Record 773 people in hospital with Covid, 21,000 new cases; death toll hits 91
Vast majority of today's hospitalisations were there because of Covid.
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Greenpeace joins flotilla heading to oligarch's Northland hideaway
Protesters hope Russian billionaires will pressure Putin to end war in Ukraine.
Far North records more than 300 new Covid cases on Thursday
The latest Covid numbers released by the Northland District Health Board today.
Commerce Commission report finds need for more competition in market
Kaitaia needs another supermarket
Callers in need of urgent help asked to stay on the line
Spike in non-urgent calls related to Covid-19 leads to longer wait times on 111 calls.
Dirt bike rider dies after late night crash in Raumanga
The crash unfolded at the intersection of SH 1 and Raumanga Valley Rd late last night.
'Can't afford a $2 sausage' as cost of living hits hard
Price of petrol forcing workers to quit their jobs as they can't afford the commute.
One of Waipū's few heritage landmarks gets special plaque
Waipū heritage landmark recognised by Heritage NZ.
'Perfect storm': Covid staff shortages hit farmers, leave store shelves empty
A combination of negative factors is affecting the flow of meat from farm gate to plate.
Sandy Myhre's latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds
Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds
News snippets from Northland
Arrest after Tikipunga incident, speedway gears up, peace flotilla, Super Rugby moved.
Waipū volunteer lifeguards and firefighters save man dying on the roadside
The man suddenly collapsed while travelling in the car with his wife along Cove Rd, Waipū.
Waka Kotahi say hapū were adequately consulted over project
Papakawau Culvert name protest comes to an end.
Northland leader has major concerns for democracy over Three Waters plan
Northland leaders respond to latest Three Waters update.
Northland Pre Apprentice Trades students' gift to kohanga reo kids is a win-win
The students built a sandpit for kohanga reo kids.
Northland double shooting probed by Coroner
Coroner investigates gun access after Northland property inspectors were shot by tenant.
Covid 19 Omicron outbreak: Northland tops 700 cases second day in a row, Novovax becomes available
The Omicron wave in Northland is spreading each day, with 716 new cases recorded today.
'Disgustingly bullied': Woman who sparked Northland lockdown speaks
It comes after police ruled out charges against her and her travelling companion.
Man wanted over Tikipunga car-smashing incident caught by police
A wanted man who allegedly smashed up cars in a bid to flee police has been arrested.
Four deaths, 22,454 cases, 742 in hospital; isolation requirement to drop to 7 days
Isolation period for cases, household contacts will be reduced from 10 to seven days.
First Covid death in Gisborne, South Auckland rest home sees half residents test positive
The man was admitted to hospital by ambulance last Friday.
Last ever crude oil delivery to Northland's Marsden Pt Oil Refinery
Last crude oil ship calls at Northland's Marsden Pt refinery.
News snippets from Northland
Bay of Islands Ocean swim back again, and Far North thriller released.
Ellie Eastwood finishes swimming scholarship 'with a bang'
Northland swimmer wins two golds, one silver and two bronze at US swimming champs.
Vaughan Gunson: We all deserve the same water quality
All of the country's water infrastructure assets should be up to the same standards.
Northland family desperate to fast-track Ukrainian visa process, as mum flees war-zone with single backpack
Northland man pushes to bring his mother-in-law from Ukraine to New Zealand.
Water shares for councils and ombudsman suggested for Three Waters reform
Auckland could take Whangārei's excess water once oil refinery closes
Man who sexually abused boys jailed
Ryan Burrows must serve at least two thirds of his sentence before eligible for parole.
Covid-positive women behind Northland snap lockdown will not be charged
Why the women won't be charged in relation to last year's snap lockdown in Northland.
Almost 24,000 cases, 756 people in hospital, 16 in ICU/HDU
Latest numbers on New Zealand's Covid-19 outbreak are expected soon.
Live: 25,000 students and teachers isolating with Covid-19
About 60 per cent of schools around the country have at least one case of Covid-19.
Recording of intergenerational knowledge supported by grant
A look at the Oruru Valley's cultural significance and how a recent grant will protect it.
More than 700 new daily cases of Covid-19 in Northland on Tuesday
More than 700 Covid cases have been reported in Northland today.
'Our whole world turned upside' say couple after son's cancer diagnosis
Whānau share the moment they found out the worst news of their life