Living in Northland

On the water

Patrol boat

Our role

We play an important part in keeping our harbours and lakes safe for everyone.

Northland coast.

Coast Publications

All publications relating to the coast are available in our resource library.

Kid wearing lifejacket

Safe boating rules

Know the key bylaws to stay safe when boating in and around Northland.

Whangarei harbour

Harbourmasters directions

Communication and navigation requirements for vessels entering Northland harbours.

Numbers

Maritime fees

Fees for pilotage and other maritime services provided by the Northland Regional Council.

Boat ramp

Boat ramps

Northland has a large number of public boat ramps in our harbours and lakes.

Coastguard

Coastguard and marine radio

Information on Northland maritime radio stations and Coastguard.

Crossing harbour bars

Find out which Northland harbours have sand bars and how to cross them safely.

Cruise ships visiting Northland

Find out which cruise ships are visiting Northland.

Binoculars

Harbour wardens

Our wardens are there to ensure everyone's safety on our harbours.

Boats in the harbour

Hātea River and Whāngārei Harbour

Information and maps following the completion of dredging in the Hātea River.

Jetski

Jetski registration

Find out why and how to register your jetski.

Marine reserve

Marine reserves

Find out more about the two marine reserves we have in Northland.

Mooring

Moorings and marinas

Find out how to get a mooring or marina berth in Northland.

Weather map

Weather and tides

Details of where to get marine weather forecast information and tide times.