Two young Far North councillors recognised for leadership
Mayor says the national leadership roles show the district is progressive and inclusive.
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Dave Pennington - A selfless Red Cross volunteer
Dave Pennington helps the Red Cross at home and abroad in a variety of ways.
Northland Regional Council takes timber processor to court over unpaid debt
The council is seeking $860,580 in outstanding principal, costs and interest from REL.
In brief: Shellfish ban extended; water restrictions eased
News snippets from Northland.
Rates burden shifts as Far North land values soar
Sharp rise in land values means east coast will pay a bigger share of Far North rates.
Northlanders shiny happy people, survey says
Northlanders love spending time with their whānau more than the average Kiwi.
Food poisoning hits WBHS 1st XV ahead of grudge match
The food poisoning hit after an after-match function following a game against Wellsford.
Farmers and growers rejoice with decent rain
But soil moisture level in Northland not where it should be, Niwa says.
Four men on cannabis charges remanded in custody again
Four men charged over cannabis-growing operation remain in custody.
Increased Covid-19 testing shows no new Northland cases
The DHB is continuing to test for Covid-19 with extended hours at testing centres.
Northland man jailed for stabbing police dog, fleeing police
Man jailed for stabbing police dog trying to ram police cars, aggravated burglary.
Northland news in brief: Man sustains injuries from shotgun
News snippets from across the region.
Ex-NDHB head Brown calling for digital focus
Brown welcomed the proposed changes to the number of DHBs and how their boards functioned.
Two men appear in court in relation to Bridget Simmonds case
Whangārei man appears in court for murder of Bridget Simmonds.
Wayne Brown: Milk plant project 'complicated'
Market volatility a major factor holding back construction of milk plant in Kerikeri.
Jobs for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects
Jobs and opportunities for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects.
Why Northland's tsunami sirens are causing confusion
Northland's tsunami sirens confused with fire alarms.
More nurses needed to meet demand
Covid-19 impact may worsen nurse shortage in Northland.
Mayors call for govt intervention in electricity market
'Energy poverty' already a problem in parts of Northland.
Search for teen after firearm incident in Moerewa
Nineteen-year-old David Mane is wanted in relation to a firearms incident on Saturday.
Results of redundancy at LVL plant days away
Hundreds of worried LVL plant workers to know next week who will keep their jobs.
Bruce Rogan thinking about contesting election for new party
Prominent Northland local govt critic may contest election for new political party.
Northland news in brief: Honey Wars set to screen
News snippets from across the region.
Jail sentence ends Whangārei man's trail of destruction
Derek Lynn jailed for part in tyre stabbing crime spree.
Mum frustrated after 'horrible' Covid-19 testing debacle
The mother of Whangārei woman said the ordeal had been highly frustrating
Two Whangārei women test negative for Covid-19
The two women drove north on Wednesday after one had spent time in a quarantine facility.
Northland winter bowls in full swing
After a long break in play, Northland's bowling clubs are returning to the greens.
Redundancy news a bolt of lightning, says Whangārei man
Whangārei sawmill worker made redundant speaks about the hardship of losing his job.
Meth addiction lands repeat offender in court again
Shane Legg sentenced to home detention where his father is seriously ill and dying.
Bay businesses triple promotion spend as competition heats up for domestic tourists
Concerns are that otherwise region will be pushed to back of the queue.
Request for Parliament to look into proposed HNZ development
Puriri Park Rd housing plan hits a snag with a petition lodged in Parliament.
Northland sporting fabric changing for the better
Funding is still available for Northland's regional organisations and clubs.