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Taranaki tackles predator-free challenge

A large-scale predator project, the biggest of its kind in New Zealand, was launched in Taranaki today (Wednesday 30 May), supported by more than $11 million from the Government. Announcement by Conservation Minister Taranaki aims to be the first predator-free region in the country under the project, Taranaki Taku Tūranga - Our Place, Towards a Predator-Free Taranaki, led by the Taranaki Regional Council. It is understood to be the largest predator-free project of its kind in the world,

Ordinary Council Agenda December 2023

That the Taranaki Regional Council: a) received the memorandum titled Revised Biodiversity Credits Submission b) endorsed the submission in Attachment One on the Helping nature and people thrive: Exploring a biodiversity credit system for Aotearoa New Zealand – Discussion document Ordinary Council - Confirmation of Policy and Planning Minutes - 21 November 2023 19 page c) determined that this decision be recognised as not significant in terms of section 76 of the Local

Public transport consultation - don't miss the bus

Taranaki people have an opportunity to air their views on public transport ahead of the first major review of the region’s bus services in 10 years. The Taranaki Regional Council is inviting submissions on its Draft Regional Public Transport Plan 2020-2030, which will guide the regional bus service review planned for later this year. The draft plan also covers other questions including the future of under-used and uneconomic services, the extent to which concession fares should be available,

Wider use envisaged for 'Yarrow Stadium Plus'

Yarrow Stadium will be remodelled to suit a broader range of regional and community sports while continuing to be the premier regional venue for top-level sport in the post-COVID era. The East Stand will be replaced under a revised project whose Master Plan was revealed today by the venue’s owner, the Taranaki Regional Council. “It’s Yarrow Stadium Plus,” says the Council Chair, David MacLeod. “We’re going for a venue that’s fit for a wider range of users and scale of uses. “The rebuilt main

Environmental leadership in business

Business category winners in the 2021 Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Awards. Taranaki District Health Board - for a solid and broadly based commitment to sustainability, recognising that a healthy population needs a healthy environment From rooftop solar panels to predator traps in the grounds, the Taranaki District Health Board is committed to action at all levels to protect the environment, reduce emissions and cut waste. It’s breaking new ground on the journey. As the country’s

River & flood control

The region is protected with two multimillion-dollar flood control schemes, a number of smaller ones and a region-wide river level and flood monitoring and warning system operated by the Council. River Control & Flood Protection Bylaw A Council bylaw addresses protection of its river control and flood protection assets. More information on River Control & Flood Protection Bylaw Both the major schemes – at the lower Waiwhakaiho River in New Plymouth and the lower Waitara River in Waitara

Consents and Regulatory Committee Agenda February 2022

glorious day Let there be certainty Secure it! Draw together! Affirm! Consents and Regulatory Committee - Opening Karakia 4 page Date 1 February 2022 Subject: Confirmation of Minutes - 23 November 2021 Approved by: AJ Matthews, Director - Environment Quality S J Ruru, Chief Executive Document: 2961546 Recommendations That the Consents and Regulatory Committee of the Taranaki Regional Council: a) takes as read and