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Three Waters reform won't deliver for Northland - leaders
Affordable Water Reform - revamped Three Waters - gets the thumbs-down from local leaders.
Northland bowls reps at NZ National Interclub event this weekend
Latest news from the Northland bowls scene with Gwen Lawson.
‘Hell of a bang’: Passenger ferry sinks in Bay of Islands after collision with launch
Skipper ‘not in a good way’, flown to hospital with spinal, head injuries.
Paihia history and legacy brought to life virtually
Ātea Nuku Timewalk Paihia celebrates 200 years.
Bay News: New theatre production; Paihia celebrates 200 years
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Kiwi legend David Tua gives tips to Northland boxer Mea Motu ahead of title bout
Kaitāia's Mea Motu gets tips from David Tua ahead of international title fight.
Whole of Northland benefits from tourism industry
Many Northland businesses benefit from tourism dollars, says Northland Inc.
Drop-in clinics for Māori business hit by Cyclone Gabrielle
Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Network holding drop-in clinics for those hit by Cyclone
Three arrests after ram raid on fire chief’s Paihia gift shop
Youths nabbed in Whangārei; stolen car and watches recovered.
Three youths arrested after ram raid at Paihia gift shop
Sunday night's raid netted 'an armful' of watches but left a trail of destruction.
Tūtūkākā Marina repair job started after devastating tsunami surge
Tūtūkākā Marina getting $2.5m repair job after tsunami surge damage.
Northland news in brief: New water supply; and Northlanders to receive New Year’s Honours
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
‘Can’t understand the lack of respect’: Ram-raiders hit gift shop owned by volunteer fire chief
‘Armful’ of watches taken, but jewellery ignored after stolen ute used to smash grille.
Bay of Islands cat rescue fundraiser provides Easter fun
Easter bunny, games and kittens galore at Waimate North children's event.
Northland news in brief: Dangerous driving charge; and shed fire suspicious
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
‘Enough talking’: Ngāpuhi leader calls for action to clean up Lake Ōmāpere
Northland’s biggest lake used to be the food basket of Ngāpuhi. Now it’s a "toxic soup".
Excellent time for all at Waipū Easter Carnival
Crowds flock to Waipū Easter Carnival
Strength training exercise vital for strengthening immune system - Carolyn Hansen
Regular strength training exercise provide long-term immune protection - Carolyn Hansen
Well constructed fort earns Whangārei apprentice Elijah McQueen regional title
The 23-year-old building apprentice now has a chance to win big in the national final.
Northland men and women reps preparing for National Interclub Sevens tournament
Latest news from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson
'Soul-destroying': Northland GPs burnt out amid staff shortage
Northland GPs are criticising the level of funding for general practice.
Kerikeri's Turner Centre needs ratepayer ownership to survive
Without change, the centre is likely to close in next few years - manager
Paihia200 to mark bicentenary of missionaries’ arrival in Bay of Islands town
Festivities will include a re-enactment, festival and launch of a historical 'timewalk'.
'A constant issue': Students' safety around school bus stops questioned
The welfare of young pedestrians is one of many safety issues on Whangārei Heads Rd.
News from the Bay of Islands with Sandy Myhre
Sandy Myhre with the latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds
Thursday meeting to hear FNDC submission on water rating equalisation scheme
FNDC wants all ratepayers to pay a fair share of water rates.
'A pretty big comeback': Anzac Day dawn service returns to Kerikeri
Anzac Day services diminished in recent years by Covid, sale of Kerikeri RSA clubrooms.
Gumboot Friday gets $14K from Whangārei golf fundraiser
Northland golf tournament raises $12,000 for mental health charity Gumboot Friday.
Ratepayers across Northland face big rates rises
Inflation and a tight labour market among reasons given for big jumps.
Whangārei, Northland and Te Tai Tokerau electorate candidates revealed
Six months from election candidates for Whangārei, Northland and Te Tai Tokerau lining up
Littering in Northland on the up
Cigarette buts, vaping and plastic most prevalent litter items in Northland.