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Whitebait season set to go swimmingly The whitebait season starts on 15 August with local whitebaiters gearing up for another great season.
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Hawke’s Bay estuaries will benefit from targeted national policy Regional Council says estuaries will benefit from targeted policy around their management.
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Rural Advisory Group broadens drought relief fund criteria Criteria expanded for regional drought relief fund to support more farmers.
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Whitebait season set to go swimmingly
The whitebait season starts on 15 August with local whitebaiters gearing up for another great season.
14 August 2020
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Hawke’s Bay estuaries will benefit from targeted national policy
Regional Council says estuaries will benefit from targeted policy around their management.
13 August 2020
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Rural Advisory Group broadens drought relief fund criteria
Criteria expanded for regional drought relief fund to support more farmers.
6 August 2020
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Last call for comments on TANK Plan for Heretaunga-Ahuriri waterways
Sixteen submissions on the TANK Plan so far, with many more expected before 14 August deadline.
6 August 2020
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Minister for Environment declines fast-track Tukituki Plan change
The Regional Council can't proceed with a fast-track change to the nitrogen leaching tool.
5 August 2020
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Mayors welcome further information on Government support for three waters
The five councils of Hawke’s Bay welcome details of 761m Three Waters stimulus package.
5 August 2020
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Regional Council welcomes $19.2 million climate change funding
Regional Council secures $19.2 million of Government funding, with up to 63 jobs for the region.
4 August 2020
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Working with communities on biosecurity
Landowners and the Regional Council are working to protect Hawke’s Bay’s biodiversity
31 July 2020
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Regional Council accelerating climate crisis engagement
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is stepping up its response to the climate crisis.
30 July 2020
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Regional Council welcomes RMA review report
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council welcomes today’s independent review panel report on the Resource Management Act.
29 July 2020
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2020-21 Annual Plan Adopted
Leading a climate-smart recovery for Hawke’s Bay is this year’s focus, reflected in the 2020-21 Annual Plan ado...
29 July 2020
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Environment Committee gains new Chair
First-term Regional Councillor Hinewai Ormsby has been appointed as the new Chair to lead the Environment and Integ...
29 July 2020
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Hawke’s Bay Bee Card buzzing its way into town
A new ticketing system is being rolled out in August making it easier to travel, at the same time as flat fares mak...
27 July 2020
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HBRC welcomes greenhouse emissions report
A new report looking at New Zealand’s regional greenhouse gas emissions is being welcomed by the Regional Council...
23 July 2020
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New pest hub great tool for locals
We've launched a Pest Hub to give easy access to advice on 171 species that are, or have the potential to become, a...
17 July 2020
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“My house is much better for it” – Sustainable Homes
We're helping whānau get a dry, healthier home with double-glazing
15 July 2020
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Air Pollution Records
The National Environmental Standard (NES) for air quality has been exceeded during 1 – 30 June 2020.
8 July 2020
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Councils welcome Government’s three waters investment
Councils welcome the Government's $761m package for three waters reform.
8 July 2020
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Local company fined $12,555 for illegal burning
Regional Council welcomes court decision to impose $12,555 fine for for illegal burning.
2 July 2020
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Council delighted with inland port development
The Regional Council says inland port will be a significant boost for the economy.
1 July 2020
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Heretaunga water storage sites to be investigated
Regional Council looks set to begin investigating water storage sites in Heretaunga.
1 July 2020
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Dumping getting worse
Rubbish dumping around Napier and Hastings has increased by around 25 per cent in the last few months
25 June 2020
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Report highlights economic impact of climate change
‘Do nothing’ approach to water security could see primary sector significantly impacted.
24 June 2020
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No change to water bottling consent application rules
Regional Council reassuring the public no change to rules for applying for water bottling consent.
24 June 2020
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Still time to submit on a Climate. Smart. Recovery.
Time runs out at midnight on 28 June to influence the Regional Council’s plan for a climate-smart recovery.
23 June 2020
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Drought-breaker a relief, yet critical feed deficit remains
Rainfall over the weekend signalled end to meteorological drought, yet a critical feed deficit remains
22 June 2020
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Lifestyle feed runs a great success
In response to the drought, the Rural Advisory Group distributed 4,933 hay bales to small block holders.
17 June 2020
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Regional Council support for warmer homes
We can help whānau get dry, healthier homes that are warmer in winter and cooler in summer
17 June 2020
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Cold and smoky weekend made for unhealthy air
Air quality in Hastings exceeded the national standard for the first time this year on 15 June.
16 June 2020
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Proposed TANK Plan Change - extended submission period PUBLIC NOTICE
The closing date for submissions has been extended to 14 August 2020.
13 June 2020
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High pressure system no time for burning
A rise in outdoor burning is becoming a health risk for the community and is made worse by high-pressure systems
12 June 2020
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Tukituki landowners urged to do consent applications
The Regional Council thanks Tukituki catchment landowners who have sent in their pre-application or full consents.
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10 June 2020
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2020-21 Annual Plan - for a Climate. Smart. Recovery.
Have your say on the Rates Approach for the coming year and whether to establish a Recovery Fund.
9 June 2020
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HB drought relief fund now open for applications
The Hawke’s Bay’s drought relief fund, which was set up by local government leaders to help farmers through one...
8 June 2020
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2020-21 Annual Plan – for a Climate. Smart. Recovery. PUBLIC NOTICE
The Regional Council’s Annual Plan consultation document is available for public feedback from Monday 8 June unti...
6 June 2020
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Six week extension for TANK Plan consult
The Regional Council’s plan for the long-term health of the Heretaunga Plains waterways will now stay open for pu...
5 June 2020
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Regional Council to amend nitrogen leaching modelling tool
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council wants to amend the way that nitrogen leaching is modelled on farms for resource ...
4 June 2020
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Lifestyle feed runs planned for the next two weekends
The Rural Advisory Group are planning feed runs for the next two weekends to help small block holders care for thei...
3 June 2020
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Weekend rain welcome but not a drought breaker
Weekend rainfall very welcome although it wasn’t an official ‘drought breaker’.
2 June 2020
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Digging Deep for our farmers in drought
Give a Little - ‘Digging deep for our farmers in drought’ launched today as a way for HB people to support the ...
29 May 2020
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Measures to improve freshwater welcomed
New regulations aimed at cleaning up rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands to improve freshwater.
28 May 2020
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The plan for a climate smart economic recovery
The Regional Council is focussed on a climate smart recovery to address the economic challenges from COVID-19 and t...
27 May 2020
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Cheaper fares with new system
A proposed new ticketing system for Hawke’s Bay is planned to be rolled out at the same time as flat fees are tri...
27 May 2020
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Region’s braided river birds flourishing
Shorebirds are thriving on Hawke’s Bay’s braided rivers a recent survey has shown.
22 May 2020
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Pukenui community wetland
Community aroha and mahi have got a wetland restoration project off the ground in Mahanga.
22 May 2020
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TANK Plan public meetings: 26 and 28 May
It's nearly time for our 'virtual' public meetings - learn about the plan for Napier, Hastings and Heretaunga water...
22 May 2020
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Saving the kahikatea forest
A community project in Omakere is bringing back the once-thriving giant, kahikatea.
21 May 2020
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Regional Council pledges $200k to drought fund
Hawke’s Bay Regional councillors have voted unanimously to contribute $200,000 to the Mayoral Drought Relief Fund
21 May 2020
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Proposed TANK Plan Change - PUBLIC NOTICE
Proposed TANK Plan for Heretaunga Plains waterways – Plan Change 9
Hawkes Bay Regional Resource Management Plan
20 May 2020
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Government contribution to drought appeal a good start
The Rural Advisory Group are grateful that the Government has quickly responded to the regional request for financi...
19 May 2020
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Local Govt leaders launch Mayoral Drought Relief Fund
A drought relief fund is being set up by Hawke’s Bay’s four Mayors and Regional Council Chairman this week, wit...
18 May 2020
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Regional Council election declared results in
Find out the declared results for the 2019 local body elections
12 October 2019
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