Support for plastic bag levy
A call for a levy on single-use plastic bags at supermarkets and shops is being supported by Waikato Regional Council.
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A call for a levy on single-use plastic bags at supermarkets and shops is being supported by Waikato Regional Council.
Waikato regional councillors have today endorsed an updated Local Government New Zealand position statement on climate change, with a staff report noting most c
JOINT MEDIA RELEASE: Archey’s frogs are modern-day dinosaurs.
A south Waikato dairy farming company has been prosecuted for the second time in four years for unlawfully discharging dairy effluent into the environment.
Visitors to Taupō’s Riverside Park will see a few changes over the coming weeks as native shrubs and trees are planted to help reduce the effects of erosion.
Enthusiastic volunteers have planted nearly 3000 native plants at Kiritehere beach to reduce the risk of coastal erosion and to support local biodiversity.
A special guest appearance by Ruben the Road Safety Bear will delight children at Thames library this week as part of its building transport holiday activity.
What do you want the Waikato to look like in 10 years’ time? What areas of work do you think the regional council should prioritise? What are your ideas for m
Waikato’s regional transport committee is supporting moves to lift the open road speed to 110 kilometres an hour where appropriate.
