Kaipara District Council has unanimously adopted its Annual Plan for 2025/2026, with an average rates rise of 8.3% after growth.

A new targeted rate will be collected to support three of the district’s museums.

If you pay your council bills online, things will look a little different, don’t worry - it’s all part of the upgrade.

Elected members have agreed to undertake further community consultation regarding a potential move to base its general rates on capital value.