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Far North District Council is working with Te Hāpua community members to resolve concerns about new variable speed limit signs installed outside the local school.
More than 2300 survey responses were received from residents, organisations, and iwi and hapū across all four Northland councils in May and June, reflecting the strong interest Northland communities have in the future of local government in our region.
This is a joint news story from all four Northland councils.
The new dog registration year starts today (Wednesday 1 July), with Far North dog owners encouraged to register early to get the cheapest rates and go in the draw to win one of 10 prize packs.
Are you planning to build? Perhaps you’re applying for a building or resource consent? As of today (1 July), the council's Utu Whakawhanake Development Contributions Policy 2025 comes into effect. This introduces development contributions (DCs) for the first time since 2015.
Community members from across Hokianga, Whangapē, Herekino, Waimamaku and surrounding areas are being asked to join panels to plan for climate change.
He aituā, he aituā. Kua hinga he tōtara nui i te waoku a Tāne. He maimai aroha mō Pāpā Max Cochrane. Far North District Council acknowledges the passing of Max Cochrane, affectionately known to many as Pāpā Max or Uncle Max.
Far North District Council has today (30 June 2026) notified its decisions on submissions to the Proposed District Plan. This is a significant step in amending the District Plan to better manage growth, protect the environment, and support resilient communities.
A major project to repair a slip that has reduced the main road into Rāwene to one lane since February is being finalised with work likely to begin within four to six weeks.