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Psychologist warns of deadly Covid mental health consequence
"There's lots of research saying there is going to be long-term consequences..."
Boaties advised to follow safety and courtesy rules
Boaties advised to get up to speed on water rules.
Honeymoon couple among Aucklanders wanting refunds
Police stop Covid checkpoint in Northland, organisers label it as heavy-handed tactics.
Hikurangi, Kensington and Mangawhai take bowls semifinal spots
Northland's women's representative teams took on Auckland and Counties Manukau
Police stop Northland iwi from setting up SH1 'information centre' to stop spread of Covid
Northland iwi's checkpoint to stop visitors spreading Covid has been closed by police
New tenancy laws having 'unintended consequences'
Sweeping changes to tenancy laws aimed at helping renters are having adverse effects.
One stranded Gray's beaked whale died and three others survive
Locals initially thought the stranded Gray's beaked whales were dolphins.
Nurse on the frontline: 'Getting a thank you at the end of taking a swab goes a long, long way'
Whangārei nurse Lisa Attwood was proud to be a part of Northland's amazing Covid response.
Health and building inspections postponed
Reduced hours at customer service desks as a precautionary measure against Covid.
Covid checkpoint group keeping mum on location, timing
Group urges people to stay home until lack of spread confirmed; ex-MP says action illegal.
McLeod Bay kiwi sighting a sign of extraordinary growth
The kiwi population in the Whangārei Heads had risen from 80 to 900 in the last 20 years.
Safety measures in place for Waitangi Day and Ruapekapeka commemorations
There will be precautions in place at the commemorations to keep everyone safe.
Two positive Auckland Covid cases confirmed
Dr Bloomfield said there were encouraging signs from Northland so far.
Photos: Leadership Academy of A Company marks 10th intake
More than 800 people turned out to celebrate academy's 10th intake of boys.
Whale flensing to start this afternoon
Another whale stranding on Ruakākā Beach, cultural process kicks into gear.
Waitangi Day, Battle of Te Ruapekapeka events to go ahead but Iwi Chairs Forum held virtually
Commemoration events in Northland will still go ahead.
'It's just so disorganised': Health boss apologises to Northlanders for long waits
Almost 1 per cent of Northland was tested on Monday - a regional record.
Northland police say iwi Covid checkpoints not needed
Iwi group says government not doing enough to protect Northland's most vulnerable people.
Camp site stays either cancelled or postponed due to Covid
A Northland tourism leader is upbeat about the sector despite bookings being cancelled.
Hapū grateful for boost to 'slack' Covid testing stations
When the pair arrived at the Ruakākā site, there were only three portaloos available.
Covid-19: Whangārei freedom camping couple spread kindness
The couple say they have camped at places more interesting than a Covid-19 testing station
Kids build new homes for penguins at Waitangi shore
Northland kids have been helping penguins and kiwi into dry, defendable homes.
Northland local authorities ready for action if Covid alert levels lifted
Councils in Northland ready if Covid alert level rises
Iwi's contentious Covid checkpoints to return, Govt 'failing to protect vulnerable'
Government not doing enough to protect Northland's most vulnerable people, group says.
Tea set with taste of Whangārei
Images of Whangārei Falls, Cameron and Bank Streets adorn these ceramic treasures.
Northland iwi leaders meeting today to discuss latest Covid-19 case
Northland iwi leaders to discuss latest Covid 19 case in the region.
Overwhelming response swamps Covid testing sites
The Ruakākā testing station has been moved due to the overwhelming demand.
Some businesses close as a precautionary measure
Northland businesses from the lockdown frustrated at latest positive case.
Infected in MIQ: New Covid community case has South African strain
The community case has 15 close contacts and likely got Covid in MIQ.
Live: 3.5-hour wait for Covid testing as officials urge patience
Two more of the community case's close contacts are waiting for test results.
'Disappointed': Businesses visited by community case find out on Facebook
'We have not been contacted by the Ministry of Health as yet.'