Driver turned back at checkpoint after 600km trip for 'a bit of fishing'
The end of level 4 doesn't mean an end to the ban on unnecessary travel.
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Muslim community adapt Ramadan celebrations during lockdown
Once NZ moves to alert level 2, Muslims will be allowed back to the mosque.
No easing off until all sectors are safely back on stream
We must keep playing by the rules, stay regional, think local and share responsibility...
Was New Zealand's lockdown an overreaction?
In mid-March a decision had to be made based on what was known and unknown.
Northland recoveries grow, NZ's Covid-19 cases up by 2
The latest update on all things Covid-19 for Northland and New Zealand.
75% of North's Covid-19 cases recovered
Of Northland's 28 cases, 21 have recovered and the remaining seven are self-isolating.
Go Local!: Now is the time to support local business
Time for resilient Northlanders to support their businesses. Go Local!
Chisel and chopper: How pilot's two passions merge
Northland Rescue Helicopter pilot to exhibit woodwork at the Kauri Museum.
Work on Whangārei's Hundertwasser Art Centre to restart today
Work on distinctive building at Town Basin to restart today.
Pilot appeal: Don't shine torch light at rescue helicopter in flight
Appeal from pilot not to shine lights at rescue helicopter while it's in flight.
Editorial: Today we regain a semblance of normality - sort of
We made it through lockdown - bring on alert level 3.
NZ's Covid-19 cases rise by three, none from Northland
The latest update on New Zealand's fight against Covid-19.
Police investigate death of baby at Whangārei home
Police to continue investigation into baby death.
Ward 16 nurse releases murder mystery novel
Whangārei Hospital nurse publishes murder-mystery novel Atlas Bloom: A Nurses Requiem,
The shackles are off (slightly) in Northland as level 3 kicks in
The shackles are off (slightly) in Northland as level 3 kicks in
News briefs: Restricted fire season for North, man hands himself into police
News from around Northland.
Whangārei District Council to consider slashing impending rates rise
Whangārei District Council to consider slashing impending rates rise.
10 days of no new Covid-19 cases in Northland
Milestone for Northland comes as New Zealand moves into alert level 3.
Coronavirus: No new Northland cases in 10 days
Northland's Covid-19 cases stand at 28.
Sheryl Mai: Coming through Covid-19 together
The best way forward will be for us to support local businesses when we can
What level 3 means for you: Fishing, surfing, hunting on menu
Some activities are allowed - but strong restrictions remain.
Whangārei cafe among thousands preparing to reopen tomorrow
Whangārei's Hello Pickle Cafe among thousands preparing to reopen tomorrow
Northlanders proudly honour Anzac Day
Yorke Rd residents brought together by Covid-19 held their own dawn service.
Covid 19 coronavirus: No new Northland cases
Northland's total number of Covid-19 cases stands at 28.
Northland local body politicians asked to pledge some of salary to virus relief fund
Northland local body politicians asked to pledge some of salary to virus relief fund.
Far North community pays tribute to Marshall 'Bundo' Rangi
Marshall 'Bundo' Rangi has been honoured by the emergency services he volunteered with.
Lockdown's silence could help tūī reclaim musical mojo
Biggest winner of lockdown likely to be little blue penguin because of drop in boat noise.
KidsCan send food parcels to Northland whānau
Usually KidsCan send food to schools but lockdown means they've sent them to homes.
Early morning Whangārei crash takes down power pole and shop verandah
Early morning Whangārei crash takes down power pole and shop verandah
Northland's Frank Geddes celebrates 100th birthday with Zoom party
Centenarian doesn't let a lockdown get in the way of a good time
Coach profile: Active Attitude's Ashleigh McCaw
As director of Active Attitude, Ashleigh McCaw offers opportunities in a range of sports.
Remote testing units show no undetected transmission yet
The Ministry of Health also extended support for vulnerable rural general practices.
Northlanders stand proud at dawn to mark Anzac Day
Northlanders stand proud at dawn to mark Anzac Day