News snippets from Northland
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Northland economy one of strongest in country post-lockdown world
Northland has one of the best performing economies in the country.
Northland op shops: How fast fashion and Covid lockdowns cause massive household clear-outs
Northland's charity op shops have been swamped with "a tsunami of clothing" of late.
'Coastal inundation' risk as huge swells return
Swells up to 10m battered Northland's east coast on Sunday
Thieves barking up wrong tree in attempted Ruakākā dognapping
Illegal dog fighting rings and backyard breeders fuel the theft of loved family pets.
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.
First loss for table toppers in South Zone rugby competition
Breakdown was the key to Otamatea's win over Mid Western in heavy underfoot conditions.
Business leaders upset after councils pull support for Oruku development
Tourism and business leaders lash councils for not providing enough funding for Oruku
Northland news in brief
Sailor rescued; SH14 fatal crash; and call to use water wisely - dam at 57 percent.
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.
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.
Lots of hot and cold morsels of disability news
Disheartening to see the same issues come up time and time again, writes Jonny Wilkinson.
'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.
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.
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.
Rugby: Rotorua-Whangārei battle resumes after 24-years
First XVs reunited for the first time since 1997 - long-lasting annual fixture hoped for.
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.
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'.
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.