Grass starting to grow with good rain in Northland, but drought continues
More rain in March in Northland than whole of January and February.
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Coronavirus: Psychotherapist talks lockdown mental health
Here's some tips on how to help keep mentally well during isolation.
Missing Whangārei teenager driven north
Missing school girl returned to Whangārei after being spotted in Kumeu.
Eastwood: Optimism key in the face of Covid-19
Sport Northland CEO Brent Eastwood gives his advice on how to stay active in lockdown.
Whakapara roadblock scrapped, tourists turned back at others
Campervan, five carloads of tourists going to Ahipara turned back from Kaitaia checkpoint.
Neighbourly spirit alive during Covid-19 lockdown
Northlanders are coming together to support each other in the Covid-19 lockdown.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Pharmacies swamped, strict measures to stop virus
Pharmacies urging customers to phone or email instead of dropping in.
Mayor's lockdown message: Stay home, stay safe, save lives
The lockdown began at 11:59pm yesterday after a state of national emergency was declared.
Vote now: Who is your sideline champion?
Voting ends on April 1 so make sure you get in and vote for your favourite.
Beach access restricted, lifeguards stop patrols in lockdown
It was expected the public would not drive to any beach during the lockdown.
Homeless will be fed, but where to lock down?
There are few places where Northland's homeless can stay for four weeks.
Northern Advocate office closed but open for business
Northern Advocate still open for business, despite offices closed
Covid-19 coronavirus: Coastguard asks Northlanders to stay off water during lockdown
Big changes for everyone as Northland and NZ go into lockdown.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Blockade will go ahead, Harawira pledges
Government moves to raise Covid-19 alert 'too little, too late'.
Hone Harawira to lockdown Far North with 'medical checkpoints'
Harawira says "this isn't a pitchfork exercise, this is serious."
Ninety Mile Snapper Bonanza won by Aucklander
Northland's Ninety Mile Snapper Bonanza won by Aucklander
Marsden Pt Refinery's hydrocracker shut down for two weeks for planned maintenance
Marsden Pt Refinery shut down for two weeks for planned maintenance.
Brandt Shortland moves from coroner role to District Court judge
Kaikohe gets its first resident District Court judge - Brandt Shortland.
Hellesoe says parents must keep perspective
After throwing herself in the deep end, swim coach Ramona Hellesoe is now on top.
Stranded Whangārei senior citizens susceptible to Covid-19
Stranded Whangārei couple on cruise ship may be able to fly out of Rome last night.
Covid 19 coronavirus: Northlanders need to check in on older people
Even doing something small - like calling older people - can make a difference.
Covid-19 level rises - what it means for Northlanders
Public places, restaurants and schools closed in Northland as govt ramps up restrictions.
Photos: Kiwi Can Whangaroa Raft Race 2020
This year's standout raft, possibly the fastest yet, was made from corrugated iron.
$1m lotto win, hospital visitor numbers cut
News from around Te Tai Tokerau including the latest lotto win.
Detail: Local bowls and golf results
These will be some of the last bowls and golf competitions held, due to Covid-19.
Unique Northland fundraiser collects $25,400 for Kind Hands charity
Unique Northland fundraiser collects $25,400 for Kind Hands charity.
Three more sheep stolen and slaughtered on paddock
A Dargaville man frustrated at ongoing theft of his sheep has given up grazing them.
Coronavirus: Second case in Northland; NZ total 66
A new case of Covid-19 had been confirmed in Northland. The national total is now 66.
Lawson: Covid-19 puts club competitions at risk
With the Covid-19 coronavirus impacting local sport, Northland's bowlers must take care.
Russell tourism operator wants action on private homes rented out over internet
Holiday Park owner operator wants action on private homes rented out over web platforms.
Northland leaders call for calm after PM announcement
Northland mayors Sheryl Mai, John Carter and Jason Smith have all echoed the same message.
Opinion: Sport will persist if we stick together
In uncertain times, panic is the easy option. Now, we have to be strong for our whānau.
No new Northland cases in 14 new positive Covid-19 cases
There are now 52 confirmed cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus in New Zealand.