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Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds, with Sandy Myhre
Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds
Shop worker spat on by anti-mandate protesters
Around 100 protesters are gathered in and around the Whangārei Police Station.
'Mr Kaitāia Rugby' passes away a week after receiving life member award
Club fans and officials plan a fitting tribute for tireless club devotee Barry Murray.
Poisoned wine: Police launch homicide investigation after man dies
Northland police appeal for information about who left poisoned wine in man's letterbox.
Farewell for Northland and Tutukākā legend Jeroen Jongejans
People far and wide farewell well-loved Northland identity Jeroen Jongejans.
Updated: Over 2000 active cases in Northland with 380 reported today
There are now 2200 active cases in Northland.
Northlanders urged not to light outdoor fires this weekend with strong winds forecast
Northland outdoor fire permits are cancelled this weekend ahead of strong winds.
Emily Henderson: The courage to pursue a vision is a remarkable thing
There's an opportunity to reconsider the energy future of our whole region
Our Frontline Heroes: 'It's all worth it knowing we are helping and serving our country' say defence and security staff
First-hand experiences from the workers who kept Northlanders safe during the lockdowns.
Could the days of relaxed cat ownership be over in Whangārei?
Submissions showed overwhelming support for stricter measures to manage cats in Whangārei.
Frustrated on the frontline: Northland education leaders want critical worker status and easier access to RATs
Northland education leaders demand RATs kits for teachers and school staff.
Comment: Partnerships the way forward for North tourism
Working together for the benefit of our visitor economy is more important now than ever.
News bites from around the region: daily Covid cases, driver charged, ownership review of Northpower Limited
Here are the latest news bites from around the region.
Motorcyclist Shane Harnett's death due to another motorist's careless use
Driver, 85, admits careless use causing death of motorcyclist at Ruakaka, last year
336 new cases reported by Northland DHB; 2 in hospital
The Ministry of Health reports 329 cases and 4 hospitalisation.
140km/h: Driver sped through Covid checkpoint because she was worried about missing sister
The woman drove on the wrong side of the road and sped through police road spikes.
Mangonui Rugby Sub-Union legend receives life member status
Barry Murray of Kaitaia has spent most of his life dedicated to the Far North rugby union.
Opponents formally stand against plans to move Northland rescue choppers
Opponents want pause on plan to shift Northland Rescue Helicopters to Onerahi Airport.
Our Frontline Heroes: How Kai Manaaki and Whānau Support help soothe loneliness
The Northern Advocate looks at the stories of a Far North Whānau Support team.
Extra $4.243m for Northland Māori Covid resilience and vaccinations
More money to boost Northland Māori vaccination rates and Covid resilience.
Northland housing prices crack $900k after strongest quarterly growth across NZ
A 7.9 per cent growth over the past quarter saw the average property value rise to $906k.
Skis at Whangārei Museum provide insight into development of ski equipment and skiing as a sport in NZ
Interesting items at Whangārei Museum include skis.
Veitayaki shares anecdotes of good times with Fijian team mate
Former Northland rep shares the pain of losing good friend and ex-All Black Joeli Vidiri.
'I don't know what Russia is going to gain from this war': Northland Russians and Ukrainians speak out
Ukraine and Russians in Northland speak about the horrors back home.
Significant increase of Covid in Northland wastewater
The Northland DHB reported 208 new cases of Covid 19 in Northland on Monday.
Our Frontline Heroes: Keeping the power and broadband on
First-hand experiences from the workers who kept Northlanders essential utilities running.
Josh Goodhue among the best Blues performers in an excruciating loss
Tom Robinson-captained Blues lose to the Canes in an epic Super Rugby Pacific battle.
Sheryl Mai: Whangārei District Council heading to court to oppose Three Waters plan
Court battle for Whangārei District Council over Three Waters reform
Northlander Ella Gunson retires from Black Sticks
After 232 Black Sticks' games Northland hockey stalwart Ella Gunson retires
Bay of Islands kids, Richie McCaw celebrate conservation success
Ex-All Black captain's visit celebrated Paihia business's win in tourism awards.
New Civil Defence tsunami category likely after Tutukaka surge damage
Tutukaka tsunami surge leads to rethink of alert categories