life cycle. As hydroelectric schemes were introduced, and roads and farm tracks crossed streams to open up access to land for development, barriers to fish passage grew. We know that the total number of instream structures in the region is likely to be in the tens of thousands however, we don’t yet know how many of these structures present a barrier to fish passage. The Council is taking steps towards improving ecosystem health, and identifying structures for
Taranaki Regional Council is collaborating with the Pukeiti Rhododendron Trust, Massey University and the New Zealand Rhododendron Association on an ex-situ conservation strategy for the genus Rhododendron. But what does this actually mean? An ex-situ strategy means we are physically conserving something outside of its natural habitat range to ensure its survival – similar to the way zoos work with native and exotic animals. Rhododendrons are our focus because as a group of plants they are one
It’s about to get tougher for wannabe invaders to enter the Zero Possum project zone, with the installation of 60 new self-reporting cameras. Taranaki Regional Council launched Towards Predator-Free Taranaki in 2018, with an ambitious goal of eliminating possums between the Oakura River and Timaru Stream. The Zero Possum zone was extended to the Hangatāhua (Stony) River last year, thanks to $2.5m in Government funding, taking the total area to 9500 hectares. Results to date are promising. About
member Miranda Wells says: “It’s a real honour to win this award. For the regional council to select us for the mahi we’ve doing here in Taranaki is awesome.” Highly commendedNick Jones from Rewild Rewild is a local conservation innovation company specialising in developing tools and technologies for use in landscape-scale pest and predator eradication and suppression. Nick Jones has demonstrated an admirable commitment to environmental protection and his work will undeniably make a positive impact
page Consent Holder Subtype Industry Primary Industry Secondary Purpose Primary Activity Purpose R2/10096-1.1 OMV NZ Production Limited Occupy (Coastal) Energy Wellsite Exploration and Production Change Consent Holder Subtype Industry Primary Industry Secondary Purpose Primary Activity Purpose R2/1688-4.0 Skafmo Trusts 1 & 2 Water - Animal Waste Agriculture Farming - Dairy Effluent disposal Replace R2/1707-4.0 Mr John Waldvogel Water - Animal Waste Agriculture Farming - Dairy
recreational water quality around the region during fine conditions when many people are likely to swim. We know that many people across Taranaki are still getting in the water during wet weather (or soon after), so it is important to collect data during those conditions too. What we know Recreational water Faecal indicator bacteria Guideline Mode Surveillance Alert Action Freshwater E. coli (no per 100 ml) No single sample >260 Single sample 261-550 Single sample >550
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Every year, we make decisions that affect the community and members of the public around Taranaki. That's why we want your input. We understand that you'd like more transparency from us about our work and timeframes, so we we hope the below information on our upcoming consultations will be useful and help with your planning. Natural Resources Plan The Council intends to combine its freshwater, soil and air quality plans, and Regional Policy Statement into one Natural Resources Plan. This Plan
Concrete proof the Yarrow Stadium project is achieving its vision of creating the best regional stadium that stages major events will be on show with the hosting of the Bunnings NPC Final and the start of a new phase in the East Stand's construction. The Yarrows Taranaki Bulls’ 23 to 16 victory on Friday night over Canterbury set up a home grand final for the local side against Hawke’s Bay on Saturday. The game will be the first home final since the Bulls triumphed in 2014 and tickets are now
Concrete proof the Yarrow Stadium project is achieving its vision of creating the best regional stadium that stages major events will be on show with the hosting of the Bunnings NPC Final and the start of a new phase in the East Stand's construction. The Yarrows Taranaki Bulls’ 23 to 16 victory on Friday night over Canterbury set up a home grand final for the local side against Hawke’s Bay on Saturday. The game will be the first home final since the Bulls triumphed in 2014 and tickets are now