About New Corella
Discover the history, geography, and governance of the Municipality of New Corella, Davao del Norte.
OVERVIEW
The Heart of Davao del Norte
New Corella is a first-class municipality in the province of Davao del Norte, located in the Davao Region of Mindanao, Philippines. Established through Republic Act No. 4747 on June 18, 1966, the municipality covers a land area of 263.12 square kilometers. Based on the 2024 census, New Corella has a population of 60,454 individuals residing in 13,958 households. The municipality continues to grow as an agricultural and eco-tourism destination while promoting sustainable development and quality public service for its residents.
Province
Davao del Norte
Region
Region XI (Davao)
Land Area
263.12 km²
Income Class
1st Class
No. of Barangays
20
Postal Code
8104
2nd District, Davao del Norte
Location
~60,454
Population
1966
Founded
Vision, Mission & Belief
Our guiding principles for good governance
Vision
New Corella is a premier eco-cultural tourism destination with a socially empowered and disaster-resilient community living in a country-wide competitiveness, agri-industrialized, and ecologically balanced environment governed by committed public servants.
Mission
We, the people of New Corella, commit ourselves to improving the quality of life by:
a. Attaining total human development;
b. Ensuring multi-sectoral participation in local governance;
c. Protecting an ecologically balanced environment;
d. Adopting a sustainable and appropriate agri-based technology;
e. Ensuring effective and efficient delivery of basic social services;
f. Managing a progressive and equitable local economy; and
g. Equipping a climate change resilient community.
Core Beliefs
It is believed that the community's progress springs from the strength and growth of each family unit. This development approach prioritizes dynamic, community-centric initiatives that nurture respect, integrity, justice, and mutual support. This philosophy is articulated in the local governance theme:
"Lambo Pamilya, Uswag New Corella!"
Our History
Key milestones in the development of New Corella
New Corella was officially created as a municipality in Davao del Norte.
Construction of the first permanent Municipal Hall building.
Recognized as a key agricultural municipality in Region XI.
Elevated to 1st class municipality status by the DILG.
Launched online services and digitized civil registry records.
Received the Seal of Good Local Governance from the DILG.