A recent industry gathering in Auckland was especially significant for Far North District Council’s Manager – Quality, Katie Waiti-Dennis.

New waste disposal charges at Far North District Council transfer stations will come into effect from 1 August, following council approval of updated Fees and Charges on 25 June.

Last month, 12 Northland students set sail aboard the R. Tucker Thompson as part of the annual Far North Leadership Voyage, returning home with new friendships, greater confidence and valuable leadership skills.

People packed the Far North District Council chambers on Tuesday (7 July) to honour unsung heroes in our communities.

Far North communities are invited to be part of Plastic Free July – a global movement encouraging people to reduce single-use plastics through simple, everyday choices.

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

A steering group of elected members from across all four Northland councils has recommended a preferred option for a new local government structure in the region – a staged transition beginning with two unitary authorities, moving to a single Northland-wide unitary authority over time.

Meticulous planning is now complete for a five-month project to upgrade stormwater pipes in central Kaitāia, with work beginning on 9 July.