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Rearing to go Election called for drainage board For the first time since 2004, elections will be held to select community members from the Raupō …
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p Eight to 12-year-old representatives from schools across Kaipara competed in the Northern Wairoa Cross Country hosted by Te Kōpuru School last Thursday at the Rope’s Farm. Deandra, Moehau, Legacey, Breez, Summer, Gemma and Marelie ran in the 11-year-old girls’ race and were supported by the cheers of teachers, parents and students. Everyone celebrated the athletic ability of the runners, and other contestants waited eagerly at the finishing line with hands ready to high-five those about to end their races. Te Kōpuru School also sold sweet treats to participants on the overcast and windy day for an overall fun and family-friendly event.
Road and footpath funds found The roading department of the Kaipara District Council has managed to secure a major fiscal concession from the …
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Craig Jepson will not seek second mayoral term u by Andy Bryenton
Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson has today announced he will not seek re-election for the mayoralty in the upcoming October 2025 local government elections.
Rotary club’s citizen of the year Dargaville Rotarians have awarded their most prestigious community award to west Kaipara community leader …
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Mr Jepson said the decision was not made lightly. He told the Kaipara Lifestyler that he is proud of what has been achieved during his current threeyear term and is confident the district is now positioned for significant progress. “When I stood for mayor in 2022, I committed to instigating the necessary changes that would set Kaipara on the right path. I believe I have honoured that commitment,” said Mayor Jepson.
“Key milestones this term have included keeping rates under nine per cent, which has been a remarkable achievement with our small rating base, especially during a time of national economic strain. “While the national average rates increase across the country reached 15 per cent, we have stayed focussed and disciplined. This is despite major challenges such as Cyclone Gabrielle, and the Mangawhai rain and tornado events.”
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