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News and notices

Council confirms 5% rates increase and establishes storm damage fund

Published on 26 June 2026

Council has confirmed a 5% general rates increase for the year ahead, along with an additional $50 increase to the Uniform Annual General Charge to fund a new storm damage reserve.

Update on A H Reed Memorial Park closure and kauri dieback response

Published on 24 June 2026

Work to protect A H Reed Memorial Park is ongoing following the confirmation of kauri dieback. We are working in partnership with local hapū and Northland Regional Council to decide on the next steps.

New Accessibility Advisory Group off to a strong start

Published on 24 June 2026

Earlier this year, we welcomed 10 new members to the Accessibility Advisory Group. Since then, the group has settled in well, meeting every two months and already making a valuable contribution to Council’s work.

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Whakamānawa

27 June 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.

Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki

27 June 2026

Step into the planetarium for an immersive Matariki experience. Explore how mātauranga Māori and astronomy reveal the connections between stars, seasons, the land, and people. Tickets are available on the Planetarium North website.

Mana Wāhine Talks – Janet Hetaraka, Dr Maia Hetaraka, Aorangi Hetaraka

02 July 2026

Experience Mana Wāhine talks with Janet Hetaraka, Dr Maia Hetaraka, Aorangi Hetaraka, Kahikatea and Kōkōwai. An uplifting kōrero celebrating Māori women, their stories, whakapapa, and everyday achievements.

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