A café planned for Kaikohe's new community hub will provide more than a place to grab a coffee – local learners will also gain hands-on hospitality experience as part of a new training opportunity.

Far North Holdings has delivered a total dividend of $5 million to Far North District Council for the financial year ended 30 June 2026. This was made up of a $1.6 million dividend paid in February and a further dividend of $3.4 million paid in June.

Far North District Council (FNDC) has awarded its new Core Roading Professional Services contract to WSP New Zealand Ltd, commencing 1 June 2026. The contract establishes a long-term partnership to support the planning, management, delivery and oversight of the district’s roading network.

A major slip remediation project on Waikare Road in Karetu has been completed, delivering a safer, stronger and more resilient road connection for the local community.

Far North District Council acknowledges the passing of Robert (Blue) Lionel Newport, a respected Ōkaihau community member whose lifelong service made a lasting contribution to the Far North.