Whangarei District Council - Latest News [Page 9]
HWM Sheryl Mai: Statement on Referendum results
Friday, 5 June 2015, 1:13 pm | Whangarei District Council
Many residents will be elated at the outcome, and many may be disappointed. Whatever our initial feelings, it is now in the best interests of this District that we be united in embracing, engaging in and enjoying the most popular referendum choice. More >>
Referendum results Friday
Wednesday, 3 June 2015, 3:25 pm | Whangarei District Council
The preliminary results of the referendum to determine the future use of the old Harbour Board building at the Town Basin, are expected to be available at around 12.30pm on Friday 5 June. More >>
Track closed for wilding pine removal
Monday, 25 May 2015, 1:51 pm | Whangarei District Council
News Release Track closed for wilding pine removal The Cooper mountain bike trail that threads through the eastern side of Mt Parihaka will be closed for the next three weeks while wilding pines are removed. The track is on one of a complex network ... More >>
Colourful businesses celebrate FIFA U-20!
Wednesday, 20 May 2015, 10:56 am | Whangarei District Council
Whangarei’s businesses are competing colouring up to welcome celebrating the FIFA U-20 teams and visitors to the city. “Businesses will be filling their shop fronts and windows with FIFA colours to add to the colourful, happy, party vibe of the games ... More >>
FIFA U-20 the party never stops
Tuesday, 28 April 2015, 11:26 am | Whangarei District Council
Tantalising food from Myanmar, Uzbekistan, USA, Fiji and Ukraine will be on offer at the FIFA U-20 pre-match party in Cameron Street Mall on Saturday 30 May. More >>
Temporary road closure - ANZAC Dawn Parade
Thursday, 23 April 2015, 10:35 am | Whangarei District Council
Notice is given that for the purpose of 2015 ANZAC Dawn Parade, organised by the Whangarei RSA, Whangarei District Council will close the following roads to ordinary traffic and pedestrians temporarily on Saturday 25 April 2015; More >>
Whangarei crafters make 2500 poppies for ANZAC Day Project
Monday, 20 April 2015, 11:02 am | Whangarei District Council
Whangarei Libraries have joined the 5000 Poppies Project, a stunning visual tribute to New Zealand servicemen and women for more than a century of service in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. More >>
Te Matau a Pohe hosts International Rally opening
Monday, 13 April 2015, 1:14 pm | Whangarei District Council
Whangarei’s spectacular bridge, Te Matau a Pohe, will be the focus of local and international attention when the 2015 International Rally of Whangarei roars into life at 5pm on Friday. More >>
Loos on the loop
Monday, 13 April 2015, 11:33 am | Whangarei District Council
A $140,000 upgrade and refurbishment of the two sets of public toilets at the Town Basin has begun. Contractors Arco Group have begun work on the public toilets behind Burning Issues and the public toilets near the Town Basin children’s playground ... More >>
Civic Honour Award nominations sought
Monday, 13 April 2015, 11:30 am | Whangarei District Council
The people of Whangarei are reminded that the deadline for Civic Honour Award nominations is May 22 – just over a month away. More >>
New Chief Executive named
Friday, 10 April 2015, 3:41 pm | Whangarei District Council
Environmental Protection Authority Chief Executive Rob Forlong has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Whangarei District Council; an appointment that that will return him to a community from his childhood. Former Environmental Risk Management ... More >>
Mayor farewells CEO
Wednesday, 1 April 2015, 1:09 pm | Whangarei District Council
It is with gratitude for almost two decades of outstanding service to this District that Council farewells CEO Mark Simpson. More >>
Long Term Plan meetings reminder – first meeting tomorrow
Wednesday, 25 March 2015, 1:53 pm | Whangarei District Council
Members of the public are reminded of the opportunity to attend public meetings to discuss Whangarei District Council Long Term Plan. The first public meeting will be held tomorrow (Thursday 26 March) at 5pm at the Central Library on Rust Avenue, ... More >>
Making slippy tiles grippy tiles
Wednesday, 25 March 2015, 11:19 am | Whangarei District Council
Following a successful trial of sandblasting and resealing to make Whangarei’s Central Business District pavers less slippery, work has begun on the rest of the pavers in the CBD. More >>
Fire restrictions to be lifted at midnight
Monday, 23 March 2015, 1:39 pm | Whangarei District Council
Fire restrictions to be lifted at midnight An Open Fire Season will be in force in the Whangarei and Kaipara from midnight tonight (Monday 23 March 2015), until further notice. More >>
Honour great community volunteers today!
Friday, 6 March 2015, 11:34 am | Whangarei District Council
Civic Honours Award nomination forms are now available on the Council website, says Chairman of the Civic Awards selection panel, Councillor Crichton Christie. More >>
Local bands join Fritter Festival Line up next month
Monday, 23 February 2015, 4:18 pm | Whangarei District Council
We are pleased to announce the final line up for the Whangarei Fritter Festival on Saturday 28 March at Toll Stadium and it’s filled with local talent. Co-Lab, Legacy, Two Kay and Taylah Barker will be joining Kiwi legend Dave Dobbyn, reggae band 1814, ... More >>
Tidy up for entrance to Whangarei at Blue Goose
Friday, 13 February 2015, 5:13 pm | Whangarei District Council
This month the disused buildings and over-grown gardens at the Blue Goose on the busy stretch of State Highway One through Te Waiiti, south of Whangarei, will be demolished. More >>
Northland Growth Studies chart development path
Friday, 13 February 2015, 10:03 am | Whangarei District Council
Two economic growth studies launched in Kerikeri last week have the potential to deliver significant positive change for the people of Northland. More >>
Follow Mairtown/Kensington detours to avoid delays
Tuesday, 10 February 2015, 2:53 pm | Whangarei District Council
Road users are urged to follow detour signs in the Mairtown and Kensington areas to avoid queuing during major roadworks this year. More >>
