The Kauri Coast Community Pool will receive funding from Kaipara District Council for another year, while staff investigate ownership options for the future.

A dry February has put the brakes on unsealed road maintenance, shifting our focus to wet roll grades.

A major upgrade has been completed on a Ruawai stopbank.

I had the opportunity to visit Tina Johnson a week or so ago in Middlemore Hospital. Tina was seriously injured during the Mangawhai tornado. 

Work across the 1126km unsealed network will pick back up in late March, having slowed down during the dry season. 

Two stormwater projects improving drainage and reducing future flood risks have recently been completed in Mangawhai. 

The works include sealing the carpark and pathway connections, as well as a concrete ramp providing safe access to the beach, along with associated kerb and channel works.

Lower than expected rainfall and extremely low river flows are edging Kaipara District closer to drought conditions.

Pre-seal repairs progressed well in November, with 71% of sites finished.

Following a Notice of Motion by Mayor Craig Jepson, approved by Council in the 11 December meeting, the video Mangawhai and the Mangroves is available here for viewing.

Hubert Linnell Reserve is now ready to welcome visitors for the summer season.