Media releases

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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.