Gardens is unique in the fact that it is an achievement of almost a lifetime of work by a private individual. It is a plantsman’s garden and a reflection of patience and horticultural skill. Bernie selected his plants based on personal appeal and whether they would fill gaps in his existing collections of species or varieties. The overall design of the garden considered not only the aesthetics, but whether a plant would thrive in its environment. Bernie’s wife Rose Hollard worked alongside him in
The local election day is Saturday 11 October. Here are all the key dates you need to know to enrol, stand for Council and vote. Key dates Now to end of July Enrol to vote. Head here so you don't miss out 4 July
Candidate nominations open, roll opens for public inspection 1 August
Candidate nominations and roll closes at 12pm 6 August
Public notice of candidates' names 9 September
Voting documents delivered from 12pm 7 October
Last day for posting vote by mail. Votes must be returned to ballot
Summer arrives fast in Taranaki. Spring’s mix of rain and sunshine keeps the garden fresh and lush until Christmas, but then suddenly the gods flick the switch and a big halogen bulb shines down bringing warm seas and blue skies. Green lawns turn into light browns and trees show signs of water stress, meaning it’s time to haul out the irrigation hoses and check for those inevitable leaks. Luckily, Tūpare’s trees provide plenty of shade, protecting much of the garden from the harshest sun. But
Live Tracking Update 13 March 2025: Due to high demand, this service is currently unavailable for Inglewood and Egmont Village-based students attending New Plymouth schools. Those students should use Citylink Route 98 until further notice. Thank you. Downloads Your Connector Boys' NPBHS FDMC Jan 2025 (618 KB pdf)
Live Tracking Update 13 March 2025: Due to high demand, this service is currently unavailable for Inglewood and Egmont Village-based students attending New Plymouth schools. Those students should use Citylink Route 98 (external link)until further notice. Thank you. Downloads Your Connector Girls' Hawera to NPGHS SHGC Jan 2025 (626 KB pdf)
incorporate changes to the land and freshwater chapters and include any other consequential amendments throughout. More information can be found here. The freshwater and soil plans will be combined into a new Land and Freshwater Plan for Taranaki. Notification is expected mid-2025. Stream 2: Regional Direction Following stream 1, the Council will review the remaining chapters in the Regional Policy Statement. Notification is expected 2026. Stream 3: Air Either at the same time or shortly following stream
incorporate changes to the land and freshwater chapters and include any other consequential amendments throughout. More information can be found here. The freshwater and soil plans will be combined into a new Land and Freshwater Plan for Taranaki. Notification is expected mid-2025. Stream 2: Regional Direction Following stream 1, the Council will review the remaining chapters in the Regional Policy Statement. Notification is expected 2026. Stream 3: Air Either at the same time or shortly following stream
incorporate changes to the land and freshwater chapters and include any other consequential amendments throughout. More information can be found here. The freshwater and soil plans will be combined into a new Land and Freshwater Plan for Taranaki. Notification is expected mid-2025. Stream 2: Regional Direction Following stream 1, the Council will review the remaining chapters in the Regional Policy Statement. Notification is expected 2026. Stream 3: Air Either at the same time or shortly following stream
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1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of the Inventory of coastal areas of local or regional significance in the Taranaki
Region (Inventory) is to provide information on coastal areas of local or regional
significance in the Taranaki region, and to provide information on public access to the
coastal marine area. Further, the Inventory identifies where subdivisions have
occurred in the coastal area since 1999. The Inventory will facilitate statutory bodies
in their decision-making on
The People's Panel is a quick and easy way to give your feedback and ideas to help make Taranaki a great place to live, work and play. When you join, we will send you short surveys by email or you may be emailed invitations to attend an in-person event in your community to share your views. Public feedback helps ensure that Council policies and work reflects community aspirations, so get involved! How the People’s Panel works You will receive one email every month or so. Emails will either