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Free Hydro Hype Pool Party Turning Up The Vibes On 27 June!
Friday, 13 June 2025, 4:26 pm | Stratford District Council
SDYC Co-Chair Lucas Jacobson says Hydro Hype’s a chance to celebrate the end of term, with Zeal Taranaki providing their professional sound system and DJ skills. More >>
Putting The Prosperous Back In Stratford’s Prospero Place
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 10:36 am | Stratford District Council
Director Community Services, Kate Whareaitu says, “Prospero Place has evolved substantially in the last 6 years and it’s exciting to get stuck into developing a more fit for purpose community space.” More >>
Stratford District Council Rates Increase For 2025/26 Stays On Track From Long Term Plan Forecast
Friday, 30 May 2025, 3:11 pm | Stratford District Council
The Long Term Plan 2024-34 adopted a streamlined approach to the delivery of council services, in recognition of the strained economic environment and a significant reduction in external funding available to council. More >>
Guide To Celebrating Puanga In Whakaahurangi, Stratford
Friday, 23 May 2025, 1:48 pm | Stratford District Council
Puanga gives us the opportunity to celebrate our achievements, remember loved ones, and look forward to the future. It’s also about connecting with whānau and friends, being open minded and interested in what’s possible for the future, says Community ... More >>
Stratford Youth Week 2025: Crafternoon, On The Bus, And Pop-up Cinema Events!
Thursday, 8 May 2025, 1:52 pm | Stratford District Council
Stratford District Youth Council (SDYC) Co-Chair Tatjana Hanne says, “The national theme for Youth Week 2025 is Whai Wāhitanga – Take our Place. More >>
Nominate Your Local Stratford Champions For A Citizen And Youth Citizen Award
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 11:09 am | Stratford District Council
Nominating local champions for these awards is a long-standing tradition for the Stratford district, going back 30 plus years. They identify people in the community who have shown leadership, inspiration, or dedication to a cause, contributing to ... More >>
Waste-busting Idea? Stratford District Council’s Ready With Funds!
Monday, 28 April 2025, 3:07 pm | Stratford District Council
“The Waste Levy Fund opened in 2023, and since then we’ve helped some great community waste reduction projects get off the ground,” says Peter McNamara, SDC Waste & Water Education Officer. More >>
Healthy People, Warm Homes At The Heart Of Positive Ageing Forum
Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 10:33 am | Stratford District Council
Speaking at the May Positive Ageing Forum will be Hilary Blackstock, Sport Taranaki’s Strength & Balance coordinator, who’ll share opportunities for older adults to keep active in Taranaki, as well as how people can improve strength and balance for ... More >>
Water Security A Key Focus For Taranaki Mayoral Forum
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 10:17 am | Stratford District Council
Mayoral Forum Chair, Neil Volzke says the issue of water security in Taranaki has been a key topic of discussion at recent forum meetings, made more urgent by the current dry conditions affecting the region. More >>
Local Water Done Well – Water Reforms Update From Stratford District Council
Wednesday, 26 February 2025, 2:24 pm | Stratford District Council
At an Extraordinary meeting on 25 February 2025, Stratford District Council (SDC) discussed the two water services delivery methods that will be made available for public consultation as part of the Local Water Done Well (LWDW) central government ... More >>
Stratford Community Invited To Make A Final Submission On The Draft Victoria Park Reserve Management Plan
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:11 pm | Stratford District Council
“Now it’s time for our community to tell us if the proposed changes to the RMP should remain in the final document,” says SDC Parks and Reserves Officer, Melanie McBain. More >>
Stratford To Celebrate Children’s Day With Free Swim And Colour Run
Friday, 14 February 2025, 3:04 pm | Stratford District Council
Youth Councillor Saphire Brady says, “Holding these events for free gives more of our district’s kids the chance to splash about with friends, run around with whānau, be loud, get messy, have fun, and eat ice-cream. We can’t think of a better ... More >>
Taranaki Leaders Say Work Needed To Remove Offshore Wind Barriers
Tuesday, 28 January 2025, 11:55 am | Stratford District Council
The Mayoral Forum, made up of the Stratford, New Plymouth and South Taranaki mayors and the Taranaki Regional Council chair, this week lodged a submission on the Bill, which is before a Select Committee. More >>
2023/24 Annual Report And Summary Now Available Online
Tuesday, 17 December 2024, 8:01 pm | Stratford District Council
Stratford District Council (SDC) adopted its 2023/24 Annual Report, accompanied by a clean audit opinion, at its Ordinary Meeting on 10 December 2024. A summary and the full report can be viewed online at Stratford.govt.nz Chief Executive Sven ... More >>
Park Up In Stratford This January For The Free Summer Nights Series
Tuesday, 3 December 2024, 3:16 pm | Stratford District Council
The Summer Nights live concert in the park will be held on Saturday 18 January 2025, from 5pm in King Edward Park. A week later, on Saturday 25 January, whānau can get comfy in front of the outdoor big screen for our Summer Nights movies in the park. More >>
Stratford District Mayor Expresses Disappointment Over Potential Closure Of Stratford Press
Thursday, 28 November 2024, 3:22 pm | Stratford District Council
Mayor Volzke, and SDC councillors, agreed that the decision will have major implications for the residents of the Stratford district, as well as those in Eltham and Inglewood. More >>
Stratford’s 2024 Scarecrow Trail Is Open. Bring On The Hunt!
Friday, 1 November 2024, 7:02 pm | Stratford District Council
The Scarecrow Trail, running from 1 to 17 November, is one of Taranaki’s largest scavenger hunts. There are over 50 community-crafted scarecrows to discover in Stratford district, with $2,000 worth of prizes on offer for both scarecrow creators and hunters. More >>
Hay There, Stratford District! Registrations Are Open For The 2024 Scarecrow Trail
Monday, 23 September 2024, 2:28 pm | Stratford District Council
Registrations to create a scarecrow for the 8th annual trail close on Wednesday 23 October 2024. There are four categories with prizes up for grabs - Pre-school, School, Business, and Open, with an additional prize across all categories for the best use ... More >>
Make A Difference With The Stratford Youth Council
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:28 am | Stratford District Council
If you’re 12-24 years old and live, work or go to school in the Stratford district, you’re eligible to be a youth councillor, and are invited to apply online at Stratford.govt.nz/YouthCouncil by 20 October. More >>
Community Projects Turning Trash Into Treasure Thanks To Stratford District Waste Levy Fund
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:40 am | Stratford District Council
The initiative’s already having an impact on waste minimisation, with the reductions set to continue now that new community tools and infrastructure are in place. More >>