Current Stratford District Mayor Neil Volzke has announced he will be seeking another term at this year’s local government elections. “Stratford is one of the smaller councils in New Zealand and I believe we punch well above our weight when it comes to performance, but we need to continue to grow. Overall the District has... Continue Reading →
Police have released the name of the Stratford woman who lost her life on Sunday May 5 following a crash near the Bird Road intersection. Tania Elizabeth Frost-Saywell, 53 of Stratford was the sole occupier of her vehicle and died at the scene. A 32 year old man is still in Taranaki Base Hospital in... Continue Reading →
Taranaki Base Hospital spokeswoman Kirsty McMurray has confirmed a 32 year old male is in a stable condition in ICU. This follows an accident near Stratford at around 8pm on Sunday night involving two vehicles. One female victim died at the scene of the accident. A police spokesperson advised the victim's were sole occupiers of... Continue Reading →
Police have confirmed that one person has died following the serious crash at the corner of Mountain Road and Bird Road, Cardiff, Stratford, earlier tonight. Another person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition. The road remains closed with diversions in place. The Serious Crash Unit is examining the scene. know more? Click... Continue Reading →
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-car crash at the corner of Mountain Road and Bird Road, Cardiff, Stratford. Police were called about 8pm on Sunday. Initial reports suggest one person may be trapped in a vehicle. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. The road is closed with diversions in place.... Continue Reading →
Rosalea Webby and Lisa Beckett started a rock hunting game in Taranaki about two years ago after it became popular in other areas. It started in Palmerston North and was inspired by an American group. It's a scavenger hunt but for painted rocks says Webby. The idea is to paint rocks, hide them in local... Continue Reading →
Update 2 The fibre repair crew is now onsite and investigating repair options. Update 1 Fibre damage location has been identified as near Mangapouri Cemetery, Egmont Village, Taranaki. Technical staff are heading to the site to find out the cause of the damage. Ultrafast Fibre have confirmed on their website there is currently a major... Continue Reading →
