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Honouring our heroes: A reflection on Anzac Day

Published on 21 April 2025

I encourage everyone to participate in Anzac Day ceremonies and take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made by our soldiers. This is a time to come together as a community, united in remembrance and gratitude. Lest we forget.

It’s Annual Plan time: Help shape the future of Whangārei

Published on 07 April 2025

We want your feedback on some structural changes within the rating systems, along with how you would like us to structure the water and wastewater services we offer. Have your say in shaping Whangārei’s future.

Food, culture and diversity – all results of positive growth

Published on 24 March 2025

As Mayor of Whangārei, I am proud to reflect on the hugely successful events that have happened in Whangārei, just like Taste Whangārei. This event is more than a celebration of unique cultural foods and performances; it is a recognition of the diversity of cultures that make our District so special.

‘Moving the dial’ with the way we talk about Whangārei

Published on 10 March 2025

There’s been a lot of interest in Whangārei lately as our District keeps growing in popularity, both as a tourism destination for local and overseas travellers, as well those looking for a better work-life balance within New Zealand.

The future of car parking in Whangārei District

Published on 24 February 2025

Whangarei District Council has been grappling with the number and placement of carparks for years. Each time we remove parking spaces to allow for increased traffic flow, we must balance this with maintaining accessibility for residents and local business owners.

Generations of progress

Published on 07 February 2025

When we work together as a region, we can achieve far more than we could individually. We attract more investment, create more jobs, improve infrastructure, education and healthcare, and build a more resilient economy.

Roads: Signed, sealed and delivered

Published on 27 January 2025

Council has recently received several questions as to why there is so much roadworks going on. Especially when roads like Ngunguru Ford Road and Bank Street get resealed, when they look perfectly OK. These are fair questions, so let's see if we can answer them here.

Buon anno and welcome to 2025!

Published on 13 January 2025

We’re well into the swing of things here at Council and 2025 is already shaping up to be a very busy year.

Looking back over a full year – and ahead at what’s to come!

Published on 23 December 2024

As the year draws to a close, it’s time to look back at the highlights of 2024, to celebrate how far we’ve come and to look ahead to what 2025 holds in store.

Parking in Whangārei

Published on 09 December 2024

As our schools shut for the summer holidays and Christmas shopping steps up, parking becomes an even hotter topic than usual. One of Council’s goals is to support economic prosperity. For retailers, that means ensuring a constant flow of customers through their doors, both coming and going.

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