News
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There's plenty on for kids at 3:30 Club!
NewsSchool hols may be over, but there’s still heaps on for kids at 3:30 Club, every Wednesday during term time...
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$7.8k awarded to help youth sports teams get on the road to victory
NewsThe Rural Travel Fund was established by Sport New Zealand to encourage rural participation in sports...
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Citizen Award recipients announced
NewsWe're delighted to announce the Stratford district Citizen Awards recipients for 2024. The awards recognise the district’s local champions who go above and beyond for the community.
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$8.9k awarded to arts projects, from talent show to fibre crafts
NewsStratford’s Got Talent! Five local creative projects have received financial support to get off the ground, after $8,968 was awarded during the latest round of Creative Communities Scheme funding....
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Long Term Plan 2024-34 adopted
NewsThis week Council adopted the final Long Term Plan 2024-34 and supporting documents after a robust audit review, and set the rates for the 2024/25 year.
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Free Neon Rave for under 18s these school hols
NewsLocal intermediate and high school students will have the chance to glow up at a free Neon Rave party being held by Zeal Taranaki and Stratford District Youth Council (SDYC).
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Get the most out of your Antenno App
NewsOur free Antenno app for android and apple devices is a great way to get council news and alerts, as well as make your own quick reports on community issues when you spot them.
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Stratford District Council Fees and Charges for 2024/25 adopted
NewsOn Tuesday 25 June, Stratford District Council adopted its 2024/25 Fees and Charges Schedule after being consulted on as part of the draft Long Term Plan 2024-34 (LTP).
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Matariki public holiday hours
NewsHappy Māori New Year! On Friday 28 June, we celebrate the Māori new year (which we refer to as Puanga in Taranaki) with the Matariki public holiday...
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Changes made to Stratford pedestrian upgrades post community feedback
NewsTwo new pedestrian crossings will go ahead for Broadway in Stratford, with one zebra crossing located in between the roundabouts and a courtesy crossing in the vicinity of Seyton Street.
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Vandalism is costing the community
NewsRecent acts of vandalism in Stratford have frustrated officers at Stratford District Council (SDC), who say repairing public property and cleaning up after vandals is costing local ratepayers.
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Residential ratepayer on a low income?
NewsYou may be eligible to apply for a maximum $750 partial rebate on the rates you’ve paid during this financial year (1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024).
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Free Positive Ageing Forum for June puts the focus on safety
NewsStratford District Council invites the district’s 65-plus community members to attend the free Positive Ageing Forum on Wednesday 26 June 2024 from 10.30am to 1pm.
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Pedestrian access across SH3 in Stratford’s CBD is about to double
NewsHave your say on the design options before 16 June
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Puanga celebration to inspire connection, reflection, and aspiration
NewsIn celebration of Puanga, the Māori New Year, Council and Ngāruahine Iwi Health Services are pleased to announce A Starry Night will return to Whakaahurangi, Stratford on Thursday 27 June.
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Submission on Local Government Amendment Bill - Māori Wards
NewsThis submission is prepared on behalf of Stratford District Council (SDC) in relation to the Local Government (Electoral Legislation and Māori Wards and Māori Constituencies) Amendment Bill.
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It’s dog registration time!
NewsDog registrations are due before 1 July 2024 and from that date on, all dogs will need to wear their new blue registration tags for 2024/25...
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King’s Birthday Public holiday hours
NewsIt’s King’s Birthday on Monday 3 June. Here are our council facility hours to help you plan your day.
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Draft LTP submissions make 2 things clear for Council
NewsOn Tuesday 14 May, Stratford District Council (SDC) elected members reviewed and deliberated on all 80 submissions received on the district’s draft Long Term Plan 2024-34.
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Trashy habits uncovered at Stratford's Victoria Park pond
NewsSince mid-February, we've been draining and cleaning out the scenic Victoria Park pond to look after its health. The pond is now looking at its best, but as the water in the pond was drained...