet in March. Ms Gazley says this is a key step in improving transport accessibility, particularly for people needing to travel to Hāwera or Taranaki Base hospitals “This new bus will feature low floors and wheelchair access, ensuring a more inclusive service for all passengers. This is a significant step forward in making public transport more accessible