Stories tagged with "Environment"
The East End Surf Life Saving Club has installed a new rainwater storage system funded by NPDC's Community Climate Action Fund to wash down rescue gear and reduce mains water usage.
A silent underground water leak outside the New Plymouth District Council Civic Centre was losing 5,000 litres of water an hour before blowing the site's water meter.
Rotokare Scenic Reserve is appealing for community support after its only on-road vehicle was stolen in Rotorua and destroyed by fire.
Resources Minister Shane Jones has announced a 12-year offshore petroleum exploration permit for EnZed Energy in the Taranaki Basin, marking the first since the exploration ban was lifted.
New Plymouth's Brooklands Zoo is hosting special Keeper Talks to share tips on how locals can protect native ruru from hazards like pest species and sticky parapara tree seeds.
The Green Party has launched an ambitious election energy policy proposing a state-owned power generator and a transition away from natural gas.
The Coalition Government has blocked existing and pending Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements from transferring into New Zealand's new planning framework.
Residents are invited to help plant native trees at Lepperton's new Manutahi Park this Saturday, marking a major step in the development of the community greenspace.
New Zealand has detected its first case of H5N1 bird flu in a brown skua found on Petone beach, though officials advise the public health risk remains low.
UK-based Sunda Energy has applied for a petroleum exploration permit off the North Taranaki coast, marking the sixth application since the offshore exploration ban was lifted.
New Plymouth District Council has partnered with KDH and Ngāti Te Whiti Hapū to daylight the Huatoki Stream and redevelop adjacent sites on Devon and Brougham streets.
An Australian energy firm has applied for a petroleum prospecting permit covering nearly 10,000 square kilometres of deepwater ocean off the Taranaki coast.
A stunning Taranaki sunset was captured near Back Beach and Paritutu Rock by photographer Tony Skilling.
The Taranaki Regional Council has approved a landmark Joint Management Agreement with Ngāti Maru to establish a shared framework for environmental decision-making across the Waitara River catchment.
Launched in late 2025, Korito-based social enterprise Green Loop is now diverting 1,000 litres of commercial food waste from landfills each week to create nutrient-rich soil.
Latest progress photos show the ongoing work on the Metro Plaza Demolition and Huatoki Daylighting project on Devon Street.
New Plymouth Airport has been awarded a Silver award in the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Green Airports Recognition 2026 programme for Climate Change Adaptation.
Ageing alder trees along Devon Street East are being replaced with native planting as part of the Devon Street Green Masterplan.
A stunning sunset was captured over the Coastal Walkway by Taranaki Media.
Taranaki iwi have placed a temporary rāhui across the entire Pouākai Range following the death of a tramper in Egmont National Park on Friday.
A beautiful sunset captured over the coastal city of New Plymouth.
Firefighters are working through the night to contain a large vegetation fire near Waiinu Beach in South Taranaki, with residents urged to stay indoors and prepare for potential evacuation.
Lake Rotomanu is being emptied for the summer to allow scientists to survey a gold clam infestation and conduct fish harvesting with local hapū.
Lake Rotomanu will be drained this week to allow scientists to investigate the full extent of a freshwater gold clam infestation, the first detection outside the Waikato River.
An intense burst of solar activity means Taranaki residents may have a chance to see or photograph the Aurora Australis tonight, particularly from darker rural locations with clear southern views.
A wildfire in Tongariro National Park has now burnt an estimated 3000 hectares, with photos showing widespread devastation and crews continuing to battle the active blaze amidst road and track closures.
The Tongariro National Park wildfire has rapidly expanded to an estimated 1600 hectares, leading to further precautionary evacuations and an escalated aerial firefight amidst challenging conditions.
A wildfire in Tongariro National Park has surged past 1000 hectares overnight, remaining out of control and forcing air evacuations, road closures, and a major aerial response on the Central Plateau.
A beautiful evening scene captured at Lake Rotomanu.
The Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival, named New Zealand’s Favourite Event in 2023, is now open until November 9, showcasing 43 gardens and over 30 talks, tours, and workshops across the region.
Tunnel crews on the Te Ara o Te Ata (Mt Messenger Bypass) project have successfully broken through the top section of the 235-metre tunnel, marking a significant step towards a safer and more reliable State Highway 3 route.
Taranaki food rescue charity On The House is opening its fourth Free Store in Stratford on November 5, providing local residents with access to surplus food that would otherwise end up in landfill, while also reducing emissions and water wa
New Plymouth District Council has secured a five-year deal with the New Plymouth Airport solar farm, enabling the TSB Festival of Lights and other council operations to run on 100% renewable electricity, achieving zero emissions for the upc
Ageing alder trees in the New Plymouth CBD have been replaced with native shade trees and street-level greenery.
New Plymouth's CBD is getting a green facelift, replacing ageing Italian alders on Devon Street with native shade trees and greenery to enhance safety and amenity as part of the City Centre Strategy.
A beautiful day brings scenic coastal views around the Taranaki region.
Visitors enjoy a beautiful sunny day at Lake Rotomanu and the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway.
