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Carpooling has just got easier
There are many reasons why car pooling is a great idea – from saving you money, reducing traffic congestion, being environmentally friendly and getting to know others who live or work near you.
All these reasons mean that carpooling is a great idea, and now it has become much easier for anyone living in the Nelson Bays district to give it a go. Follow the link below to browse the Jayride website of current rides, offer a ride or find a ride.
http://www.jayride.co.nz/browse/rides/nz/tasman+district
Ruby Bay Bypass - New Road Names
The State Highway 60/Ruby Bay Bypass is going to have a very positive impact on the way that tra ffic moves between Richmond and Mapua when it is completed in 2010, however it’s leaving Council with a bit of an issue when it comes to new road names and numbers. More...
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...
Newsline the mag
20 November 2009
In this issue of Newsline the Mag read about the Tasman businesses that shone at the annual businesses awards earlier this month, an update on the Mapua bypass and how that work will affect local road names and numbering and what residents think of Richmond in the new series 'five reasons we love'. There's Tasman District Council's news updates, meetings, community and public notices in there as well. If it's happening in Tasman it's in Newsline The Mag. 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...
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.
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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. More...
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...
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...
Rates Rebate Scheme
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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...
Amalgamation Petition 2009
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.
Click here to read the letter from Donald Riezebos, Local Government Commission Chief Executive Officer, confirming the scope of the amalgamation petition.
Saxton Field Stadium
The Tasman Regional Sports Trust has been announced as manager of the Saxton Field stadium following a tender process that saw several other companies pitch for the job.
The Tasman Regional Sports Trust has a wealth of experience when it comes to managing sports venues and currently holds contracts in Kaikoura, Motueka and Richmond. Its new head office will be on the Saxton Field site, which means they will be perfectly situated to ensure the smooth running of the complex.
The Trust is now advertising for a manager to look after the Saxton Field contract – for more information go to www.tasmanregionalsports.org.nz
Tasman District Council, Nelson City Council and the sporting codes fund Saxton Field Stadium with help from the New Zealand Community Trust, Canterbury Community Trust and the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board.
Sustainable Business Assistance
The world faces huge economic and ecological challenges!
In response to the need for better and more efficient business practices, the position of Sustainable Business Advisor has been created in the Nelson and Tasman region. Find out more…
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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...
 Consultation Feedback Form (440 K)
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...
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. 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.
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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.
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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...
Ants Gone - Survey Results
20 July 2009
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...
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...
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 4634 submissions on its draft Plan.
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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...
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
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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