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Our media releases
Illegal dumping at transfer station gate
Don't do it - we encourage people to report illegal dumping as soon as they see it in public places
Shellfish biotoxin alert for East Cape
Do not collect or eat shellfish from areas where shellfish biotoxin warnings have been issued
Spot and stop moth plant
Help stop the spread of this highly invasive pest
Council considers exemption for plan change to protect Tairāwhiti land and rivers
At its meeting on Thursday, Council will consider a plan change aimed at strengthening how highly eroding and erosion-prone land is managed.
Waste minimisation funding open for applications
Calling local innovators, schools and community groups to apply for funding before 27 February.
Tiniroto bypass construction begins
A karakia and sod turning with residents, mana whenua, contractors and staff at the start of a 2-year project.
Transition programme business case released
The business case seeks investment for landowners to transform vulnerable land
Bridge repair programme reaches 75 percent
Bridge programme of repairs and rebuilds making good progress
Double win for Tairāwhiti innovation at national ALGIM awards
Two Cyclone Gabrielle-driven initiatives have won Project of the Year at the ALGIM Awards.
The people behind the trees
Recycled wooden Christmas trees brought to life by the hands of our community.
Restoration begins on Tauihu carving at Heipipi Park
Restoration work is set to begin on the Tauihu (canoe prow carving) ‘Tūranga Whakamana’ at Heipipi Endeavour Park.
Collaborative programme tackles woody debris at source
Significant progress continues to be made to reduce woody debris risks across Tairāwhiti.