New Plymouth District Council
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NEW PLYMOUTH — From this Monday (5 December) the public will be asked their opinions on whether the speed limit in New Plymouth’s CBD should be reduced to 30km/h.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — On Sunday (4 December) many of our volunteers get to put their feet up and have something done for them for a change.
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INGLEWOOD — The water situation in Inglewood is returning to normal this morning.
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INGLEWOOD — There has been a blow-out of a water main on James Street, Inglewood, which has resulted in dirty water being supplied to businesses and homes in the CBD area.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Huatoki Walkway will be closed between the Vivian Street ramp and Red Coat Lane this Monday and Tuesday (28 and 29 November) while contractors work on a gabion wall, which helps prevent erosion of the Huatoki Stream's bank.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — For sand dunes to protect our beaches, they must be no-go zones for people and vehicles.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A vision to radically transform the customer experience in New Plymouth’s i-SITE has led to a national innovation award for New Plymouth District Council.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District is well on track to becoming one of the most accessible districts in the country.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Warning signs will be going up on a section of Coastal Walkway after erosion along a seaside cliff.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A light-fingered plant enthusiast has put a big dent into Oakura’s summer plant display.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — From tomorrow (Wednesday) the public can have their say on how heritage is managed in New Plymouth District.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Independent hearing commissioners have granted four resource consents to New Plymouth District Council, which were sought as part of the New Plymouth and Waitara sewerage upgrades.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The extension of the Coastal Walkway to Bell Block has garnered a top award from the country’s leading recreation body.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Many workers in New Plymouth’s CBD travel to work by bike or by walking – and there is plenty of room to develop this ‘active travel’ culture.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Greater safety is coming for students at Vogeltown School with the creation of a 40km/h variable speed limit outside its gates.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The Council wants to hear the public’s opinions on what should be done with Burgess House and its grounds.
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INGLEWOOD — A tidy-up of Joe Gibbs Reserve in Inglewood will see nearly 30 trees removed later this week.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Two pathways in New Plymouth’s western and eastern suburbs are about to get a significant redevelopment as part of the Let’s Go programme.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Funding for cricket nets in Pukekura Park will be considered as part of NPDC’s Long-Term Plan deliberations next year.
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Twenty-five inspirational young people have had their successes recognised at the Young Achievers’ Awards 2011.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A high-powered delegation from Mishima, Japan arrives in New Plymouth tomorrow (Tuesday) to mark the 20th anniversary of the cities’ Sister City relationship.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A trial run for the transport of a large oil and gas industry module through central New Plymouth will require a clearway on some streets this Monday (31 October).
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth’s green credentials have been reinforced during Rugby World Cup 2011.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — It’s going to be a big Sunday at the New Plymouth Fanzone! The venue is expected to be packed for the Rugby World Cup 2011 final between New Zealand and France.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Businesses are being asked to help fund a Guy Fawkes fireworks event on New Plymouth’s Coastal Walkway for Saturday 5 November.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A stand of trees will be cut down on Huatoki Walkway next week, to reduce the chance of a bank collapsing onto the path.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Today (Thursday) New Plymouth District Council decided to stop fluoridating the water supply for the New Plymouth area.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council is proposing a more active approach to managing earthquake-prone buildings in the district.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The Council is aiming to increase economic development and vibrancy in New Plymouth’s CBD by better management of car parking.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The District Plan on our website has recently been updated.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A tough sponsorship climate has led to the cancellation of this November’s community fireworks event in New Plymouth.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Students at Highlands Intermediate School will talk with New Plymouth District Council tomorrow (Thursday) about what would make a great playground.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council is to consider funding cricket nets for Pukekura Park.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Slips and washouts have affected some roads around the district after last night’s heavy downpours.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A new series of courses on how to live more sustainably is being offered in New Plymouth.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The dead turf on Puke Ariki Landing (where the International Village was) will be lifted today and new turf laid next week.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — From tomorrow (Saturday), the public will be asked their views about the Coastal Walkway.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Barrier arms are being installed along the Coastal Walkway as part of the safety plan to close off parts of the walkway during heavy seas or floods.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — An investigation is about to begin on the future of New Plymouth’s YMCA site.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — With Mental Health Awareness Week just around the corner, people in Taranaki will soon have access to an exciting new wellness initiative called ‘Turn the Page’.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A proposal to reduce the speed limit in New Plymouth’s CBD to 30km/h will go out to the public for their feedback.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — More than $200,000 has been allocated to 22 community groups from NPDC’s Funding Subcommittee.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Greater flexibility has been built into new subdivision rules for rural areas in New Plymouth District.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — One of the more challenging sections of the Huatoki Walkway will be improved during summer.
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TARANAKI — The Len Lye Centre project has attracted an outstanding corporate supporter, with the announcement of a $2.5 million contribution from Todd Energy towards the construction of the building.
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TARANAKI — Today (Tuesday) the Taranaki International Village began construction on Puke Ariki Landing.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The tenders for constructing a sewer pipeline from Waitara to New Plymouth have been awarded – for little more than half the estimated price.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Four large rocks will be removed from the Waitara rivermouth tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon by using explosives.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A 'no dig' restriction is in place for contractors and utility operators around the Rugby World Cup matches in New Plymouth.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Four more hazardous rocks will be removed from the mouth of the Waitara River this Monday (5 September), conditions permitting.
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Leave your car behind this Sunday and travel to Yarrow Stadium by shuttle bus! “There’s going to be a huge crowd watching Taranaki defend the Ranfurly Shield against Hawke’s Bay, so we’re encouraging people to leave their cars behind and take a shuttle bus instead,” says Manager Venues Jenny Mills.
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A double season pass for 2012 and a Taranaki jersey are up for grabs at this Sunday’s Ranfurly Shield defence – and all that rugby fans have to do is recycle.
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Let’s pack out Yarrow Stadium this Sunday as we cheer on Tenderlink Taranaki in their defence of the Ranfurly Shield! The game starts at 4.35pm and fans are advised to pre-buy their tickets and get to the stadium early to make sure they’re in their seats when the team runs on the field.
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TARANAKI — Come and cheer the new holders of the Ranfurly Shield! 2.15pm: Team lands at the New Plymouth airport.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The Court of Appeal yesterday dismissed Ray Hunt’s appeal against the October 2010 High Court judgment of Her Honour Justice Mallon, striking out his claim against New Plymouth District Council regarding leasehold lands in Waitara.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — More than 200 New Plymouth retailers have signed up to take part in a best-dressed shop competition to welcome the visiting nations to New Plymouth for Rugby World Cup 2011.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Public transport is getting a major boost in Taranaki during Rugby World Cup 2011.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The design of the Oakura sewerage system has resulted in a national award.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Keep an eye out next week for information on how public transport will make it easier to travel in Taranaki during Rugby World Cup 2011.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Work has begun on planning and designing a roundabout for the Tukapa Street/Omata Road intersection in New Plymouth.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Rose pruning season is upon us, and New Plymouth District Council is offering expert advice to home gardeners.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Pointsmen will be at work on an eastern section of the Coastal Walkway this week as heavy vehicles cross the pathway.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Wanted: performers and food vendors from ethnic communities and cultures for the Taranaki International Village (during RWC 2011).
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Up to eight trees will be removed from Pukekura Park’s Tree Fern Gully this week to make the area safe for public use.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — On Thursday 28 July the water will be off on the following streets - Bayly Road, between South Road and Breakwater Road, from 9.00am until 10.30am to repair a water main.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — From next Monday (1 August), homeowners can find out if they are eligible for a rebate on their rates.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The first step towards a tribunal on the use of fluoride in New Plymouth District’s drinking water is about to begin, with submissions being called from the public from Monday next week (1 August).
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Submissions open next Monday (1 August) on how we should reduce and manage waste in New Plymouth District.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth’s Govett-Brewster Art Gallery has been awarded the inaugural Big ‘A’ Creative New Zealand Arts For All Award in recognition of its work in becoming more accessible to the disabled community.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A study into Oakura’s future recreation and community facility needs may be considered as part of the Draft Long-Term Plan 2012-2022.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The revamped East End Playground has reopened for use today (Monday).
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Twelve New Plymouth District residents have been recognised with Citizens’ Awards.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Arborists will be tending to a landmark pohutukawa in New Plymouth this Sunday (17 JULY).
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Tenders have been called for the construction of the 12.5km-long sewer pipeline from Waitara to New Plymouth.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — While Taranaki faces off against its competition during the ITM Cup, the team’s fans have their own challenge this season.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Residents in the Barrett Road area may notice a slight drop in water pressure as scheduled maintenance work is carried out on the Barrett Road Reservoir.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Puke Ariki is soon to get a new manager.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — A 12-week project to improve stormwater drainage from Hine Street will see a section of the Coastal Walkway closed for two weeks.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) Roadshow will arrive in New Plymouth this Sunday (17 July) at Puke Ariki Landing from 10.00am to 1.00pm.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The Len Lye Centre has secured another half million dollar investment with a grant from the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board’s Environment and Heritage Committee.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth’s eye-catching Te Rewa Rewa Bridge has just won another major international award.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — What are the tips and tricks to pruning fruit trees well? New Plymouth District Council is holding a pruning demonstration this Saturday (9 July) for anyone who wants guidance from horticulture experts on how to prune stone and pip fruit trees.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The final release of RWC 2011 tickets goes on sale today (Monday) at TSB Showplace.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Today’s launch of talknewplymouth.com marks the first steps in public consultation for the Council’s next 10-year plan.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council is welcoming the change in direction from the Ministry of Economic Development regarding the implementation of the Major Events Management Act (MEMA) during Rugby World Cup 2011.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Crucial central government support announced today by the Minister for the Arts, Culture and Heritage the Hon.
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TARANAKI — The ultimate mascot race will be held at Yarrow Stadium for the 10 teams representing their schools at the Taranaki Rippa World Cup Final this Wednesday (29 June).
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The water on Frankley Road, from Barclay Street to house number 469 Frankley Road, will be off on Friday 24 June from 10am until approximately 2pm to move a fire hydrant.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Renovations are coming soon for the New Plymouth dog pound.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Devon Road in Waiwhakaiho will be restricted to two lanes for part of Wednesday (22 June) while the traffic islands’ plants are replaced.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Work will begin this week to improve access to Waitara Wharf.
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TARANAKI — The hunt is on for old graves and a church site at Waireka Cemetery.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — GLOW 'light your bike night' is happening at Huatoki Plaza this Friday (17 June)! The public are encouraged to come along with their bikes from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, and then take part in a glow ride through town and along the Coastal Walkway.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Two streets in New Plymouth are to be redesigned to bring the neighbourhood back to the roads.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — Two areas adjacent to New Plymouth’s Coastal Walkway are getting a spruce-up, while a gravel section of the walkway is about to be paved.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — When it comes to resource consents, and building consents and inspections, New Plymouth District Council leads the way.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council has decided to ask the community their views on Maori wards as part of the 2013 local body election.
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NEW PLYMOUTH — The first traffic intersection improvement in the Let’s Go programme has been completed.
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