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Taranaki Mayoral Forum Calls For Stronger Action To Meet Emissions Targets

Tuesday, 27 August 2024, 1:02 pm | Stratford District Council

The Taranaki Mayoral Forum is very concerned that New Zealand is not on track to meet its emissions targets. More >>

Survey Shows Stratford District Great For Well-being, But Residents Want Clarity Around Rates And Value For Money

Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 7:57 pm | Stratford District Council

The results of the 2023/24 survey are relatively consistent year-on-year. Overall satisfaction with Council’s performance is at 59% (up 2%) and satisfaction with quality of services and facilities reached 69% (up 2%). More >>

Stratford District Council Votes To Retain Māori Ward For 2025 Election

Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 5:54 pm | Stratford District Council

Council’s decision today, now puts the future of Māori Wards in the hands of our community. Those enrolled to vote will get to have their say on the matter in a poll to be held October 2025. More >>

Send Ya Lids Off To School. Competition Aims To Lift Lid On Stratford’s Top Recycling Problem

Monday, 12 August 2024, 1:32 pm | Stratford District Council

Stratford residents have some of the cleanest recycling in New Zealand, with an average recycling contamination rate of around 3%. But, when a recycling bin does contain contamination, the culprit is more often than not the humble little lid. More >>

Stratford District 2024 Citizen Award Recipients Announced

Tuesday, 23 July 2024, 8:35 am | Stratford District Council

Stratford District Council is delighted to announce the Stratford district Citizen Awards recipients for 2024. The awards recognise the district’s local champions who go above and beyond for the community. More >>

Stratford District Council Adopts Long Term Plan 2024-34

Thursday, 11 July 2024, 8:38 am | Stratford District Council

This week Stratford District Council (SDC) adopted its final Long Term Plan 2024-34 and supporting documents after a robust audit review, and set the rates for the 2024/25 year. More >>

Free Neon Rave For Under 18s Will Be A Highlight Of Stratford School Hols

Monday, 8 July 2024, 3:55 pm | Stratford District Council

The Neon Rave will be a drug, alcohol, smoking and vaping free event. Doors will close from 7.45pm until 10pm, unless party goers are picked up or dropped off by a guardian. More >>

Stratford District Council Fees And Charges For 2024/25 Adopted

Wednesday, 26 June 2024, 2:24 pm | Stratford District Council

Some amendments to the proposed Fees and Charges were made after the LTP hearing in May, which Elected Members agreed to at yesterday’s meeting. More >>

Changes Made To Stratford Pedestrian Upgrades Post Community Feedback

Friday, 21 June 2024, 11:47 am | Stratford District Council

Two new pedestrian crossings will go ahead for Broadway in Stratford, with one zebra crossing located in between the roundabouts and a courtesy crossing in the vicinity of Seyton Street.  The final locations of these crossings are in response ... More >>

Stratford’s Free Positive Ageing Forum For June Puts The Focus On Safety

Wednesday, 5 June 2024, 12:29 pm | Stratford District Council

This month’s event will focus on staying fire safe in the home, crime prevention advice, and the use of medical alarms. There’ll also be a presentation from Mayor Neil Volzke on the Elizabeth Watson Fund, which is available to provide financial ... More >>

Pedestrian Access Across SH3 In Stratford’s CBD Is About To Double – Have Your Say On The Design Options Before 16 June

Tuesday, 4 June 2024, 2:44 pm | Stratford District Council

Two options are being considered by SDC when it makes a final decision by the end of June. These are available to view online and in person at council facilities until Sunday 16 June. More >>

Puanga Celebration Aims To Inspire Connection, Reflection, And Aspiration In Whakaahurangi, Stratford

Thursday, 30 May 2024, 3:59 pm | Stratford District Council

In celebration of Puanga, the Māori New Year, Stratford District Council (SDC) and Ngāruahine Iwi Health Services are pleased to announce A Starry Night will return to Whakaahurangi, Stratford on Thursday 27 June at the Stratford War Memorial Centre, ... More >>

The Victoria Park Pond’s Clean And Refill Is Finished, But Trashy Habits Have Been Uncovered

Thursday, 16 May 2024, 10:30 am | Stratford District Council

Illegal dumping of rubbish in a public place within the district may result in an infringement notice of up to $400. More >>

Mystery, Creativity, Rubber Duckies, And Skating? It’s All Part Of Stratford’s Youth Week Vibe!

Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 3:23 pm | Stratford District Council

Youth Week runs from 20 to 26 May 2024. During this time, young people from all over the country will host events to celebrate the talent, energy, and contribution of Aotearoa’s youth. More >>

Safe New Speed Limits For Stratford District School Zones From Monday 6 May

Wednesday, 1 May 2024, 9:35 am | Stratford District Council

The new speed limits are fixed, meaning that drivers will need to observe the limits 24 hours a day. This keeps school students, staff, and families safe on the streets outside of drop-off and pickup times. More >>

Free Swim Session On At Wai O Rua – Stratford Aquatic Centre To Celebrate Children’s Day, Sunday 3 March

Thursday, 29 February 2024, 3:39 pm | Stratford District Council

There will be 100 happy kids in Stratford on Children’s Day, Sunday 3 March, as Wai o Rua – Stratford Aquatic Centre celebrates the occasion with 100 free pool entries and ice-creams for kids 15 years old and under from 3pm. Rennie Naicker, ... More >>

‘Odds And Evens’ Water Restrictions To Begin In Stratford District

Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 1:01 pm | Stratford District Council

With Taranaki’s recent dry and hot summer weather forecast to continue, and dropping river levels, Stratford District Council (SDC) is imposing water restrictions from Saturday 17 February 2024 until further notice. Long periods of dry weather and low ... More >>

Stratford Youth Festival Bringing The Vibes To Children’s Day 2024

Tuesday, 13 February 2024, 9:42 am | Stratford District Council

Zeal Taranaki and Stratford District Youth Council (SDYC) are joining forces to put on the Stratford Youth Festival on Children’s Day, from 11am to 2pm on Sunday 3 March 2024, at Victoria Park. The festival is bringing together live entertainment, ... More >>

Save The Dates. Stratford’s Summer Nights Events Announced For 2024!

Wednesday, 13 December 2023, 11:39 am | Stratford District Council

Shake out your picnic blankets, dates have been locked down and the main acts announced for Stratford’s free 2024 Summer Nights concert and movie events in picturesque King Edward Park. Stratford District Council’s Summer Nights movies in the park ... More >>

Stratford’s Waste Levy Fund Opens For Projects That Reduce Waste

Wednesday, 1 November 2023, 10:01 am | Stratford District Council

Stratford District Council (SDC) is calling for individuals, community organisations, and not-for-profits with waste-busting ideas to apply for help from the Waste Levy Fund and get their project off the ground. The $25,000 annual Waste Levy Fund was ... More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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