News
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The Māori Ward Referendum is coming up
NewsHelp decide the future of our Māori Ward, Whakaahurangi Stratford. In the Māori Ward Referendum you’ll vote to either keep or remove our Māori Ward for the next 2 elections in 2028 and 2031.
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Elections heat up in district as council candidates confirmed
NewsCandidates for Stratford district’s mayoralty, and in the Māori and Urban wards, will be preparing campaigns and practicing handshakes, with enough standing to trigger elections.
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Top effort! Huiakama School wins Taranaki Milk Top Challenge
NewsOn Thursday 24 July, Stratford district Mayor Neil Volzke congratulated Huiakama School for winning first prize in the Taranaki Milk Top Challenge...
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Introducing your 2025 Citizen Awards
NewsWe're delighted to announce the Stratford district Citizen Awards recipients for 2025. The awards recognise the district’s local champions who go above and beyond for the community.
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$11k funding boost for Stratford district creative projects
NewsFrom musicals and printmaking workshops to the restoration of whāriki (woven mats), our community is benefitting from over $11k in arts funding...
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Code of Conduct Breach
NewsDuring Council’s Ordinary meeting on Tuesday 8 July elected members considered a breach of Stratford District Council’s code of conduct.
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Be a voice for your community. Council nominations open soon
NewsWe're urging anyone passionate about their district and committed to helping it thrive to stand for local council when nominations open on Friday...
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In-house model for the future of water services delivery recommended
NewsStratford District Council’s Policy and Services Committee recommends an in-house model for the future of water services delivery.
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Mysteries by the Mountain - free event
NewsStratford Library hosting award winning authors for free event – Mysteries by the Mountain - on Wednesday 25 June 2025
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Putting the prosperous back in Stratford’s Prospero Place
NewsWe're giving some love to the heart of Stratford by making upgrades to Prospero Place - the town centre, and are now calling for community feedback on the draft designs.
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Close the Lid. From 8 July, overfull bins will not be collected
NewsThere are changes coming to the kerbside collection of rubbish and recycling bins across Taranaki. Overfilled bins, where the lid is not level or closed, will not be able to be collected from 8 July.
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Overall rates increase stays on track from Long Term Plan forecast
NewsStratford District Council (SDC) has adopted its Annual Plan 2025/26 with an average rates increase of 6.9%.
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Guide to celebrating Puanga in Whakaahurangi, Stratford
NewsStratford District Council (SDC) extends a warm invitation for people to embrace curiosity and connection when celebrating Puanga, the Māori New Year, in the heart of Taranaki.
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Youth Week 2025: Crafternoon, On the Bus, and Pop-up Cinema!
NewsRangatahi aged 12 to 18 are in for some next-level fun, with 3 free and low-cost events planned for this year’s Youth Week; a national celebration of Aotearoa’s young people from 19 May to 25 May.
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Taranaki councils seek input on water service delivery options
NewsTaranaki councils are proposing to establish a regional council-controlled organisation to deliver drinking water and wastewater services to Taranaki residents, with public feedback open now.
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Nominate your local champions for a Citizen and Youth Citizen Award
NewsOur district is home to go-getters, doers, supporters, helpers, organisers, leaders - you name it, we have people in Stratford that will put their hand up for it. Let's celebrate them!
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Waste-busting idea? We're ready with funds!
NewsIt’s time to put on your thinking cap (recycled, of course). Through the Waste Levy Fund, support is available for new projects that can measurably avoid, reduce, recycle, recover, or reuse waste.
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Healthy people, warm homes at the heart of Positive Ageing Forum
NewsStratford District Council is inviting the district’s 65-plus community to a free Positive Ageing Forum highlighting ways to create healthy warm homes and healthy people. RSVP by Thursday 8 May.
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Anzac Day hours for council facilities
NewsAnzac Day hours for council services and facilities. Thank you to those working on the day.
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Easter holiday hours for council facilities
NewsEaster holiday hours for council services and facilities. Thank you to everyone working during the Easter break. We appreciate your mahi!
