Second Northland filming location for Jason Momoa's Chief of War abandoned
Locals were reportedly “very excited” about the prospect of filming.
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Opinion: Any concerns about civic centre now put to rest
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The latest news bites from around the region.
Sharks score off a turnover to win in Kaihu
The Sharks overpowered Kamo at home in their Premier rugby meeting.
100-year-old motorcycles feature at annual Northland rally
A motorcycle from 1918 featured at the annual event.
Council: Whangārei Civic Centre safe for staff to move in
The WDC says the discovery of toxic black mould has not delayed about 500 staff moving in.
‘Right place, right time’ as yachtie rescued in Whangārei Harbour
Solo sailor got into difficulties off McLeod Bay around noon on Saturday.
Our Treasures: Disco the Kiwi's final dance before release back into the wild
Disco's departure has sparked mixed emotions from the team at Kiwi North.
Carolyn Hansen: Beating the myth out of 'beating the bulge'
Tight hip flexors can lead to a lot of issues - not just around our stomachs.
Brent Eastwood: How sporting codes are trying to keep kids engaged
A huge effort is being put into the way sporting codes cater for younger people.
Joe Bennett: Health and safety - the two most dangerous words in the modern lexicon
How a tale of troublesome tipple proves a point about autonomy.
News in brief: Rāhui for missing kayaker lifted; trio arrested after overnight burglary
The latest news bites from around the region.
How safe is your job? Where the economic challenges will bite
Employment numbers up in Northland but tough times ahead for some businesses
Nomadic tree planters put down roots in Northland — starting with 1500 trees a day
Meg and Lucas are doing their bit planting trees throughout Northland.
Flooding hits Ahipara as Civil Defence lifts tsunami advice
The quake struck southeast of the Loyalty Islands this afternoon.
'Worst seaweed pest' found in Bay of Islands days after council sounds alarm
The “foot and mouth” of marine seaweed pests was discovered on a Rāwhiti beach.
Royal Navy sailors return to Ngāwhā after 180 years
Group from HMS Spey first to visit graves of British dead from 1845 battle of Ōhaeawai.
‘They’re good fellas’: Boaties at centre of life-saving rescue drama thank Northland helicopter crew
Skipper urges other boaties to be prepared with the right gear, training and communication
'It's about being an upstander': Pink Shirt Day celebrated in Whangārei
Schools across the region spread awareness for anti-bullying by dressing in pink attire.
WorkSafe prohibits high-risk school trips after Abbey Caves death
WorkSafe has issued two notices to the high school as it undergoes investigation.
'Terrible' dog pound euthanasia rates under fire
Animal group raises concerns but experts urge caution when rehoming.
'It was my worst nightmare': Dad relives day son hurt in deadly crash
The ute Ryan Hall's young son was travelling in collided head-on with a truck.
Fine weather sees delayed Northland bowls comps finally played
Janice Little wins delayed Northland Women's Centre Singles bowls title.
Harshinni Nayyar from Whangārei Girls High to compete in national Race Unity Speech Awards final
Whangārei Girls' High student Harshinni Nayyar wins regional Race Unity Speech Awards
70 students compete at Northland Scholastic Surf trials
Northland Scholastic Surf trials see big turnout from region's schools
Budget 2023 report card: Do the Govt's financial commitments meet the grade?
Four themes dominate this year's Budget - the cost of living among them.
Funding to tackle family, sexual violence “brilliant” but system needs to change
Initiatives aim to support kids and ease victims’ trauma from going through court system.
More funding for frontline cops, but programme to tackle repeat child offenders bypassed
Budget commits an extra $50.8m to maintain frontline police numbers.
Far North residents choosing not to get cancer treatment because of travel stress
Funding to support isolated Northland communities get access to hospital services.
Ruakākā children's deaths: Police took nearly an hour to dispatch staff
Police shared further details after their response time raised questions.
Cost of living crunch or 'no ideas' - Budget 2023 breakdown
Kids (and their parents) are the big winners with childcare subsidy, public transport.
Northland leaders need more detail on amount of road repair funding
Budget 2023: Northland leader responds to "poor" roading repair package.
Budget 2023: $160m to gaming sector, rebate for video game developers
The sector contributed $7 billion towards New Zealand’s GDP in 2021.
Budget 2023 breakdown: Massive EV charging expansion among climate change initiatives
New climate-focused initiatives include expanding the electric vehicle charging network.