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Whangārei land caught up in SNA policy covers 80,000ha

50,000 hectares of privately owned Whangārei land has controversial SNA zonings

Dry spells in winter worries council as dam levels decline

Regular rain needed in winter to fill up dam levels in Whangārei.

Plastics main source of pollution in Northland trial

Northland trial finds cigarette butts are largest single pollution item.

Whangārei police appeal for sightings of van linked to drive-by shooting

The white Toyota Hiace van is believed to be involved in the Kamo drive-by shooting in May

Whangārei District Council barks up wrong tree with dog registration fee increase

Responsible Whangārei dog owners say they are being unfairly punished by the price hike.

No chance of defunct timber company paying NRC loan

Bankrupting company directors the only leverage NRC has in a bid to recoup loan.

News snippets from Northland

Early morning car fire; and heavy rain possible over Queen's Birthday weekend.

'Absolutely thrilled': Dargaville man $75K richer after Instant Kiwi win

Couple now looking forward to doing some home renovations.

Northland's 2021 Lotto success bringing in the prizes

Amazing run of Northland Lotto wins in 2021.

Covid 19 coronavirus: Northlanders facing long waits for second jab told not to worry

Health officials say body will respond in the same way even with a delayed second jab.

Arrest after alleged gun threat at Horeke

Last Tuesday's incident forced police to seal off a South Hokianga road for several hours.

News snippets from Northland

Cycle trail closed; and powhiri for Ngātiwai CEO.

Successful sea trial for Sea Eagle II

World's largest aluminium yacht back on Whangārei Harbour.

Early demand for winter firewood in Whangārei

Rainfall in Northland this winter is most likely to be near normal, says Niwa.

Multi-award-winning cemetery earns high NZ accolade

The award was recognition of Maunu Cemetery's successful natural burial site.

Judge's love for cars and music attracts fits of laughter

Retired Northland judge accepts two-year temporary appointment.

Man feared armed sparks AOS callout in Maungatūroto

The man was eventually arrested by armed police around 15km away in Kaiwaka.

Ngātiwai Trust Board opposed to SNA policy on Māori land

Ngātiwai Trust Board opposes SNA policy applying to Māori land.