Plan to protect Bay of Islands marine mammals open for submissions
Submissions are open on a controversial plan for a Bay of Islands marine mammal sanctuary.
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Far North farmers: 'We're being milked'
Farmers say they haven't been properly informed of the 'massive' effect of rating changes.
Hapū buys 'alienated' parcel of land
A local hapū from Pātaua South have successfully purchased 57ha of contentious land.
Whangārei's Tahere now home to 10 new kiwi
10 new kiwi released at Whangārei's Tahere
Court of Appeal cuts robbery getaway driver's sentence
The Northlander argued the district court judge's sentencing starting point was too high.
$20m-plus in rates arrears on Māori land to be wiped
Millions of dollars in rates arrears are set to be wiped under new legislation.
ACC spent $196m in Northland on accident recovery in 2020
ACC had 79,971 new claims in Northland last year.
New roof for Riverbank Centre
Creative scaffolding required for iconic Riverbank theatre's odd-shaped roof.
Hard decision for judges choosing Shakespeare winners
Twenty-two Northland students off to Wellington after Shakespeare performances impress.
Kerikeri car fire death not suspicious, police confirm
Deceased well known in Kerikeri for her shop, her community spirit and concern for others.
Cancer-hit Paihia couple's kindness returned
Robyn Schrafft's best advice is to get out and do what you want so it's not too late.
Photos: Two festivals in one day at Russell
Bay of Islands town buzzing with a Tamariki Carnival and an Italian Festival on Saturday.
Kerikeri man lands 'fish of a lifetime'
'Locky' Waugh was fishing off North Cape when he hooked the 83.4kg yellowfin tuna.
Top New Zealand sculptor sets up new studio in Northland
Top sculptor Lucy Bucknall describes what's behind her work and what's next for Northland.
School holiday programmes for kids
Here's a list of activities for your young ones these holidays.
First sports exchange start of annual event
First sports day a resounding success despite out-of-towners taking home cup.
Northland faces more cuts in highway speed limits
Northlanders' views wanted about the right speed for each part of the highway network.
Fourth motorcyclist killed in less than two weeks
Police are encouraging motorists to take extra care on and around motorbikes in Northland.
World's largest yacht brings airport runway to standstill
The triple masts of Sea Eagle II caused a flight hazard as yacht went near airport.
Future bright for forestry, says minister
Forestry Minister Stuart Nash shared his forestry manifesto during a visit to Northland.
Ninety Mile Beach Management Plan launches
Te Rautaki o Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe is set to be launched in Ahipara.
Whangārei girls return home with stash of awards
Whangārei Young Mariners return home New Zealand's top young mariners.
Northlanders encouraged to be a part of the climate change discussion
The two-day conference starts on April 22 following regional climate change focused events
Major search for yacht in distress cost more than $40k
The costs of rescues should not deter people from seeking help, Maritime NZ says.
Sea Eagle II captain goes full circle
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Ngātiwai Trust Board appoints new CEO
Hūhana Lyndon has been appointed CEO of the Ngātiwai Trust Board.
Photos: Chemical spill exercise tests firefighters' skills
A dozen dead and injured store workers had to be rescued. Luckily it was just an exercise.
Body in burning car near Kerikeri 'unexplained'
Too early to know whether death by Wharau Rd beach is suspicious, police say.
Police investigate body in burning car near Kerikeri
Emergency services were called to the car fire at the end of Wharau Rd at 7pm on Tuesday.
The Sea Eagle has landed in Ōpua
The masts of the yacht can be seen from miles away.
Opera North celebrates 25 years with special performance
Whangārei's finest singers are set to take to the stage at Forum North this weekend.
Northland printmaker's exhibition launch a success
Northland artist launches exhibition at Hihiaua Cultural Centre in Whangārei.
Teen battling rare kidney disorder completes 50 TRYathlons
Sam was diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, a rare kidney disorder, at a young age.