Latest from Kaipara District

DHB defends position on contact tracing system
The DHB confirmed if Northland had new Covid-19 cases, it would use the national system.

Teens tried in vain to save 18yo stabbed at party - fifth homicide in NZ in a week
Neighbours felt 'something not right' before hearing of death.

Northland man who stole $1m from Māori trust loses appeal
Stephen Henare claimed his age and sense of shame were not considered.

Long wait for free period products
Northland schools will have to wait until next year to get access to free period products.

From mushrooms to sticks: Lockdown plant photos come alive
The exhibition features nature from people's backyards.

Jonny Wilkinson: Things are the same but different
It is hard to know what the new normal will look like in the future.

Sheryl Mai: The post-Covid funds we hope to tap
Our social and economic landscape has changed.

Theft from Ratana Church in Whangārei
"I would like to think we could reach out to those people and possibly help them."

Old Malletts building to become centre to help job hunters
The centre has been established in response to the economic impact of the Covid-19.

Jobs would be at risk if council rates increase cut
A decision is still to be made about rates.

NorthTec considers cuts; union condemns move as 'callous'
NorthTec might cut Safe Trade courses, making about seven staff redundant.

Schools can visit Treaty Grounds - virtually
Waitangi Treaty Grounds offer virtual tours for schools

Open dialogue bridges the gaps
Creating a safe space where all conversations are valued is the goal.

Beef operation cleans up in Farm Environment awards
Jeff Martin and Helen Linssen winners in Northland Farm Environment Awards

Northland's flying doctors take off again
The Northland medical flying service is the one of only two in the country.

Finance company to provide nearly $1m worth of credits and refunds
Commerce Commission investigation into Whangārei finance company finds breach

Rain a boost for Northland rivers, dams and farmers
Rainfall boosts dam and river levels but till not enough to end drought.

Period poverty campaigners say funding a 'good start'
Period poverty campaigners say $2.2m funding allocated in the Budget is a good start.

Kiwis Team Racing complete teams hat-trick
A mass of Kerikeri's finest sailors took the waters to find a winner yesterday.

Police pursuits on rise in Northland
Northland police take new approach to understanding reasons behind fleeing drivers.

Work begins on $204.5m rail project for Northland
The Provincial Growth Fund project is intended to revitalise Northland rail.

Smokefree and vapefree maunga a first for Northland
Maunga declared smokefree and vapefree in a first for Northland.

Go Local! Waipū brewery makes top 30 with two of its beers
A Northland brewery has made the top 30 in this year's New World Beer and Cider Awards.