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Kaipara District Council Joins Regional Steering Group For Local Government Reform
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 2:16 pm | Kaipara District Council
The government has signalled significant reforms to local government, with councils encouraged to work together to develop regional approaches that reflect local needs and priorities. More >>
Council To Investigate Lower Rates Increase For 2026/2027
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 1:52 pm | Kaipara District Council
The motion directs the chief executive to identify upcoming capital works currently funded through general rates that could instead be debt-funded over 10 years, and to recalculate the draft Annual Plan 2026/2027 accordingly. More >>
New Chief Executive For Kaipara District Council
Monday, 18 May 2026, 10:16 am | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen said Mr Singh’s wealth of experience and his commitment to taking Kaipara forward made him the best choice for the role. More >>
Pioneering Floodgate Boosts Flood Protection In Ruawai
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 1:43 pm | Kaipara District Council
The $5.3 mn project was delivered by Kaipara District Council and funded through central and local government, with $4.554 mn contributed in 2021 from the COVID19 Response and Recovery Fund and $746,000 from council funding drawn from general rates More >>
Cames Road Hill Set For Upgrade
Monday, 4 May 2026, 3:38 pm | Kaipara District Council
The project will upgrade a 390-meter long stretch of the road with a six-meter-wide reinforced concrete surface, correcting what was originally a paper road and which had been developed over time without the benefit of comprehensive planning. More >>
Kaipara District Council Approves Establishment Of Northland Waters
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 12:00 pm | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council is the first of the region’s district councils to approve the establishment. More >>
29 New Citizens Welcomed To Kaipara
Friday, 17 April 2026, 8:53 am | Kaipara District Council
During the ceremony, each new citizen was invited to recite the oath or affirmation of allegiance to New Zealand, marking the final step on their path to New Zealand citizenship – a path which for some, had spanned many years. More >>
Cyclone Vaianu Update From Kaipara District Council
Saturday, 11 April 2026, 6:08 pm | Kaipara District Council
We remain in Orange (Heavy Rain and Strong Wind) Warning status. The latest modelling from MetService tells us there is a low risk that Kaipara will move into Red Warning status, however things can change quickly and it is always best to be prepared. We ... More >>
Kaipara District Council Preparing For Potential Impacts
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 1:08 pm | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen says early preparation by both council and the community is key. More >>
Council Reduces Rates Below Long Term Plan, Focuses On Dependable Roading
Friday, 27 March 2026, 3:16 pm | Kaipara District Council
The proposed average increase follows a line-by-line review of budgets earlier in the year. Several budget lines were reduced as council and staff worked carefully through costs. More >>
Council Establishes Mangawhai Harbour Working Group
Friday, 27 February 2026, 12:16 pm | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen says the future of Mangawhai relies on maintaining a healthy, functional harbour. More >>
Kaipara District Council Interim Chief Executive Appointed
Monday, 23 February 2026, 8:33 pm | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen says the appointment of Mr Day into the interim role provides continuity and stability until a permanent chief executive has been appointed. More >>
Council Working With Police Following Incident
Monday, 23 February 2026, 6:54 pm | Kaipara District Council
While dog owners are legally responsible for their animals, the council will continue doing everything possible to reduce risks and support safe, responsible dog ownership across the district. More >>
Call To Celebrate Kaipara Champions
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 5:40 pm | Kaipara District Council
Awards and Grants Committee Chair Rachael Williams says, “the callout is for anyone doing great work in the community.” More >>
Kaipara District Council Chief Executive Resigns
Wednesday, 14 January 2026, 4:46 pm | Kaipara District Council
Marris’s time as Chief Executive included Cyclone Gabrielle, the Mangawhai rainfall event and the Mangawhai tornado, as well as significant government reform. More >>
New Housing Completed Before Holiday Break
Monday, 5 January 2026, 4:12 pm | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen said the project represents a significant investment in safe, warm, and healthy housing for older residents. More >>
Kaipara Celebrates New Citizens From All Around The World
Friday, 19 December 2025, 4:11 pm | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen officiated the ceremony and gave the new citizens a warm welcome, recognising them for making Kaipara their home. More >>
Decision Reached On Dargaville’s Town Hall
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 3:59 pm | Kaipara District Council
The decision follows the project having reached a critical juncture earlier this year, when the previous council directed at its July meeting to halt works & re-scope the project in line with stakeholder expectations and wider community consultation. More >>
Annual Report For 2024/2025 Adopted
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 10:46 am | Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council Mayor Jonathan Larsen said the report demonstrates Council’s commitment to recovering from recent extreme weather events while continuing to deliver for the Kaipara community. More >>
Northland Elected Members Form Governance Group For Water CCO Establishment
Friday, 5 December 2025, 2:51 pm | Kaipara District Council
The CCO, being established under the working name, Northland Water Done Well, will help ensure Northland can meet increased compliance and legislative requirements under the Local Water Done Well water reforms. More >>
