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The Turner Centre is inviting the community to help shape its next chapter as it adopts the name Toiwaka Turner Centre, with people across the Far North encouraged to contribute to a new visual identity inspired by the people, cultures and creativity that make the venue what it is today.

The council has adopted a small number of procedural amendments to its Utu Whakawhanake – Development Contributions Policy following public feedback.

Fluoridation of the Kerikeri and Kaitāia council water supplies will begin from Friday 31 July 2026, fulfilling a direction from the Director-General of Health under the Health (Fluoridation of Drinking Water) Amendment Act 2021.

Senseless act of destruction dismays local community.

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.

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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.