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Nominations sought for Environmental Awards
Wednesday, 11 January 2012, 10:28 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Now in their 20th year, the annual awards recognise outstanding environmental contributions by businesses, the agricultural sector, individuals, schools and community groups. There have been 177 winners since 1993. More >>
Tupare makes a feast of summer
Monday, 2 January 2012, 11:41 am | Taranaki Regional Council
One of New Plymouth’s premier heritage properties will see in 2012 with a feast for the senses on Saturday (7 January). The New Year market day and guided walk at Tupare, on Mangorei Road overlooking the Waiwhakaiho River, will feature new attractions ... More >>
Taranaki pioneers biodiversity pact
Thursday, 1 December 2011, 3:10 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki is breaking new ground nationally with a formal accord uniting the champions of the region’s native plants and wildlife. A draft Taranaki Biodiversity Accord, which has been developed by a broad range of voluntary groups and agencies, was discussed ... More >>
Garden party just the ticket for Election Day
Monday, 21 November 2011, 10:54 am | Taranaki Regional Council
An election-day garden party at Tupare will be an opportunity to plan ahead for Christmas while stepping back in time. The free event, which runs from 9am to noon at the New Plymouth heritage property on Saturday, will include: Hand-made arts and crafts and ... More >>
New Friends on agenda at Hollards
Friday, 18 November 2011, 1:58 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
A public gathering at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, next Friday (25 November) will mark a new phase at the heritage property, which was refurbished and relaunched three years ago. More >>
Taranaki: Consistency plea in road funding
Friday, 18 November 2011, 10:14 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki’s Regional Transport Committee has expressed frustration at changes to road funding criteria, and is calling for consistency. The Committee has been told that Taranaki programmes and projects previously paid for out of national funds, ... More >>
Bell Block possums targeted
Tuesday, 15 November 2011, 10:38 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki’s region-wide possum control programme is expanding into the Bell Block area this week. Contractors are undertaking an initial control operation to reduce possum numbers on a 2600 ha swathe south of Bell Block. More >>
Taranaki: Public transport views sought
Monday, 17 October 2011, 12:29 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki’s public transport services are under the microscope and the public has an opportunity to make their views known. The Taranaki Regional Council has prepared a draft Regional Public Transport Plan for 2012-2022, which is open for public consultation ... More >>
Buses win in RWC2011 festivities
Tuesday, 27 September 2011, 10:38 am | Taranaki Regional Council
More than 13,000 people used special bus services laid on for the three Rugby World Cup 2011 games in New Plymouth this month. More >>
Cultural exploration at Pukeiti
Monday, 26 September 2011, 12:13 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Exploration of the cultural variety is on the menu for Pukeiti’s popular Explorer Club this Sunday (2 October). More >>
Take the plunge at Pukeiti
Thursday, 22 September 2011, 2:21 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki people are being given an opportunity to become part of the story of iconic and internationally renowned Pukeiti gardens. More >>
Garden workshop for rugby refugees
Monday, 5 September 2011, 2:20 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Gardeners wanting to escape the rugby excitement on Sunday (11 September) can gather with others to share tips and information on caring for and sowing seeds and seedlings. More >>
Tupare Springs Into Rwc2011 Season
Monday, 29 August 2011, 11:26 am | Taranaki Regional Council
With spring and Rugby World Cup 2011 in the air, there's a flurry of activity this week at one of Taranaki's premier heritage properties: More >>
Land database investment welcomed
Thursday, 11 August 2011, 4:12 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
New Zealand’s Regional Councils and Unitary Authorities welcome the Ministry of Science and Innovation’s announcement that the Government will invest $1 million a year into a four-year Land Cover Research Programme that will update the country’s ... More >>
Gardening with the benefit of hindsight
Monday, 8 August 2011, 4:02 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
It’s been two years since a model vegetable plot was established at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga – and the lessons learnt will be the subject of a free workshop on Sunday (14 August). The workshop, at Bernie’s Home Garden from 2pm to 4pm, is aimed at ... More >>
Dead stock not wanted in waterways or on beaches
Monday, 4 July 2011, 12:47 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
A co-ordinated effort is being made to prevent dead stock washing up on North Taranaki beaches this winter. More >>
New requirements likely for wastewater treatment
Friday, 10 June 2011, 12:20 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
The Government’s new National Policy Statement (NPS) for Freshwater Management is likely to have significant implications for operators of wastewater treatment systems in Taranaki – in particular dairy farmers. The NPS takes effect from 1 ... More >>
Active critters are gardeners' friends
Tuesday, 7 June 2011, 10:34 am | Taranaki Regional Council
Worms in a bathtub, chooks in a tractor and bees out of the hive … it will all be happening at a free home gardening workshop at Hollard Gardens in Kaponga on Sunday (12 June). More >>
Streamside scheme passes 2 million mark
Friday, 27 May 2011, 2:37 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki’s streamside fencing and planting programme has passed a significant milestone – and one group of lucky farmers today had even more reason to celebrate. More than 300,000 plants are being distributed to farmers this week for planting under ... More >>
Environmental efforts recognised
Tuesday, 17 May 2011, 1:40 pm | Taranaki Regional Council
Taranaki environmental champions ranging from primary school pupils to a large corporate were honoured at an awards ceremony in Stratford today. More >>
