Far North District Council contractors will carry out vegetation maintenance along sections of the Heritage Bypass in Kerikeri next week, from Tuesday 28 July to Friday 31 July 2026 (weather permitting) to improve visibility, safety and the long-term management of roadside vegetation.

Thousands of players, whānau and supporters travelled to the Far North earlier this month as Te Puāwaitanga Sports Hub hosted the 2026 Aotearoa NZ Māori Rugby League (ANZMRL) Teina Tama Tournament for the first time. The event highlighted the district's growing ability to host large sporting events while providing a welcome boost for local businesses during winter.

A new playground at Kaikohe Plunket officially opened earlier this month, providing a safe and welcoming place for local tamariki under 5 to play, learn and thrive.

Far North tamariki are learning how to stay safe around dogs through a new school education programme delivered by Far North District Council's Animal Management Officers.

Far North District Council has completed its annual programme to replenish soft fall surfaces at playgrounds across the district, helping ensure play areas remain safe and enjoyable for children and families.

This is a joint media release from the four Northland councils.

Northland's four councils last week took another significant step in the region’s local government reorganisation, each considering the Elected Member Steering Group's recommendation for a staged transition to a single Northland-wide unitary authority.