Painstaking planning is allowing crews to construct a new section of the Pukenui Coastal Walkway, while preserving areas of cultural and environmental significance.

Reserving a room or community space at three of Far North District Council’s libraries is now just a few clicks away thanks to a new online booking system.

Lego, giant games, sports equipment, craft equipment and much more will now give tamariki and rangatahi even more options for active play and social connection across the district, thanks to receiving nearly $10,000 of Play Week 2026 funding.

Hundreds of locals, visitors, school groups and dignitaries are expected to descend on Kaikohe on Monday 9 November for the official opening of the new library and civic hub.

A new face at Far North District Council is taking a pawsitive approach, with plans to visit every school in the district to teach young people how to stay safe around dogs.