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Dog registration

Renew your dog registration by 31 July 2026 to get the early bird discount and avoid a penalty fee.

Is The Game On?

Check sports field closures for the Whangārei District using our online map.

Parks and reserves

Explore our local parks and reserves to find a BBQ spot, stretch your legs or have fun with family.

Forum North

Explore events or hire Forum North - Whangārei’s premier venue for arts and entertainment.

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Keep up to date with our current and recently completed projects across the District.

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Information about land and water rates, instalment dates, rates rebates and property valuations.

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News and notices

Whangārei explores UNESCO Creative City opportunity

Published on 08 July 2026

Creative Northland is exploring an application for Whangārei to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a City of Crafts and Folk Art. Find out more and have your say.

Waipū Cove Trail completed

Published on 08 July 2026

A long-held community vision has become a reality with the completion of the final stage of the Waipū Cove Trail.

Staged path to single Northland council emerges as preferred option

Published on 08 July 2026

A steering group of elected members from across all four Northland councils has recommended a preferred option for a new local government structure in the region – a staged transition beginning with two unitary authorities, moving to a single Northland-wide unitary authority over time.
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What's on

Te Puangarua - Matariki Dawn Ceremony

09 July 2026

Gather at dawn to welcome the rising of Te Puangarua and Matariki. Share karakia and waiata, remember loved ones, and enjoy a warm community breakfast to celebrate the year ahead.

Whakamānawa

09 July 2026

View the Lovers Lane light display featuring a selection of Whakamānawa designs projected onto the Central Library wall each evening for a magical two-hour Puanga Matariki illumination.

Super Rugby Aupiki nib Blues v Chiefs Manawa

10 July 2026

Pūanga – Matariki Herenga Waka, Aupiki Te Ao Whutupōro Mō Ngā Wāhine, Me Te Mana Wahine. Includes Trilingual Interpreter. Gates open at 3:15pm with kick off at 4:35pm.
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Have your say

Proposed Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw

Feedback closes at 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026

Have your say on a proposed new Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw to replace parts of our expiring Public Places Bylaw. Feedback closes at 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026.

Proposed Public Trading, Events and Commercial Filming Bylaw

Feedback closes at 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026

Have your say on a proposed new Public Trading, Events and Commercial Filming Bylaw to replace parts of our expiring Public Places Bylaw. Feedback closes at 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026.

Proposed Signs Bylaw

Feedback closes at 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026

Have your say on a proposed new Signs Bylaw to replace our expiring Control of Advertising Signs Bylaw. Feedback closes at 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026.
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What's happening in my area?

Puanga Matariki Festival

Check out the vibrant programme of events for Puanga Matariki Festival from 15 June to 17 July 2026.

School holiday programmes and activities

Check out our list of school holiday programmes and activities from around the Whangārei District.

Register your event for Silver Festival 2026

Register your event for Silver Festival, 1-14 October 2026. Registrations close Sunday 19 July 2026.

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