Our vision for New Plymouth District is to build a Sustainable Lifestyle Capital. We have five community goals that will help us achieve this.
Climate change has altered the way we think about our future. We’re committed to an urgent climate response and building a sustainable district.
We’re upgrading our parking machines and moving to new pay by plate parking meters.
Details on what's changing and FAQs.
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Your bin collection scheduleEmergency Water Shutdown: Cowling Road and Hurdon Street, 11:40am to 2.45pm, Thursday 27 March 2025.
There is an emergency water shutdown affecting 2-44 Cowling Road and all of Hurdon Street. This is from 11:40am until 2.45pm, Thursday 27 March. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Temporary Road Closure: Selwyn Street (between Carrington Street and Ballance Street) from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday 31 March 2025.
Tree Maintenance
Accordingly, in terms of Section 342(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 1974 the Council directs that Selwyn Street (between Carrington Street and Ballance Street) …
Temporary Road Closure: Drake Street, from 8am to 4pm, Friday 28 March 2025.
Removal of Trees
Accordingly, in terms of Section 342(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 1974 the Council directs that Drake Street be closed to all traffic from 8am to 4pm, Friday …
Temporary Road Closure - Ngaio Street, new Plymouth, from 7pm to 6am, Sunday 30 March to Wednesday 2 April 2025.
Asphalt works
Accordingly, in terms of Section 342(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 1974 the Council directs that Ngaio Street (from SH3 to Kowhai Street) be closed to all traffic…
The Fernery and Display Houses in Pukekura Park is the perfect place to leave the world behind. Wander through earth tunnels to each house and explore the more than 50,000 plants in our collection.