Inquiry follows council boss' alleged 'homosexual' remark
Alleged comments by a council boss at public meetings have sparked an inquiry.
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Intervention urged for Far North council
Petition will urge minister Tolley to take control of 'dysfunctional' local body.
Parapara blaze leaves family homeless
News briefs: Fire damages Parapara home, pool closes and new Land Wars fund.
Elderly man's dog attacked again
Jim Morgan, 93, and his pet were attacked by a dog last year - now it's happened again
Heavy rain expected in Northland
The MetService has issued a severe weather watch for Northland with heavy rain expected to lash parts of the region today. Incidentally
Special zones proposed to tackle poverty
Mayors in three of New Zealand's poorest districts - the Far North, Rotorua and Gisborne - want to take over central Government agencies in their areas to eradicate "entrenched poverty".
Council warns of sales of untreated water
A Northland council is warning residents to be weary of the water they buy to replenish rainwater tanks as they believe their supplies may be being siphoned and sold untreated.
How many illegal dumps are out there?
How many illegal dumps are there around Northland? We know of at least two - this region's second large-scale roadside tip emerged
'We would lock ourselves in the room'
Incredibly strong young Kiwi Destiny O'Brien opened up about the abuse she endured from her own father.
People patrols for beach hoons
The unsafe use of vehicles on 90 Mile Beach, particularly at Ahipara, has long been a source of aggravation for many residents, especially
Custody battle: Dog to have two names
Two families have reached a custody agreement over the dog - named either Wilson or Bear depending who you asked.
Councils assure residents of water safety
Councils around the North Island are assuring residents of the safety of their water supplies following a gastro outbreak in Hawke's Bay.
Peters' ticket to ride in Northland
The Government has a fight on its hands in what should be a safe rural seat. Geoff Cumming finds out why.
Top Gear stars sad to leave
Top Gear stars Jeremy Clarkson and James May toasted the end of their time in New Zealand over a long lunch at the Viaduct.
Kirsten Warner: Northland trail an uphill climb
As the Herald reported this week, many national cycleway trails are open. But elsewhere progress is painfully slow. Kirsten Warner visits Hokianga to find out why
New coastal law may hit rates collection
Homes and businesses built over water may be exempt from paying rates under the new Marine and Coastal Area Act, which could cost local councils thousands in lost rates.
Emails turn a tad testy
An email row between a Northland councillor and a self-appointed watchdog ended with a colourful message.
Far North 'rubbish' ads provoke and delight
A shirtless Far North Mayor Wayne Brown with a body that looks suspiciously like Dan Carter's. The Mona Lisa in a judge's wig and a bikini.