News
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The Creative Communities Scheme is now open for applications!
NewsSupport is available for arts and cultural projects that strengthen and invigorate the local art scene, increase participation, and widen the range and diversity of arts available to the community.
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New Stratford Skate Park bowl construction rolls ahead!
NewsWe've started work on our Skate Park redevelopment with the installation of a new kidney-shaped skate bowl.
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Transport Choices project puts focus on safe and active school travel
NewsStratford District Council’s Transport Choices project is aiming to give kids and families safe, healthy, and environmentally friendly ways to travel to and from school...
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Creative projects in Stratford get 9k boost
NewsStratford’s Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) has awarded $9,184 to eight creative projects in their latest round of arts funding.
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Congratulations to our 2023 Citizen Award recipients
NewsWe're pleased to announce six Stratford district community members will be presented with a Citizens Award for 2023.
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Matariki public holiday hours
NewsMānawatia a Matariki — Happy Māori New Year! Friday 14 July is Matariki. Some of our facilities will be closed or have reduced hours, so please plan ahead.
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Free Learn to Swim lessons for central Taranaki school kids!
NewsThanks to the awesome support of Toi Foundation, tamariki enrolled at central Taranaki schools can now receive free swimming lessons for Term 3...
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What are those orange sticks at the intersections?
NewsYou might have noticed some orange sticks pop up across Stratford at our intersections...
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Plastic Free July starts with new single-use plastic ban
NewsIt’s Plastic Free July and all-around Aotearoa people will be reducing or eliminating their plastic waste. Whether or not you’re taking part, big changes have come into effect for us all...
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School zone speed changes approved
NewsOur Interim Speed Management Plan, which focuses on speed limits across our school zones, was endorsed by the Policy and Services Committee last week.
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Share your aspirations for Stratford District
NewsWe're planning for the next 10 years, looking at what needs and aspirations the Stratford District has and how we can work towards those.
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New landscaping features enhance Thomson Arboretum
NewsAfter the completion of recent landscaping work, the Thomson Arboretum now boasts a new sign, a central meeting space with custom seating, and new gardens.
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A Starry Night returns to Stratford
NewsWe're excited to welcome back A Starry Night as part of local Puanga celebrations from 5pm to 8pm on Thursday 13 July 2023.
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Congratulations to our newest citizens!
NewsOn Wednesday 14 June, District Mayor Neil Volzke presided over our latest Citizenship ceremony.
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Work has started on upgrades to Kopuatama Cemetery ground entrances
NewsKopuatama Cemetery is currently undergoing an upgrade to enhance the entranceway.
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Annual Plan 2023/24 adopted
NewsCouncil has adopted its Annual Plan 2023/24 after considering public feedback. Amendments to proposed Fees and Charges were made, and Councillors agreed to provide an in-house Learn to Swim service.
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Prune overhanging branches to help people get around safely
NewsOverhanging trees, hedges and other vegetation can be a real nuisance - there can be safety and accessibility issues for people if they're not controlled.
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Council to consider the future of swimming lessons at Wai o Rua
NewsWe have received notice from the Flyers Swim School that from Term 3 they will no longer operate their swim school service at Wai o Rua – Stratford Aquatic Centre.
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AA Desk taking a break on Saturdays
NewsWe've had to make the decision to temporarily close the AA desk on Saturdays until further notice, while we recruit and train AA certified team members to support this service going forward.
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King’s Birthday public holiday hours
NewsSome of our facilities will be closed or have reduced hours, so please plan ahead.
