Taranaki Regional Council - Latest News [Page 13]
Gardening Give-and-take For Elizabeth’s Sake
Monday, 29 April 2013, 11:41 am | Taranaki Regional Council
The first of a series of three free public workshops on Sunday (5 May) will focus on a new design for an area of Elizabeth Garden, which was among Sir Russell Matthew’s first developments on the New Plymouth property in the 1930s and 1940s. More >>
Taranaki’s Flagship Environmental Awards Revamped
Thursday, 18 April 2013, 3:34 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki’s Flagship Environmental Awards Have Been Revamped And Upgraded As They Go Into Their Third Decade. More >>
Pruning workshop — shear and share alike
Monday, 15 April 2013, 11:48 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Sharp techniques for pruning will be shared at a free public workshop at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, on Sunday (21 April). More >>
Inglewood, Urenui next in line for emergency plans
Monday, 8 April 2013, 10:22 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Public meetings in Inglewood and Urenui this week and next will be the first step towards the townships helping themselves to be better prepared for emergencies. More >>
Daisy Sunday Afternoon At Hollards
Monday, 25 March 2013, 9:59 am | Taranaki Regional Council
There’s more to the humble daisy than meets the eye – but all will be revealed at a free public workshop at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, on Easter Sunday afternoon. More >>
Taranaki: Clear message in streamside scorecard
Thursday, 21 March 2013, 1:37 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
The latest progress report on Taranaki’s massive riparian (streamside) planting and fencing programme highlights a simple message for farmers: Plan ahead and do the work to finish the job – all farmers now need to be acting, as most are. More >>
Stop Fly Tippers Doing The Dirty
Wednesday, 13 March 2013, 10:16 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Tonnes of household rubbish is illegally dumped on roadsides and reserves in Taranaki every year – and everyone has a part to play in stopping it, say those who must clean up the mess. More >>
Study highlights Port Taranaki's crucial role
Tuesday, 5 March 2013, 11:43 am | Taranaki Regional Council
The value of public ownership of Port Taranaki was highlighted today in a new report assessing its economic impact on the region. More >>
Come out to play on Anniversary Day
Monday, 4 March 2013, 10:03 am | Taranaki Regional Council
The holiday festivities will include a garden fair with live music, children’s activities and stalls, as well as a guided walk through the property’s world-renowned plant collection, and a cross-country bike ride from Dawson Falls to Hollards. More >>
Find out about all facets of flax
Monday, 11 February 2013, 8:33 am | Taranaki Regional Council
The cultural, artistic and physical properties of harakeke, or flax, will be explored at a free public workshop at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, on Sunday (17 February). More >>
Tupare treats on Waitangi Day
Thursday, 31 January 2013, 10:00 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Live music, tasty treats, local arts and crafts, and a chance to explore and learn more about one of New Plymouth’s premier heritage properties and its stunning gardens … all this and more will be on offer at Tupare on Waitangi Day. More >>
Field day shows why wetlands work is worth it
Monday, 28 January 2013, 9:52 am | Taranaki Regional Council
An example of the importance of wetlands and the challenges involved in their restoration and enhancement will be on public show to mark World Wetlands Day on Sunday (3 February). More >>
Mystery and history at Pukeiti
Monday, 28 January 2013, 9:06 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Nature fans, history buffs and lovers of magic places will be catered for during a free guided walk at Pukeiti on Sunday (3 February). More >>
A Walk On The Cultivated Side
Monday, 14 January 2013, 10:30 am | Taranaki Regional Council
A Walk On The Cultivated Side Taranaki people have two opportunities to gain deeper insights into one of the region’s horticultural crown jewels on Sunday (20 January). Hollard Gardens at Kaponga will be the venue for one of the New Plymouth District ... More >>
Toes a-tapping at Tupare
Monday, 31 December 2012, 1:11 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Treats for the eyes, ears and tastebuds are in store for visitors to Tupare on Mangorei Rd, New Plymouth, on Saturday (5 January). The premier heritage property’s traditional New Year garden fair will feature a wide range of stalls as well as live entertainment ... More >>
Early Christmas Treat For Bus Users
Monday, 10 December 2012, 10:07 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Early Christmas Treat For Bus Users People in South Taranaki and Inglewood can ride for free on Taranaki Regional Council once-a-week bus services next week (18-21 December). The promotion applies to SouthLink services connecting Hawera with Waverley, Patea, ... More >>
Play your part, river users urged
Tuesday, 4 December 2012, 2:38 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Recreational users of the region’s rivers and streams are again getting the “check clean dry” message this summer – and it’s taken on greater urgency with the unwelcome arrival in Taranaki of hornwort, another aquatic pest plant. More >>
Festive family day at Tupare
Monday, 3 December 2012, 9:24 am | Taranaki Regional Council
One of New Plymouth’s premier heritage properties will be turning it on for Christmas on Saturday (8 December) with a Garden Fair featuring music, dance, story-telling, food, produce and arts and crafts. More >>
Be part of the Pukeiti story
Monday, 19 November 2012, 9:50 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki people are being given another opportunity to become part of the story of iconic Pukeiti. More >>
Garden pests? Bug them out gently
Monday, 5 November 2012, 10:44 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Environmentally friendly ways of keeping bad bugs out of the home garden will be the focus of a free workshop at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, on Sunday (11 November). More >>