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We could be heroes: Kiwibank recognises 17 Taranaki legends

Nine local legends recognised for their efforts in the New Plymouth community

A teacher and a restaurateur are among a group of local legends who have been recognised for the efforts in the community.

No more money to 'finish' $2.56m clean-up job at New Plymouth's Pukekura Park

Often described as the jewel in New Plymouth's crown a two year $2.56 million clean-up job on Pukekura Park's lakes hasn’t left them shining as brightly as their champions hoped.

Watchdog fears for ancient New Plymouth trees

Friends of Pukekura Park Friends of Pukekura Park president Adrienne Tatham approaches a puriri tree in Brookland Park believed to be 2000 years old. Photo: Supplied / Friends of Pukekura Park This story was originally published on RNZ.co.nz and is republished with permission A watchdog group says New Plymouth s Brooklands and Pukekura parks are paying a heavy price for their popularity and it is calling for boardwalks to protect ancient pukatea trees in the reserve. The Friends of Pukekura Park say the roots of the swamp-dwelling pukatea - which need to be aerated - are being trampled under the feet of the thousands of visitors to the park, which includes the famous concert venue - the Bowl of Brooklands.