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Council 18 May 2011
So, What do you Think?

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council is looking for more local residents to give it direct feedback on projects and services.

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Advertising 18 May 2011
Business as Usual the Way to Meet Major Events Management Act

Rugby New Zealand 2011 has released guidelines about how the Major Events Management Act (MEMA) will impact on Stadium Taranaki’s ‘clean zones’.

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Tourism 16 May 2011
Freedom Camping Fines is Welcome News

NEW PLYMOUTH — The Government’s proposed fines will make it easier to manage freedom campers who camp where they shouldn’t, says New Plymouth District Council.

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Community 12 May 2011
Street Redesign Fires Residents' Imaginations

NEW PLYMOUTH — A project to redesign two residential streets has sparked the imagination of local residents.

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Traffic 12 May 2011
Hobson Street Next for Major Road Improvement

NEW PLYMOUTH — As progress is made on rebuilding the road surface on Gover Street, a start date has been confirmed for work at another location.

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Cycling 10 May 2011
More Cycle Lanes Go Green in the City

NEW PLYMOUTH — Eight kilometres of New Plymouth’s cycle lanes are going green.

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Community 9 May 2011
National Award for Kaitake Community Board

NEW PLYMOUTH — Kaitake Community Board has been nationally recognised for the way it successfully works with other organisations in the community.

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Conservation 9 May 2011
Newborn Monkey Joins Brooklands Zoo

NEW PLYMOUTH — Brooklands Zoo has a new addition to its capuchin monkey population.

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Community 9 May 2011
New Residents Invited to Welcoming Function

NEW PLYMOUTH — Are you new to the district, or have you returned after living elsewhere? New Plymouth District Council is holding a Welcome to the District function to formally welcome those who have shifted here – whether from elsewhere in New Zealand or from overseas.

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Internet 3 May 2011
Four National Awards for NPDC's Websites

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council has walked away with four national awards for the way it delivers information online – including the Supreme Award for Best Local Government Website.

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Entertainment 3 May 2011
Rippa Rugby to Feature RWC Mascot Races

NEW PLYMOUTH — With the Rugby World Cup 2011 looming, New Plymouth District Council and the Taranaki Rugby Football Union will be holding a mascot race at each of the regional Rippa Rugby Tournaments in May and June.

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Community 27 Apr 2011
Storm Damage at Fernery and Display Houses

NEW PLYMOUTH — High winds have forced the closure of house one in Pukekura Park’s Fernery and Display Houses.

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Water 27 Apr 2011
Urgent Water Conservation Required in Okato

NEW PLYMOUTH — Residents and businesses in Okato are being urged to not use any water unless it is absolutely necessary.

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Cycling 26 Apr 2011
Bus Drivers and Cyclists Switch Roles

NEW PLYMOUTH — Bus drivers and cyclists will get to step into each others’ shoes at a workshop tomorrow (Wednesday).

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Council 21 Apr 2011
International Award for Te Rewa Rewa Bridge

NEW PLYMOUTH — Fresh after being shortlisted for one international prize, New Plymouth’s Te Rewa Rewa Bridge has become the first in the Southern Hemisphere to win another prestigious award.

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Entertainment 21 Apr 2011
Play Horse Rocks no More at Brooklands Zoo

NEW PLYMOUTH — An iconic piece of playground equipment at Brooklands Zoo has been removed to comply with New Zealand Safety Standards.

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Council 20 Apr 2011
See Your Councillors Online

NEW PLYMOUTH — The community can now get a closer look at its elected representatives thanks to video profiles of NPDC’s Mayor and Councillors.

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Building 15 Apr 2011
Te Rewa Rewa Lines Up with European Bridges for Award

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth’s Te Rewa Rewa Bridge has been shortlisted for a hotly contested international award for footbridges.

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Deaths 12 Apr 2011
Natural Burial Area Opens in Awanui Cemetery

NEW PLYMOUTH — The first area for natural burials in New Plymouth District will open for public use on Thursday (14 April).

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Community 7 Apr 2011
Nominations Open for Citizens' Awards

NEW PLYMOUTH — It’s time for the unsung heroes in our communities to be recognised for their efforts.

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Food 7 Apr 2011
Cake Creation a Winner for Gilmour Family

NEW PLYMOUTH — A re-enactment in icing of a desperate dive for the try-line has made one New Plymouth family the winner of The Great Cake Bake-Off for Rugby World Cup 2011.

The Gilmour family's winning cake

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Traffic 6 Apr 2011
Road Works Affected by Heavy Rain

NEW PLYMOUTH — Heavy rain overnight on Monday has caused problems with the resurfacing of Devon Street West between Queen and Egmont streets.

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Cycling 5 Apr 2011
It's Time for the Mighty Marfell Bike Fix-Up

NEW PLYMOUTH — Good news for Marfell cyclists: We want your bikes! The Mighty Marfell Bike Fix-Up is being held this Sunday (10 April).

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Business 28 Mar 2011
Calling CBD Businesses: Want a Travel Plan?

NEW PLYMOUTH — Can your business plan its work travel better? How about helping your staff become healthier, and reducing your vehicle costs? New Plymouth District Council is asking business owners in New Plymouth’s CBD who are interested in developing travel plans to get in touch.

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Council 16 Mar 2011
Design Approach to Walkway Upgrades Confirmed

NEW PLYMOUTH — Plans to improve the surfaces of New Plymouth District’s unsealed walkways are taking shape.

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Marine 3 Mar 2011
Council on the Hunt for Boat-Building Skills

NEW PLYMOUTH — Old-style boat-building skills are needed in Pukekura Park.

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Waste 14 Feb 2011
New Recycling System for Major Events to be Launched

NEW PLYMOUTH — A public recycling system for Rugby World Cup 2011 will get its first use at this Thursday’s More FM Winery Tour at Sentry Hill.

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Council 28 Jan 2011
Damaged Copper Beech to be Removed

NEW PLYMOUTH — A popular copper beech tree will be removed from Brooklands Park on Monday following extensive storm damage.

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News 28 Jan 2011
"Irresponsible" Behaviour Endangering Lives

NEW PLYMOUTH — Adults and children are putting their lives in danger by getting up close to the crumbling Urenui headland.

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News 22 Dec 2010
What's New at Brooklands Zoo? Meerkats!

NEW PLYMOUTH — A slice of the Kalahari Desert has come to Brooklands Zoo with the arrival of five meerkats.

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Alcohol 21 Dec 2010
Liquor Controls in Place for Christmas and New Year

NEW PLYMOUTH — The festive atmosphere is getting a helping hand with liquor controls coming for Christmas and New Year celebrations.

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Festival 16 Dec 2010
Lights Festival Switches On This Weekend

NEW PLYMOUTH — Artworks from local students and an internationally renowned artist will feature in this year’s TSB Bank Festival of Lights.

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Rugby 13 Dec 2010
Russian Rugby Comes to Tikorangi

TARANAKI — As part of their Rugby World Cup 2011 preparation, Russia will face off against a Taranaki invitational side in January.

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Environment 6 Dec 2010
Rural Fire Restriction for New Plymouth District

NEW PLYMOUTH — Weeks of dry weather have prompted a fire restriction in rural areas of New Plymouth District from midnight tomorrow (Tuesday).

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Water 1 Dec 2010
Water Restrictions for All of New Plymouth District

NEW PLYMOUTH — ery low river flows after weeks of dry weather have prompted water restrictions across all of New Plymouth District.

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Environment 24 Nov 2010
Pine Trees' Removal Next Week

TARANAKI — A large stand of pine trees in Fitzroy will be removed next week.

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Environment 10 Nov 2010
Large Rocks to be Removed from Waitara River Mouth

NEW PLYMOUTH — Navigating the Waitara River mouth will soon be a lot safer with the removal of five large rocks.

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Conservation 9 Nov 2010
Goodbye to Sarah the Lemur

TARANAKI — A popular inhabitant at Brooklands Zoo has been put down today after a short illness.

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Water 9 Nov 2010
Water Restrictions in Place in Okato

MANAWATU-WHANGANUI — Low water levels in the Mangatete Stream have prompted water restrictions for Okato residents.

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Community 4 Nov 2010
Private Fireworks and Parks Don't Mix

NEW PLYMOUTH — With Guy Fawkes Day almost here, fireworks aficionados are reminded to not use fireworks in the district’s parks, reserves and beaches.

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Conservation 1 Nov 2010
Tamarin Monkeys get a Renovated Home

NEW PLYMOUTH — The enclosure of Brooklands Zoo’s cotton-top tamarin monkeys is getting a redesign.

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Skateboarding 29 Oct 2010
East End Skate Bowl Construction to Start

NEW PLYMOUTH — The latest facility for Taranaki skateboarders starts construction at East End Reserve on Wednesday (3 November).

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Court 29 Oct 2010
Court Decision: Waitara Leaseholder's Claim

NEW PLYMOUTH — The High Court on Tuesday (26 October) issued judgment in favour of the Council, striking out the claim of a Waitara leaseholder seeking damages in respect of the Council’s decision to offer the Waitara leasehold land to the Crown for inclusion in the Crown’s offer to settle Te Atiawa’s historical claims under the Treaty of Waitangi.

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Community 22 Oct 2010
Young Achievers Announced for 2010

NEW PLYMOUTH — The achievements of dozens of extraordinary young people have been recognised at an awards ceremony.

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Environment 19 Oct 2010
Care Still Needed Along Eroding Coastline

NEW PLYMOUTH — The collapse of a natural tunnel at Back Beach is a reminder to take care near Taranaki’s coastal cliffs.

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Environment 7 Oct 2010
Are You Ready for eDay?

A clean-up of electronic waste from homes throughout the region is getting ready for your donations.

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Community 7 Oct 2010
Mayoral Tea with our Oldest Citizens

Peter Tennent’s last day as Mayor will be spent with New Plymouth District’s oldest residents.

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Government 7 Oct 2010
Crown Agrees to Buy Council's Waitara Leasehold Land

The Crown and New Plymouth District Council have entered into a sale and purchase agreement for land in Waitara that the Crown intends to use in settling Treaty claims with Te Atiawa.

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Cycling 4 Oct 2010
Free Fix-Up for Broken Bicycles

NEW PLYMOUTH — Calling all owners of broken down bikes! This Sunday (10 October) the Big Bike Fix-up is being held at New Plymouth's Wind Wand Car Park, for free mechanical diagnosis and basic repairs.

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Environment 30 Sep 2010
Bridges to be Improved on Coastal Walkway

NEW PLYMOUTH — From this Monday (4 October) work will begin on improvements to two key bridges on the Coastal Walkway.

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Weather 24 Sep 2010
Parks Maintenance Delayed by Wet Weather

NEW PLYMOUTH — The recent exceptionally wet weather has thrown out New Plymouth District Council’s parks maintenance programme.

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Weather 18 Sep 2010
Weather Eye Kept on Coastal Walkway

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council is keeping a close eye on the Coastal Walkway as a storm system advances.

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Council 10 Sep 2010
Ultra-Fast Broadband a Step Closer

NEW PLYMOUTH — News that New Plymouth and Hawera are among the cities being considered for early ultra-fast broadband is great for the region, says Mayor Peter Tennent.

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Water 23 Aug 2010
Water Drilling Begins in Okato

NEW PLYMOUTH — Drilling has begun in the search for a new water supply for Okato.

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Council 18 Aug 2010
Public to Get Say on Rural Environment's Future

Proposed District Plan changes to protect rural character would not close the door on lifestyle subdivisions.

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Real Estate 26 Jul 2010
Wake-up Call for Contractors and Landowners

TARANAKI — A judge’s decision is a reminder that both landowners and contractors are responsible for not breaching the District Plan.

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Council 26 Jul 2010
Are You Eligible for a Rates Rebate?

NEW PLYMOUTH — From next week you can find out if you’re eligible for a rebate on your rates.

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Conservation 14 Jul 2010
Zoo Favourite Passes Away

NEW PLYMOUTH — High-profile Brooklands Zoo resident Mungo the red panda has passed away.

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Crime 14 Jul 2010
Safety Concerns After More Coastal Walkway Vandalism

NEW PLYMOUTH — Vandals have caused more damage on the extension of New Plymouth’s Coastal Walkway.

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Conservation 13 Jul 2010
Cat Traps Coming to Beach and Zoo

NEW PLYMOUTH — Cats are soon to be removed from around Brooklands Zoo and Bell Block Beach to help nearby wildlife.

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Environment 9 Jul 2010
A Snapshot of Litter on our Beaches

NEW PLYMOUTH — Beach clean-ups at Waitara and East End/Fitzroy have highlighted the litter problem on our coastline.

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Art 25 Jun 2010
Deadline Nearing for Rugby World Cup Mural Competition

NEW PLYMOUTH — Taranaki residents who want to make their mark on Rugby World Cup 2011 have just a week left to enter the mural design competition.

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Transport 25 Jun 2010
New Plymouth District Announced as a Model Community

NEW PLYMOUTH — Several million dollars are coming to New Plymouth District to help develop it as a model walking and cycling community.

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Water 22 Jun 2010
We're Drilling for Water Down South

TARANAKI — The future of Okato’s drinking water may be underground.

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Rugby 21 Jun 2010
Grab Your Chance to be Part of Rugby World Cup 2011

NEW PLYMOUTH — Rugby World Cup 2011’s volunteer roadshow hits New Plymouth next week, and you’re invited along! The roadshow will provide information on what being a RWC 2011 volunteer entails, the various roles available and how to register.

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Council 18 Jun 2010
Major Renovation for Airport Toilets

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth Airport’s toilets are to have a temporary indoor-outdoor system over the coming six weeks.

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Sport 14 Jun 2010
Yarrow Stadium Passes Grade for Major Matches

NEW PLYMOUTH — We are all systems go for the Rugby World Cup 2010.

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Conservation 14 Jun 2010
North Taranaki Wetland to get a Helping Hand

TARANAKI — Tomorrow (Tuesday) a coastal wetland will get a helping hand from students at Ahititi School.

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Rugby 11 Jun 2010
Crowd Stunt Planned for All Blacks Test Match

NEW PLYMOUTH — Get ready to take part in the pre-match entertainment at Yarrow Stadium on Saturday! A Telecom crowd stunt before the All Blacks test match has been planned on a scale that hasn’t been seen before in New Zealand.

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Conservation 9 Jun 2010
Special Birthday at Brooklands Zoo

NEW PLYMOUTH — One of the oldest capuchin monkeys in Australasia is turning 44 on Thursday (10 June) at Brooklands Zoo.

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Council 26 May 2010
New Plymouth Mayor Shortlisted for World Mayor Award

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth Mayor Peter Tennent is in the running to be named World Mayor for 2010.

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Council 19 May 2010
Help Coming for Readdressed Properties in Bell Block

NEW PLYMOUTH — Residents and businesses on the soon-to-be-renamed Devon Road will have an easier transition to their new road names.

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Real Estate 11 May 2010
Sale Recommended for Windy Point Land

TARANAKI — Part of Windy Point (Maungaroa) in Blagdon might be put up for sale, following a recommendation from NPDC's Monitoring Committee tonight (Tuesday).

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Building 11 May 2010
NPDC Leads the Way in Building Services

NEW PLYMOUTH — An independent survey of councils around the country has New Plymouth District Council at the top for its building services.

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Transport 11 May 2010
Electric Bikes get a Boost at NPDC

NEW PLYMOUTH — Alternative transport is getting a boost at New Plymouth District Council with the purchase of more electric bikes.

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Rock 30 Apr 2010
Guitar Legend Slash to Perform at G-TARanaki International Music Week

TARANAKI — New Plymouth District Council is proud to announce that Slash, one of the world’s most legendary guitarists, will be coming to New Plymouth to headline G-TARanaki International Music Week 11 – 15 August.

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Traffic 29 Apr 2010
Crash-prone Intersections to be Improved

NEW PLYMOUTH — A package of small improvements to five road intersections will begin by the end of next month (May).

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Traffic 16 Apr 2010
Have Your Say on Additional Metered Car Parks

NEW PLYMOUTH — Should 100 new on-street metered car parks be created within New Plymouth’s CBD? If so, where should they go? These are the questions that will be posed in a public consultation process which begins on Tuesday (20 April).

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Pets 16 Apr 2010
Sharp Drop in Number of Unregistered Dogs

NEW PLYMOUTH — The number of unregistered dogs in New Plymouth District has fallen sharply in recent months.

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Technology 6 Apr 2010
Teens to Share Tech-Tips with Seniors

NEW PLYMOUTH — NPDC’s Youth Subcommittee and SeniorNet Taranaki are teaming up to help older people learn how to use the latest social networking tools.

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Community 1 Apr 2010
Can You Nominate a Community Champion?

NEW PLYMOUTH — Extraordinarily helpful and dedicated residents live throughout New Plymouth District – and we would like to recognise them with a Citizens’ Award.

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Cricket 30 Mar 2010
Pukekura Park Cricket Nets a Step Closer

NEW PLYMOUTH — Tonight (Tuesday) New Plymouth District Council’s Policy Committee recommended the approval of a request from Taranaki Cricket Association (TCA) to install cricket nets in Pukekura Park alongside Fillis Street.

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Council 30 Mar 2010
Coastal Walkway Extension starts to Take Shape

NEW PLYMOUTH — Construction of the Coastal Walkway extension to Bell Block is well under way, with the section nearest Te Rewa Rewa Bridge now starting to take shape.

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Gardening 30 Mar 2010
Taranaki Daily News Home and Lifestyle Expo goes Fringe

NEW PLYMOUTH — Are you interested in learning about gardening on the fringe? Next weekend’s Taranaki Daily News Home and Lifestyle Expo will feature a Living Landscapes area presented by the Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival.

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Council 25 Mar 2010
New Metered Parking can bring Practical Benefits, as well as Cutting Rates

NEW PLYMOUTH — The creation of an additional 100 metered car parking spaces in New Plymouth’s CBD will bring practical benefits to the public, while helping to reduce rates at the same time.

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Transport 24 Mar 2010
Green Light Given for Northern Outlet Transport Investigation

NEW PLYMOUTH — This afternoon the New Zealand Transport Agency has given the green light for a detailed investigation into improving New Plymouth’s northern traffic route from Vickers Road to Eliot Street.

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Transport 23 Mar 2010
New Plymouth Shortlisted for National Initiative

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth’s development of walking and cycling initiatives has seen it shortlisted for a national programme with substantial funding behind it.

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Swimming 22 Mar 2010
Council Tackles Alarming Swim Statistics Head-on

NEW PLYMOUTH — A joint partnership between New Plymouth District Council and a local member of the petroleum industry, AWE, aims to reverse an alarming lack of water safety skills among schoolchildren.

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Building 22 Mar 2010
Ask the Experts on Home and Lifestyle Issues

NEW PLYMOUTH — Do you have any burning questions about building, budgeting or energy saving around the home? This year’s Taranaki Daily News Home and Lifestyle Expo is seeking questions from the public for a team of experts to answer during the three-day event at TSB Stadium in April.

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Council 19 Mar 2010
NPDC's Strong Financial Position Confirmed

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council continues to have the highest credit rating of any council in New Zealand, following the latest review by international credit agency Standard&Poor’s.

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News 18 Mar 2010
Name Chosen for Brooklands Zoo's Baby Monkey

NEW PLYMOUTH — Brooklands Zoo’s baby capuchin monkey is nameless no longer.

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Council 9 Mar 2010
Construction of Coastal Walkway Extension Starts Next Week

NEW PLYMOUTH — Construction of the Coastal Walkway’s pathway from Waiwhakaiho to Bell Block will begin next week.

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Waste 5 Mar 2010
Waste Less of an Event After Major Shows

NEW PLYMOUTH — A new way to manage rubbish and recycling at major events has proved so successful that rugby fans will be the next to benefit.

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Conservation 3 Mar 2010
A Track of Two Halves for Paritutu Rock

NEW PLYMOUTH — Paritutu Rock’s summit track is about to get an extreme makeover.

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Waste 3 Mar 2010
Sewerage Repair Work Goes Smoothly

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council responded quickly on Saturday (27 February) night when a part failed in the recently commissioned sewage booster pump above Corbett Park, Oakura.

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Water 3 Mar 2010
Council Warns Against Illegal Water-Tapping

NEW PLYMOUTH — People tapping into the district’s water reticulation illegally are potentially putting residents’ drinking water at risk.

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Traffic 3 Mar 2010
Greater Safety Coming for Bell Block Crash Black Spot

NEW PLYMOUTH — The Bell Block bypass will bring with it a new layout for a dangerous intersection with the state highway.

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Transport 3 Mar 2010
Consultation Begins on New Bus Stops and Shelters

NEW PLYMOUTH — Consultation has begun on the placement of 40 new bus stops in residential areas of New Plymouth.

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Gambling 3 Mar 2010
Public Comment Sought on Gambling Policy

From Thursday next week (11 March) the public will be able to have their say on gaming machines in New Plymouth District.

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Waste 24 Feb 2010
Misuse Leads to Rural Rubbish Collection Site's Closure

NEW PLYMOUTH — Continued misuse of a rural rubbish collection point near Oakura has led to its closure.

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