Biodiversity
Biodiversity, or biological diversity, describes the variety of all biological life and the ecosystems of which
they are a part. The arrival of humans radically changed New Zealand’s indigenous biodiversity when
introduced plant and animal species and human activity changed the landscape. As a result, Taranaki is
now a highly modified landscape with approximately 52% of its land area classified as acutely or chronically
threatened in that there is less than 20% of indigenous
to new plantings can be
considerably reduced by reducing pest
numbers beforehand. The standard
options for initial control are:
• Possums - shooting, trapping
or poisoning
• Hares - shooting
• Rabbits - shooting
• Pukekos - culling during late autumn-
early winter (the shooting season)
Shooting is something landowners can
easily undertake themselves without
outside help. Most landowners are familiar
with use of firearms, and the safety
precautions necessary when shooting. A
Taranaki Regional Council to assess the environmental performance
during the period under review, and the results and effects of the consent holder’s activities.
The Council’s monitoring programme included three regular inspections, one additional
inspection, and two biological receiving water surveys. Two short duration overflows (four
to five days) occurred between late September and mid October 2013.
Regular inspections indicated no problems with the ponds’ system maintenance or
operation,
Waimoku) met
the national bathing guideline, and this is a lower rate of non-compliance than in the
previous two years. Of the 14% of samples that exceeded the guideline, 10% arose from just
two sites- the two New Plymouth urban sites. Bird life was mainly responsible for the
exceedances at these sites, where on occasions recreationalists have fed the birds.
Two sites recorded all single samples in either the ‘Alert’ or the ‘Action’ mode of the MfE,
2003 guidelines (Waimoku Stream at Oakura,
Each resided in their own Pa which were along the Waingongoro river, Tau-te-one belonging to Puawhato and his
people and Okahutiti belonging to his sister and her people.
The Kanihi-Umutahi people have historically resided on both the western and eastern banks of the Waingongoro
River. The ancient Pa Kanihi, takes its name from the tribes people and is located on the eastern bank of the river
on a block of land known as Te Rua o Te Moko. They have been variously known or
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DESCRIPTION
The variable oystercatcher is an endangered, endemic species in New
Zealand. They are large heavily-built shore birds, found on sandy beaches,
sandspits or feeding in tidal estuaries. Adults have black upper parts and their
under parts vary from all black through a range of black and white markings.
They have a conspicuous long bright orange bill (longer in females), and stout,
coral-pink legs. They are 47cm to 49cm long and weigh up to
Exposure to BTEX can occur by ingestion (consuming water contaminated with BTEX),
inhalation (exposure to BTEX present in the air) or absorption through the skin. Inhalation of
BTEX can occur while pumping gasoline. Absorption of these chemicals can occur by
spilling gasoline onto one's skin. Acute exposures to high levels of gasoline and its BTEX
components have been associated with skin and sensory irritation, central nervous system
depression, and effects on the respiratory system. These levels
opportunity to say a massive
thank you and celebrate results of schools we have worked with during Term 3; your efforts are
already making a real difference! For those not yet on board, check out what you’re missing out
on! If you are interested, get in touch (education@trc.govt.nz) and we can hatch an exciting
project plan based at your school or a suitable green space close to your school.
Here is a general overview of the educational programme that we currently
offer at the Council.
Marine Oil Spill
Marine Oil Spill Assessment (two pages)
Regional Council Request for Maritime NZ Assistance
Aerial Surveillance Observer Log
Summary of Forms
Pollution Incident Evaluation Form
This form is to be completed by the initial recipient of a reported oil spill. If the spill is reported to
Maritime NZ this will be done by the RCCNZ, and if the spill is reported to the Regional Council, by the
Pollution Hotline or equivalent.
Notification of a Marine Oil Spill
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CO AS TAL P L AN F O R TARANAK I S chedu le 2 – Coas t a l a rea s o f ou t s t an d ing va lue
Schedule 2 – Coastal areas of outstanding value
This Schedule identifies eight areas of outstanding natural character and nine areas that are outstanding natural features or landscapes. A values table and map for each area is included
below. Information included within this Schedule has been informed by the report Regional landscape