respect to any information or advice within this strategy. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS We are grateful for the enthusiastic and candid participation in the development of this strategy that occurred in several ways: • engagement by technical, operations and staff from territorial local authorities, regional councils and coordinating executive group organisations who made themselves available at short notice to provide feedback and attend workshops. • support and
Farms Jamie Coburn Silver Fern Farms Anne Probert Venture Taranaki Matt Lamb Venture Taranaki Adam Wood Beach Energy Maui Matthews Taranaki District Health Board Attendees to the workshop were welcomed by Taranaki Regional Council Chief Executive Steve Ruru, who gave an overview of the government’s Essential Freshwater package and what it aims to achieve. After hearing from the Council’s subject matter experts, the workshop discussed three matters: (1) Long-term vision for
production of methanol at Methanex New Zealand and for the manufacture of fertiliser at Ballance Agri-Nutrients. Taranaki is fundamental to the Government’s strategy to further develop the nation’s natural resources and attract new oil and gas exploration – a goal that will benefit all of New Zealand. Exploration is progressively extending to other New Zealand regions and Taranaki’s specialist support industry is playing a leading servicing role. Effectively, ‘hub and spoke’ connectivities
production of methanol at Methanex New Zealand and for the manufacture of fertiliser at Ballance Agri-Nutrients. Taranaki is fundamental to the Government’s strategy to further develop the nation’s natural resources and attract new oil and gas exploration – a goal that will benefit all of New Zealand. Exploration is progressively extending to other New Zealand regions and Taranaki’s specialist support industry is playing a leading servicing role. Effectively, ‘hub and spoke’ connectivities
opportunity to tell us what you think. The Council is also consulting on the long-term vision for freshwater, which will set expectations for freshwater management for generations. OPTION 1 Improving water quality Boost capacity so that we can advance the improvement of water quality across the region in line with the Government’s requirements and public aspirations. Additional spend Year 1: $1.98M Year 2: $0.51M Year 3: $0.39M Nearly
gain a more accurate understanding of wetland types, condition, size and the pressures on them. Where we’re heading The invasive weed hornwort has established in Lake Rotorangi. With the introduction of the NPS-FM, there is a national push to identify new and more accurate wetland mapping techniques. Using tools such as LiDAR, we are working alongside other regional councils to develop methods that will enable us to meet the national 10 year goal of mapping all
Where transport improves our health and wellbeing, creating liveable places for our communities.’ (Road to Zero Strategy) The provision of a safer transport system for everyone who travels around the Taranaki region has been a key regional priority for many years. This safety focus has been strengthened through the Government’s Road to Zero safety strategy, which sets a clear vision where no one is killed or seriously injured in road crashes. Land Transport Rule: Setting of
spectators, which is achieved through superior event facilities, presentation and management and through the early adoption and smart use of technology. This vision was adopted by both the Taranaki Regional Council and New Plymouth District Council in 2015 after consultation with the regional sports sector, and was reaffirmed by the TRC in May 2019 when it approved the repair and refurbishment project. Top of page What's happening nowThe decision to proceed with the repairs and essential refurbishments
Long-Term Plan purpose Consultation issues Our mission Governance report Working together with Maori 1 2 3 10 12 14 Groups of activities Resource management Catchment management Transport Flood protection and hazard management Regional facilities Regional leadership and governance 29 41 52 57 63 67 Audit eportr Our region Community wellbeings Operating environment Strategic priorities 18 20 22 24 26 27