Media releases
Millions to secure Tokomaru Bay's landfill
This will be a two-year project that will start mid-2024 following engagement to work through details with hapū and residents of Tokomaru Bay.
Council purchases first Category 3 property
"The past year has been exceptionally challenging for our Category 3 property owners, and I am pleased that we are now in a position where they can begin to look to the future,” - Mayor Rehette Stoltz
Work underway to repair local road dropouts
Over 600 dropouts were caused by Cyclone Gabrielle and a further 300 from other weather events.
Workshop on how to reduce waste
“Come along to this community workshop where you’ll get some life hacks to help you deal with/manage your waste better,” - Council Waste Minimisation lead Charlotte Phelps.
Great vibe at Saturday's community event
Event organiser Merle Walker described the day as a positive way for everyone to band together after the weather events of last year.
New signs for Enviroschools early childhood education centres
Earlier this week, Enviroschools facilitators delivered six new signs to early childhood education centres around Tairāwhiti.
Community event to acknowledge Cyclone Gabrielle impacts
Council is excited to invite Tairāwhiti to ‘Tū Whitia – Stand & Shine’, a free community event happening Saturday 2 March from 3pm to 8.30pm at the Gisborne Soundshell.
Stopbanks being raised at a great pace
“The focus is now on the western side of the river, with about 17kms already completed downstream of the Patutahi township," Regional River Manager Joss Ruifrok.
Hui kicks off pilot for more sustainable Ūawa Catchment
Council is holding a hui for residents of the Ūawa catchment on 14 March to work towards a more sustainable future for the catchment.
Apply for Creative Communities Funding
Applications for this fund have been extended until Thursday, 29 February.
Everyday SuperHeroes acknowledged at special award evening
Those acknowledged included a teacher who created a pop-up school in their garage, and electricity workers who hiked across rivers with gear on their backs to connect the region.
Experts here for conference
Council's Dr Murry Cave was a keynote speaker at this week's Australia New Zealand Geomorphology Group’s (ANZGG) biennial conference.
Tairāwhiti receives $23.6M for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery
“The support from the government could not have come at a better time," - Mayor Rehette Stoltz
Let’s Talk Transport – consultation begins
Council is wanting feedback on what the community’s priorities are for maintaining and improving the region’s transport network.
Waingake back on full production
The Waingake Water Treatment Plant is back to full production pumping the summertime demand of city water from our dams.
Tairāwhiti ahead of NZ waste strategy
Changes to regulate recycling nationwide will have minimal impact on requirements for residential kerbside collection in Tairāwhiti.
A deep dive into Inner Harbour
Divers from Bay of Plenty Regional Council's Biosecurity Team will be conducting invasive species surveillance in the inner harbour this week.
No glitter in Gold Clam arrival
Council and Biosecurity NZ are asking residents to follow Check, Clean and Dry guidelines to stop the spread of the invasive freshwater Gold Clam.
Spartina spraying starts tomorrow
Spraying of the Spartina grass along the edges of the Taruheru River starts tomorrow.
Bridge jumping dangerous - no longer a rite of passage
Council Harbourmaster Peter Buell says jumping from the city’s bridges is not safe.
Tolaga Bay Wharf update
We’re preparing to reopen Tolaga Bay Wharf to its halfway point by the end of February.
Partnership a win for the wider region
The initiative – a first for provincial Aotearoa – was driven by TEMO group manager Ben Green.
For Tairāwhiti with Love - nominate a Superhero
Mayor Stoltz says the Superhero Awards are part of a broader campaign Council will be running next year called For Tairāwhiti with Love.
Strong and stable leadership selected for Council CE role
Mayor Rehette Stoltz says after an external recruitment programme, and rigorous interview process, the Council has resolved to appoint Nedine Thatcher Swann back in the role.