Far North District Council decided today to join Whangarei and Kaipara district councils in setting up an organisation to deliver drinking water and wastewater services across Northland.

Following the Government’s announcement about its plan (Head Start pathway) to change how councils work in New Zealand, you might be wondering what this means for people in the Far North.

The council is seeking feedback on proposed minor changes to its Utu Whakawhanake Development Contributions Policy 2025 ahead of the policy taking effect in July.

Kaitāia Airport has officially reopened following the successful completion of a runway reseal, with the first flight landing just hours after work wrapped up.

Road users travelling through Kohukohu are being advised to allow extra travel time as seawall construction and rehabilitation works start from today (Thursday 14 May) near the Hokianga ferry terminal.

Coastal communities in Whangārei Heads and Doubtless Bay are invited to join the conversation about the coastal issues facing them in two free public events to be held this month.

Most Far North property owners should now have received updated property valuation notices from Quotable Value (QV) Limited which were posted last week following a district-wide revaluation made on behalf of Far North District Council.

Two public toilet blocks at Waipapa are getting an upgrade. The facilities at Klinac Lane and Waipapa Landing are closed while the long-term work takes place.