Expressions of interest are being sought for a proposed commercial kitchen or food related business in the new Kaikohe civic hub. Photo / 123rf
Expressions of interest are being sought for a proposed commercial kitchen or food related business in the new Kaikohe civic hub. Photo / 123rf
Expressions of interest are being sought for a proposed commercial kitchen or food related business in the new Kaikohe Library and Civic Hub. The hub facility, located on the corner of Broadway and Raihara St, is under construction and expected to be completed later this year. An indicative floorplan is available showing the layout and location of the 65m² space within the hub. The food business or café will supply to Kaikohe Library and Civic Hub customers, with opening times likely to align with library hours of Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm and Saturdays, 9am to 1pm. The target date for commencing operation is October 2026. Interested parties can call 0800 920 029 to ask the Property Management Team for more information.
Boatie details
Northland boat owners are being reminded to display contact details on vessels at moorings so they can be reached if problems arise. Deputy Harbourmaster Peter Thomas says unattended boats often break free, take on water or suffer damage, especially after bad weather. Navigation safety bylaws require a visible phone number or email, with a $50 fine for non-compliance. Thomas warned that council staff will be stepping up enforcement on this issue.
Sweet success
T&G Fresh is expecting a bumper crop of satsuma mandarins this year, helping deliver a plentiful supply for Kiwi consumers. Harvesting began over Easter in Northland and, between its own orchards and those of partner growers, T&G is expecting 400 tonnes of extra fruit from the region this year. GM of growing Ben Smith said a larger crop and bigger average fruit size are both contributing to the uplift, after 2025 was an off year for mandarins.
Whangārei Hospital is getting peer support workers for its emergency department (ED) to help people in a mental health crisis. Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey said the peer support specialists have already been successful at eight hospitals and will now be introduced to Whangārei, Hutt Valley and Hawke’s Bay Hospitals by the end of the year. The workers can help people feel understood, supported and connected at a time when they are often at their most vulnerable.
