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Renew your dog registration by 31 July 2026 to get the early bird discount and avoid a penalty fee.

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News and notices

MPI invites feedback on two mātaitai reserve applications

Published on 24 July 2026

The Ministry of Primary Industries is inviting feedback on two mātaitai reserve applications at Whangārei Harbour and Bream Bay, Northland.

Kids call the shots on playground fun

Published on 22 July 2026

When it comes to playgrounds, we know the real experts are the children who use them every day. That’s why, when playground equipment is due for renewal, we work with local schools to help choose the new gear.

Northland councils complete first round of Head Start decisions

Published on 21 July 2026

Last week, Northland's four councils took another significant step in the region’s local government reorganisation, each considering the Elected Member Steering Group's recommendation for a staged transition to a single Northland-wide unitary authority.

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What's on

Hayley Sproull – Sproull on the Prowl

01 August 2026

Hayley Sproull returns with a hilarious night of outrageous stories, questionable choices and off-the-record adventures from a year off the leash.

Beatlemania On Tour

28 October 2026

The sound of a generation, and the music that has influenced every generation since – that’s The Beatles!

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Have your say

Application to move gaming machines

Submissions close at 4:00pm on Friday 14 August 2026

Give us your feedback on an application to relocate 18 gaming machines by Kensington Tavern Limited and Oxford Sports Trust Incorporated. Submissions close at 4:00pm on Friday 14 August 2026.

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