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Comment: Make 2022 the year of pure innovation
We are focusing on positively impacting our economy by helping businesses of all sizes.
Warning about driving on Northland's Ripiro Beach from Iwi and DoC
Drive carefully on Northland's Ripiro Beach over Summer - iwi, DoC.
Plan gears region for climate change impacts
Councils set out adaption plan to improve region's resilience
Principal receives awards for both leadership and mentoring
Manaia View School principal wins a crystal trophy and $10000 grant in an online ceremony.
Whangārei police believe potential shooting was gang-related
Armed police have gathered outside a Raumanga address as more officers attend the scene.
Iwi helping Northland checkpoints should be praised, Davis says
Iwi pilloried, others would be praised, Labour deputy leader says as border change looms.
Details reveal how planned police-led checkpoints will work
Officers and volunteers at the border checkpoints will manage around 20 cars at a time.
Northlanders go crazy on online shopping before Christmas, spend $1.4 on health and beauty products in October alone
Northland NZ Post sees the busiest Christmas period in the last 25 years.
Waste-savvy Kiwis ditch bin to reduce emissions
Waste-savvy Kiwis say how households can reduce their carbon footprint.
'Hectic weekend': Whangārei Heads surf lifeguards urge caution as seven swimmers rescued
Weekday patrols at popular Northland beaches begin on December 13 and a week later on 20.
Witnesses report seeing man covered in blood armed with machete in Whangārei
A police spokesman said the man was taken into custody "without incident".
Northland properties lighting up for Christmas
Residents jump on board the lights trail.
House prices in Whangārei creeping closer to the $1m mark
Surge in growth in Northland's housing market before interest rates rose back up again.
Hana Kōkō comes to Christmas Parade riding on his horse and cart
The Moerewa Christmas Parade was attended by at least 300 people.
America's Cup tender finds new life as BOI Coastguard rescue boat
A new rescue boat base at Paihia wharf will boost Coastguard's visibility and recruitment.
A different light - latest from Northland disability advocate Jonny Wilkinson
Cancellation of International Day of People with Disabilities events disappoint advocate
Feeling the heat: Climate change psychologist spreads hope
A psychologist advises us to think about climate change in manageable parts.
Whangārei Heads exhibition features Tamaterau's kaumatua and its story
History of Whangārei Heads settlement of Tamaterau will be on display
Editorial: When convenience kills the planet - uncomfortable conversations about climate change
Climate change means we need to change the way we eat, move, consume, create and think.
'Confusing': Mixed reactions as life in the red starts
Whangārei hospitality staff say My Vaccine Pass system is much-needed but also confusing.
Whangārei man attacked after refusing to buy drugs
A 27-year-old was attacked by a group of four last month after they barged into his car.
Whangārei Girls' High student Tia Martin has two works in online Ringa Toi that highlights Māori art
Artwork by Whangārei Girls' High student features in online album showcasing Toi Māori
English lifeboat relaunches with new lease on life in Northland
A boat built in England in 1980 and now refitted has a new lease on life.
Dairy owner robbed at gunpoint: 'My daughter was so scared she couldn't sleep'
Tuesday's aggravated robbery is the latest attack on Whangārei dairy businesses.
Northland Bowls: Men and women's centre open championship fours on
Vaccine passes and masks needed for Northland bowls games
'When the border opens, we will be standing there with police at that time'
The full details are yet to be made public about what the joint operation will look like.
How you can make this Christmas special for children
Filling shoeboxes with goodies for needy children
Bay of Islands border plan scrapped
Bay of Island hapū members have volunteered to help Tai Tokerau Border Control instead.
Northland holidaymakers warned to plan ahead as Far North iwi protect themselves against Covid
Maitai Bay in the Karikari Peninsula remains closed to visitors over the summer period.