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Stalwarts and youngsters celebrate Pōhutukawa Coast in Raumanga

Published on 11 June 2025

Tauroa Street, opposite Bunnings, is the latest place to benefit from Whangārei’s 34-year-old Pōhutukawa Coast Programme. Volunteers from the community and Manaia View School planted a variety of native plants there to celebrate a significant milestone.

Tagged as: , Community, Events and activities

Parua Bay village speed limit to be reversed

Published on 04 June 2025

In Parua Bay village, the speed limit of 30km/h on Whangarei Heads Road will be reversed to the previous speed limit of 50km/h, with a variable 30km/h during school start and finish times. Similarly, the speed limit on the first 100m of Lamb Road from Whangārei Heads Road will be reversed from 30km/h to 50km/h.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Community

Free native plants

Published on 28 May 2025

Whangārei’s favourite giveaway is back with free native plants for local residents on Friday 20 June 2025. This year, our Pōhutukawa Coast Programme will be giving away the 100,000th plant and someone will win a prize to celebrate the milestone!

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Puanga Matariki Festival 2025 is here!

Published on 28 May 2025

From 27 May to 24 June 2025, everyone in the District has a chance to celebrate Puanga Matariki, the Māori New Year, at dozens of events, many free.

Tagged as: , Arts and culture, Community, Events and activities

Be kind – donate a blanket

Published on 28 May 2025

The Pound Pooch team at our District’s animal shelter are keen to receive donations of clean bedding (old blankets, quilts or towels) to keep dogs warm this winter.

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