News stories

A crowd of supporters, school children and the public gathered at Kaikohe Memorial Hall for the pōwhiri of the inaugural meeting of the newly elected ‘mana wāhine’ council this morning (Wednesday 29 October). The historic event was notable for a record eight women being newly elected to the Far North District Council.

A pōwhiri to welcome the new council and community board members elected earlier this month is being held at 10am tomorrow (Wednesday 29 October) at the Kaikohe Memorial Hall.

Find out why He Whakaputanga - The Declaration of Independence, a document signed by Far North iwi and the British still carries significance today.

The construction of 28 homes, consisting of one-bedroom units, in Kaitāia began in June and will enable independent living for up to 56 community members.

Far North District Council’s dust suppression programme for the upcoming summer season hits the road next month.

An emergency load restriction is now in place for Awaroa Road Bridge G09, after a recent inspection revealed serious structural concerns.

Newly elected Ngā Tai o Tokerau Māori Ward Councillor, Chicky Rudkin, has been named Deputy Mayor for the Far North by Kahika Mayor Moko Tepania.

A new stormwater system at Ōmāpere that will reduce foreshore erosion, increase capacity and filter storm sediment before it reaches the Hokianga Harbour has been completed.

Swimmers eager to make the most of spring weather will have to wait another week before taking the plunge at the Kerikeri outdoor pool.