The $9.4b seaweed threat: Unchecked caulerpa risks economic havoc
Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard has challenged the $9.4b economic impact figure.
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News in brief: Library visits in Whangārei rise, with 66,000 items borrowed monthly
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Slap in the face': Northland leaders condemn pay equity changes
Leaders say the Govt move is 'a step backwards' and will have a 'huge impact' on workers.
Former Northland nurse celebrates 100th with thanks from Health NZ
Eileen Davidson was just a teenager when she started nurse training at Whangārei Hospital.
'We see it in our town every day:' Inside the ongoing battle against meth use in Northland
No two journeys to healing are the same.
'Incredibly fortunate': No injuries after car flies into house at high speed
Whangārei District Council said it has applied for funding to cover safety improvements.
Hūhana Lyndon: Fast-track Act shuts out community voice
Let’s make a noise that can’t be ignored.
News in brief: Twenty-one new citizens honoured at Mangawhai
The latest news bites from around the region.
Ans Westra exhibition organisers hope to identify people in her photos
Visitors are encouraged to help identify people in the photographs.
'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marina
A forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.
Far North news briefs – water restrictions end, robbery arrests and tourism boost
News snippets from the Far North.
News in brief: Kerikeri Bowling Club marks 75th jubilee despite Cyclone Tam
The latest newsbites from around the region.
Opinion: The cold snap revives winter traditions in our home
Mrs P likes to chase me with her cold hands late at night.
Sweetwater Project: Far North councillor Mate Radich wants judicial review
The Far North's controversial water project needs a High Court review, a councillor says.
'Massive impact for us': Hapū oppose marina plan going through Fast Track process
The hapū want the project to go through the RMA for community input.
Northland welcomes new rescue helicopters
The air rescue service is adding three new helicopters to its fleet, replacing old models.
Opinion: Northland a region ready for growth
Vince Cocurullo: There’s a lot of compassion and action up here.
'Alarming rate': Rising food prices drive increased need for aid
Salvation Army Whangārei now helps 80 households weekly with food parcels.
'A great idea' Experts back new school finance curriculum
Financial literacy will be taught in NZ schools from next year.
Opinion: Little Boo's big spirit beats Vatican dreams
As with all small dogs, Little Boo doesn’t know he is small.
On The Up: Travellers' thriving tree business that grew from the back of a van
Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022.
Opinion: Finding the balance for our kids playing sport
OPINION: The other elephant in the room is sideline behaviour.
Conservation Minister visits Bay of Islands to see caulerpa’s 'catastrophic' impacts
Tama Potaka said it was worse than he had imagined.
SH1 over Far North's Mangamukas open again after latest slip cleared
Contractors have cleared the second of two slips that closed the road.
Police Minister wants crackdown on Northland gangs, dirt bike riders
Mark Mitchell heard about key crime problems in Northland, and offered some solutions.
Kaikohe's Whata Kai social supermarket providing hope to many
New social supermarket opens to help iwi feed dozens of families.
Armed Offenders Squad swarm Kawakawa overnight after aggravated robbery
Police say two men arrived at a property carrying firearms and demanded a vehicle.
'Overwhelming' support: Doctors strike for hospital and GP crisis
Dr Gary Payinda says 200,000 people are waiting to see specialists.
Mangamuka Gorge closure: SH1 expected to reopen on Friday after latest slip cleared
The road has been closed twice in three days due to two slips.
News briefs from the Far North - Bay dog show, doctors to strike and motor industry meet
News snippets from the Far North
Whangaroa RSA centenary celebrated
A new book commemorates 100 years of the Whangaroa RSA building.
News in brief: Northpower consumers to get second electricity discount
The latest news bites from around the region.
Bay of Islands Pony Club - the country's oldest - turning 75
BOI Pony Club marking 75 years of education in riding and horse care.
From drought to deluge: Record rainfall troubles Northland communities
April's rain in Whangārei reached 402mm, breaking records held since 1943.