Mayor's column – A road that must connect more than places Published on 20 April 2026 The future connectivity of Northland is tied to one critical piece of infrastructure: a safe, reliable, four-lane highway between Warkworth and Te Hana. Category: , Business and economy, 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
Mayor's column – Building Northland's momentum together Published on 24 February 2026 Northland is standing on the cusp of real change. For the first time in many years, the pieces are aligning in a way that reflects a simple principle – Northland solutions should be driven by Northlanders. Category: , Business and economy, Mayors column
Mayor's column – A new term Published on 09 December 2025 With the formalities behind Whangārei District’s newly elected Council, the real work begins. Elected members are stepping into their roles and are focused on delivering the outcomes voters expect. Category: , Business and economy, Mayors column