Ngāwhā hot pools weeks away from re-opening
Both pool complexes have been closed for upgrades but one is about to throw open doors.
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Northland DHB's Covid-19 bill up to $10.6m
The results for 2019/20 financial year would be released at the next board meeting.
Survey shows principals lack confidence in Oranga Tamariki
The survey showed 44 principals said there has been no dramatic improvements since CYF.
Northland's July 2020 flood in photos
Some of our - and our readers' - best images from the July 2020 flood.
Professional cuddling service launches in Whangārei
Whakarongotai Nikora says professional cuddling provides a safe space for connection.
Opportunity of a lifetime in huge Kerikeri orchard
28ha first stage of three-year conversion planted last year with G3 gold kiwifruit.
Police committed to holding those responsible to account
Whangārei mum targeted in racist attack still fears for her family after going to police.
Army reservists called out to help stranded kidney patients
Army reservists called out to help stranded kidney patients
News snippets from Northland
$51,000 for rescue helicopter; and avoid DoC tracks due to storm damage.
Moerewa septic tanks pumped out; more water savings needed in Whangārei
The city's reservoirs were running about 25-40 per cent full after the weekend's deluge.
Latest Northland state housing development gets mixed reactions
Latest Northland state housing development gets mixed reactions.
Climate change sculpture mooted for Kerikeri crossroads
A wrap-up of events and news snippets from around the Bay of Islands and the Mid North.
Five branches in Northland could be affected
The Warehouse tight-lipped on reduced hours/redundancies at its Northland stores.
Homecoming for new principal after more than two decades
New principal keen to change the reputation of Kamo High School for the better.
Culinary challenge to celebrate Northland's unique flavours
A new event builds on the paddock-to-plate ethos that has thrived here for many years.
Dam stops 300,000 cubic metres of water from flooding CBD
Dam stops 300,000 cubic metres of water from flooding CBD
Restoration of city's fire-ravaged old town hall still on hold
There is still no date for when the rebuild work will start.
Kiwi Natalie Scott to receive Freedom of London award
Previous winners include Princess Di, Nelson Mandela and Florence Nightingale.
Quarry Gardens facing potential $100,000 flood bill
It could be months before the gardens are returned to their usual beautiful state.
Salvage of launch sunk by flood debris
Vessel knocked off its Waitangi mooring and holed by logs.
Funding gushes into Northland: $26m for roads, flood protection
A second flood has hit Northland. This time it's government cash that's pouring in.
Family living in fear after 'reprehensible' racist graffiti
Police investigating racial attack on Whangārei family whose car was spray-painted.
Polio pandemic notebooks speak volumes
Pandemics put the heat on officials to support education for students stuck at home.
Volunteers needed for Waitangi River tree planting
The planting event is hosted by a new trust which is aiming to restore life to the awa.
Otuihau Whangārei Falls home to new sculpture
Otuihau Whangārei Falls home to new sculpture.
Mum wants to start conversation about the danger of meth
Mum of meth-addicted Northlander calls for help with long-term treatment and rehab.
Northland FENZ commander applauds volunteers
From 6pm Friday to 5:30am on Saturday, Northland's fire service registered 220 calls.
Flooding fears: Northland braces for more heavy rain after catastrophic storm
Northland Civil Defence is preparing for another round of bad weather.
Hikurangi Swamp dairy farmers worst affected by flooding
Northland dairy farmers sent hundreds of cows away due to flooding.
Storm damage: Million-dollar repair bills, schools close
The storm has passed but the clean-up is just beginning.
Whangārei residents urged to reduce water use by 50% after reservoirs drain
Whangārei residents urged to reduce water use by 50% after reservoirs drain
Women rescued after five hours in flooded river
The women are believed to have gone over the Otiria Falls on a kayak and a lilo.
Discovery of historic barn adds to Northland's heritage heavyweight list
A little red barn in the Far North has joined NZ's heritage building heavyweights.