Tasman District Council issues news releases to all local media in the district on a regular basis to keep the community informed about various issues and events. This page displays the current releases. Older releases can be found in the 'News Archive' section or click here.
Tasman Nelson Environment Award winners 2009
20 November 2009
Tasman District and Nelson City Council are proud to announce the results of the 2009 Environment Awards More...
Urban Design Panel launched
18 November 2009
Designing attractive, stylish and functional buildings looks set to become easier. Tasman District and Nelson City Councils have joined forces to establish an Urban Design Panel. Improving urban design is a priority for the Councils and both are signatories to the New Zealand Urban Design Protocol. The establishment of an Urban Design Panel is a key way of spearheading better urban design outcomes. More...
Ant surveillance underway
13 November 2009
If you live in or close to an area that is infested with Argentine or Darwin’s ants and see a young lady looking in the grass along your street frontage, it could be Melissa Mathieson. Melissa is a science graduate who is working for Tasman District Council during the summer holidays and carries a council warrant for identification. More...
Tasman districts net worth continues to grow despite economic pressures
Tasman District Council's 2008/2009 Annual Report has revealed a strong balance sheet in spite of the challenging economic climate.
The Annual Report, adopted at today’s Full Council meeting in Richmond, showed that Council has completed a strong year with a surplus in line with budget expectations, and net assets (or equity) increasing to just over one billion dollars. More...
Mayors support aid relief for Samoan Tsunami Victims
Mayors Richard Kempthorne (Tasman District Council) and Kerry Marshall (Nelson City Council) are encouraging members of the community to join them in supporting aid relief to Samoa following the devastating tsunami that left many Islanders homeless. More...
Good transport management earns praise from NZTA and maximises funding
Tasman District Council has come in for praise recently from Dr. Deborah Hume, Regional Director at the NZ Transport Agency who said that Tasman District Council’s management of its budgets and roading programme is ‘one of the best in the country’ at a recent Road Transport Committee meeting. The three Councils, Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough have an active working relationship to address traffic matters though the Top of the South Liaison Committee. More...
Excellent response to awards
8 October 2009
Nominations for the Tasman Nelson Environment Awards 2009 are up significantly on last year. 86 entries have been received up from 36 last year. Coordinator Rob Francis says he believes the high level of interest this year reflects the fact that Nelson City joined Tasman District Council in running the Awards this year, and an increasing awareness of the importance of working towards and supporting good environmental practice in Tasman and Nelson.
The awards are an annual celebration of the efforts and achievements of people in the region towards improving and sustaining their environment.
The nine categories for this year’s awards recognise achievement in the rural and commercial sectors, schools, individuals and families, community and neighbourhood groups as well as heritage (cultural and structural) and new categories for urban design and best use of renewable energy.
Over the next few weeks judging panels comprising staff and Councillors from both Councils and local experts will assess each of the nominations, including site visits if appropriate, before choosing the category winners and the overall winner.
There are prizes of $1000 for each of the urban design, best use of renewable energy, schools, rural, community/neighbourhood groups and individuals/families. The winner of the commercial section receives a $1000 radio advertising package and the two heritage sections receive $500 each.
“We thank everyone who has taken the time to nominate someone or put themselves forward. The entries cover a wide spectrum of projects and initiatives. The Awards are a positive and tangible way to recognise our environmental leaders and to move our region toward sustainability,” Rob says.
The Tasman Nelson Environmental Awards presentation ceremony will be at the Woollaston Estates on Friday 20 November 2009.
Nelson Mayors combine forces to aid Pacific tsunami victims
8 October 2009
Mayors Richard Kempthorne (Tasman District Council) and Kerry Marshall (Nelson City Council) are giving every support possible to the local Pacific Island community following last week’s earthquake and tsunami. They would encourage members of the community to join in this support.
Pacific Island representatives from Tasman and Nelson have met to discuss aid requirements. They are are organising funds and supplies to help rebuild the islands, and discussing how people from this region can help.
A bank account is being set up for donations and details will be released on Thursday 8 October telling people how they can donate directly to that account. Secondly, building materials are being sought from local manufacturers and suppliers. Freight support to Samoa and Tonga (containers, packing, freight etc) is also needed.
More information on how people and businesses can help with goods or services will be released on Thursday 8 October.
2009 residents survey shows Council has made progress in key areas over the last 12 months
More Tasman residents are satisfied with the way their rates are being spent on services and facilities than this time last year a recent survey undertaken by an independent agency, the National Research Bureau (NRB), indicates. More...
Amalgamation Petition 2009
A guide to the 2009 amalgamation petition; its implications and costs for ratepayers.
In response to questions asked by Tasman District and Nelson City residents Council has produced a guide that explains:
• What the petition is asking for
• What happens once the petition closes
• What the cost could add up to for each ratepayer
• What ‘loss of representation’ means
Please click here to read the full guide to the 2009 amalgamation petition.
Please click to fill out the feedback form and ask your questions.
More... Richmond West Announcement
25 September 2009
Tasman District Council has today announced its plans for urban development in Richmond West over the next 30-50 years. This announcement marks a key step in a long-term strategy to ensure that urban development across the Tasman district is planned and positively supports and shapes the districts economic and social future. More...
Local Government Commission confirms amalgamation options limited
03 September 2009
Read the latest press release from Tasman District Council regarding the Local Government Commissions confirmation that consideration of the Aldo Miccio petition will be limited to "a union of the two districts (with or without some modification or variation), or the status quo". More...
Top Team 2009
Get your mates together and come battle it out for the Top Team Award. To download the entry forms, please click here: www.tasman.govt.nz/topteam
Council’s new approach to looking after the beds of rivers and lakes in Tasman
20 August 2009
Do you use or value your local rivers? Do you swim in the Aorere, fish in the Waimea or use water from the Motupiko for your livestock? If you are interested in any of our rivers then Tasman District Council wants to hear from you. Information on our proposals for managing activities in rivers in your area, and feedback forms to let us know what you think can be found here More...
2009 Tasman Nelson Environment Awards
14 August 2009
Anyone thinking about making a nomination for the 2009 Environment Awards is encouraged to take the plunge and do it now.
Nominations are invited until October 2 and can be made in the following nine categories:
- Individuals and Families (not for profit)
- Community Groups/Neighbourhood (not for profit)
- Rural
- Commercial
- Schools
- Urban Design
- Best Use of Renewable Energy
- Heritage – built heritage and sites
- Heritage – events and culture
Nomination forms can be downloaded by clicking HERE. They are also available from the Council offices and libraries. More...
Minister signals support for Lee Dam project
12 August 2009
The Waimea Water Augmentation Committee (WWAC) today received high level government endorsement for the work it has done towards developing a water storage dam in the Lee Valley.
Minister for Agriculture David Carter was in Nelson to meet with the WWAC committee and receive a detailed briefing on the water shortage issues the region must address. More...
Tasman rejects “rip-off” label
11 August 2009
Mayor Richard Kempthorne has today issued a statement in response to the Nelson Mail article from Monday 10 August implying that Tasman District Council is not pulling its weight with regard to funding regional facilities. More...
Views on Amalgamation Petition
24 July 2009
Tasman Mayor Richard Kempthorne responded to today’s announcement by Nelson Councillor Aldo Miccio calling for amalgamation of Tasman and Nelson, saying it is not needed and would be a significant cost to the community. More...
Ants Gone - Survey Results
The “Ants gone” survey was undertaken to find out more about urban ant baiting practices. The points of most interest to residents are summarised here: More...
LoveNZ - Tasman District Council launches Recycling in Public Places
23 July 2009
At noon on Friday 24 July 2009 Tasman District Council’s Recycling in Public Places initiative will be launched outside the Motueka Museum, High Street, Motueka. The aim of this initiative is to establish a network of easily recognisable recycling bins in well used locations across the district, encouraging and enabling tourists and locals to recycle when they are out and about.
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Tasman District Council asks residents “How are we doing?”
23 July 2009
Tasman District Council’s annual residents survey starts today. The survey is to determine residents levels of satisfaction with Council services and facilities. “The information from the survey gives us valuable information which helps us with our decision making. We want to hear your views, so if you get called please take the time to answer the questions” said Mayor Richard Kempthorne. More...
Golden Bay to be put through its paces
23 July 2009
Golden Bay’s new Civil Defence Community Response Plan will be put to the test next week with Exercise Activate.
Golden Bay’s civil defence arrangements have been overhauled in the last twelve months. The new Community Response Plan was completed in 2008 and this is the first Exercise under the new plan. Exercise Activate will focus on the set up of the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) and getting staff familiar with basic EOC procedures. The inter-agency Exercise, including police, fire and ambulance, will also test equipment, including the generator and radios.
The exercise will run from 10am till 3pm on Tuesday 28 July out of the Tasman District Council Service Centre in Takaka, led by local Civil Defence Local Controller, Roger Broadhurst.
Nelson based Emergency Management Manager, Jim Burrows, says flooding is the most common hazard and likely emergency in the Bay, but civil defence in Golden Bay is also prepared to respond to other emergencies such as earthquake or slips.
As part of Exercise Activate, the location of Welfare Centre during flooding situations will be discussed and decided. Presently a number of facilities have been designated as possible evacuation points but experience from recent floods has led to a review.
“It’s always best to have a plan before it’s needed” Local Civil Defence Controller Roger Broadhurst says. “The earthquake in Southland just a few days ago reminds us that we need to constantly review our readiness.”
Virus at work on Tasman’s rabbit population
21 July 2009
Tasman residents, particularly those in the Kina Peninsula and Motueka areas, are being advised that they may see an increased number of dead rabbits over the coming months.
"There is nothing for residents to worry about" says Ken Wright, a Biosecurity Officer at Tasman District Council. "The rabbit population in the Kina Peninsula is being hit by the Rabbit Calici Virus" More...
Human Swine Influenza - Update
20 July 2009
Nelson Hospital officials today warned that surgery could be postponed due to high occupancy in the medical ward. Four people in Nelson Hospital have influenza-like symptoms and may have Swine Flu. In Wairau Hospital in Blenheim two people are in hospital with influenza however the occupancy does not indicate the need to postpone surgery. More...
Regional Land Transport Programme
30 June 2009
Tasman District Council approved the final Regional Land Transport Programme (RLTP) on 30 June 2009.
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. 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...
Council’s new approach to looking after the beds of rivers and lakes in Tasman
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. More...
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...
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 Office Glenn Thorn is making plans to develop the park with new recreational equipment, pathways and a water feature.
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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...
Get on your bike! - Family Fun Ride
23 May 2009
Bike Wise is a nationally co-ordinated event promoting cycling as a sustainable, fun and healthy means of transport. Some great events are being organised in the Tasman District to celebrate Bike Wise 2009. More...
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