revitalised with a state-of-the-art GrassMaster hybrid turf, while eco-friendly LED lights now illuminate the stadium. “The East Stand's design, unveiled last year, received strong positive public feedback and remains unchanged. Its flexibility and scalability allow it to cater to small community matches and large international games, with the option to open up all or part of the facility. We are excited to begin the above-ground construction, bringing us closer to delivering the finest regional stadium
brand-new event for the public to come along and learn how they can volunteer to help or find out what small things they can change to make a difference to our environment. “It’s an event that’s open to all ages and we look forward to seeing you there.” Organised by Taranaki Regional Council and supported by Ostler's Gardens Charitable Trust, the free Expo runs from 2pm to 5pm on Wednesday, 4 September at the Stratford War Memorial Hall. There will be stalls, workshops, a barbecue and refreshments.
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nominations which show that there are so many people and organisations doing their bit to make the region a better place to live,” says Mrs Littlewood. “We can’t wait to see who is nominated this year and find out what people have been doing around the Maunga to protect native biodiversity and our many waterways or mahi to build sustainable communities and reduce climate change. “If you know a local environmental hero who you think is making a difference in your community, please let us know as we’d love
it’s for surfers to enjoy our fabulous surf breaks, people to fish for kaimoana or take a dip in their favourite swimming spot, this plan assures us that there are rules in place that preserve and safeguard these areas for the long-term. “We want to ensure our environment is protected from harm and the Coastal Plan provides legally enforceable rules, including rules for oil and gas activities, disturbances to the seafloor and structures in the sea.” The road to the Coastal Plan becoming operative
up with the idea is the best part of the process. “I enjoy working things out in my head and putting it into practice. I don’t draw plans so sometimes they work and sometimes they don’t. “You often see something around, like maybe a flower and think if that can be made of wood.” A large number of entries is expected across 10 categories, including woodturning, carving, furniture, wall art, toys and models, computer numerical control (CNC), novice, student and macrocarpa or pinus radiata, ensuring
visited by more than 128,000 people with around 7,250 people enjoying events organised by the gardens team. The project to redevelop Yarrow Stadium remains on budget and on time and the last year saw a number of milestones reached in the construction of the East Stand. The venue saw a sell-out crowd enjoy the Taranaki Bulls win the Bunnings NPC championship in September. Key policies and strategies to be developed or adopted included the Regional Coastal Plan, a new Regional Land Transport Plan, the
Catchment Communities, Taranaki Regional Council, Te Heru Māpara, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Ruanui, Te Whatu Ora Taranaki. For more information and to get involved, visit www.thisisus.nz/biosecurity-taranaki or call Willy Harvey, Biosecurity Taranaki Chair on 027 284 4380.
they are living is the first step to trying to improve their chances of survival,” says Ms Jamieson. “The matuku-hūrepo is an absolutely beautiful bird and is truly an icon of healthy wetland habitats. We need to do as much as we can to ensure it does not go extinct. That would be a tragedy.” The data gathered will be used by the lovebittern.com campaign too. The national project is running a ‘Great matuku-hūrepo muster’ where the public are asked to record wherever they see or hear the bird on 19
Committee Chair Tom Cloke noted fewer than half of the 40 submitters who had requested to speak attended to share their views either in person or via Zoom. From here, Council staff will prepare recommendations to support the Committee with its deliberations in February 2024. Better Travel Choices for Taranaki and the Regional Public Transport Plan 2024 are scheduled to come into effect on 1 May 2024. This will build on a number of positive changes the Council has made to its bus services in response to