Taranaki has taken a significant step forward in safeguarding its unique environment with the official launch of Biosecurity Taranaki. The collective was launched in New Plymouth on Friday 22 March, bringing together a diverse range of individuals and organisations committed to protecting the region from the threat of pests, weeds and diseases. Taranaki Regional Council is one of the founding members and has committed to providing ongoing support for the collective. The partnership aims to be
the time the activity was first established16, whichever
was the earlier, who have not otherwise given written
approval for the activity.
16 ‘Activity first established’ means the date an air discharge
consent was first issued by the Taranaki Regional Council.
In addition, for hydrocarbon exploration processes the
column may contain the words “applications will be
publicly notified unless the Taranaki Regional
The Connector bus travels between Hāwera and New Plymouth with six return trips per day, Monday to Friday. Monday to Friday With more travel options than ever, it’s now easier to plan your journey between Hāwera and New Plymouth, whether you're commuting, running errands or exploring the region. Downloads Connector Timetable 10 February 2025 (496 KB pdf) Connector fares & Bee Card information Fares Bee Cards All about Bee Card Bee Cards are the preferred method of contactless payment. Bee cards
The Regional Soil Plan addresses soil loss and soil health issues largely by non-regulatory methods, though there are limited rules. The Plan is currently under review. Regional Soil Plan Download the full Plan here. Amendments have been made to the Plan to include advisory notes for the National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry 2018 and the National Environmental Standards for Freshwater 2020. For further information please see sections 3.3 and 5 of the Plan or email the
The Regional Soil Plan addresses soil loss and soil health issues largely by non-regulatory methods, though there are limited rules. The Plan is currently under review. Regional Soil Plan Download the full Plan here. Amendments have been made to the Plan to include advisory notes for the National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry 2018 and the National Environmental Standards for Freshwater 2020. For further information please see sections 3.3 and 5 of the Plan or email the
Here’s where you can find out about the future proposed Regional Policy Statement for the Taranaki. The review of the Regional Policy Statement for Taranaki is scheduled to occur in two parts: Part 1: the land and freshwater chapters of the RPS are reviewed and updated to give effect to the National Policy Statement for Freshwater and aligned with the preparation of a Proposed Land and Freshwater Plan for Taranaki. Notification scheduled is for mid 2025. Part 2: the remaining chapters of the
Air quality in Taranaki is of a high natural standard and the Regional Air Quality Plan for Taranaki sets out policies and rules to keep it that way. The plan includes amendments arising from the Government's May 2018 Plantation Forestry regulations. Regional Air Quality Plan for Taranaki 2011 Download the full Plan and appendices here, or scroll down and download the appendices or rules as separate documents. Rule 34 relates to backyard burning. Note: Pursuant to clause 20A of the first
Air quality in Taranaki is of a high natural standard and the Regional Air Quality Plan for Taranaki sets out policies and rules to keep it that way. The plan includes amendments arising from the Government's May 2018 Plantation Forestry regulations. Regional Air Quality Plan for Taranaki 2011 Download the full Plan and appendices here, or scroll down and download the appendices or rules as separate documents. Rule 34 relates to backyard burning. Note: Pursuant to clause 20A of the first
Air quality in Taranaki is of a high natural standard and the Regional Air Quality Plan for Taranaki sets out policies and rules to keep it that way. The plan includes amendments arising from the Government's May 2018 Plantation Forestry regulations. Regional Air Quality Plan for Taranaki 2011 Download the full Plan and appendices here, or scroll down and download the appendices or rules as separate documents. Rule 34 relates to backyard burning. Note: Pursuant to clause 20A of the first