Restoration begins at church on battlefield site
Church restoration part of a wider project to remember the 1845 Battle of Ōhaeawai.
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Bay of Islands Vintage Railway to get new engine
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Millions of pine seedlings destined for the North's hills
Worldwide demand for wood makes forestry investments attractive
You're more likely to die on Northland's roads because of drugs and booze
A lack of police staff when we need them makes catching Northland's drink-drivers harder.
Far North residents 'super excited' SH1 to reopen after nearly one year
Far North residents are "super excited" about the opening of the main state highway.
News in brief: Bones dumped not human; jury expected to retire
Murder trial jury expected to retire; police investigate shooting.
Partnership, collaboration key to unlocking Northland tourism potential
Our region is relatively undiscovered, seen as a developing destination, says Tania Burt.
Warming homes using ovens 'not uncommon' in Northland.
Northland whanau who have heated their homes with ovens have received winter warmer packs.
Gentle giant's numbers boosted as more wētāpunga released in Bay
'Finally insects are grabbing the limelight. They are the ones that run the planet.'
Handwritten Māori early 20th century diary, calendar on display
Ihaka te Tai's diary and maramataka are on display at Whangārei Museum during Matariki.
News in brief: Pasifika community Covid-19 information meeting, canopy bridge to glow orange
News snippets from around the region.
Is this Northland's cheapest coffee?
A Moerewa cafe serves $3.80 coffees with a generous helping of family history.
Northland's best youth bands battle for musical glory
Mind-blowing musicianship as nine youth bands from Whangārei to Kaitaia take to the stage,
Atrocious goat track: Motorist fumes over state of Northland state highway
Northland motorists are tired of forking out to fix car damage caused by state highways.
For the love of beer: Northland craft brewers reveal secret ingredients
Reporter Jenny Ling discovers what's behind the success of two Northland craft breweries.
Woman convicted of animal cruelty now in North selling horses
A disgraced Australian puppy farmer is operating a business selling horses in Northland.
Inside story: The convicted rapist who sold girl, 15, for sex
An interview with the woman who forced into the open a predator's abuse of a child.
News in brief: Raised pedestrian crossing for Moerewa, Oromahoe School's Matariki Light Festival postponed
A selection of news snippets form around the region.
The rationale is that you may get a hangover, but it's better than a migraine.
Apparently it's rare to get migraines when you are over 50.
The fish called 'sport' cannot afford to rot from the head
Improving the capability and capacity of sport governance in Northland.
Carolyn Hansen: It's action that brings intentions to life
What separates the doers from the dreamers?
Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump - hair today gone tomorrow.
Denial of ageing is a massive industry especially in the world's richest country,
Dial change: Coast-ing across Northland on one frequency
Frequency changes to Coast and The Hits frequencies across parts of Northland.
News in brief: Evacuation at Kaikohe school, footpath work progresses
New snippets from around the region.
Huge onion tower barging down Hātea River
Crowning jewel of Hundertwasser project set for installation next week.
Pātaka kai in memory of Kerikeri woman's generosity
The late Nalinee Giri was known for giving away food and clothing to those who needed it.
Neighbours, firefighters, vets pull together to save Gilbert the horse
Gilbert was up to his neck in mud until ''super hero'' neighbour took charge.
Fish to Fish: 'It's all about fish and fishing for the people''
Fish processing company keeps fishing local
Return of New Zealand Tourism Awards welcomed
Former award winners look forward to return of the awards night this year.
Korean spiritual leader made to pay $1.24m for property purchase breaches
Judge accepted breaches were accidental and Lee's businesses had helped the Far North.
Kai, culture and 'bombs' at new Matariki Festival
Mix of culture, kai and starry skies make Bay of Islands an ideal place for the festival.
Vaughan Gunson: Let's unpack the transport options
Hard work is needed to promote an alternative vision of transport in Northland.
Oromahoe School's magical Light Festival returns this weekend
School's popular Matariki festival a mid-winter highlight.