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
Semenoff Stadium roof replacement Published on 04 August 2026 Semenoff Stadium’s ageing roof is to be replaced, ensuring the venue remains fit for purpose and capable of hosting high-quality events year-round, long into the future. Category: , Facilities, Projects
Council supports Head Start Proposal for Northland reform Published on 03 August 2026 Whangarei District Council has unanimously voted to support the Northland Head Start Outline Proposal, a key milestone in advancing discussions on the future of local government across the region. Category: , Elected council
Temporary closure of freedom camping site at A H Reed Memorial Park Published on 03 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
Councils to decide whether Northland's proposal moves forward Published on 30 July 2026 The Northland Elected Member Steering Group met this week and agreed to recommend a proposal for the future of local government in the region to Whangarei District Council, Far North District Council and Northland Regional Council. Category: , Elected council
The Anchorage – Renewal of On Licence Published on 29 July 2026 The Anchorage (80 Rauiri Drive, Marsden Cove, One Tree Point, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Wednesday 2 September 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Mayor's column – Building on solid foundations Published on 27 July 2026 Last week brought news of real significance to Northland and Whangārei. The Government has confirmed up to $60 million in support to keep Golden Bay Cement operating at Portland. Category: , Business and economy, Mayors column