NORTHLAND ROADING UPDATE | AUGUST 2023
From Kelly Stratford | Deputy Mayor
Across Northland there is a $35 million funding gap for roading. Based on historic funding distribution, our region is likely to receive 4% of the available $500 million Pothole Fund. This is a bit like putting a Band-Aid on a broken arm. READ MORE
Information provided by the Northland Transportation Alliance, the roading department of Northland’s councils.
CHESS IS BACK | AUGUST 2023
The Northland Chess Championship is back and will be held at the Turner Centre on Saturday 28 October 2023. Registrations are open. READ MORE
SOCIAL HOUSING UPDATE | august 2023
Kāinga Ora, New Zealand's national public housing agency, via private developers have recently acquired 7 Clark Road. This has led to a redesign proposal for 5-7 Clark Road. READ MORE
THE HOUSING MARKET: OPTIMISM RETURNS | AUGUST 2023
Signs of optimism are returning to the real estate sector. The media is reporting signals of FOMO returning to major centres and quarter on quarter price declines are slowing signalling the bottom of the market in those areas is being tested. READ MORE
COMMUNITY REIMAGING SPORTS | AUGUST 2023
A mission-driven company based in Kerikeri is launching a campaign to get girls involved in designing sports and recreation facilities. READ MORE
the countdown to christmas | august 2023
Save the date - Santa is on his way. Festivities kick off with carols and lighting the Christmas tree on 2 December, followed by Christmas in the Domain on 9 December. READ MORE
HOPES DASHED AT FNDC MEETING | august 2023
In a recent gathering anticipated to bridge the gap between the community and the council, outcomes were a blend of optimism and unexpected challenges. READ MORE
sign of the times | august 2023
An article from the Far North District Council
Property owners are being warned to check regulations before erecting roadside signs that could breach Far North District Council District Plan rules. READ MORE
Cycle trails plan | august 2023
ViaStrada is busy writing up the draft report for prioritised projects and recommendations for next-stage development. Following feedback received through the public survey and stakeholder shortlist workshop, this is likely to identify the need to update the communication and engagement plan to accommodate further hapū engagement before committing funds to route designs. READ MORE
hall road update | august 2023
From Justine Smith | Ministry of Housing and Urban Development
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is currently undertaking a procurement process to select a Development Partner for the development of the Site. READ MORE
collaborative workshop | august 2023
Adding to our recent update on public housing initiatives by Kāinga Ora, a momentous occasion transpired recently that promises to be a cornerstone in shaping the future of Kerikeri. READ MORE