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Interest sought for managing Kai Iwi Lakes Campgrounds
Campgrounds Kai Iwi Lakes Taharoa Domain

Interest sought for managing Kai Iwi Lakes Campgrounds

  • August 02, 2024

Two of Northland’s most iconic campgrounds at Kai Iwi Lakes could be under new management in 2025 if Kaipara District Council’s Request for Expressions of Interest bears fruit.

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Expressions of Interest to be sought for Taharoa Domain campgrounds 
Kai Iwi Lakes Parks

Expressions of Interest to be sought for Taharoa Domain campgrounds 

  • June 04, 2024

Taharoa Domain campgrounds may be under new management this summer after Kaipara District Council Elected Members agreed to seek Expressions of Interest for its operation.  

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Feedback wanted on Mangawhai Community Park Master Plan
Mangawhai Mangawhai Community Plan Parks Planning and Building

Feedback wanted on Mangawhai Community Park Master Plan

  • March 01, 2024

In 2023, we asked the community for feedback on the Master Plan for Mangawhai Community Park. The Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee used that feedback to prepare a draft master plan.

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SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure – detour routes in place
Dargaville Glinks Gully Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaihu Kaiwaka Kellys Bay Mangawhai Matakohe Maungaturoto Pahi Paparoa Ripiro Beach Roads Ruawai Te Kopuru

SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure – detour routes in place

  • February 26, 2024

State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyn Hills is now closed for crucial recovery works. Detour routes through the Kaipara district are open and operating.

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It's Northland Time - campaign to promote Northland
Roads Baylys Beach Dargaville Glinks Gully Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaihu Kaiwaka Kellys Bay Mangawhai Matakohe Maungaturoto Pahi Paparoa Te Kopuru

It's Northland Time - campaign to promote Northland

  • February 22, 2024

A nationwide campaign to promote Northland during the Brynderwyn Hills closure is just kicking off and will run throughout the period of the closure.

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New facilities to meet Pine Beach camper demand
Campgrounds Kai Iwi Lakes Taharoa Domain Wastewater

New facilities to meet Pine Beach camper demand

  • December 15, 2023

New facilities are on the cards for Pine Beach campground at Taharoa Domain. 

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Taking care of Taharoa Domain this summer
Biosecurity Taharoa Domain

Taking care of Taharoa Domain this summer

  • December 14, 2023

It’s the busiest time of the year for Taharoa Domain – Kai Iwi Lakes, and we need you to help us look after this beautiful gem. 

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Freedom campers welcome at Glinks Gully and Kellys Bay
Campgrounds Glinks Gully Kellys Bay Parks

Freedom campers welcome at Glinks Gully and Kellys Bay

  • December 12, 2023

Glinks Gully and Kellys Bay recreation reserves are open to freedom campers this summer.

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Mangawhai Community Park is getting a spruce up
Community Mangawhai Parks

Mangawhai Community Park is getting a spruce up

  • December 06, 2023

Downer, our contractors, along with community volunteers (including Friends of Mangawhai Community Park) will be knocking back pest plants in Mangawhai Community Park.

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Further education and monitoring efforts to roll out for Taharoa Domain visitors
Biosecurity Kai Iwi Lakes Taharoa Domain

Further education and monitoring efforts to roll out for Taharoa Domain visitors

  • December 01, 2023

Education and monitoring will be the main focus to stop freshwater gold clams from establishing in Kaipara District’s Taharoa Domain and Kai Iwi Lakes 

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Lower car park at Mangawhai Heads Recreation Reserve remains closed
Mangawhai Parks

Lower car park at Mangawhai Heads Recreation Reserve remains closed

  • October 11, 2023

We’ve been working with Mangawhai Surf Club on temporary lifeguard facilities.

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Funding approval for Kaipara tourism facilities
Baylys Beach Footpaths Funding Infrastructure projects Kai Iwi Lakes Mangawhai Mangawhai Community Plan Stormwater Taharoa Domain

Funding approval for Kaipara tourism facilities

  • September 26, 2023

Upgrading the Taharoa Domain day visitor toilet facilities, improving drainage in Mangawhai Community Park, and completing the award-winning Baylys Beach boardwalk are all on the cards for Kaipara District Council’s (KDC) work programme thanks to a cash injection from the Tourism Infrastructure Fund (TIF).

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Visitors reminded Taharoa Domain is dog-free
Taharoa Domain Kai Iwi Lakes

Visitors reminded Taharoa Domain is dog-free

  • September 22, 2023

With daylight savings upon us and sunny hours on the up across Te Tai Tokerau, visitors are also on the increase at Kai Iwi Lakes, Taharoa Domain.

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Kaipara's July roading report
Baylys Beach Dargaville Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaihu Kaiwaka Mangawhai Maungaturoto Pahi Paparoa Roads Ruawai Te Kopuru

Kaipara's July roading report

  • August 24, 2023

The rainy weather persisted through July, resulting in 949 new pothole reports. To tackle the pothole issue, we introduced an additional pothole truck to speed up repairs.

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Lychgate restored to former glory
Community Joint projects Parks

Lychgate restored to former glory

  • June 15, 2023

Kaipara District Council Parks and Open Spaces team manage six of the district’s cemeteries and recently funded community-led work to repair the gates to their former glory.

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Kowhai planted to honour Sibyl Canning
Community Mangawhai Parks

Kowhai planted to honour Sibyl Canning

  • June 12, 2023

Friends and family of the late Sibyl Canning gathered at the Moir Street Reserve to plant a kowhai in memory of Sibyl and her contribution to Mangawhai.

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Mural designs for Moir Street water tank
Community Mangawhai Parks Water

Mural designs for Moir Street water tank

  • June 12, 2023

What do you want to see on the water tank at Moir Street?

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Kaipara roading updates - Feb extreme weather events
Baylys Beach Bridges Community Dargaville Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaiwaka Mangawhai Pahi Paparoa Roads Ruawai Te Kopuru Emergency Management

Kaipara roading updates - Feb extreme weather events

  • May 04, 2023

February’s extreme weather events have impacted roads across Kaipara. Our roading network has suffered significant long-lasting damage, and many issues will not be a simple fix. 

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Kellys Bay Camping Reserve to close
Community Parks

Kellys Bay Camping Reserve to close

  • April 06, 2023

Kellys Bay Recreational Reserve will no longer operate as a camping reserve.

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Council agrees to maintain existing waste strategy in changing environment
Dargaville Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaihu Kaiwaka Mangawhai Pahi Paparoa Rubbish and Recycling Te Kopuru

Council agrees to maintain existing waste strategy in changing environment

  • April 05, 2023

Council has pressed pause on any changes to Kaipara’s waste and recycling services while a new waste strategy from central Government is assessed.

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Harding Park Committee governance membership arrangements confirmed
Council business Dargaville Parks

Harding Park Committee governance membership arrangements confirmed

  • March 29, 2023

Kaipara District Council has confirmed the governance membership for the Harding Park Committee, and appointments to the Pou Tu o Te Rangi Joint Management Committee.

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Update on access to Mangawhai Heads Recreation Reserve
Mangawhai Parks

Update on access to Mangawhai Heads Recreation Reserve

  • March 27, 2023

The Mangawhai Surf Club and surrounding area remains off limits to the public due to a significant landslide behind the clubhouse.

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Mental health support is available
Community Dargaville Emergency Management Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaiwaka Mangawhai Pahi Paparoa Ruawai Te Kopuru

Mental health support is available

  • February 22, 2023

After February's extreme weather events, you or someone you know, may be feeling upset, exhausted, overwhelmed or uncertain. You don’t have to manage this on your own, there are free resources available to support you during this time.

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Cyclone Gabrielle - Council Services
Emergency Management Community Dargaville Kai Iwi Lakes Mangawhai Parks Rates Rubbish and Recycling Taharoa Domain Paparoa

Cyclone Gabrielle - Council Services

  • February 16, 2023

A number of our staff have been diverted to emergency services relating to Cyclone Gabrielle. Council services will continue but some with limited capacity so please be patient. We will continue to keep you updated.

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Landslip behind Mangawhai Heads Surf Club
Mangawhai Parks

Landslip behind Mangawhai Heads Surf Club

  • February 02, 2023

The recent weather events have caused a significant landslip behind the Mangawhai Heads Surf Club.

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Road conditions Friday 3 February 2023
Bridges Dargaville Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaiwaka Mangawhai Pahi Paparoa Roads Ruawai Te Kopuru

Road conditions Friday 3 February 2023

  • January 31, 2023

This article with be updated as information on Kaipara's roading network is available. 

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New officers to raise awareness of sustainable freedom camping
Community Funding Kai Iwi Lakes Mangawhai Ripiro Beach

New officers to raise awareness of sustainable freedom camping

  • January 17, 2023

Kaipara communities will soon see officers regularly patrolling freedom camping hot spots, offering education and increasing awareness of proposed new national freedom camping rules.

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Pot unlocked for Poutō Point amenity improvements
Footpaths Infrastructure projects Joint projects Kaipara KickStart Parks Roads Wharves

Pot unlocked for Poutō Point amenity improvements

  • January 10, 2023

Improvements to the Poutō Point carpark area can progress in 2023 thanks to further funding from Kaipara District Council.

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Looking after Kaipara this summer
Animal Management Community Dargaville Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaiwaka Mangawhai Pahi Paparoa Ripiro Beach Ruawai Rubbish and Recycling Taharoa Domain Te Kopuru

Looking after Kaipara this summer

  • December 14, 2022

Kaipara’s population is expected to explode during the summer break, with people enjoying the district’s beaches, lakes, and vibrant communities. 

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Security improved at Taharoa Domain
Kai Iwi Lakes Taharoa Domain

Security improved at Taharoa Domain

  • December 13, 2022

Security improvements at Taharoa Domain are now complete, enhancing the safety of campers, day trippers and Domain staff. 

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Council services during Christmas and New Year break
Animal Management Community Council business Dargaville Hakaru Kai Iwi Lakes Kaiwaka Mangawhai Pahi Paparoa Planning and Building Ripiro Beach Ruawai Rubbish and Recycling Te Kopuru

Council services during Christmas and New Year break

  • December 05, 2022

Summer holidays are fast approaching! During this time critical Council services continue, with some changes due to staff availability.

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Lincoln Reserve's new facilities open
Funding Infrastructure projects Mangawhai Parks

Lincoln Reserve's new facilities open

  • November 17, 2022

Sea, sand, and Aotearoa New Zealand’s rarest bird were all on hand for the opening of Kaipara’s newest loos.

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Have your say on proposed speed changes for Poutō Peninsula and West Coast roads
Kai Iwi Lakes Roads Te Kopuru

Have your say on proposed speed changes for Poutō Peninsula and West Coast roads

  • October 28, 2022

Consultation is now open on a proposal for new speed limits in Kaipara’s Poutō Peninsula and West Coast catchment areas. You now have until Monday 5 December to give your feedback.

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A smoke free summer
Parks Rubbish and Recycling

A smoke free summer

  • October 27, 2022

When you’re out and about this summer remember that all Council land and Council buildings are smokefree and Vapefree.

 

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Consultation confirmed for West Kaipara speed limits
Kai Iwi Lakes Roads Te Kopuru

Consultation confirmed for West Kaipara speed limits

  • September 30, 2022

You can soon give your feedback on proposed speed limits changes to Poutō Peninsula and West Coast roads. 

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A new vision for Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park
Culture Dargaville Parks Playgrounds

A new vision for Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park

  • September 29, 2022

A new vision for Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park was confirmed this week, with the updated Reserve Management Plan adopted by Kaipara District Council.

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Teaming up to clean up
Biosecurity Community Dargaville Joint projects Parks

Teaming up to clean up

  • September 21, 2022

A chainsaw course for Dargaville High School students saw wattle and other pest plants removed from Old Mt Wesley cemetery.  

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New fees structure for Taharoa Domain
Kai Iwi Lakes Taharoa Domain

New fees structure for Taharoa Domain

  • September 02, 2022

A new fees structure for Taharoa Domain was confirmed at Kaipara’s August Council Meeting.

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New zones to complete MAZ skatepark
Funding Long term plan 2021-2031 Mangawhai Community Parks

New zones to complete MAZ skatepark

  • September 02, 2022

The Mangawhai Activity Zone (MAZ) Trust will soon start work on a new Flow Bowl and Street Skateboarding Plaza, following a grant from Kaipara District Council.

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Council staff ask community to keep an eye out after vandalism
Community Parks

Council staff ask community to keep an eye out after vandalism

  • July 29, 2022

Council staff are asking the Kaipara community to report any antisocial behaviour around public facilities after a recent run of vandalism.

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What do you want in your park?
Community Dargaville Parks

What do you want in your park?

  • July 13, 2022

Around 30 people turned out to a meeting at the Lighthouse Function Centre in Dargaville to discuss the Draft Management Plan for Pou Tu o Te Rangi/Harding Park.

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Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park draft Reserve Management Plan open for feedback
Community Culture Dargaville Parks

Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park draft Reserve Management Plan open for feedback

  • May 25, 2022

A new Reserve Management Plan has been drafted for Pou Tu o Te Rangi, Harding Park and Old Mount Wesley Cemetery, which overlook Dargaville and the Northern Wairoa River.

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Employment opportunities for Kaiwaka locals
Community Kaiwaka Bridges Long term plan 2021-2031 Parks

Employment opportunities for Kaiwaka locals

  • December 01, 2021

Work to install the Kaiwaka footbridges will start in early January and continue for around seven weeks. With it comes some great employment opportunities for local contractors.

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Splash of colour for Mangawhai toilets
Community Mangawhai Mangawhai Community Plan Parks

Splash of colour for Mangawhai toilets

  • November 03, 2021

What would you like to see on the murals for two new public toilets in Mangawhai?

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New Reserve Management Plans for Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park
Community Culture Dargaville Joint projects Parks

New Reserve Management Plans for Pou Tu o Te Rangi and Harding Park

  • August 25, 2021

Council and the Pou Tu o Te Rangi Joint Management Committee are preparing new reserve management plans (RMPs) for the Pou Tu o Te Rangi historic reserve and Harding Park (including the adjoining Old Mount Wesley Cemetery).  

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Kaiwaka Footbridge contract awarded
Bridges Community Kaiwaka Long term plan 2021-2031 Parks

Kaiwaka Footbridge contract awarded

  • August 24, 2021

The Council has awarded the contract to design and build the two Kaiwaka footbridges to Bridge It NZ.

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Matariki Planting at Mangawhai Community Park
Mangawhai Parks

Matariki Planting at Mangawhai Community Park

  • June 28, 2021

A small but enthusiastic team of volunteers planted hundreds of native plants on the weekend. 

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Dargaville intermediate students give back to Taharoa Domain
Dargaville Parks

Dargaville intermediate students give back to Taharoa Domain

  • June 24, 2021

Dargaville Intermediate tamariki joined forces with the Kaipara District Council parks team recently, planting approximately 400 native plants in Taharoa Domain.

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Join us! Matariki Community Planting at Mangawhai Community Park
Mangawhai Parks

Join us! Matariki Community Planting at Mangawhai Community Park

  • June 14, 2021

An community planting session is happening at Mangawhai Community Park on Saturday 26 June. 

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Pest plant removal, native planting, extra parking: Mangawhai Community Park
Mangawhai Parks

Pest plant removal, native planting, extra parking: Mangawhai Community Park

  • June 11, 2021

Extensive pest plant removal, the creation of extra parking, a restoration and revegetation programme, and more.

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Kaipara Kai Hub team May mahi
Community Joint projects Kai Iwi Lakes Kaipara KickStart Ruawai

Kaipara Kai Hub team May mahi

  • May 19, 2021

The Kaipara Kai Hub team have been in the news a lot recently with all their peanut trial mahi!

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Lake Taharoa clean up discovers lost treasures and rubbish
Community Joint projects Parks Rubbish and Recycling Kai Iwi Lakes Taharoa Domain

Lake Taharoa clean up discovers lost treasures and rubbish

  • April 15, 2021

A friendly reminder to take only photos and leave only footprints at the Taharoa Domain when exploring the wonderful jewel of Kaipara.

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Parks and maintenance work by Kaiwaka river  
Joint projects Kaiwaka Parks

Parks and maintenance work by Kaiwaka river  

  • April 06, 2021

Our Parks team and local contractors Turf Tamer recently completed work by the Kaiwaka River (north eastern side of the bridge).

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Historic Daring schooner approved to berth temporarily next to Mangawhai Museum
Community Mangawhai Parks Joint projects

Historic Daring schooner approved to berth temporarily next to Mangawhai Museum

  • April 01, 2021

Kaipara District Elected Members have voted in favour of a proposal to temporarily store the 157-year-old ship the Daring next to the Mangawhai Museum. 

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Improvements to Mangawhai Community Park
Joint projects Mangawhai Parks

Improvements to Mangawhai Community Park

  • April 01, 2021

Work will begin again at the Mangawhai Community Park after the Easter break.

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Nets set in Lake Taharoa for koi carp surveillance
Parks

Nets set in Lake Taharoa for koi carp surveillance

  • February 17, 2021

Nets have been set in Lake Taharoa for koi carp surveillance. If you're swimming, boating or kayaking on the lake, please keep out of the areas marked on the map during the operational periods.

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Plan to grow a better Kaipara shaping up
Long term plan 2021-2031 Community Roads Water Parks Rubbish and Recycling Council business

Plan to grow a better Kaipara shaping up

  • February 10, 2021

Kaipara District Council has laid out its vision for the next decade of development in its Long Term Plan (LTP) and is asking the community if they agree.

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Kaihu Valley Trail Update
Joint projects Dargaville Roads Parks Kaihu Valley Trail

Kaihu Valley Trail Update

  • January 29, 2021

The Kaihu Valley Trail is one section of the Ancient Kauri Trail that will be developed in stages and eventually link Ōmāpere, on the Hokianga Harbour, to the Mangawhai Coast.

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No pets allowed at Kai Iwi Lakes/Taharoa Domain
Parks

No pets allowed at Kai Iwi Lakes/Taharoa Domain

  • January 13, 2021

The beautiful Kai Iwi Lakes/Taharoa Domain have proved popular over the last few weeks with a huge number of people visiting. The Kaipara District Council team jointly manage the area with Te Kuihi and Te Roroa, alongside Northland Regional Council and Department of Conservation, and together we work hard to ensure this precious place is protected, while still being enjoyed by many holidaymakers.

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Recent spate of minor arson, vandalism and graffiti
Dargaville Parks

Recent spate of minor arson, vandalism and graffiti

  • December 22, 2020
We are currently experiencing a spate of minor arson, vandalism and graffiti in our parks and public toilets.
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Kaiwaka footbridges funding confirmed
Joint projects Kaiwaka Bridges Footpaths Roads Parks

Kaiwaka footbridges funding confirmed

  • December 16, 2020

Kaiwaka footbridges will form part of the Kaiwaka walking and cycling network and will reduce severance caused by the state highway and rivers. 

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Mowing berms
Community Footpaths Roads Parks

Mowing berms

  • December 15, 2020

If you want your berm looking immaculate it’s OK to mow it yourself if you want to.

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New picnic tables around Mangawhai
Mangawhai Parks

New picnic tables around Mangawhai

  • December 08, 2020

Our parks team and contractors have been busy installing the new picnic tables around Mangawhai. 

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Long Term Plan 2021/2031 update
Community Roads Water Parks Rubbish and Recycling Council business Long term plan 2021-2031

Long Term Plan 2021/2031 update

  • December 02, 2020

See the results from surveys and events we've undertaken recently as part of our Long Term Plan. 

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Taking care of Taharoa Domain-Kai Iwi
Parks

Taking care of Taharoa Domain-Kai Iwi

  • November 30, 2020

Summer is coming and so are all our visitors. It’s the busiest time of the year for the Taharoa Domain-Kai Iwi area, and we need you to help us look after this beautiful gem.

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Pearson Street Reserve
Mangawhai Parks

Pearson Street Reserve

  • November 25, 2020

From the end of this month Pearson Street Reserve will be closed to vehicles all year round.

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Accessibility Strategy across Northland needs your input
Playgrounds Joint projects Community Parks

Accessibility Strategy across Northland needs your input

  • November 17, 2020

How can we make Northland more accessible for people with disabilities, older adults, migrants, or families with young children?

 

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Work progresses in Kaipara under Te Tai Tokerau Redeployment Package
Community Joint projects Roads Parks Rubbish and Recycling

Work progresses in Kaipara under Te Tai Tokerau Redeployment Package

  • September 09, 2020

Work is progressing at pace, as a result of $2.87m recently allocated to Kaipara District from the Te Tai Tokerau Redeployment Package. A total of $9.32 million is allocated across Northland. The funding package through the Provincial Growth Fund is providing urgent economic relief for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, by creating immediate work opportunities for local people and businesses.

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The Big Dry still affecting Kaipara
Community Parks

The Big Dry still affecting Kaipara

  • May 20, 2020

Treat water like gold.

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Mangawhai Park comes of age
Community Mangawhai Parks Playgrounds

Mangawhai Park comes of age

  • November 27, 2019

A new governance structure has been established for Mangawhai Community Park, recognising the new level of maturity in the Park’s development.

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