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Northlanders have their say on the future of local government

Published on 03 July 2026

More than 2,300 survey responses were received from residents, organisations, and iwi and hapū across all four Northland councils in May and June, reflecting the strong interest Northland communities have in the future of local government in our region.

Category: , Consultations and engagements

Refresh to bring new life to Civic Arcade tunnel

Published on 01 July 2026

The tunnel connecting the Forum North carpark to the Civic Arcade is set for a refresh to improve and revitalise this well-used public space leading through to Bank Street.

Category: , Improvement works, Projects

Building belonging in Whangārei

Published on 29 June 2026

Three Welcoming Communities initiatives highlight how Whangārei is fostering belonging, understanding and inclusion for migrant communities.

Category: , Community, Events and activities

Council confirms 5% rates increase and establishes storm damage fund

Published on 26 June 2026

Council has confirmed a 5% general rates increase for the year ahead, along with an additional $50 increase to the Uniform Annual General Charge to fund a new storm damage reserve.

Category: , Announcements, Plans, strategies, bylaws and reports

Update on A H Reed Memorial Park closure and kauri dieback response

Published on 24 June 2026

Work to protect A H Reed Memorial Park is ongoing following the confirmation of kauri dieback. We are working in partnership with local hapū and Northland Regional Council to decide on the next steps.

Category: , Announcements

New Accessibility Advisory Group off to a strong start

Published on 24 June 2026

Earlier this year, we welcomed 10 new members to the Accessibility Advisory Group. Since then, the group has settled in well, meeting every two months and already making a valuable contribution to Council’s work.

Category: , Community

Agreement signed with local musicians

Published on 24 June 2026

We’re excited to celebrate the first partnership agreement signed through our Community Impact Partnerships programme.

Category: , Arts and culture, Community

Rose Street Bus Hub recognised with top architecture award

Published on 22 June 2026

Our Rose Street Bus Hub has taken top honours in the Public Architecture category at the 2026 Auckland Architecture Awards.

Category: , Facilities, Projects

Temporary closure of freedom camping site at A H Reed Memorial Park

Published on 22 June 2026

Under clause 12.1 of the Camping in Public Places Bylaw, Whangarei District Council advises that freedom camping at the designated site at AH Reed Memorial Park is temporarily prohibited following the detection of kauri dieback disease within the park.

Category: , Public notice

Springs Flat project reaches halfway milestone

Published on 18 June 2026

The Springs Flat roundabout project has reached a major milestone, with traffic set to shift to the eastern side of State Highway 1 at Te Kamo in the early hours of Friday 19 June 2026.

Category: , Improvement works, Projects

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News and notices

Northlanders have their say on the future of local government

Refresh to bring new life to Civic Arcade tunnel

Building belonging in Whangārei

Council confirms 5% rates increase and establishes storm damage fund

Update on A H Reed Memorial Park closure and kauri dieback response

New Accessibility Advisory Group off to a strong start

Agreement signed with local musicians

Rose Street Bus Hub recognised with top architecture award

Temporary closure of freedom camping site at A H Reed Memorial Park

Springs Flat project reaches halfway milestone

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