News stories

Northland’s four councils are working hand in hand to present a shared vision for the future of the region to central government.

One of two roads leading to Waitangi Treaty Grounds is now safer for locals and visitors thanks to major improvements.

Waitangi is set to welcome thousands of visitors tomorrow, Friday 6 February, as people from across the country come together to mark Waitangi Day.

Tickets for the 2026 State of the Far North - Te Taumata o Te Hiku o te Ika are now available, with invitations issued today (Tuesday 3 February) to leaders across Te Ao Māori, business, politics. There is also an open invitation to the wider community to secure their tickets (via a link below) as part of Far North District Council’s annual district-wide engagement programme.

UPDATE - this work has been delayed. The road will remain open.

A section of Allen Bell Drive in Kaitāia will be temporarily closed to traffic on between 9am and 3pm tomorrow (Wednesday 4 February) while road resurfacing work is carried out.

Ten lucky dog owners are taking the lead as winners of this year’s Far North District Council dog registration promotion.

Check out the info about parking and shuttle buses to get to Waitangi events this week.

An act of senseless vandalism has forced the closure of the public toilets next to Kaikohe Library in Marino Place while Far North District Council staff assess the extent of the damage.

Work to remove a stand of redwood trees in Kerikeri that pose an ‘unacceptable risk’ to life and property is due to begin next week.