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We are thrilled to share some significant progress and updates on the Pou Herenga Tai – Twin Coast Cycle Trail project, developing a new cycle trail alongside the train in the rail corridor between Taumārere and Ōpua. Our aim is to enhance our community’s connectivity and visitor recreational opportunities.  We are pleased to announce that […]

The Twin Coast Cycle Trail is more than beautiful scenery, more than an easy two-day ride, and more than an environmentally friendly tourism product. It is an authentic connection between our Far North communities, a glimpse into a rich cultural history, and an introduction to some lovely people! One of those lovely people is –

The Cycle Trail Trust needs to complete some urgent maintenance work during the quieter winter months in preparation for the busier summer months. Contractors are getting ready to carry out some major maintenance in June. If you are planning a trip along the trail this month, please read on for the maintenance details so you

Work is underway to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians on the junction of Opua’s Franklin Street, English Bay Road, Oromahoe Road, and State Highway 11. A 60km/h speed limit has been introduced, as well as electronic safety signs that can be activated by cyclists and pedestrians.  Schools and the wider community are being advised

**UPDATE: Project has been slightly delayed and work is now due to start Sunday 19 November.** Works to make State Highway 11 safer for pedestrians and cyclists to cross the road between the intersections of the highway with Oromahoe Road and Franklin Street are about to start.  The works will include lowering the legal speed

29 October 2023 marks 100 years since the official opening of the Ōkaihau Railway Branch. The final stage of the link opened on October 29, 1923. A group of passionate locals from the Ōkaihau community have developed a railway-themed rest area along Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail to commemorate this significant event. The

Published on 14 December 2022 FNDC Cyclists and walkers will again be able to use one of the most popular sections of Te Pou Herenga Tai – Twin Coast Cycle Trail this summer following an agreement between Bay of Islands Vintage Railway Trust and the council to reopen a section of the trail between Te Ake

Cycling tourists and locals will soon have a safe and enjoyable alternative transport option when visiting one of the Far North’s most popular destinations once a cycle link is completed between Russell and Ōkiato. Construction of the first section of the path was started in mid-July by Bay of Islands Walkways Trust which is leading

The Far North District Council will develop a temporary cycle trail along roadsides between Ōpua and Taumarere as an interim measure, while plans to develop a permanent cycle trail along the railway corridor are progressed as originally planned. The Council opened the Ōpua-Taumarere section of the Twin Coast Cycle Trail along the rail corridor in

The Pou Herenga Tai | Twin Coast Cycle Trail is a big part of life for a Kaikohe school – for recreation, education and a whole lot of fun. The tumuaki (principal) Marea Timoko shares the story. Up in Te Tai Tokerau (Northland), Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Kaikohe offers total te reo Māori me