Temporary closure of freedom camping site at A H Reed Memorial Park Published on 31 August 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
Mangakahia Sports Complex carpark upgrade update Published on 26 August 2026 The carpark upgrade project was tracking well through winter, however a recent inspection uncovered some unexpected drainage issues, which has led to the need for more testing and a seasonal delay in the seal programme. Category: , Facilities, Projects
Council appoints QV as new rating valuation services provider Published on 26 August 2026 From 1 September 2026, we will transition to Quotable Value (QV) as our provider of rating valuation services, replacing our current provider, Opteon. Category: , Announcements
Chief Executive Simon Weston to depart Whangarei District Council Published on 19 August 2026 Whangarei District Council Chief Executive Simon Weston has announced he has decided to leave the organisation following an outstanding 30 years of service to Council and the community. Category: , Announcements
Public Notice: Sale of Abandoned Vehicle Published on 19 August 2026 We give notice of our intention to sell the following vehicle found abandoned: 2016 Kia Sportage station wagon. Colour: Silver. VIN Number: KNAPN81CSG7079996. This vehicle will be sold or disposed of on or after Thursday 3 September 2026. Category: , Public notice
Kai Toi – Renewal of On Licence Published on 18 August 2026 Kai Toi (197 Dent Street, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
New dog stops make quick visits easier for owners Published on 12 August 2026 Dog owners visiting some Council facilities now have a safe, convenient place to leave their furry friends while they duck inside for a quick visit. Category: , Facilities
Mayor's column – Region of many firsts Published on 10 August 2026 Last week, the Head Start Proposal for local government reform in Northland was submitted. We are following a pathway prescribed by Central Government. Category: , Mayors column
Councils submit proposal for Northland's local government future Published on 07 August 2026 An outline proposal for the future of Northland's local government has been submitted to the Government. Whangarei District Council and Far North District Council agreed to submit it at meetings this week, with Northland Regional Council also endorsing it. Category: , Media release
Small steps: Older adults gather to build resilience and preparedness Published on 04 August 2026 The Small Steps Towards Building Resilience workshop brought together 27 older adults for a practical conversation about preparedness, resilience and connection. Category: , Community, Emergency management