Tasman Report

Episode 14

Tasman Report

Show Notes

In this episode of Tasman Report, John Bullock explores two stories connected by the region’s relationship with water.

Richard Kirby, Tasman District Council’s Group Manager for Three Waters, discusses the changes affecting water services and what Local Water Done Well means for Tasman.

We have details about the Legends of Mohua Aorere exhibition at Richmond Library. The exhibition tells the story of ports and coastal shipping from the mid-1800s to the mid-1900s.

The episode concludes with a recording of the Merchant Navy Day commemoration address given at the ANZAC Park War Memorial on 29 August 2026, by retired Royal New Zealand Navy Commander Peter Cozens.

Tasman Report is produced by Tasman District Council

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