Over 7 tonnes of South Taranaki’s electronic waste has been diverted from landfill in the last (2019/20) financial year, about the same weight as an adult African Elephant or Tyrannosaurus rex, says South Taranaki District Council (STDC) Environment and Sustainability Manager, Rebecca Martin. “STDC set up an E-Waste (Electronic Waste) Recycling Subsidy in early 2019 in an effort... Continue Reading →
Well done South Taranaki, we have made it to level 2 and in celebration, the new LED lights on top of the historic Hāwera Water Tower have been changed to help celebrate. Upgraded just before the country went into lockdown, the new LEDs have a longer lifespan than the former red neons which were installed... Continue Reading →
The South Taranaki District Council released its Annual Plan today (7 May) which, amongst other measures, proposes a zero rate increase for the 2020 – 2021 financial year. South Taranaki Mayor, Phil Nixon says in light of the COVID-19 pandemic the Council’s focus for the next year will be on ways it can support the... Continue Reading →
The South Taranaki District Council is excited to host Kate Meads, New Zealand’s own waste free warrior, through online virtual workshops. Back by popular demand, Kate Meads will be hosting is a Food Lovers Masterclass where participants will learn tips and tricks to make the most out of groceries and save money. “This workshop is... Continue Reading →
Today the South Taranaki District Council (STDC) released a number of initiatives it is working on, aimed at bringing relief to residents and businesses in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. South Taranaki District Mayor, Phil Nixon says; “Council has developed a range of measures aimed at bringing relief to residents and businesses, some of which... Continue Reading →
The move to COVID-19 Alert Level 3 on Tuesday 28 April will mean South Taranaki readers can again access physical books from their local LibraryPlus via a new “click and collect” contactless system. South Taranaki District Council libraries and cultural services manager, Cath Sheard says unfortunately, this does not apply to people living in Rest... Continue Reading →
Just one week after closing their doors due to the COVID-19 lockdown, the South Taranaki District Council (STDC) LibraryPlus have seen a 26% increase in the use of eBooks and eAudio. STDC Libraries and Cultural Services Manager Cath Sheard says, “I’ve always known we’re a district of readers and this confirms that nothing gets between... Continue Reading →
South Taranaki District Council (STDC) environmental services group manager, Liam Dagg, has today issued a health warning for Waingongoro River Mouth. “Routine sampling by the Taranaki Regional Council has found high levels of Escherichia coli (E.coli) at the Waingongoro River Mouth. Visitors to this area should not collect shellfish and plant life or come into... Continue Reading →
Due to high levels of blue-green algal bloom (Planktonic cyanobacteria), Kaupokonui River mouth is closed until further notice and warning signs have been erected. South Taranaki District Council (STDC) environmental services group manager Liam Dagg says Cyanobacteria is a naturally occurring algae capable of producing toxins, most commonly causing skin and eye irritation. However, some... Continue Reading →
South Taranaki District Council (STDC) regulatory services manager, Chantelle Denton, has today issued a health warning for Kaupokonui and Waingongoro River Mouths. “Routine sampling by the Taranaki Regional Council has found high levels of Escherichia coli (E.coli) at Kaupokonui and Waingongoro River Mouths. Visitors to these areas should not collect shellfish and plant life or... Continue Reading →
