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New Plymouth District Council - Latest News [Page 27]

95-year-old volunteer a shining light at Festival of lights

Friday, 29 December 2017, 9:56 am | New Plymouth District Council

But the 95-year-old former New Plymouth teacher loves giving something back to her community, so helps out each summer with the New Plymouth District Council (NPDC)-run TSB Festival of Lights which attracts about 125,000 people over the holiday season. More >>

New Plymouth Draft 10-Year Plan Proposes a Bold Future

Monday, 18 December 2017, 9:01 am | New Plymouth District Council

Land business to pay for extending the Coastal Walkway to Bell Block. One of the options being floated in NPDC’s 10-year work programme* More >>

Government Joins NPDC in Investing in Tourism Development

Friday, 15 December 2017, 2:33 pm | New Plymouth District Council

The Government has delivered an early Christmas present to the people of Taranaki by confirming it will invest around $700,000 in the iconic Pouakai Crossing one-day walk. More >>

The Cat and the Canadian – Summer at the Bowl

Friday, 8 December 2017, 4:36 pm | New Plymouth District Council

Red Roses with no leaves and Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs are just a few of the unusual requests from artists who play at the TSB Bowl of Brooklands. More >>

Earthquake strengthening work needed on East Stand at Yarrow

Tuesday, 28 November 2017, 10:05 am | New Plymouth District Council

An independent engineering company which looks after Yarrow Stadium says earthquake strengthening work is needed on the East Stand. More >>

Lights on, turn up, spend big

Friday, 24 November 2017, 10:59 am | New Plymouth District Council

A survey on the New Plymouth District Council-run TSB Festival of Lights has highlighted the significant contribution the summer spectacular is making to the region’s economy. More >>

Len Lye Centre pumps $7.4m into district

Friday, 10 November 2017, 3:09 pm | New Plymouth District Council

Len Lye Centre pumps $7.4m into district and generates 103 jobs, says independent BERL report More >>

Committee Recommends NPDC’s Waitara Lands Bill Be Approved

Wednesday, 2 August 2017, 1:53 pm | New Plymouth District Council

Historic Day for New Zealand: Maori Affairs Committee Recommends NPDC’s Waitara Lands Bill Be Approved The Maori Affairs Committee’s recommendation that Parliament approves a Bill to free up leasehold lands in Waitara is a historic moment for New ... More >>

Developing Breakwater Bay after America's Cup Win

Friday, 30 June 2017, 10:29 am | New Plymouth District Council

New Plymouth District Council is considering the potential for Breakwater Bay developments to boost the region’s economy. More >>

Richard Jordan named as NPDC Deputy Mayor

Thursday, 8 June 2017, 4:07 pm | New Plymouth District Council

Councillor Richard Jordan is the new Deputy Mayor for New Plymouth District Council (NPDC). More >>

Council's Innovation and Excellence Leads to National Award

Monday, 24 April 2017, 9:47 am | New Plymouth District Council

An on-going project to improve knowledge about cultural heritage sites in New Plymouth District has resulted in a national award. More >>

New Plymouth welcomes the Navy’s largest ever ship

Monday, 10 April 2017, 1:02 pm | New Plymouth District Council

New Plymouth welcomes the Navy’s largest ever ship New Plymouth District Council is welcoming the Navy’s decision to name New Plymouth as the home port of its replacement fleet tanker, HMNZS Aotearoa. The $493million HMNZS Aotearoa will be the biggest ... More >>

High Financial Ratings Confirmed for NPDC

Thursday, 27 October 2016, 2:02 pm | New Plymouth District Council

High Financial Ratings Confirmed for NPDC The strong financial management of New Plymouth District Council has been highlighted by finance credit agency Standard and Poor’s in its latest ratings for the Council. NPDC’s current rating of ‘AA/A-1’ ... More >>

Submissions Called on Waitara Lands Bill

Monday, 26 September 2016, 4:08 pm | New Plymouth District Council

Now is the time to send your comments to Parliament’s select committee on the New Plymouth District Council (Waitara Lands) Bill. More >>

New Model Proposed for Perpetual Investment Fund

Thursday, 11 August 2016, 12:25 pm | New Plymouth District Council

The Council’s Perpetual Investment Fund (PIF) could move to a new management model from March next year. More >>

Len Lye Centre Wins at Excellence Awards

Tuesday, 26 July 2016, 10:55 am | New Plymouth District Council

Local Government New Zealand has announced New Plymouth District Council as the winner of a local government arts and culture Excellence Award for its work in establishing the Len Lye Centre. More >>

Review of PIF Service Delivery Structure Under Way

Monday, 11 July 2016, 10:14 am | New Plymouth District Council

Following the successful sale of Tasman Farms, the Council and Taranaki Investment Management Limited (TIML) agreed it was an appropriate time to review the model for managing the Perpetual Investment Fund (PIF) as TIML commences the process of “resetting” ... More >>

Len Lye Centre a Finalist for International Award

Thursday, 7 July 2016, 9:55 am | New Plymouth District Council

New Plymouth’s Len Lye Centre is a finalist in the prestigious World Architecture Festival Awards. More >>

Gas Management System for Colson Road Landfill

Wednesday, 6 July 2016, 10:44 am | New Plymouth District Council

A new system will be installed at the Colson Road Landfill to counter an ongoing odour problem. More >>

Adoption of Bill a Significant Milestone

Wednesday, 6 July 2016, 10:38 am | New Plymouth District Council

Parliament’s first reading of the New Plymouth District Council (Waitara Lands) Bill 2016 is likely to take place in spring, following adoption of the proposed legislation at today’s Council meeting. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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