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Council 23 Feb 2010
Future is Clearer for Urban and Rural Halls

NEW PLYMOUTH — The next step has been taken in making the district’s community halls operate more efficiently.

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Conservation 22 Jan 2010
Can You Name the Zoo's Baby Monkey?

NEW PLYMOUTH — Brooklands Zoo’s newest monkey needs a name – and the public can help out.

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Council 15 Jan 2010
Courtesy Campaign Continues on Coastal Walkway

New signs encouraging walkers to keep left on the Coastal Walkway will be placed on the path’s surface in the next couple of days.

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Water 14 Jan 2010
Handy Tips for Saving Water Over Summer

NEW PLYMOUTH — With the arrival of warmer summer days, New Plymouth District residents are being asked to go easy on their water use.

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News 9 Jan 2010
Broken Glass Cuts Into Summer Fun

NEW PLYMOUTH — Broken glass and summer holidays do not mix.

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Conservation 29 Dec 2009
Deadly Kauri Rot Not in New Plymouth District

NEW PLYMOUTH — Test results have shown that a deadly new disease affecting kauri around the upper half of the North Island has so far not turned up in New Plymouth District.

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Alcohol 22 Dec 2009
Liquor Bans in Place for Christmas and New Year

NEW PLYMOUTH — The festive atmosphere is getting a helping hand with liquor bans coming to some of the more popular spots in the district.

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Cycling 22 Dec 2009
Taranaki Bids for Cycleway Fund

TARANAKI — Taranaki has put in a bid for its first slice of Prime Minister John Key’s $50 million national cycleway fund.

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Waste 22 Dec 2009
Oakura Sewerage Go-Live Set for January

NEW PLYMOUTH — After more than two years of construction, the Oakura sewerage scheme is ready to go live.

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Council 19 Dec 2009
Watch Your Councillors Online

NEW PLYMOUTH — Short video profiles of NPDC Councillors can now be viewed on this website.

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Rugby 18 Dec 2009
Anniversary Adds Importance to Rugby World Cup Hosting

NEW PLYMOUTH — The hosting of five teams in New Plymouth for the Rugby World Cup will coincide with an important anniversary for one of the hosted teams.

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Real Estate 16 Dec 2009
More Information Sought on Potential Sale of Leasehold Land

NEW PLYMOUTH — The possible sale of 544ha of leased land around Egmont Village is on hold while New Plymouth District Council seeks further information from the Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations.

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Traffic 16 Dec 2009
New Year Start for Street Racer Bylaw

NEW PLYMOUTH — A new bylaw will come into force in early January to manage illegal driving activity in a favourite boy racer hang-out.

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Entertainment 15 Dec 2009
Brooklands Zoo's Fleetwood Mac Plan

NEW PLYMOUTH — Brooklands Zoo will be closing to the public for much of this weekend as the TSB Bowl of Brooklands is readied to host the much-anticipated Fleetwood Mac concerts.

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Festival 12 Dec 2009
Get Ready to See the Lights Fantastic!

NEW PLYMOUTH — From this Monday (14 December) houses around New Plymouth District will be lighting up for the Light Up Your Home lights trail.

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Environment 12 Dec 2009
National Recognition for Students' Environmental Work

An education programme that encourages students to think creatively about sustainability has resulted in two national awards for Devon Intermediate School students.

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Entertainment 3 Dec 2009
Numbers Add Up for Fleetwood Mac

NEW PLYMOUTH — When it comes to organising two international concerts at the TSB Bowl of Brooklands, it’s all about the numbers.

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Waste 3 Dec 2009
Need to Give Your Light Bulb the Flick?

NEW PLYMOUTH — Do you want to dispose of your old energy-saver light bulbs safely? Stores around Taranaki are taking part in a recycling scheme that will prevent these bulbs and their mercury component from reaching Taranaki landfills.

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Council 1 Dec 2009
CBD Pilot Tests Innovative Lighting System

NEW PLYMOUTH — A pilot project in New Plymouth’s CBD could shine a light on a new way to illuminate retail areas around the country.

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Marine 1 Dec 2009
Be Safe, Have Fun in the Water

TARANAKI — As the weather warms up toward summer, water users are being reminded how to use our rivers, port and sea safely.

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Environment 25 Nov 2009
Quick Action Taken to Save Kauri Trees

NEW PLYMOUTH — Confirmation of a tree-killing disease in two of New Plymouth’s kauri plantations has prompted New Plymouth District Council to take early action.

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Council 25 Nov 2009
Easier Access Coming for Paritutu Rock

NEW PLYMOUTH — The climb up one of New Plymouth’s coastal landmarks is about to get easier – for about half the way at least.

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Environment 23 Nov 2009
Rotomanu Lake Weed Harvesting About to Begin

NEW PLYMOUTH — Weed from Lake Rotomanu will start to be harvested this week.

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Entertainment 19 Nov 2009
Fantastic Prizes on Offer for Fleetwood Mac Volunteers

NEW PLYMOUTH — All volunteers at the forthcoming Fleetwood Mac concerts will not only get to promote New Plymouth District to thousands of visitors, they’ll also have the chance to win one of five fantastic prizes.

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Traffic 12 Nov 2009
Improvements for Drivers at Key Valley Intersection

NEW PLYMOUTH — Changes have been made to lanes on Smart Road to make it easier for drivers to leave The Valley shopping centre in Waiwhakaiho.

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Court 11 Nov 2009
Next Stage of Yarrow Stadium Revamp Begins

NEW PLYMOUTH — The reshaping of Yarrow Stadium’s northern embankment will begin in the next few days.

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Environment 11 Nov 2009
Blue Flag Accreditation Confirmed for Taranaki Beaches

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District’s two Blue Flag beaches have had their accreditation confirmed for a third year.

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Community 10 Nov 2009
Blind Man Honoured for Services to New Plymouth Community

NEW PLYMOUTH — A Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) member and New Plymouth District Councillor has been recognised for his services to both the local community and the wider blindness community within New Zealand.

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Water 10 Nov 2009
Council Working to Resolve Water Issue

NEW PLYMOUTH — A recent problem with the taste and odour of drinking water in New Plymouth is being worked on by New Plymouth District Council.

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Art 7 Nov 2009
Wind Wand to Get a Spit and Polish

New Plymouth’s iconic kinetic artwork, Len Lye’s Wind Wand, will be removed from the Coastal Walkway next week for routine maintenance.

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Council 7 Nov 2009
Fun Courtesy Reminder for Coastal Walkway Cyclists

NEW PLYMOUTH — Are you looking out for slow-moving humans on the Coastal Walkway? On Monday (9 November) a temporary footpath transfer will be laid on the walkway near the central deck to remind bikers to cycle courteously among other walkway users.

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Business 6 Nov 2009
Young Entrepreneurs Sought for Global Initiative

NEW PLYMOUTH — The call is going out to young entrepreneurs to take part in a global project.

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Council 3 Nov 2009
Litterers to Face Fines from Monday

NEW PLYMOUTH — Instant fines for littering in New Plymouth District will begin on Monday next week (9 November).

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Community 3 Nov 2009
Young Role-models Recognised by their Peers

NEW PLYMOUTH — Twenty-four young people from around New Plymouth District have been recognised in the Young Achievers Awards 2009.

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Entertainment 3 Nov 2009
Saturday is Set to go Off With a Bang

NEW PLYMOUTH — Pack up your family and the picnic basket this Saturday (7 November) for the TSB Bank Fireworks Spectacular! “The Fireworks Spectacular is always immensely popular as it’s a safe way to see an incredible fireworks show,” says Manager Events Melissa Devine-Collins.

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Aviation 19 Oct 2009
National Recognition for New Plymouth Airport

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth Airport has beaten all other competitors to be named the Top Regional Airport in New Zealand.

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Council 14 Oct 2009
Public Consultation Nears on Community Halls Review

NEW PLYMOUTH — A plan to make the district’s halls operate more economically will be considered by New Plymouth District Council.

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Tramping 13 Oct 2009
Get an Early Glimpse of the Coastal Walkways New Route!

NEW PLYMOUTH — This weekend the public can get a sneak peek at the route of the Coastal Walkway’s extension to Bell Block.

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Conservation 13 Oct 2009
Baby Monkey Arrives at Brooklands Zoo

NEW PLYMOUTH — Brooklands Zoo’s capuchin troop has increased by one after the birth of a baby.

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Rugby 9 Oct 2009
Yarrow Stadium Secures Second All Blacks Test Match

NEW PLYMOUTH — The All Blacks are returning to Yarrow Stadium next year – and they’re bringing the Irish with them.

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Water 28 Sep 2009
Council to Tackle Long-standing Stormwater Issue in Waitara

NEW PLYMOUTH — Excess water in Waitara’s sewerage system is about to be tackled in a two-pronged approach by New Plymouth District Council.

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Crime 24 Sep 2009
Businesses Should be Alert to Fire Extinguisher Scam

NEW PLYMOUTH — Business owners in Taranaki are advised to be on the look-out for scammers selling grossly over-priced fire extinguishers.

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Alcohol 23 Sep 2009
Time Called Sooner for Daylight Savings Drinkers

NEW PLYMOUTH — The start of daylight savings this weekend means a shorter drinking night for those in licensed premises.

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Music 9 Sep 2009
Ticket Sell-out Prompts Second Fleetwood Mac Show

NEW PLYMOUTH — So many fans are flocking to see Fleetwood Mac at the TSB Bowl of Brooklands in December that a second show has just been announced.

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School 8 Sep 2009
Youth Quiz Draws High Schools Together

NEW PLYMOUTH — Members of the New Plymouth District Council’s Youth Subcommittee have spent the last month and a half organising Youth Quiz 09, a quiz night for all New Plymouth secondary school students.

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School 7 Sep 2009
School Adopts Wetland for Science Exploration

NEW PLYMOUTH — Fitzroy’s new wetland was created to help manage stormwater runoff from nearby streets – but it’s also helping students understand environmental science.

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Art 27 Aug 2009
Advocate urges creative input

NEW PLYMOUTH — STAUNCH Sanson advocate, Del Parker, is urging the town’s creative writers and artists to support a call for designing two billboards near the former Sanson Hotel.

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Sport 27 Aug 2009
Last Days for Invasive Sportsground Pest

NEW PLYMOUTH — Much of Pukekura Park’s sportsfield is about to turn brown as New Plymouth District Council aims to hit a grass weed for six.

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Agriculture 27 Aug 2009
Treasures of Taranaki on Display

NEW PLYMOUTH — The proof of Taranaki’s decades of expertise in horticulture can now be seen in Pukekura Park’s Fernery and Display Houses.

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Alcohol 21 Aug 2009
Prosecutions to Follow Liquor Check

NEW PLYMOUTH — Two businesses will face charges of selling alcohol to minors after a controlled purchase operation in New Plymouth District this week.

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Environment 13 Aug 2009
You can Help Keep Taranaki Beautiful!

TARANAKI — Pro surfer Paige Hareb is putting her weight behind this year’s Keep New Zealand Beautiful campaign.

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Council 5 Aug 2009
NPDC Proposes Existing Electoral Arrangements

NEW PLYMOUTH — Public submissions are being sought on New Plymouth District Council’s proposal to retain the existing electoral representation arrangements.

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Music 3 Aug 2009
Sellers Ready for Ticket Rush to Cliff Richard and The Shadows

NEW PLYMOUTH — Public presales of tickets to the February concerts of Cliff Richard and The Shadows start this Friday (7 August).

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Music 30 Jul 2009
Cliff Richard and The Shadows to play TSB Bowl of Brooklands

NEW PLYMOUTH — It was in 1959 that Sir Cliff Richard first recorded and performed with The Shadows.

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Council 27 Jul 2009
Rates Rebates Available for Low-Income Earners Mon 27 Jul 2009

NEW PLYMOUTH — If you are a home owner on a low income, you could have some money coming your way.

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Cycling 22 Jul 2009
Captain Cardoor Swoops in to Save Cyclists

NEW PLYMOUTH — Captain Cardoor is an intergalactic bike ranger sworn to SWERVE and PROTECT cyclists.

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Motoring 22 Jul 2009
Boy Racer Bylaw Might Get a Closer Look

NEW PLYMOUTH — Tonight (Tuesday) the Policy Committee recommended that the Council approve the investigation of a bylaw to manage illegal driving behaviour in the De Havilland Drive/Connett Road area, and any other trouble spots that are identified.

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Community 22 Jul 2009
Further Steps Taken to Reopen Historic Tunnel

NEW PLYMOUTH — Negotiations might reopen with landowners in Tongaporutu about vehicle access to the historic Te Horo Stock Tunnel.

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Art 21 Jul 2009
Govett-Brewsters Contribution to New Zealand Art Honoured by Arts Foundation Award

NEW PLYMOUTH — The unequalled commitment of New Plymouth’s Govett-Brewster Art Gallery to New Zealand contemporary art was honoured yesterday (20 July) by the Arts Foundation of New Zealand with their prestigious Governors Award.

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Community 17 Jul 2009
Telethon is Coming to New Plymouth!

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth has the chance to show its fundraising muscle as part of The Big Night In Telethon next month.

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Community 17 Jul 2009
Good Neighbour Guide Coming Our Way

NEW PLYMOUTH — Agencies throughout the region have come together to help neighbours get along with each other a little better.

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Technology 14 Jul 2009
eDay 2009 Offers Taranaki the Chance to Safely Dispose of E-waste

NEW PLYMOUTH — Computer Access New Zealand (CANZ) has announced another eDay (free computer recycling day), for 12 September 2009, with the aim of diverting over 1,000 tonnes of electronic waste (e-waste) from landfills in up to 40 regions, including Taranaki – an increase from the 31 regions that participated in 2008.

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Gardening 13 Jul 2009
Handy Tips for Pruning Roses

NEW PLYMOUTH — Another round of free gardening tips is on offer from New Plymouth District Council – this time for owners of roses.

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Swimming 6 Jul 2009
End of an Era at Todd Energy Aquatic Centre

NEW PLYMOUTH — After 23 years of fun and screams from adults and children alike, the outdoor hydroslides at the Todd Energy Aquatic Centre will start to be removed today.

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Community 3 Jul 2009
New Plymouths CBD goes Mellow Yellow

NEW PLYMOUTH — From tonight (Friday) a new initiative begins to help make New Plymouth’s central city safer at night.

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Community 1 Jul 2009
Car-free Davies Lane Street Party Wed 01 Jul 2009

NEW PLYMOUTH — West End School has found a fun, positive way to make its Davies Lane entrance safer, and its students fitter.

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Council 26 Jun 2009
Water Wheel Gets a Lift

NEW PLYMOUTH — Pukekura Park’s water wheel will be lifted out of its site this afternoon for refurbishment.

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Community 25 Jun 2009
Blue Day at NPDC for Cameron Clow Trust

NEW PLYMOUTH — Staff at New Plymouth District Council will be raising funds for the Cameron Clow Trust this Friday (26 June) – and the public is welcome to take part.

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Maori 24 Jun 2009
Historic Signing Marks New Iwi/Council Relationship

NEW PLYMOUTH — Today (Wednesday) marks the start of a new relationship between Ngati Mutunga and New Plymouth District Council, with the signing of a memorandum of understanding.

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Traffic 22 Jun 2009
Intersection Changes Go Live This Thursday

NEW PLYMOUTH — The SH45 Morley Street/Devon Street West lights phasing change will go live this Thursday (25 June).

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Business 22 Jun 2009
New Operators for Pukekura Park Tea House

NEW PLYMOUTH — From early next month a new style of dining will be on offer from Pukekura Park’s Tea House.

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Court 11 Jun 2009
Timely RMA Consents Far Surpass National Average

NEW PLYMOUTH — Residents in New Plymouth District seeking consents under the Resource Management Act are getting speedier service than in most other areas of the country.

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Council 9 Jun 2009
Community Plan Confirmed for New Plymouth District

The 2009-2019 Community Plan has been confirmed, with significant savings locked in over the 10-year life of the plan.

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Transport 9 Jun 2009
Stage Two of Roundabout Construction About to Start

NEW PLYMOUTH —     Traffic diversions at a key New Plymouth intersection are about to switch over as construction of a roundabout progresses.

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Council 2 Jun 2009
Public Comments Sought on Shape of Electoral Representation

NEW PLYMOUTH —  Public Comments Sought on Shape of Electoral Representation Tue 02 Jun 2009 How should our representatives on New Plymouth District Council be selected? And how many elected representatives should there be? The Council is asking the public to send in their thoughts on whether councillors should be elected by wards, at large (everyone voting for every council seat) or a mix of both.

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Community 12 May 2009
Youth Week to give Insight into Young and Old

NEW PLYMOUTH — Youths and adults will have the chance to mix and learn from each other during Youth Week this month.

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Rugby 12 May 2009
Yarrow Stadium Named One of the Worlds Best Rugby Venues

NEW PLYMOUTH — Last year it hosted an All Blacks test match and helped the Kiwis prepare for their World Cup-winning efforts – and now New Plymouth’s Yarrow Stadium is counted among the best rugby grounds in the world.

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Traffic 28 Apr 2009
Tricky Intersection Soon a Thing of the Past

NEW PLYMOUTH — Work will begin very soon on changing the layout of one of New Plymouth’s most contentious intersections.

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Weather 28 Apr 2009
Call to Property Owners: Check that Drains are Clear

TARANAKI — Now is a good time for homeowners to clear stormwater grates and any open drains around their homes, as heavy rainfall approaches from the south.

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Marine 28 Apr 2009
Waitara Wharf Construction to Start Next Month

NEW PLYMOUTH — Work will begin near the end of next month (May) on building a new wharf on the Waitara River.

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Gardening 27 Apr 2009
Calling All Gardeners: Expert Tips on Offer

NEW PLYMOUTH — How can you make your garden’s lawn look as good as the turf at Puke Ariki Landing? And how can you prune your fruit trees to get the most out of them? Expert turf culture and horticulture staff at New Plymouth District Council will be giving free public demonstrations in May and June to help people make the most of their home gardens.

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Swimming 22 Apr 2009
Sliders Lining Up to Ride

NEW PLYMOUTH — The district’s hottest new attraction has them lining up for more! Last Thursday the new hydroslides at the Todd Energy Aquatic Centre opened for public use, and nearly every session has been booked out by children and adults alike.

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Traffic 9 Apr 2009
Temporary Closure of Centennial Drive

Centennial Drive, between Paritutu Road and Port View Crescent, will be closed from 6am-6pm from Tuesday 14 April until Saturday 18 April for pipes to be installed.

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Council 8 Apr 2009
'Tidy Kiwi' Call for Coastal Walkway

NEW PLYMOUTH — It's as bad as graffiti and is making our Coastal Walkway look scruffy and uncared for.

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News 8 Apr 2009
Greater Protection Nearer for Monuments and Memorials

NEW PLYMOUTH — Another step has been taken toward giving category A status to 18 monuments and memorials around the district.

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News 2 Apr 2009
Temporary Closure of Huatoki Street

NEW PLYMOUTH — Drainage works on Huatoki Street between Brois Street and Doralto Road requires the road to be closed between 7am and 6pm from Monday 6 April to Thursday 9 April or until works are completed.

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News 1 Apr 2009
Time-Limited CBD Periphery Parking Looks to Stay

NEW PLYMOUTH — A trial of time-limited car parking spaces on the peripheral streets of New Plymouth’s CBD has gained the support of most nearby residents.

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Opinion 1 Apr 2009
People Feeling Positive about New Plymouth District

NEW PLYMOUTH — An independent survey of 400 residents in New Plymouth District shows locals are feeling very positive about living here.

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Community 31 Mar 2009
Have Your Say by the First of May

NEW PLYMOUTH — A month of consultation on New Plymouth District's Draft 2009-2019 Community Plan has opened today (Tuesday).

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Council 27 Mar 2009
Appeal Dismissed Against Wharenui Decision

NEW PLYMOUTH — An appeal against conviction following the illegal construction of a wharenui in Tongaporutu has been dismissed by the High Court.

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Council 26 Mar 2009
Temporary Closure of Paritutu Rd

NEW PLYMOUTH — On Monday 30 March Paritutu Rd between Port View Cres and Centennial Dr will be closed from 6am until 6pm for pipes to be installed.

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Community 26 Mar 2009
Innovative Web Forum Launching Soon

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District Council is encouraging the community to share their views on the Draft 2009-2019 Community Plan via a soon to be launched web forum.

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Community 25 Mar 2009
Community Rallied for their Artistic Efforts

NEW PLYMOUTH — A new project to manage graffiti by encouraging communities to beautify their neighbourhoods is being launched this week.

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News 23 Mar 2009
Youth Delegation to Arrive from Mishima

NEW PLYMOUTH — Nine students from New Plymouths Japanese sister city of Mishima are about to get a first-hand experience of Kiwi life.

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News 23 Mar 2009
Community Rallied for their Artistic Efforts

A new project to manage graffiti by encouraging communities to beautify their neighbourhoods is being launched this week.

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News 20 Mar 2009
Can You Nominate a Champion?

NEW PLYMOUTH — Can You Nominate a Champion? Fri 20 Mar 2009 Nominations open this Monday (23 March) for the Citizens Awards 2009  and New Plymouth District Council needs your help.

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Water 19 Mar 2009
Rare Achievement in Water Quality

NEW PLYMOUTH — New Plymouth District has joined a very small club by having all of its water infrastructure meet stringent new quality standards.

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Council 18 Mar 2009
Draft Community Plan Seeks Balance

NEW PLYMOUTH — A draft Community Plan that aims to maintain the district’s progress while minimising cost to ratepayers has been adopted by New Plymouth District Council for public consultation.

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Swimming 18 Mar 2009
Cooler Pool for Hydroslides Work

NEW PLYMOUTH — Swimmers at the Todd Energy Aquatic Centre may find the indoor pool water to be cooler than usual this Friday.

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Rugby 15 Mar 2009
Five World Cup Teams Heading to Taranaki

NEW PLYMOUTH — The Rugby World Cup 2011 is coming to Taranaki! Thursday RNZ 2011 announced that Stadium Taranaki would host three pool matches: Ireland vs Americas 2, Europe 2 vs Americas 2, and Wales vs Africa 1.

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