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Find out where you can take dogs, including on-leash walks, off-leash areas and beaches.

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Check sports field closures for the Whangārei District using our online map.

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Explore our local parks and reserves to find a BBQ spot, stretch your legs or have fun with family.

Forum North

Explore events or hire Forum North - Whangārei’s premier venue for arts and entertainment.

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News and notices

Community invited to have their say on potential property transfers

Published on 07 October 2026

We are inviting the community to have its say on which additional Council-owned properties should be considered for transfer to Whangarei District Holdings Limited (WDHL).

Expressions of interest open now for community groups

Published on 07 October 2026

Community groups wanting to make a lasting difference and needing some support to get there are invited to apply for the next round of our Community Impact Partnerships programme. Expressions of interest are open now and close on Sunday 18 October 2026.

Colour, creativity and savings!

Published on 07 October 2026

Our latest Art on Boxes artworks have just been installed, transforming plain traffic-signal cabinets into bright pieces of public art inspired by our people, places and environment.
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What's on

Social Midweek Tennis

07 October 2026

Enjoy friendly social tennis with mixed doubles tailored to all abilities. Stay active, meet new people and take in stunning views from Whangārei’s scenic courts.

Whangārei Croquet Have a Go Day

07 October 2026

Discover croquet at this free Have a Go Day. Enjoy gentle exercise, good company and a welcoming outdoor environment at Whangārei Croquet Club.

Vision Board Your Retirement Dreams at the Art & Craft Maker Space

07 October 2026

Get creative and explore your retirement dreams through a relaxed vision-boarding activity. Drop in, create a visual plan for the future and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience.
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Have your say

Transfer of additional Council-owned properties to WDHL

Submissions close at 4:00pm on Friday 6 November 2026.

We are seeking feedback on whether we should consider the transfer of additional categories of Council-owned properties to Whangarei District Holdings Limited (WDHL), a Council-controlled organisation that is 100% owned by Council. Submissions close at 4:00pm on Friday 6 November 2026.
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Silver Festival 2026

See all of the events on offer for this year's Silver Festival from 1 to 14 October 2026.

School holiday programmes and activities

Check out our list of school holiday programmes and activities from around the Whangārei District.

Christmas Festival event registrations open now!

Register events for the Christmas Festival (28 November to 25 December) by Sunday 11 October 2026.

Community Impact Partnerships programme

Expressions of interest are open now and will close on Sunday 18 October 2026.

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