Essential workers in Northland can get free childcare from today
Northland's essential workers can get free access to childcare from today.
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Police presence at Northland/Auckland 'border' increased, turning back holiday-makers
Police say they'll keep up a visible presence across Te Tai Tokerau throughout level 4.
Packing a punch: What drives Kaitaia boxer Mea Motu
Kaitaia-born Mea 'The Nightmea' Motu is gearing up for the biggest fight of her career.
Covid 19 found near Northland's border in wastewater at Warkworth
Covid 19 detected in wastewater testing at Warkworth, just south of Northland's border
Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues fest organisers await wastewater test results
The August 13-15 festival drew crowds from as far away as Dunedin, and many Aucklanders.
Oops ... Alleged car thief accidentally takes off with Covid test swab
The incident occurred as a patient was being escorted to Whangārei Hospital.
Former Deputy PM Sir Michael Cullen 'made NZ a better place'
Former Deputy PM reshaped NZ with the Cullen Fund, KiwiSaver and Working For Families.
News snippets from Northland
Teen pedestrian hit by car; and some aspects of SPCA open during lockdown.
Locals close idyllic beach, call out lockdown breakers
Only two people so far have refused to leave.
Virtual invite inside Northlanders' bubbles
What's been going on inside your bubble? We take a look from afar.
Kaitaia pair arrested after supermarket face mask fracas
Charges are threatening behaviour, disorderly behaviour, not following Covid-19 direction.
Resurgence of traditional Māori healing sees Rongoā Clinic open
NDHB worked with community to co-design delivery as an integral health service.
Northland schools have Covid-19 level 4 procedures in place and were prepared for a lockdown
Northland school heads ask students and parents to not panic, and to enjoy family time.
Lockdown leaves kuia stranded in Far North
Kuia Rose Greaves managed to get a lift home to Auckland after being stuck in Northland.
Police turning back holidaymakers
Compliance with level 4 rules 'good' as police keep up their visibility around Northland.
Police called to Kaitaia supermarket after man refuses to wear mask
Northland supermarkets clamp down on customers not wearing mandatory masks in public.
Covid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Northlanders resisting the pull of the region's coastlines
Last year's level 4 lockdown saw a number of Auckland boaties hit Northland's coastline.
Covid 19 vaccinations in Northland today only for those who have already booked
Northlanders wanting Covid 19 jabs today will be turned away unless they have booked.
Green grass of home might look different in future
Pasture resilience is 'a hot topic and the subject of a lot of research'
'Selfish, appalling': Aucklanders slammed for lockdown exodus
Up to 500 cars an hour seen heading north after lockdown announced.
GPs still open, dentists run emergency service only
Covid vaccinations will restart from 8am Thursday.
FNDC Mayor says stay courteous and respectful
Far North District Council tells people to remain courteous and respectful of each other.
R Tucker Thompson gets a rig replacement
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
How locals can support small businesses in lockdown
Northlanders are urged to think outside the box to support local businesses in lockdown.
If WOF, rego checks make our roads safer then so be it
All road vehicles must be legal and safe to be on the road, says road safety advocate
Wanda Peri wins $20,000 for Northland's Otaua Sports Club as ANZ Local Legend
Northlander and netball stalwart earns ANZ Local Legend award.
Treaty belongs at heart of regional growth plans
Treaty principles of 'Partnership, Participation' and Protection' of assets fundamental.
Covid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Northland police say locals sticking to the rules
Last year's level 4 lockdown saw Northland police deal with 234 serious Covid breaches.
Northland's public services disrupted during Covid lockdown
Council services in Northland reduced during lockdown
Northland closes as Level 4 lockdown kicks in
Some crucial information for Northlanders during Level 4 lockdown
Level 4 lockdown for Northland after positive Covid case in Auckland
Northland in Covid Level 4 lockdown for 3 days
Everyone's choice counts for immunity
When we vaccinate ourselves, we protect whānau.
'The world's best kept secret': Kaitaia in running for NZ's most beautiful small town title
The news has surprised even the Far North town's most passionate supporters.
Fresh accolade for Northland film-maker Florian Habicht
Northland film-maker Florian Habicht is an Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi Laureate.