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He Kawa Ora online and drop-in sessions
NewsMedia ReleasesTe Tōpuni Kōkōrangi is seeking community feedback to help inform the future of Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki (Taranaki Maunga and the Tūpuna Maunga).
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Stephen Corrigan elected to Te Hāwera Community Board
Public NoticesNewsMedia ReleasesStephen Corrigan has been elected to the Te Hāwera community board following the by-election.
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Scale Ship Regatta returns to King Edward Park for 30th anniversary
NewsMedia ReleasesModel boats of all types and sizes will once again take to the waters of King Edward Park over Labour Weekend.
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Finalists announced for 2026 Ronald Hugh Morrieson Literary Awards
LibraryPlus NewsNewsMedia ReleasesThe finalists for the 2026 Lysaght-Watt Trust Ronald Hugh Morrieson Literary Awards have been announced.
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Stall Holders Registration for 2026 Arts in the Park Now Open
NewsMedia ReleasesArtists, crafters and food vendors are invited to be part of South Taranaki's premier outdoor arts and crafts market, with registrations now open for Arts in the Park.
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New sign-in process for LibraryPlus Libby and Overdrive users
LibraryPlus NewsPublic NoticesNewsFrom Wednesday 1 October 2026, LibraryPlus customers will be required to sign in to Libby and OverDrive using their library barcode and PIN/password.
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New Manaia Community Facility Takes Major Step Forward
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil has reached a significant milestone in the delivery of the new Manaia Community Facility, with Clelands Construction Ltd engaged to lead the design and construction of the project.
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Community Spirit Celebrated at South Taranaki Community Awards
NewsMedia ReleasesLocal volunteers and community champions were celebrated on Thursday 17 September at the South Taranaki Community Awards, held at the Hāwera Memorial Theatre.
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Dog Registration Draw Winners 2026/27
NewsCongratulations to the winners of the 2026/27 Dog Registration Draw! These winners have won a refund on one dog registration and two packs of dog biscuits.
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New Stickers for 2026/27 Greenwaste Kerbside Collection
Public NoticesNewsStickers are now available for the Council’s green waste kerbside collection service, which runs from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027.
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Hāwera Kerbside Collection Day Changes (2026)
Public NoticesNewsSome Hāwera residents who usually have their bins emptied on a Wednesday will move to a Thursday collection day as part of an adjustment to Council's collection routes.
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Waverley Town Belt Stage 2 – Opening Blessing
NewsMedia ReleasesA blessing was held on Tuesday 15 September at the Waverley Town Belt on Chester Street.
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New Opportunity at Te W'anake The Foundry
NewsMedia ReleasesTe W'anake The Foundry, a co-working space in Hāwera is opening its doors to a new wave of professionals, entrepreneurs and organisations, with two private offices now available.
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South Taranaki September School Holiday Programme Out Now (2026)
LibraryPlus NewsNewsMedia ReleasesFamilies across South Taranaki can look forward to another fun-filled school holiday break, with the latest edition of the Happening Holidays school holiday programme out now.
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Council seeks feedback on Gambling and TAB Venue Policies (2026)
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil is inviting public feedback on its Class 4 Gambling Venues Policy and TAB Venues Policy as part of a legally required three-year review.
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Changes to improve building inspection service across South Taranaki
NewsFrom Monday 14 September, Council will introduce two changes to its building inspection process to create a more efficient, predictable, and sustainable inspection service across the district.
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Pātea Saltmarsh Lookout Opens
NewsMedia ReleasesThis week marked the official opening and blessing of the new saltmarsh lookout in Pātea, bringing to a close a project that has been years in the making and driven by strong local collaboration.
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Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund Applications Open - Round Two 2026
NewsMedia ReleasesApplications for financial assistance under the Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund open on 3 September 2026 and close on 2 October 2026.
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Applications to the STDC Natural Environments Fund open
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Fund’s purpose is to promote and assist with the protection, restoration and enhancement of areas of significant biodiversity, indigenous vegetation and/or significant habitats.
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Additional government funding boosts resource recovery centre project
NewsMedia ReleasesSouth Taranaki District Mayor Phil Nixon has welcomed the announcement that Council will receive an additional $260,000 from the Government's national Waste Minimisation Fund.
