Northland news in brief
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Wheelchair Basketball NZ league tips off in Whangārei
This is the first time a two-day wheelchair basketball round had been held in Whangārei.
GPs, pharmacies giving flu jabs to eligible Northlanders
GP clinics across Northland have set up dedicated areas for flu vaccination due to Covid.
Kaikohe bike riders under watch from council
Police confiscate bikes from errant riders in Kaikohe as council looks for solution.
Popstars with comes full circle with Northland link to final 4
The top four NZ Popstars will battle it out for the title and $100,000 prize.
Whangārei youngsters competing in crime linked to rise in vehicle thefts
People are encouraged to report vehicle crimes to police before posting on social media.
WDC pull support for $220m riverside development
''This is just another hiccup'' - developer determined to look at other funding sources.
Jane Mander undertakes huge rollout of Covid vaccine
One aged-care resident describes the Covid-19 jab as 'just another prick in the arm'.
Budget climate commitment welcomed but more needed, campaigners say
Budget sets aside $300m for decarbonising the economy; more on the way for EV incentives.
Budget 2021: Northland communities encouraged by $131 million to address family and sexual violence
The funding boost will allow community groups to provide more options to afflicted whānau.
'They'll die and they'll die young': Cancer sufferer blasts Pharmac funding
"I am beyond not happy, devastated, and angry by what Pharmac has received."
Former Regional Development Minister's take on the Budget
Shane Jones calls for speedier process so money can be doled out quicker for projects.
Pink Shirt day celebrated as region says no to bullying
Thousands of Northlanders took a stand against bullying for Pink Shirt day
News snippets from Northland
A teen is to stand trial over an alleged Moerewa murder; and more Lotto luck in the North.
Northland cricket greats and best mates scoop prestigious awards
The duo are keen to see more volunteers step up to provide coaching at grassroots level.
Police arrest women over robbery of elderly resident
Today's arrests came off the back of hard work by the police and help from the public.
Woman pleads guilty to robbing 92-year-old
Lead offender already in jail after admitting robbery, wounding, using stolen bank cards.
Welfare-focused Budget step in the right direction, Northland educators say
Social issues addressed by the Budget are hoped to help improve life in the classroom.
Budget's lack of funding for housing disappointing: community leaders
Calls for more investment in housing, and clarity around funds allocation for Northland.
Health reform is at centre of new Budget
Northland health experts want more detail on how the Budget money will be spent.
Kaikohe store's offer: Affordable furniture, appliances, and hope
'Don't get fooled into thinking we're a furniture store. We trade in hope.'
Housing forum, NorthChamber welcome benefit increase
Calls by community leaders for more clarity around Budget allocation for Northland.
Champion of Champions coming to conclusion
The latest Northland Bowls news from Gwen Lawson.
Kauri dieback cash 'not enough to save forest giants'
Budget 'virtually abandons' Tāne Mahuta and other kauri to the disease, advocate says.
The hills (of Northland) are coming alive with the Sound of Music
Theatre company wants to give public 'a smile on their faces and a song in their hearts'.
Kaipara wind farm could power 25,000 homes
Wind farm plus Ngāwhā power station would produce more than half Northland's power needs.
Smelly red seaweed returns to Waipū Cove
Red algal bloom still a mystery to Waipū locals and NRC staff.
Police probe second Northland shooting in a week
A 35yo has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and presenting a firearm.
Man charged with murdering a man at Moerewa to stand trial
Teen accused of Northland murder to stand trial
Northland leaders' wish list ahead of today's Budget
More funding for housing and infrastructure the biggest hope for Northland leaders.
Youth advocate's dream comes true
This generation of youth is mighty in my eyes, writes Anahera Pickering.
Maungatūroto volunteer firefighter gearing up for Sky Tower Challenge
Maungatūroto station officer Glenn Orford is set to compete at this weekend's fundraiser.
Northland landlord ordered to pay compensation for renting out illegal home with leaking septic tank
Landlord ordered to pay compensation over home with leaking septic tank
Providing more food options in Ōtangarei
A new café and takeaway shop has opened in Otangarei, focussed on healthy kai options.