Have your say on Annual Plan 2023-24
We want to hear from you about our Annual Plan 2023–2024, which sets out all the planning, projects and spending for the coming year.
We're also holding four public meetings as part this consultation:
🗣 Ruakākā Recreation Centre
17 April, 6:30 PM
🗣 Forum North
19 April, 5:30 PM
🗣 Ngunguru Hall
26 April, 6:30 PM
📺 Online webinar with Q&A
27 April, 7:00pm, we will post here closer to the time with instructions to join.
The consultation document and supporting documents explain what's proposed in this Annual Plan and why - they can be viewed on the Have Your Say page:
www.wdc.govt.nz...
Submissions close 5 May 2023.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
Sunday Christmas Market @ Reyburn House Town Basin
Sunday 14 December · 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Reyburn House, Town Basin, Whangārei
Get ready for a festive day out at our Sunday Christmas Market!
Wander through a wonderland of arts, crafts, handmade gifts, delicious food, and unique local shopping—perfect for those last-minute Christmas presents or a special treat for yourself!
- Dog Friendly – Bring your furry friends along
- Free Parking
- Free Entry – Everyone welcome!
Whether you're supporting local makers, enjoying the holiday atmosphere, or just looking for a relaxing Sunday outing by the water, this is the place to be.
Location: 17–30 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, Whangārei
Come and celebrate the magic of the season with us! ✨
See you there!
Poll: Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in Northland?
When tourists take over the streets and parking disappears, where do you find your calm?
Or is summer’s hustle something to enjoy rather than escape?
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75% I enjoy the summer hubbub!
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25% Please, give me some peace
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0% I escape the region during summer
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