Repeated faults at the Blue Dolphin sewage pump station are prompting a reminder for people connected to the Ōpononi wastewater network to flush only three Ps - pee, poo and toilet paper.

Community groups planning Christmas parades and festive events across the Far North are being encouraged to start planning early, with road safety, venue bookings, funding and other approvals all potentially needing to be arranged well in advance of the big day.

Kaikohe will welcome around 60 rangatahi from secondary schools across New Zealand, along with hundreds of supporters for the four-day 2026 National Ngā Manu Kōrero speech competition.

Pou Herenga Tai – Twin Coast Cycle Trail is gearing up for a $3 million upgrade, with new investment set to put more pedal power behind the popular Northland trail.

Public toilets at Tii Beach in Paihia and nearby Te Haumi have been temporarily closed after copper pipes were stolen overnight on Tuesday.