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Summer is the busiest time of the year for Taharoa Domain – Kai Iwi Lakes
- December 14, 2023
Taking care of Taharoa Domain this summer
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.
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.
Follow new Check, Clean, Dry rules
Before you arrive at the Domain, play your part in protecting the lakes from invasive freshwater clams. Follow new Check, Clean, Dry rules for all watercraft, gear, or clothing at other lakes or rivers, especially the Waikato River. Biosecurity spot checks are being done during the summer break.
More information on new Check, Clean, Dry rules and the latest information about the invasive freshwater clam is available at biosecurity.govt.nz/freshwaterclams
Taharoa Domain rules
Please remind your visitors of the rules in place which protect Taharoa Domain and the people who enjoy it:
- No dogs are permitted in the Domain.
- 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.
Check out more information about Taharoa Domain at kaipara.govt.nz/kai-iwi-lakes
Baylys Beach
Dargaville
Glinks Gully
Hakaru
Kaiwaka
Mangawhai
Matakohe
Maungaturoto
Pahi
Paparoa
Ripiro Beach
Roads
Taharoa Domain
Te Kopuru
Roading report - October 2024
- November 14, 2024
In October, Kaipara's roading team powered through 55% of necessary pre-seal works, in preparation for re-seals next year.
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- August 02, 2024
Two of Northland’s most iconic campgrounds at Kai Iwi Lakes could be under new management in 2025 if Kaipara District Council’s Request for Expressions of Interest bears fruit.
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Baylys Beach
Dargaville
Emergency Management
Hakaru
Kaihu
Kaiwaka
Kellys Bay
Mangawhai
Matakohe
Maungaturoto
Pahi
Paparoa
Ripiro Beach
Roads
Ruawai
Taharoa Domain
Te Kopuru
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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Baylys Beach
Dargaville
Footpaths
Hakaru
Kaihu
Kaiwaka
Mangawhai
Matakohe
Maungaturoto
Paparoa
Ripiro Beach
Roads
Taharoa Domain
Te Kopuru
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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- December 15, 2023
New facilities are on the cards for Pine Beach campground at Taharoa Domain.
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Biosecurity
Kai Iwi Lakes
Taharoa Domain
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.
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Baylys Beach
Footpaths
Funding
Infrastructure projects
Kai Iwi Lakes
Mangawhai
Mangawhai Community Plan
Stormwater
Taharoa Domain
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).
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- September 22, 2023
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.
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Community
Dargaville
Kai Iwi Lakes
Mangawhai
Parks
Rates
Rubbish and Recycling
Taharoa Domain
Paparoa
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.
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- 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.
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Animal Management
Community
Dargaville
Hakaru
Kai Iwi Lakes
Kaiwaka
Mangawhai
Pahi
Paparoa
Ripiro Beach
Ruawai
Rubbish and Recycling
Taharoa Domain
Te Kopuru
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.
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- December 13, 2022
Security improvements at Taharoa Domain are now complete, enhancing the safety of campers, day trippers and Domain staff.
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- September 21, 2022
A chainsaw course for Dargaville High School students saw wattle and other pest plants removed from Old Mt Wesley cemetery.
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- September 02, 2022
A new fees structure for Taharoa Domain was confirmed at Kaipara’s August Council Meeting.
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- May 24, 2021
The fungal disease Myrtle Rust has been discovered within the boundaries of the Taharoa Domain.
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Community
Joint projects
Parks
Rubbish and Recycling
Kai Iwi Lakes
Taharoa Domain
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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