Ōrewa tsunami sirens to sound in scheduled test this Sunday

Fri, 3 Apr 2026 /Hibiscus News

Tsunami sirens at Ōrewa will sound at midday this Sunday as part of a routine test of the local warning system. Adam Maggs, general manager...

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Over half of Kaipara resealing programme complete as summer works wind down

Fri, 3 Apr 2026 /Mangawhai News

Image: Kaipara District Council More than half of Kaipara’s planned road resealing programme has been completed, reaching 53% of this year’s target by the end...

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Consultation still open for tolling Warkworth to Te Hana

Fri, 3 Apr 2026 /Mahurangi News

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is seeking public feedback on the proposal to toll Warkworth to Te Hana, the first Road of National Significance (RoNS)...

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Arts Centre vision takes centre stage

Thu, 2 Apr 2026 /Health & Lifestyle

The Turner Centre in Kerikeri is an example of what local creatives hope could be achieved in Mangawhai. A proposal to create a dedicated community...

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Emotional kiwi release at Langs

Thu, 2 Apr 2026 /Environment

Bruce and Janine Copeland meet Hinekiuta the kiwi, held by Todd Hamilton, of Kiwi Coast. Photos, Malcolm Pullman Three young North Island brown kiwi have...

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Footpath upgrade to improve safety at Gulf Harbour

Wed, 1 Apr 2026 /Hibiscus News

Image: Google Maps Auckland Transport has unveiled plans for a new footpath connection on Laurie Southwick Parade in Gulf Harbour, aimed at improving safety and...

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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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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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