properties within the Self Help Possum Control Programme: ‘6.2.2.4 (a) For properties included in the Self-Help Possum Control Programme, the land occupier is required to effectively control brushtail possums on that land. ‘ ‘Where, ‘effectively control’ means to kill, cause to kill, or otherwise dispose of possums and to reduce population levels on a property to 10% Residual Trap Catch (sample mean), or below.’ WHAT IS 10% RESIDUAL TRAP CATCH (sample mean)? The Residual
the extent necessary in relation to this decision; and in accordance with section 79 of the Act, determines that it does not require further information, further assessment of options or further analysis of costs and benefits, or advantages and disadvantages prior to making a decision on this matter. Littlewood/McDonald There being no further business, Chairman D N MacLeod, declared the Public Ordinary Meeting of the Taranaki Regional Council closed at 3.56pm.
page RECEIVED 3 0 NOV 2017 Taranaki Regional Council APPENDIX'I' URS Summary of Bio-Aerosol Issues page URS Composting and Bioaerosol Pollution Bioaerosol is the term used to describe microorganisms (bacteria, fungi/moulds or viruses) or their products that are airborne. Bioaerosols are naturally present in the air, mainly from soil-borne microorganisms in airborne dust. This means everyone is constantly exposed to them, even at home. Higher levels are present
page Periphyton is the algae or 'slime' that can be seen from time to time in rivers and streams, especially during extended periods of low flows and warm temperatures. It plays a fundamental role within the stream ecosystem by absorbing nutrients and converting them into biomass which is then used as a food source for invertebrates, and subsequently native fish and birds. Nuisance periphyton, in the form of either prolific thick mats or long filaments of algae can cause streams to become
progressing and the forecast for the rest of the year. This QOR presents the achievement of the programmes of work established by the Council for 2018/2019 in the 2018/2028 Long-Term Plan. Except as noted below the Council is achieving all the measures and targets established for 2018/2019 in the 2018/2028 Long- Term Plan. The following performance measures are noted as being orange. That is, performance to date is at risk of not achieving the target or there is a risk that the
page QUARTERLY OPERATIONAL REPORT – SEPTEMBER 2019 1 Executive summary This is the Quarterly Operational Report (QOR) for the three months ended 30 September 2020. The purpose of a QOR is to present a snapshot of the Council progressing through the delivery of the programme of activities agreed to in that year’s annual plan or long-term plan. It is designed to give a feel for how the Council is progressing and the forecast for the rest of the year. This QOR presents the
However, you will still retain your right to appeal any decision made by the Council. Request for independent commisioner/s Pursuant to section 100A of the Resource Management Act 1991, I request that the Taranaki Regional Council delegates its functions, powers, and duties required to hear and decide the application to one or more hearing commissioners who are not Taranaki Regional Councilors. Yes Note: Such a request may be made (in writing) up to 5 working days after close of
water, do not impede the flow and do not get broken off. Further up the bank where the force and frequency of flooding is less, taller species are recommended to provide bank stability and eventually provide shade for the water. Once the native plants are well established they will seed, new plants will grow to replace the original ones as they get old and die, and the area will more or less look after itself. It is important in selecting plants for the margin to consider not
in identification discuss and agree on planned strategy for pool search sit and look (keep shadows off pool) catch moving creatures in sieve and place in tray of pool water identify and record non or slow moving creatures/plants gently lift and investigate under rocks - fill in record sheet return all creatures to the pool finalise all arrangements - travel, clothing, footwear, drinks etc. (or ice cream container) ensure they are replaced check all requirements
system The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is the national leader for New Zealand’s biosecurity system, which consists of pre-border, at the border, and post-border activities, with the Taranaki Regional Council (among others) having a role in the latter. Many parties, from the government to individuals, have a responsibility or an interest in protecting our country from harmful organisms. Biosecurity is everybody’s business. Pre-border control