You told us what you think the future of Kerikeri and Waipapa should look like through Te Pātukurea, the Kerikeri Waipapa Spatial Plan. Now we need your help to decide how to make that vision a reality.

Te Amo Pūtoro, the unique māra hūpara at the Kerikeri Sports Complex, has been named a finalist in the 2026 Parks Awards held by Recreation Aotearoa. The nomination, in the Community Park of the Year category, recognises this innovative space for its strong community benefit, meaningful partnerships, and connections to local culture.

Kaipara District Council will join the Local Government Reform Elected Member Steering Group, confirming its participation in a regional response to local government reforms.

Public toilets at Marino Place in Kaikohe have reopened, featuring new fixtures designed to minimise the sort of damage that forced the facility’s closure in January.