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Annual Plan 2026/27 Adopted
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 2:07 pm | Northland Regional Council
Council Chair Pita Tipene says times are tough for the people and communities of Taitokerau and council members recognise that affordability remains a critical issue. More >>
Total Mobility Scheme Changes - Supporting Our Communities Through Change
Friday, 19 June 2026, 1:03 pm | Northland Regional Council
The government has introduced updates to how the Total Mobility scheme is funded and delivered across the country. The changes are being implemented nationwide to support the long-term sustainability of the programme. More >>
Two Wins At Taituarā Local Government Excellence Awards
Friday, 19 June 2026, 12:44 pm | Northland Regional Council
A project to relocate the heart of flood-prone Whirinaki and a manager acknowledged for outstanding leadership and commitment to strengthening iwi and hapū partnerships in local government have been recognised at the Taituarā Local Government Excellence ... More >>
Competition Helps Taitokerau Win The War On Weeds
Thursday, 18 June 2026, 8:40 pm | Northland Regional Council
Northland’s first ever rohe wide moth plant competition has proved a great success with a total of 37,704 pods and 44,129 vines (with roots) collected over two and a half months by 38 registered teams and individuals. The overall winner ‘Chasing ... More >>
Think Carefully Before Buying Aging Vessels
Thursday, 18 June 2026, 8:23 am | Northland Regional Council
Northland Regional Council Deputy Harbourmaster Peter Thomas says the council’s maritime department disposes of an average of one boat per month somewhere in Northland, many of which had initially been bought as cheap ‘doer-uppers’. More >>
Small Patch Of Exotic Caulerpa Detected And Treated In Whangārei Harbour
Friday, 12 June 2026, 10:10 am | Northland Regional Council
The roughly one-metre-wide patch was discovered by Northland Regional Council (NRC) divers undertaking marine surveillance alongside the Department of Conservation. More >>
Fishers Fined $1000 Each For Breach Of No-Take Rules
Monday, 8 June 2026, 12:36 pm | Northland Regional Council
The Mimiwhangata incident occurred on Wednesday 18 February at approximately 11.44am. The offender, from the Whangārei area, was fishing off Rimariki Island, bringing up a kahawhai when asked by NRC’s officer to reel in his line. More >>
Kāeo River Realignment Works Shut Down For Winter
Thursday, 28 May 2026, 8:38 am | Northland Regional Council
Councillor Kitchen says ongoing rainfall through March and last month had resulted in multiple wet-weather stand-down days and elevated groundwater levels, significantly slowing construction progress. More >>
Quiet Leadership And Inclusion Recognised At National Awards
Wednesday, 13 May 2026, 8:32 am | Northland Regional Council
Northland Regional Council staff member Einnee Facey has been named Emerging Inclusion Champion of the Year at the 2026 Diversity Awards NZ. The award celebrates early-career practitioners who go beyond their formal roles to champion diverse voices. More >>
Free BusLink Travel For Ages 5-24 During Youth Week
Monday, 11 May 2026, 8:55 am | Northland Regional Council
All BusLink services across the region will be free from Monday 18 May to Saturday 23 May for eligible young people. This includes CityLink, SchoolLink, and all regional BusLink services. More >>
Community Events Focus On Coastal Hazards And Restoration
Friday, 1 May 2026, 9:01 am | Northland Regional Council
The events, dubbed ‘Coastal Conversations’, will be held from 5pm to 7:30pm at McLeod Bay Hall in Whangārei Heads on Wednesday 27 May and Taipa Beach Resort on Thursday 28 May. More >>
Provide Contact Details Boaties Urged
Friday, 24 April 2026, 11:19 am | Northland Regional Council
Northland Regional Council Deputy Harbourmaster Peter Thomas says the Harbourmaster’s office regularly receives reports from the public or boating community of issues with unattended vessels. More >>
State Of Emergency Lifted For Northland
Monday, 13 April 2026, 6:54 pm | Northland Regional Council
CDEM Group Chair Colin Kitchen thanked Northland communities for being prepared and for listening to the warnings. More >>
Northland Overnight Update On Cyclone Vaianu
Sunday, 12 April 2026, 1:43 pm | Northland Regional Council
Severe winds were recorded across parts of Northland overnight. Wind gusts of up to 120km/h were observed at Cape Reinga and Tutukākā Harbour, while Hokianga Harbour recorded gusts of up to 110km/h. In relation to rainfall, the southeastern areas ... More >>
State Of Emergency Declared In Northland As Precautionary Step
Friday, 10 April 2026, 5:24 pm | Northland Regional Council
Mr Rio says at this stage it is unclear whether emergency powers will need to be used, but the declaration ensures the region is prepared should conditions worsen. More >>
Applications Open For Tū I Te Ora Scholarships
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 9:47 am | Northland Regional Council
Four scholarships are available, each includes $5000 to assist with study costs, plus paid full-time work experience with NRC from mid-November 2026 to mid-February 2027. More >>
Councils Respond To Juken NZ Ltd Announcement
Friday, 27 March 2026, 5:30 pm | Northland Regional Council
FNDC Mayor Moko Tepania says the news will be challenging for employees, their whānau, and the wider community. More >>
Awanui Scheme Handles Twice The Volume Of Infamous 1958 Flood
Friday, 27 March 2026, 3:13 pm | Northland Regional Council
Councillor Carr says the NRC had assumed responsibility for the scheme 20 years ago and work on the upgrade had begun in earnest with the adoption of the council’s Long Term Plan in 2018. More >>
Northland Civil Defence Morning Update 27/03 7 AM
Friday, 27 March 2026, 8:38 am | Northland Regional Council
The MetService heavy rain warning for Northland was lifted at 4am this morning (Friday). More >>
Taitokerau Can Lead Rural Climate Resilience; Study
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 1:14 pm | Northland Regional Council
The Climate Resilient Communities Project was initiated by Rural Support Trust Te Tai Tokerau (RSTTT) with a $40,000 grant from the Northland Regional Council Climate Resilient Communities Fund. More >>
