News in brief from Northland - Pet drop-in centres, Awanui crash and police issue scam warning
News snippets from Northland.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromFar North District
Concerns spread over size and scale of Whangārei social housing projects
Opponents of the size and scale of the Whangārei social housing plans step up lobbying.
'All I want is closure': Dog attack victim's family still searching for answers
A year after her father's death, Nataria Moore still doesn't know what happened.
Maungatapere irrigation company angry with council over water consent
The high-flow consent was not for the year-round take that was traditionally more common.
Joe Bennett: A burger lawsuit - what could be more American?
There are probably as many personal injury lawyers in the US as there are burger joints.
Brent Eastwood: Leaving a lasting legacy to your passion
Giving back to active recreation and sport can make a huge difference.
Election 2023: Would-be MPs make pitches to Northlanders
All party candidates except for two were present on the night
Comment: Be good to yourself
Place positive, uplifting messages, around the home and even workplace.
Waipū local's turtley awesome discovery at popular beach
A marine expert says the green turtle is an uncommon sight in Northland.
Discovering the world of waka ama
Taking a closer look into the increasingly popular sport
Teens arrested after their alleged involvement in series of robberies and burglaries.
A trio of offenders were arrested after a string of offending against Northland businesses
Big cat park plans open day six months after closing
More open days are planned for the park which has been closed since March.
Bad driving: Where Northlanders are failing when it comes to the road code
A driving instructor feels most Northlanders are out of touch with the road rules.
Three police cars rammed, officer injured in dramatic chase across Whangārei
Police have said it was 'incredibly lucky' no one was hurt in the chase.
Awanui could be next far North town to take out a Keep New Zealand Beautiful award
Locals think the nomination is more than justified.
'Can’t afford a basic plot': Families make tough decisions as funeral grant falls short
"More people are in the position where they can’t afford a basic plot at the cemetery."
Ōpua artist James Ormsby’s Matawai artwork features in Wellington exhibition
Bay of Islands artist James Ormsby's work in Strange Friends exhibition
John Williamson: Frustrating time trying to plan for future transport
OPINION: Significantly-enhanced road maintenance, greater resilience are priorities.
From a coal mining building to a flourishing school: Kawakawa Primary turns 150
A wide variety of fun festivities will take place this Friday and Saturday.
News briefs from the Far North: Candidates front up, IRBs on 90 Mile, and honours awarded
News snippets from the Far North.
Northland news in brief: Trifecta development in next stage; Butchers make NZ team
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Just had the fright of his life': Missing boatie sparks late night rescue
The boatie was cold and extremely shaken when rescuers found him on Limestone Island.
Airport saga hits turbulence as Govt tells council to uphold their side of the bargain
Discussions about what Kaitāia Airport's lease will look like are underway.
Northland news in brief: Roadshow to help hospitality sector; council praised for prioritising shade
The latest news bites from around the region.
Hopes high for peanut trials after weather wiped out crops
The trials yielded promising results in its first year.
'Retired weed-buster' who poisoned 50 trees at heritage site to cost DoC dearly
The poisoning came to light when a man was seen in the reserve drilling holes in trees.
No quick fix for Whangārei crash hotspot
Solution 'in coming years', but for now drivers urged to remain vigilant.
OPINION: Kevin Page discovers auditions are tough
This week Mrs P and I found ourselves at two auditions.
Rare example of pre-World War I water infrastructure located in heart of Hikurangi
The rediscovered dams still function, and many of the original features are visible.
'We’re desperate and we’re exhausted': Doctors and dentists strike
People are being warned about potentially longer waits for some services.
Photos: The pioneers behind Poroti's blooming orchid business
Owners Kane and Gail Matthews have spent 20 years refining the growing process.
The price of beauty: Vandalism at picturesque falls cops hefty maintenance bill
The park’s public toilets and other signage were spraypainted.
Injured sailor back in NZ after spending months in Panama hospital
Hospitalised for four months in Panama, Marcel Syron finally returns to Aotearoa.
Northland news in brief: IRB Beach Classic, JP charged and dotterel nesting season
The latest news bites from around the region.