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Rates rise confirmed as Kaipara tightens budget

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 /Mangawhai News

Image: Kaipara District Council Kaipara District Council has confirmed rates will increase next year, with councillors opting for a lower rise than initially forecast after...

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End of the line: Power veteran retires

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 /Health & Lifestyle

Tom Matthews is powered-up ready to take on retirement. After more than five decades keeping the lights on across the region, Warkworth local Tom Matthews...

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Divided views on speed limits

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 /Health & Lifestyle

The Rodney Local Board held a lengthy discussion on proposed speed limit assessments across eight key rural and semi-rural roads, at its meeting on March...

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Northland well placed to lead rural climate resilience – study

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 /Mangawhai News

Image: Kaipara District Council Taitokerau Northland could become a national leader in rural climate resilience, with a new study highlighting the region’s strengths and urging...

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Primary school students join Games story

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 /Health & Lifestyle

On the beach front at Tawharanui were, from left, Sully Lusk, Teddy Raffills and Season Muavae with relay ambassador Dame Sophie Pascoe, holding the New...

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Delayed again: Penlink opening set for late 2029

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 /Hibiscus News

Penlink’s long-awaited opening has been pushed back yet again, with the project now not expected to be completed until late 2029, extending delays on a...

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Health hub underway

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 /Health & Lifestyle

Before work started, the project site was blessed by kaumātua Ben Hita, in association with hapū Te Uri o Hau. Work has started on a...

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Sand application shifts to next stage

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 /Environment

The Bream Bay sand mining protesters fear that a decision could be made without broad consultation. A decision on a controversial sand mining proposal off...

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Workplace safety laws overhauled

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

The Government has introduced the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill to Parliament, marking the most significant proposed reform to New Zealand’s workplace safety...

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Minimum wage rises

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Some workers will see a modest boost to their pay packets from April 1, as increases to minimum wage rates take effect. The adult minimum...

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Another A&P show stopper

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

The Warkworth A&P Show has been hailed a success once again this year, drawing large crowds who enjoyed fine weather and a lively atmosphere. Show...

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Summer groove in Kaipara Flats

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Organisers of the Grassroots Summer Groove event at Kaipara Flats – a relaxed, family-friendly music festival held in support of the Kaipara Flats Sports Club...

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