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Locals and visitors to Far North beaches are asked to be on the lookout for a foreign plant that's hostile to almost everything.

The long-term future of Kaitāia’s airport was secured today (13 December) with the signing of a Crown transfer of land to iwi and hapū, confirmation of a 35-year lease of the airport and the release a multi-million-dollar funding package for vital maintenance and upgrades.

A formal agreement between Ngāti Rēhia and Far North District Council (FNDC) has been hailed as a significant step towards working collaboratively and strengthening the partnership between both parties.

Level 2 water restrictions are being applied to households in Kawakawa-Moerewa, Ōmanaia-Rāwene and Ōpononi-Ōmāpere from Monday 16 December.

Far North District Council will be running reduced services over the Christmas and New Year period, with most reopening on Monday 6 January 2025.

Despite this week’s rain and more predicted next week, indications are that the Far North could be in for a hot, dry summer requiring residents and visitors to conserve precious water supplies.

How can you contribute to the planning around the Far North's fastest-growing town?

Paihia Library has opened its Christmas chapter thanks to the efforts of the Friends of Williams House volunteers.

Community feedback is wanted to help shape the future of Simson Park in Moerewa.

Consultation on a concept plan for the domain is now open and will run until Sunday, 22 December 2023.