News snippets from Northland
Students to strike over climate change; meet Northland candidates on Aug 21 in Dargaville
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Church leader admits part in under-age sex ring
Michael Weitenberg was the "founder, senior elder and prophet" of an Auckland church.
Man in court over alleged Northland child sex abuse ring
Man in court over alleged Northland child sex abuse ring
E tū accuses Carter Holt Harvey of breaching Holidays Act
A dispute over alleged harvesting of annual leave at Northland sawmill ends up in the ERA.
Defence Force called in to help rare fairy terns
Defence Force called in to help Northland's rare fairy terns
Northland man to appear in court over kauri tree felling
A Northland man has been arrested and charged over the felling of kauri tree at hospital.
$15.5m supermarket redevelopment opens
A medical centre, gym, physio and several food outlets are among the new tenants.
Ramp falls off Ōpua car ferry in mid-channel
The ramp was recovered form the seabed on Sunday using a barge, a crane and divers.
Whangārei man in court over quarantine break-in
Morningside man has phone-in court hearing after isolation break-in at Crowne Plaza.
More heavy rain for Northland as region cleans up from last month's storm
More heavy rain for Northland as region cleans up from last month's storm.
Pandemic has changed Northlanders' shopping habits forever
Northlanders have taken to online shopping like ducks to water due to Covid restrictions.
Man to appear in Whangārei District Court on covid breach
Man on charge of breaching Covid 19 Act to appear in Whangārei District Court.
New Northland trust to enhance Te Araroa trail experience
A new Northland trust has been established to improve the Te Araroa trail experience.
10,000 free eco-light bulbs to help Kaitaia households save money
This month every household in urban Kaitaia will receive a letter with a voucher.
The 320km round-trip to break into isolation in Auckland: Man arrested
Whangārei man allegedly forced his way into managed isolation in Auckland.
Northland news briefs: Lotto jackpots, rain warning for region
News snippets from around the region.
Taipa Area School band Pig Hunters win Te Tai Tokerau Smokefree Tangata Beats
Six-piece go into the national selection pool for event's live national final.
Beware pirates when R. Tucker Thompson ties up next month
The 'Kiddies Pirate Sail Day' is sure to once again be a highlight in the three-day visit.
Pouto Point road trip worth the effort
Rugged but accessible coast, intriguing history and many recreational activities on offer.
Lebanese people are resilient, says Whangārei local who lived in Lebanon
Northlander who spent time in Lebanon as a child shares thoughts about the blast.
Police call for witnesses to fatal involving pedestrian on SH1
Two crashes involving trucks within two hours; and hitchhiker killed north of Hikurangi.
Plant enthusiasts establish outlet for rare indoor plants sale
Indoor plants hobbyists get together to buy and swap and exchange tips on plant care.
Keen eye on PGF: Auditor-General urges more transparency
Northland is reaping the benefits of PGF with $556m so far, more than any other region.
Man killed on SH1 in Northland while walking at night
Police want to speak to anyone who saw couple walking along SH1 before fatality.
Burglar fuels drug addiction by stealing cigarettes and cash
Guilty pleas to charges of burglaries of service stations and theft of cash and tobacco.
Northland band Alien Weaponry to play in Europe's first virtual metalfest
Thirteen metal festivals have clubbed together to deliver the three-day event.
Northland councils don't want Auckland in their three waters restructure mix
Northlanders fear their water needs would get lost among those of Auckland's residents.
Circus performer puts joy in Northlanders' lives
Gary Brophy plays clown on stage but off it he thinks about his siblings back home in Oz.
Go Local! Northland travel agencies plea to help 'haemorrhaging' industry
Hundreds of staff have already been made redundant throughout New Zealand.
Northlanders wanted to work on September's general election
Roles vary from the day itself to longer-term.
New funding a godsend for sports clubs
All organisations will be able to apply for up to $25,000 each.
Northland youth advocate team to get those 18-24 voting
Team's message is that having a say is 'cool'.