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Motu Wheteke blessing marks reopening of quarry for Pouto Road sealing project
- February 09, 2021
Earlier this month Rīpia Marae representatives blessed the site of Motu Wheteke, ahead of physical works starting at the quarry. Kaipara District Council contractors are preparing to reopen the site, primarily for the Provincial Development Unit-supported Pouto Road sealing project.
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- January 27, 2021
Since our last update, the Kaipara Kai Hub team has been busy managing crop trials, engaging with local growers looking at crop diversification, and supporting the kick-off of local projects. The trial site at Te Roroa’s Kai Iwi farm is looking lush.
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- November 24, 2020
The weather turned out and so did the people. The Marine Hall was buzzing recently during a commmunity open day for the proposed Pouto wharf.
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KickStart Water demonstration sites approved by Kaipara District Council
- November 18, 2020
Two proposed demonstration sites for the Kaipara Water project have been given the green light from Council, which will serve as real-life working examples of the best ways to irrigate high value horticultural crops.
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- November 04, 2020
Find out more about the new Pouto wharf at our upcoming community open day.
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Kaipara District Council announces second stage of Pouto Road upgrade
- September 09, 2020
Approval from the Provincial Growth Fund and the release of $2.8 million means Kaipara District Council can progress with sealing the second section of Pouto Road (Phase 2).
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- August 13, 2020
Construction work for the new Dargaville pontoon is set to begin next month. The work is part of Kaipara KickStart, an umbrella programme led by Kaipara District Council and funded by the Provincial Growth Fund, to grow the district’s economy and increase community wellbeing.
Read moreFree online talk on current and future crop suitability in the Kaipara District
- June 25, 2020
An online talk with NIWA, Plant & Food Research, and Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research will present valuable climate and soil research for the district’s landowners.
Read moreKaipara District Council Announces Final Wharves Feasibility Study and Programme Business Case Approval
- May 29, 2020
Approval from MBIE on the Kaipara Water Transport Network and Wharves Feasibility Study and Programme Business Case means the Council can embark on the next stage of the project.
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- May 18, 2020
An online talk hosted by the Kaipara District Council will present valuable opportunities for the district’s landowners, and other businesses related to the horticulture industry.
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