‘No credible indication’: Doubts over economic benefits of sand mining
Economist questions why sand mining in Northland's Bream Bay got fast-track tick.
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‘The threat is quite real’: Hapū fights to save sacred trees
The trees at Onoke Heights are at least 200 years old and have a sacred history.
A young, violent armed robber and his time behind bars with the Man Up group
He carried out five armed robberies but is now considered a role model for younger men.
‘Gorgeous souls: Dogs who spent entire lives in SPCA shelter seek loving homes
Betty and Alexei have collectively spent nearly 900 days in the Far North SPCA shelter.
Te Whara/Bream Head should be closed due to sacred land, hapū say
The Bream Head walkway is nationally significant but was the site of ancient wars.
Clouds could block Northland view of blood moon lunar eclipse
Northlanders' chance of seeing blood moon on Friday is cloudy.
From rescue to research: Green turtles released for major project
Five green turtles were released into Rangaunu Harbour in the Far North.
Pistol found down the side of couch confiscated, charges laid
A 34-year-old man is facing multiple charges in Whangārei District Court today.
‘The Italians are coming back’ - European firm confirms bid to build Northland Expressway
An Italian firm is one of a number of investors keen to build the Northland Expressway.
Slight delays expected as highway through Kawakawa rebuilt
State Highway One through Kawakawa getting rebuilt from Sunday.
Rāhui possible as pāua stocks dwindle
Eight Far North hapū discussing problem of excessive pāua taken at Ahipara.
Far North news briefs - bees swarm library, armed robber hit and travel fund
News snippets from the Far North
Far North drought could lead to more water retrictions
Far North's big dry could mean more restrictions on water use
Northland uni student one of eight scholarship recipients
Te Waiu o Aotearoa Trust scholarship for Northland uni student
‘Third World’: Northland town water restrictions spark concerns
Rainfall in February was less than 10% of the expected amount in Dargaville.
Bay News: Rare images of NZ’s early trading ships
Maritime historian's sleuthing brings images to light.
‘I love you, I love you’: Daughter's final words as stabbed dad died in her arms
Euan Mackey was allegedly murdered by three people over a property dispute.
Jury finds sports coach not guilty of indecent assault charges
Charges included six counts of indecent assault and one of unlawful sexual connection.
Local knowledge the winning edge at 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
Two Far North fishers have landed the biggest fish at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza.
Commuters face delays in Whangārei after crash
Police were notified of the crash at 8.12am on Wednesday.
Anger at speed limit changes: ‘It affects so many people on the roads’
Residents said they wanted lower speeds as they were tired of “running the gauntlet”
‘Why shouldn’t it be an iwi’: Ngāpuhi’s Northport investment push
The Tupu Tonu fund aims to strengthen its role in regional infrastructure.
News in brief: Business ideas competition is back
The latest news bites from around the region.
‘Heartbreaking’: Fuel theft strains resource-stretched hospice
Fuel thieves ripped open the tank of a nurse’s car at Hospice Mid-Northland.
‘Win for transparency’: Emergency Whangārei fluoridation meeting canned
A new meeting is set for Monday with fluoridation on the agenda.
Machete-wielding pair allegedly steal cash, cigarettes, vapes
Police were called after machetes were allegedly presented in the Taipa store.
Ninety-year-old’s passion for pickleball encourages all ages
Helen Drinkwater started playing pickleball at 84 during a trip to the US.
'You did it baby:' Man allegedly stabbed to death over property dispute
Crown claims Denise Davis warned victim’s family they'd return to take the house.
Rural Games success for Toa Henderson
Henderson pipped shearing gun Jack Fagan twice over the weekend at two events.
‘Get on with it’: Dentist urges council to fluoridate water
Whangārei District Council faces a $5m fine for resisting Govt fluoridation directive.
Kevin Page: The unanticipated workout of chasing a runaway exercise ball
Mrs P believes a big green blow-up ball will boost our fitness routine.
Mangawhai butcher Dan Klink hopes Sharp Blacks have cutting edge
Klink, who owns Mangawhai Meat Shop, is set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.
Quality school lunches: Bay of Islands College leads by example
The Bay of Islands College kitchen team's skills and creativity result in quality lunches.