Daily bag limits raised to tackle kina issue
Those battling Northland’s kina barren problem are getting new tools.
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News in brief: Taking a closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Private island site no excuse for not fencing swimming pool in Far North
The owners of Motukawaiti Island had argued young children would never visit the site.
Far North leading the way in resurgence of traditional rongoā Māori healing
Traditional hauora Māori practices explored at Fabulous Fridays.
It's the right thing to do: Government commits to rollout of speed camera warning signs
The Government is installing warning signs at speed cameras including those in Northland.
Speed camera finally turned on after decade-long community campaign
The camera was just one more tool to persuade drivers to stick to the speed limit.
News in brief: Police seek more information after recovering vehicle used in shooting, Renowned scientists to visit Kerikeri
The latest news bites from around the region.
Northland Police recover vehicle used in gunshot incident, seek more information
Police appeal for sightings of vehicle in Whangārei firearms incident
Parent wanted family to die together: On trial for attempted murder and coercing suicide
The daughter required hospital treatment after the incident, the prosecution says.
Controversial rescue helicopter base to stay in Kensington for another year
Northland Emergency Services Trust (NEST)’s Kensington to run till 2026.
News in brief: Whangārei in the running for Six60 gig; tonnes of citrus for the South Island
The latest news bites from around the region.
It's been a major: Volunteers show off upgrade at historic Jack Morgan Museum
Northland volunteers are delighted at the new-look Jack Morgan Museum.
Kevin Page: Getting the inside story on Brissie
OPINION: It pays to get the story correct before it’s passed on doesn’t it?
Cat chaos at Far North pensioner flats in council sights
A woman says up to 50 wild cats live under and around her flat.
Far North news in brief: Northland in the running for Six60 gig
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaikohe farmers from Uruguay inspiring would-be young farmers at Northland College
Uruguayan couple inspiring next generation of Far North farmers.
School holiday dampener may clear throughout week, says MetService.
A heavy rain watch remains in place until 2pm today
Charter school may be coming back to Whangārei
Te Kapehu Whetu principal Raewyn Tipene met with David Seymour yesterday.
Te Tai Tokerau tertiary scholarship winners named
The 2024 winners will each get $4000 and paid NRC work experience..
'Life-threatening': Hokianga residents petition changes to St John ambulance services
Hokianga residents are concerned about changes to the Rawene St John ambulance station.
Northland leaders double down on Northport expansion after ruling
Boosting transport infrastructure connectivity is one of the key goals.
Our Treasures: Whare Whakairo Project reignited
OPINION: Collier was not only a man with a civic conscience, but of unstoppable action.
Carolyn Hansen: Mitochondria – the powerhouse of our cells
OPINION: Bad habits, unhealthy lifestyles decrease our energy levels and accelerate aging.
Kawakawa's quirky, colourful Hundertwasser loos get Heritage NZ plaque to mark status
Heritage NZ plaque to recognise Kawakawa Hundertwasser toilets' status
A night to remember: Makeup artists and hairdressers unite for school ball
Katy Taylor noticed ball season was a logistical nightmare, so she came up with a solution
Delays expected after serious crash in Whangārei causes road closure
Serious crash blocks Ngunguru Road in Glenbervie, Northland
Kaipara waste to energy plant investigation ends with no report
The council’s role in any future local WtE plant will be purely regulatory.
PPTA calls for more time to make submissions on charter schools
The clash between David Seymour and education union continues.
Dumped and emaciated: Influx of puppies dumped on roadsides and bushes in Far North
The Kerikeri SPCA has seen an influx of abandoned puppies.
John Williamson: Is leaving the Northland Transportation Alliance a good idea?
OPINION: Now, these local authorities have to rebuild and duplicate the systems.
Five gold medals at major international awards for Kiwi winery
Northland winery The Landing Wine wins big at international awards.
Northport expansion's creation of jobs outweighed by coastal impact
Independent commissioners have declined the resource consents to expand.
Seven people accounted for following reports of yacht in trouble
The Coastguard is understood to have attended the scene
Poor work blamed for Cape Rēinga slip, while climate change floods track
Fill which was poorly placed, then paved over, contributed to the slip in May 2023.