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![Visitors reminded Taharoa Domain is dog-free](/images/blog/large/587_Piwakawaka Credit Jordy Soole.jpg)
A pīwakawaka at Taharoa Domain. Photo credit, Jordy Soole.
- September 22, 2023
Visitors reminded Taharoa Domain is dog-free
With daylight savings upon us and sunny hours on the up across Te Tai Tokerau, visitors are also on the increase at Kai Iwi Lakes,Taharoa Domain.
To help protect the many taonga (treasure) in the Domain, please remember that dogs and pets are prohibited. Any campers and visitors found with dogs or pets at Kai Iwi Lakes and Taharoa Domain will be asked to immediately remove the dog. Persistent offending may result in the dog owner being trespassed.
A disability assist or public service dog (as interpreted in the Dog Control Act 1996), may be permitted with written approval. Verifiable evidence of certification by the relevant government organisation will be required in all circumstances. Please contact Kaipara District Council customer services or the Kai Iwi Lakes campground office for further information.
Kaipara District Council jointly manages the Domain with Te Kuihi and Te Roroa, and together we have worked hard to ensure the area is protected while still being enjoyed by the many holidaymakers who visit.
The landscape around the lakes is unique and teeming with native birds and unique plant life. Some of birds in Taharoa Domain is host to include pīwakawaka (fantail), riroriro (grey warbler), kōtare (kingfisher), and dotterel, as well as rarer birds like the secretive bittern (nationally critical conservation status), mātātā (fernbird, at risk/declining conservation status), New Zealand dabchick (recovering conservation status), New Zealand scaupe, shining bronze cuckoo, spoonbill, white heron, and tomtit.
Other Taharoa Domain rules:
- No fires or fireworks are permitted in the Domain.
- Practice safe swimming. If you’re swimming with others, make sure you always keep an eye on your buddies. Remind your visitors there is no buoyancy in freshwater, and to be aware for the temperature drops that can occur with the sudden depth changes.
- No motorised craft on Lake Waikare or Lake Kai Iwi.
- Stay within the five knot speed limit on Lake Taharoa – please steer clear of swimming areas, particularly places like Pine Beach which can get crowded.
- If you or your visitors are using a jet ski, make sure it’s registered and the registration clearly displayed,. Check out the NRC website for further infomation.
- Keep to the walking tracks and take your rubbish home with you.
Read more information about Taharoa Domain on our website.
![Expressions of Interest to be sought for Taharoa Domain campgrounds](/images/blog/main/706_449_Kai Iwi Lakes.jpg)
- June 04, 2024
Taharoa Domain campgrounds may be under new management this summer after Kaipara District Council Elected Members agreed to seek Expressions of Interest for its operation.
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Online map shows latest slip repair details
- March 28, 2024
A new online mapping tool developed by Northland’s three district councils shows the latest repair plans for the remaining slips still affecting district roads following severe weather events that hit the region during 2022-23.
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January roading report
- February 29, 2024
January saw our teams commence routine spraying rounds, pavement repairs are full steam ahead and preseals and reseals are underway across the district.
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SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure – detour routes in place
- February 26, 2024
State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyn Hills is now closed for crucial recovery works. Detour routes through the Kaipara district are open and operating.
Read more![It's Northland Time - campaign to promote Northland](/images/blog/main/660_Kai Iwi Lakes.png)
It's Northland Time - campaign to promote Northland
- February 22, 2024
A nationwide campaign to promote Northland during the Brynderwyn Hills closure is just kicking off and will run throughout the period of the closure.
Read more![New facilities to meet Pine Beach camper demand](/images/blog/main/632_Wharepaku-crop.jpg)
- December 15, 2023
New facilities are on the cards for Pine Beach campground at Taharoa Domain.
Read more![Taking care of Taharoa Domain this summer](/images/blog/main/631_TD.jpg)
- December 14, 2023
It’s the busiest time of the year for Taharoa Domain – Kai Iwi Lakes, and we need you to help us look after this beautiful gem.
Read more![Further education and monitoring efforts to roll out for Taharoa Domain visitors](/images/blog/main/626_Kai Iwi Photog_Pahulu Aloua.jpg)
Further education and monitoring efforts to roll out for Taharoa Domain visitors
- December 01, 2023
Education and monitoring will be the main focus to stop freshwater gold clams from establishing in Kaipara District’s Taharoa Domain and Kai Iwi Lakes.
Read more![Funding approval for Kaipara tourism facilities](/images/blog/main/588_Baylys Beach boardwalk going past the toilet.jpg)
Funding approval for Kaipara tourism facilities
- September 26, 2023
Upgrading the Taharoa Domain day visitor toilet facilities, improving drainage in Mangawhai Community Park, and completing the award-winning Baylys Beach boardwalk are all on the cards for Kaipara District Council’s (KDC) work programme thanks to a cash injection from the Tourism Infrastructure Fund (TIF).
Read more![Kaipara's July roading report](/images/blog/main/568_Slip repairs Pebbebrooke Road.jpg)
Kaipara's July roading report
- August 24, 2023
The rainy weather persisted through July, resulting in 949 new pothole reports. To tackle the pothole issue, we introduced an additional pothole truck to speed up repairs.
Read more![Kaipara roading updates - Feb extreme weather events](/images/blog/main/501_Image (3).jpeg)
Kaipara roading updates - Feb extreme weather events
- May 04, 2023
February’s extreme weather events have impacted roads across Kaipara. Our roading network has suffered significant long-lasting damage, and many issues will not be a simple fix.
Read moreCouncil agrees to maintain existing waste strategy in changing environment
- April 05, 2023
Council has pressed pause on any changes to Kaipara’s waste and recycling services while a new waste strategy from central Government is assessed.
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Mental health support is available
- February 22, 2023
After February's extreme weather events, you or someone you know, may be feeling upset, exhausted, overwhelmed or uncertain. You don’t have to manage this on your own, there are free resources available to support you during this time.
Read more![Cyclone Gabrielle - Council Services](/images/blog/main/480_Council Services Update - Cyclone-01.jpg)
Cyclone Gabrielle - Council Services
- February 16, 2023
A number of our staff have been diverted to emergency services relating to Cyclone Gabrielle. Council services will continue but some with limited capacity so please be patient. We will continue to keep you updated.
Read more![Road conditions Friday 3 February 2023](/images/blog/main/465_gravel road.jpg)
Road conditions Friday 3 February 2023
- January 31, 2023
This article with be updated as information on Kaipara's roading network is available.
Read more![New officers to raise awareness of sustainable freedom camping](/images/blog/main/462_Mangawhai Harbour.jpg)
New officers to raise awareness of sustainable freedom camping
- January 17, 2023
Kaipara communities will soon see officers regularly patrolling freedom camping hot spots, offering education and increasing awareness of proposed new national freedom camping rules.
Read more![Taking care of Taharoa Domain](/images/blog/main/452_Taharoa-Domain-002.jpg)
- December 15, 2022
Summer is here and so are all our visitors. It’s the busiest time of the year for the Taharoa Domain, and we need you to help us look after this beautiful gem.
Read more![Looking after Kaipara this summer](/images/blog/main/453_Mangawhai-Resize.jpg)
Looking after Kaipara this summer
- December 14, 2022
Kaipara’s population is expected to explode during the summer break, with people enjoying the district’s beaches, lakes, and vibrant communities.
Read more![Security improved at Taharoa Domain](/images/blog/main/449_Kai Iwi Lakes.jpg)
- December 13, 2022
Security improvements at Taharoa Domain are now complete, enhancing the safety of campers, day trippers and Domain staff.
Read more![Council services during Christmas and New Year break](/images/blog/main/441_Recycle-Crop.jpg)
Council services during Christmas and New Year break
- December 05, 2022
Summer holidays are fast approaching! During this time critical Council services continue, with some changes due to staff availability.
Read more![Have your say on proposed speed changes for Poutō Peninsula and West Coast roads](/images/blog/main/430_421_Road Sign 80km_20220209.jpeg)
Have your say on proposed speed changes for Poutō Peninsula and West Coast roads
- October 28, 2022
Consultation is now open on a proposal for new speed limits in Kaipara’s Poutō Peninsula and West Coast catchment areas. You now have until Monday 5 December to give your feedback.
Read more![Consultation confirmed for West Kaipara speed limits](/images/blog/main/421_Road Sign 80km_20220209.jpeg)
- September 30, 2022
You can soon give your feedback on proposed speed limits changes to Poutō Peninsula and West Coast roads.
Read more![New fees structure for Taharoa Domain](/images/blog/main/395_Taharoa-Domain.jpg)
- September 02, 2022
A new fees structure for Taharoa Domain was confirmed at Kaipara’s August Council Meeting.
Read more![Myrtle Rust in Kaipara](/images/blog/main/171_myrtle-rust-collage.gif)
- May 24, 2021
The fungal disease Myrtle Rust has been discovered within the boundaries of the Taharoa Domain.
Read more![Kaipara Kai Hub team May mahi](/images/blog/main/169_Kai Iwi00010.png)
- May 19, 2021
The Kaipara Kai Hub team have been in the news a lot recently with all their peanut trial mahi!
Read more![Lake Taharoa clean up discovers lost treasures and rubbish](/images/blog/main/155_DSC05628.png)
Lake Taharoa clean up discovers lost treasures and rubbish
- April 15, 2021
A friendly reminder to take only photos and leave only footprints at the Taharoa Domain when exploring the wonderful jewel of Kaipara.
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