Show Notes
Episode 12 of Tasman Report brings together key updates, policy discussions, and stories from across the Tasman District.
Plan Change 81 – Urban Development and Change 1 to the Tasman Regional Policy Statement submissions close Monday 3 August 2026. Team Leader Urban and Rural Policy Jeremy Butler talks about the benefits of the plan, what it means for growth in Tasman, and how to make a submission.
Urban Growth Plan Change 81 https://shape.tasman.govt.nz/urban-growth-PC81
We discuss with Community Policy Advisor Cat Budai the proposed Community Occupancy Policy, which covers community group use on Council-owned land or in buildings. Feedback is now open on Shape Tasman thru to Sunday 9 August 2026.
Community Occupancy Policy | Shape Tasman https://shape.tasman.govt.nz/community-occupancy-policy
Find out about the new initiative for dog owners and best friends. Lifetime dog registration tags are being introduced and are designed to reduce waste and make it easier to reunite lost pets with their owners.
We then head “Up the Lake” with author Annette Walker, who shares the story behind her book on Lake Rotoiti. Drawing on a remarkable international career and a deep connection to the area, Annette reflects on the people, history, and landscape that inspired her work.
Finally, a reminder for residents with backyard birds to take precautions against bird flu.
If you see three or more sick or dead wild birds together, report them to the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) by calling 0800 80 99 66 or reporting them online. Avoid touching or handling sick or dead birds.
For practical advice, including a short video on protecting your flock, visit the MPI website www.mpi.govt.nz and search "bird flu and backyard birds."
More from Tasman Report
In this episode of Tasman Report, John Bullock explores two stories connected by the region’s relationship with water.
Plan Change 81 on urban growth is now open for submissions. Jeremy Butler from the Urban and Rural Policy Team explains what the plan aims to achieve and how you can have your say: https://shape.tasman.govt.nz/urban-growth-PC81/council-agrees-notify-urban-growth-plan-changes
How far can a spatial plan take us? In this episode, we explore the potential and real-world impact of spatial planning. We visit the Moutere and the Old House Road Weir, take a closer look at the work of Mohua 2042 in Golden Bay, and discuss how Tasman can position itself in relation to international data on disaster preparedness.