Funding floods into Northland: $26m for roads, flood protection
$14.2m to strengthen Northland roads, $12.5m for "shovel-ready" flood prevention projects.
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Mum wants to start conversation about the danger of meth
Mum of meth-addicted Northlander calls for help with long-term treatment and rehab.
Major slips close SH1, reopening date unknown
SH1 hit by eight separate slips in the Mangamuka Gorge south of Kaitaia.
Water saving needed as reservoirs fall low after storm damage
While storm damaged treatment plants are back in action, the reservoirs have fallen low.
Once-in-500-year storm floods Northland, traps residents
A mammoth storm, flooding and tornado have damaged homes and trapped residents.
Volunteers trade shipping containers for $2m fire station
Ōkaihau brigade is also getting funding to the tune of $700,000 for a station extension.
Northlanders urged to report whale sightings
Scientists want reports of any southern right whales especially.
Northland volunteer groups recognised for brave rescue missions
Four people owe their lives to rescuers' skill, bravery.
Union calls for safer aged care staffing
Covid-19 has placed staff under even more pressure.
Flying instructor drops in at just the right time
New flying instructor an asset for the club.
Cheap power drawcard for industrial park
Park hopes to draw tenants with cheap power, secure water supply and ready infrastructure.
New life for legendary Awanui Hotel
Two Far North couples hope to turn tired pub into a thriving hub for locals and visitors.
How severe is Northland's digital divide?
With high charges and low speed especially in rural areas, expectations are not being met.
Northland entertainers Suzy Cato and Troy Kingi with NZSO school holiday programme
Northland entertainers Suzy Cato and Troy Kingi with NZSO school holiday programme
Kaitaia bars band together to stamp out bad behaviour
Licensees agree to share information about troublemakers after post-Covid spike in fights.
Minister's absence meant news media weren't able to properly hold Clark to account for failures of the health system
Time will tell if the resignation was enough to soothe the nation.
Editorial: Running interference
We will be inundated with information ahead of the election.
Far North homeowner devastated after losing everything in house fire
The Waipapa man whose house was destroyed by fire is grateful for community support.
Aquifer consent delays costing jobs, avocado firm says
Historic aquifer level errors and Covid-19 among reasons for delayed hearings.
Mummified dog discovered in Hokianga link to tensions over dog tax laws
A mummified dog found in Rawene is a reminder of a time of tensions over dog tax laws.
Northland health advocates welcome damning review
The number of DHBs in New Zealand could be reduced to just eight from the current 20.
Go Local! Travel business given helping hand by website designer
Shannell Christmas found opening a travel business a month before lockdown challenging.
Northland breast cancer screening clinics busy clearing backlog
And Pink Ribbon Breakfasts are back - now in July.
North truck driver's 30-year, no-crash record ends
'I knew it wasn't good when I looked back in the mirrors and saw the wheels in the air.'
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.
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.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Seven of our finest recognised
Seven Northlanders have been recognised for their service to the community.
Northland awakes from lockdown hibernation as NZ moves into level 2
Family reunions, haircuts and a caffeine fix – it was a big day for Northland in level 2.
Oh, the places we go: Northlanders welcome level 2
Northlanders out and about as country goes into level 2.
One active Covid-19 case left in Northland
The latest update on Northland's fight against Covid-19.
Level 2 a lifeline for Northland businesses
Hairdressers and bars are making sure to tick every box ahead of a move to level 2.
Northland 20 days without a case
The latest information regarding Northland and New Zealand's fight against Covid-19.
DHB expects increase in Covid-19 testing in winter
We may see a rise in the number of people 'under investigation' for Covid-19 in hospitals.