Northland councils welcome Kaipara to regional reform process Published on 28 May 2026 Kaipara District Council will join the Local Government Reform Elected Member Steering Group, confirming its participation in a regional response to local government reforms. Category: , Media release
Temporary closure of freedom camping site at A H Reed Memorial Park Published on 25 May 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
Bach Cafe – Renewal of On Licence Published on 22 May 2026 Bach Cafe (79 Bream Bay Drive, Ruakākā, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Monday 29 June 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Northland Waters incorporated as establishment confirmed Published on 22 May 2026 District councillors from Far North, Whangārei and Kaipara have approved key governance and transfer agreements, marking a significant milestone as the Northland Waters establishment programme moves into its next phase. Category: , Media release, Water restrictions and supply
Oregano Restaurant and Bar – Renewal of On Licence Published on 20 May 2026 Oregano Restaurant and Bar (Unit 5, 30 Rauiri Drive, One Tree Point, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Thursday 25 June 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
The Quay – Renewal of On Licence Published on 20 May 2026 The Quay (31 Quayside, Town Basin, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Thursday 25 June 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Tohunga Tūmau provides opportunity for local culinary students Published on 20 May 2026 Aspiring young chefs are getting the chance to learn from the best as Whangārei gears up to host Tohunga Tūmau, an annual event celebrating the best in Māori cuisine. Category: , Arts and culture, Events and activities
Mayor's column – Shaping reform the Northland way Published on 18 May 2026 Northland has always had a strong sense of self-determination. Being masters of our own destiny reflects the reality that decisions in this region are shaped by distance, dispersed communities and complex geography. Category: , Mayors column
Fat Camel Cafe – Renewal of On Licence Published on 18 May 2026 Fat Camel Cafe (10-12 Quality Street, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Tuesday 23 June 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice
Helena Bay Lodge – Renewal of On Licence Published on 15 May 2026 Helena Bay Lodge (1948 Russell Road, Helena Bay, Whangārei) has made an application for the renewal of an on licence. Objection period closes on Monday 22 June 2026. Category: , Alcohol notice, Public notice