Council news

Wed 09 Mar 2022

Is there a special piece of native bush on your property? A place where the tūī and kererū hang out or a home to distinctive plants, fungi, flowers or insects? If there is, keep reading. Because it might be even more special than you think.

Fri 11 Feb 2022

Swamps, marshes and bogs may not be glamorous but for some of our most unique native species they’re the perfect home.

Thu 10 Feb 2022 8:30am

The redevelopment of Taranaki’s iconic Yarrow Stadium achieved another significant milestone as work gets underway to replace the roof on the West Stand.

Tue 08 Feb 2022

A $48,750 fine imposed on a Taranaki property developer is a reminder that all landowners have environmental responsibilities, even if their land lies vacant and unused.

Sun 06 Feb 2022

The Taranaki Regional Council is monitoring rainfall and river flows throughout the region. There has been a period of sustained heavy rain yesterday and overnight. Rain is forecast to continue until early afternoon today.

Wed 02 Feb 2022 9:00am

World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on 2 February to raise awareness on the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands.

Tue 18 Jan 2022

A weathered old red-eared slider turtle found on a Bell Block walkway last week is believed to have been on the run for at least a year, possibly a lot longer.

Tue 21 Dec 2021

Hornwort has been discovered in a third Taranaki lake, reinforcing calls to Check, Clean, Dry and stop the spread of pests before it’s too late.