Split Bar and Restaurant – Renewal of On Licence Published on 10 April 2026 Split Bar and Restaurant (15A Rathbone Street, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Monday 18 May 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Ezumi – Renewal of On Licence Published on 09 April 2026 Ezumi (77-79 Bank Street, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Friday 15 May 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Waters update - Ōakura Published on 09 April 2026 We are clearing damaged stormwater culverts under Ōakura Road, with pipe replacement planned before late April, along with regular outlet clearing. We are also investigating upgrades to the wastewater network and increasing overflow monitoring to reduce risks. Category: , Emergency management
Councils commit in principle to establishing regional water CCO Published on 07 April 2026 Whangarei, Kaipara and Far North district councils have reaffirmed their shared commitment to establishing a Northland-wide council-controlled organisation (CCO) to deliver drinking water and wastewater services for the region from July 2027. Category: , Media release, Water restrictions and supply
Mayor's column – Building opportunity in Northland’s future Published on 07 April 2026 The Government’s commitment to recapitalise NorthTec is a clear signal of confidence in our region and in the potential of our people. It is a practical step toward a bigger goal for Northland, creating real pathways, stronger skills and long-term opportunity for the next generation. Category: , Facilities, Mayors column
Mayoral Inner City Taskforce established Published on 01 April 2026 A Mayoral Inner City Taskforce has been established by Council to bring together key agencies, community partners and business leaders to support a city centre that is safe and thriving socially, economically and aesthetically. Category: , Business and economy, Community
Mayor welcomes Government investment in vision for Northland learners Published on 31 March 2026 Mayor Ken Couper has welcomed today’s Government announcement confirming new funding that will support NorthTec’s proposed relocation into the Whangārei Knowledge, Education and Arts (KEA) Hub. Category: , Business and economy, Facilities, Media release
Welcome 'Sail' restored Published on 31 March 2026 We’re happy to see the ‘Sail’ sculpture back in its proper place, at the entrance to Whangārei city. Category: , Improvement works, Projects
Central Brown Associated Football Club – New Club Licence Published on 26 March 2026 Central Brown Associated Football Club (296 Otaika Road, Raumanga, Whangārei) has made an application for the issue of a club licence. Objection period closes on Tuesday 5 May 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Woolworths Tikipunga – Renewal of Off Licence Published on 23 March 2026 Woolworths Tikipunga (corner of Paramount Parade and Wanaka Street, Tikipunga, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an off licence. Objection period closes on Thursday 30 April 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice