Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board

Russell-Ōpua Subdivision
The Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Far North District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of eight members: seven members elected by voters, including one member from your area, and one councillor from the Far North District council. There will be no election this year because there are the same number of candidates as there are positions. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board election.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

  • Find creative solutions to manage the Strand area and the many user groups while respecting the historic significance of the area.

    New Ōpua Playground Far North Holdings Limited reserve. Community recreational space community component of the marina resource consent.

    Implement dog recreation plan – identify and socialise exercise areas.

  • Find creative solutions to manage the Strand area and the many user groups while respecting the historic significance of the area.

    New Ōpua Playground Far North Holdings Limited reserve. Community recreational space community component of the marina resource consent.

    Implement dog recreation plan – identify and socialise exercise areas.