Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Scoop InfoPages
This InfoPage in unregistered, if this is your news page register New Plymouth District Council for InfoPages here.
New Plymouth District Council - Latest News [Page 1]
Metro Plaza Demo Unlocks Flour Power To Boost Huatoki Restoration In Central New Plymouth
Wednesday, 29 April 2026, 10:10 am | New Plymouth District Council
The eight beams are being removed from the old May & Arrowsmith bakehouse, part of the rear of the Metro Plaza which is currently being demolished in the first stage of work to bring daylight back to Huatoki Stream between Devon & Powderham streets More >>
Conservation Week Activities Coming To Brooklands Zoo
Monday, 20 April 2026, 10:24 am | New Plymouth District Council
Conservation Week starts today and the zoo’s free talks are aimed at sharing information about our precious native species, and how we can support pollinators in our gardens. More >>
NPDC On The Search For The District’s 2026 Local Legends
Monday, 13 April 2026, 10:08 am | New Plymouth District Council
Nominations are now open for both awards, which honour the dedicated individuals whose invaluable contributions help our community thrive. More >>
Boil Water Notice For Bell Block And The Links
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:35 pm | New Plymouth District Council
Coffee machines do not heat water to a high enough temperature to kill E.coli, so the Council recommends they are not used until the boil water notice is lifted. More >>
Tūparikino Hub Facade To Celebrate Culture And Community
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 10:52 am | New Plymouth District Council
The stadium has been designed as a flexible and accessible space that can support a wide range of activities, from grassroots recreation and school groups to cultural performances, regional tournaments and everyday community use. More >>
TSB Festival Of Lights Sparks Record Economic Boost For Taranaki Region
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 11:31 am | New Plymouth District Council
Kerry Boielle, Chief Executive Officer of TSB says supporting the festival means supporting the wellbeing and vibrancy of the community. More >>
Appointments To Age And Accessibility Working Party And Te Huinga Taumatua Confirmed
Monday, 16 March 2026, 10:10 am | New Plymouth District Council
AAWP Chair, Councillor Sam Bennett, says the strong community response reflects the importance of age and accessibility issues across the district. More >>
Heavy Lifting For Hydration: A Crane On The Lake For Water Intake Upgrade
Wednesday, 11 March 2026, 10:04 am | New Plymouth District Council
The New Plymouth water scheme supplies properties in New Plymouth, Bell Block, Lepperton, Waitara, Tikorangi, Onaero and Urenui. More >>
NPDC’s New Thermal Drying Facility Future-Proofing District’s Wastewater Treatment
Friday, 6 March 2026, 2:14 pm | New Plymouth District Council
Formally opened by managers from the National Infrastructure Funding and Financing Ltd (NIFF) and NPDC, the new facility at the New Plymouth Wastewater Treatment Plant has been in construction for the past two and half years. More >>
Joint Chief Executive Announced For TRC And NPDC
Friday, 6 March 2026, 1:20 pm | New Plymouth District Council
“By working together through shared leadership, both councils will be better positioned to respond to upcoming reform and prepare for the future of local government." More >>
Another Furry Addition To Brooklands Zoo
Monday, 23 February 2026, 10:25 am | New Plymouth District Council
The unnamed baby arrived early Sunday, 15 February and has settled in well within the troop. More >>
Taranaki Mayors Call For Support For North Island Neighbours
Friday, 20 February 2026, 10:23 am | New Plymouth District Council
The Regional Disaster Relief Fund works with established partners to ensure donations are distributed responsibly and in line with community needs. More >>
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery Brings Hidden Voices Of Taranaki’s Tuna (eels) To The Surface In A Powerful New Exhibition
Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 11:28 am | New Plymouth District Council
The project brings attention to the ongoing legislative failures that enable the exploitation of waterways and undermine hapū authority in enacting kaitiakitanga. More >>
Confiscated Noise Machines Go Quietly To Charity
Tuesday, 17 February 2026, 11:49 am | New Plymouth District Council
NPDC confiscated the equipment – including stereo and Bluetooth sets, speakers and an amplifier – between late 2023 and early last year after receiving repeated noise complaints about the owners. More >>
Metro Plaza Demo Starts The Reopening Of The Huatoki In Central New Plymouth
Monday, 16 February 2026, 11:27 am | New Plymouth District Council
NPDC purchased the Metro Plaza in 2019 to make way to a create a greener, more vibrant city centre by opening up the awa as part of a private partnership. More >>
Big Decisions Ahead As NPDC Proposes 4.9 Per Cent Total Rates Increase
Monday, 16 February 2026, 9:33 am | New Plymouth District Council
Some projects have been rephased due to NPDC’s ability to deliver, including stormwater upgrades in Waitara and Inglewood, the Kāwaroa–Belt Road seawall, and various water supply improvements. More >>
NPDC Events And Venues A Hit With Audiences Despite Damp Summer
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 10:04 am | New Plymouth District Council
The TSB Festival of Lights shone brighter than ever, drawing an estimated 162,500 visits to Pukekura Park over its fiveweek season - a 4.8 per cent increase on last summer and a strong sign of its continuing appeal. More >>
Fitzroy Beach Ramp And Steps Set To Open Up Our Great Outdoors To All
Wednesday, 28 January 2026, 10:02 am | New Plymouth District Council
The new ramp and steps are a safer and easier path than the road and the existing aging steps, especially for families and anyone with a pram, mobility scooter or wheelchair. More >>
Puke Ariki To Press Pause On New Collection Donations
Tuesday, 27 January 2026, 10:44 am | New Plymouth District Council
Curatorial Lead, Lucy Macfarlane says the decision will ensure the museum can care for the taonga and objects already entrusted to them. More >>
Testing Begins Ahead Of Sewage Pump Station’s Major Upgrade
Thursday, 15 January 2026, 11:13 am | New Plymouth District Council
The pump station has a history of overflows whenever the station has stopped working, for instance during a power cut or during wet weather events. More >>
