New Plymouth — New Plymouth has far fewer rats than it did five years ago, thanks to the efforts of thousands of dedicated backyard trappers.

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New Plymouth — New Plymouth has far fewer rats than it did five years ago, thanks to the efforts of thousands of dedicated backyard trappers.
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Taranaki Regional Council
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Taranaki — An example of the importance of wetlands and the challenges involved in their restoration and enhancement will be on public show to mark World Wetlands Day on Sunday (3 February).
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Taranaki Regional Council
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New Plymouth — Lake Rotomanu relies on its grass carp to stay healthy – so if you catch one of the fish, please put it back.
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New Plymouth District Council
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New Plymouth — The newest member of the cotton-top tamarin family now has a name thanks to a Facebook poll run by Brooklands Zoo.
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Taranaki — Taranaki’s native plants and animals were the winners today (Friday 27 July) as the region’s key biodiversity champions signed a ground-breaking agreement to work together for the common good.
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New Plymouth — An iconic tree alongside Pukekura Raceway is in danger of falling apart – so the Council is taking action.
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Taranaki — Got a planting project in mind for winter 2013? You may qualify for funding assistance from the Taranaki Tree Trust – and now is the time to apply.
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New Plymouth — An eel beaten to death in Huatoki Plaza has prompted a reminder that all animals within Council-administered areas are protected and should be left alone.
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Taranaki — Preliminary DNA test results released by the University of Auckland have shown that the dolphin recovered from a Taranaki beach last week had DNA characteristics more consistent with Hector’s dolphin, rather than Maui’s dolphin.
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Taranaki — The preliminary pathology report on the dead Hector’s/Maui’s dolphin recovered from a Taranaki beach last week has indicated that the animal died of natural causes.
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Taranaki — The ins and out of planting native trees for ecosystem restoration will be explained at a free public workshop at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, on Sunday (6 May).
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New Plymouth — A tiny new monkey has caught the eye of visitors at Brooklands Zoo.
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Taranaki — Landowners with planting projects planned for winter may be eligible for assistance from the Taranaki Tree Trust – but they need to act now to secure funding.
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Taranaki — Time is running out for those wanting to seek Taranaki Tree Trust assistance with planting projects.
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New Plymouth — Brooklands Zoo has a new addition to its capuchin monkey population.
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Taranaki — A popular inhabitant at Brooklands Zoo has been put down today after a short illness.
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New Plymouth — The enclosure of Brooklands Zoo’s cotton-top tamarin monkeys is getting a redesign.
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New Plymouth — High-profile Brooklands Zoo resident Mungo the red panda has passed away.
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New Plymouth — Cats are soon to be removed from around Brooklands Zoo and Bell Block Beach to help nearby wildlife.
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Taranaki — Tomorrow (Tuesday) a coastal wetland will get a helping hand from students at Ahititi School.
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New Plymouth — One of the oldest capuchin monkeys in Australasia is turning 44 on Thursday (10 June) at Brooklands Zoo.
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Taranaki — Initial results indicate possum numbers in Egmont National Park have plummeted after last month’s successful 1080 operation – providing a precious lifeline for local forests and vulnerable bird species in the park.
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