$80,000 to Far North community events

Nine community events across the Far North's three wards have successfully secured funding from the Events Investment Fund.

A total of $80,000 was available, but the investment fund received a bumper 27 applications seeking a total of $531,949. Te Hiku Ward received $15,000, the Kaikohe-Hokianga Ward received $17,500, and the Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Ward received $47,500.

Event organisers had until 18 August to apply for funding to cover venue or equipment hire, catering, or other costs associated with running an event.

Events to receive funding are:

Te Hiku Ward:

• $7,500 to Aupōuri Rugby Club – Parengarenga Surfcasting Competition
• $7,500 to Doubtless Bay Fishing Competition

  Kaikohe-Hokianga Ward:

• $7,500 to Pawarenga United Marae Sports Day
• $10,000 to Te Mauri o Kaikohekohe

  Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Ward:

• $5,000 to Waitangi Mountain Bike Mahi Tahi 2024
• $7,500 to Kerikeri Half Marathon 2023
• $10,000 to Waitangi ANZAC Day 2024
• $10,000 to Matariki Pewhairangi 2024
• $15,000 to Beach Volleyball Pro Tournament

Unsuccessful events were referred to relevant community boards which considered funding applications during their October meetings.