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Tasman District Council’s Ten Year Plan approved
30 June 2009
At its meeting on Tuesday 30 June, Tasman District Council approved its final Ten Year Plan for 2009-2019. The Ten Year Plan was finalised following an exhaustive series of workshops by the Council, public consultation, and work by Council staff.
The Council received over 4500 submissions on its draft Plan. More...
Rates variation differs across Tasman District
2 July 2009
The Tasman District Council’s Corporate Services Manager, Mr Murray Staite, today released examples showing the rate effects on five different properties scattered throughout the Tasman District. More...
Consultation on Part IV provisions for the TRMP
19 June 2009
Michael Higgins, chair of the Council’s Environment and Planning Committee, is pleased to announce the commencement of public consultation on the final part of the Tasman Resource Management Plan which deals with activities in rivers and lakes in the Tasman District. See press release article ...
A draft document (Consultation Paper) that considers the management of activities carried out in the beds of rivers and lakes, and other details of the proposals for Part IV including a summary document (Consultation Summary) is available at council offices or on the TRMP webpage. Click here ...
Public meetings to discuss the Council's proposal will be held around the district - watch Newsline for further details or click here to view the meeting timetable. The meeting will involve a short presentation by staff followed by an opportunity to discuss specific issues with staff and councillors.
Tasman District Council’s Ten Year Plan decisions
10 June 2009
At its meeting on Wednesday 10 June, Tasman District Council considered what projects and activities would be included in its Ten Year Plan. These decisions were made following consideration of the submissions on the draft Ten Year Plan. The Council received over 4500 submissions on its draft Plan.
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Take the Road Safety Survey
To tie in with the release of the Road Safety tabloid, you are invited to complete this two minute online survey about Road Safety in Nelson and Tasman.
Click here to complete the Road Safety Survey
Human Swine Influenza - Update
29 June 2009
Nelson Marlborough district has moved into the "Manage It" phase for A H1N1 Swine Flu however Community Based Assessment Centres are not yet needed. CBAC centres would help to separate people at risk of spreading influenza from others attending health services when numbers were sufficient.
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Newsline the mag
19 June 2009
In this edition - find out about the regions new Top Team competition and how to get involved, Tasman District’s Sportsperson of the Year award winners, and how to apply for rates rebates. Tasman District Council’s news updates, meetings, community and public notices are there too. More...
Are the ants gone? winner
The winner of the "Are the ants gone?" postcard draw is the holder of the tear-off strip bearing Lucky Number 593. Bring it to the reception desk at the TDC office, 189 Queen St, and claim the $100 voucher to dine at Bouterey’s, Richmond’s award-winning restaurant at 251 Queen St.
There were 220 postcards returned from the 780 sent out. These will provide Council with good information on current baiting practice.
Playtime gets a new look
13 May 2009
The old playground on the corner of Richmond’s Cambridge and Oxford Streets is well used by local youngsters, but fifteen years on from its last upgrade is looking a little jaded. Reserves Officer Glenn Thorn is making plans to develop the park with new recreational equipment, pathways and a water feature. More...
Welcome to new 'Good Wood' suppliers
8 May 2009
Four more firewood merchants have joined Nelson and Tasman District Councils’ ‘Good Wood’ scheme to ensure the supply of dry and seasoned firewood to customers in the region. There are now 10 Good Wood suppliers across the region which guarantee to supply customers with dry, seasoned wood with a moisture content below 25 percent. More...
Joint Council support of Public Sculpture Consultation
21 April 2009
The public of Tasman and Nelson will have an opportunity to discuss the value of public sculpture at a meeting jointly supported by the Tasman District and Nelson City Councils. More...
Calling all schools: ready to take up the May Zero Waste Challenge?
8 April 2009
In May this year, Waste Education Services are organising a Zero Waste Challenge for all schools in Nelson and Tasman. The aim of this challenge is to encourage schools to move forward in their waste minimisation journey, with a focus on REDUCING waste, and also to celebrate the positive steps schools are making. More...
100 years of Council in Murchison celebrations
3 April 2009
Click here to see photos from the night.
Draft 2009/10-2011/12 Regional Land Transport Programme released
23 March 2009
Tasman District has developed a Draft Regional Land Transport Programme (RLTP), which was circulated for public consultation. The Regional Land Transport Programme allows Council and the New Zealand Transport Agency to recommend funding for land transport activities from the National Land Transport Fund.
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The Mayor's Calendar
To find out what Mayor Richard Kempthorne is up to, check out his weekly online diary on his website here.
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