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The council’s “groundbreaking” State of the Far North Address has been named a finalist in the annual Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) SuperLocal Awards to be announced next month.

Far North District Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Te Hiku-based Te Rarawa, the second agreement of this type that the council has signed with iwi.

Work to reverse speed limit changes in the Far North on six connector roads and outside 15 schools began last week with most changes active from Monday 30 June.

Finding out what’s happening on your land or in your neighbourhood just got a whole lot easier. Far North District Council has launched Far North Atlas/Kohinga Mahere, an innovative digital mapping platform that brings property and planning information together in one simple, user-friendly web app.

Far North District Council has adopted Te Pātukurea – Kerikeri Waipapa Spatial Plan, setting a clear, long-term framework for coordinated urban expansion focused on existing centres and supported by infrastructure that is efficient, resilient, and more affordable.

A range of safety improvements to local sports hubs and environmental initiatives were supported with funding approvals by Bay of Islands-Whangaroa and Te Hiku Community Boards at their meetings in June.

Rescue pup Storm is launching the council’s latest dog registration campaign this week with her mum Jody to remind you the best time to register your dog kicks off on Tuesday 1 July.

Upgrades to public access computers, printing services and Wi-Fi networks are coming to libraries across the Far North to bring a more efficient, user-friendly experience to library customers in July.

Do you have what it takes to represent your community? That’s what Far North residents will be asked in October this year when local elections take place across Aotearoa by postal vote.