Latest from Kaipara District

Bay of Islands tourist town 'not safe for locals': Govt lobbied for more police
Meeting organiser plans to put heat on government for more funding for Northland police.

Lack of safety signs at Northland beach where man died criticised by coroner
Council cops criticism for lack of warning signs at Far North beach

Historic schooner Daring returned to Mangawhai
Historic schooner Daring returned to Mangawhai after being dug up from Muriwai.

Dob in a drug smuggler: Kiwis urged to help protect NZ borders
In 2016 a tip-off about odd behaviour at Ahipara led to NZ's biggest methamphetamine bust.

Tracks, campground near Cape Reinga closed amid fears of feral dog attacks
Up to four packs of dogs seen in area near Cape Reinga; walkers, wildlife at risk.

70 Northland schoolgirls attend Girls in Infrastructure event.
'Girls in Infrastructure' event in Whangārei shows career options to 70 schoolgirls

Kevin Page: Eating the Easter eggs would have been safer
Imagine my joy when Mrs P said I could get an electric bike.

News snippets from Northland
1160 containers to be shifted from Northport to Auckland; and new gun licences introduced.

DoC worker's 50-year career mapping the country's terrain
Whangārei DoC worker retiring this week after 50 years in the industry.

$5m spillway plan to reduce Ōtiria, Moerewa flooding
The spillway plan aims to prevent a repeat of devastating floods in 2011, 2014 and 2020.

Five more Northland kiwi killed after suspected dog attack
People urged to be vigilant about wandering dogs after latest deaths on Purerua Peninsula.

Council and DoC want to work with Pātaua occupiers
Members of the Pātaua South occupation met with the mayor and DoC.

News snippets from Northland
Motorcyclist dies in Far North; and investigation into 'puppy farm' continues.

Waipū Easter Carnival keeps hundreds entertained
The Waipū Easter Carnival provided fun in the sun for all on Saturday.

Rescue helicopter base to move after noise annoys neighbours
The lifesaving Northland rescue helicopter base will move because of excessive noise.

Meet the Kiwis returning home to Northland
Six people talk to reporter Jenny Ling about fleeing lives overseas for the safety of NZ.

Plans for Whangārei Hospital revealed in early 120th birthday gift
The NDHB is still waiting on confirmation from Cabinet about the allocation of funding.

Kaipara councillors put off decision on Mangawhai development
Kaipara District Council takes unusual step of deferring development decision

Bikes on Broadway: Hoons playing 'chicken with cars' on Kaikohe streets
Youths riding bikes and motorbikes causing problems in town.

Clean sweep for Whangārei Pony Club eventing team
Clean sweep for Whangārei Pony Club Eventing Team at North Island championship.

Pothole province: Northland's appalling roads 'not fit for purpose'
Reporter Jenny Ling and the AA's Tracey Rissetto highlight Northland's dire roads.

Threat of kauri dieback at Cape Brett Peninsula sees some tracks closed
Popular Cape Brett Track from Oke Bay to Cape Brett remains open.

Whangārei Hospital's emergency department at capacity a symptom of distressed healthcare system
Northland's growing and aging population will continue to put pressure on healthcare.

Northland's Easter Weekend what's on guide
Lots of activities for Northland visitors and locals this Easter Weekend.

Northland's Matapouri Rd scene of fatal crash
Northland's 2021 road toll rises to 7 after death near Matapouri

Whangārei police and Hits Northland staff give Easter eggs to commuters
Whangārei commuters get sweet road safety messages as the Policester Bunny hits town.

Paihia fire chief recognised for 25 years' service
Rex Wilson awarded Gold Star: ''Helping the community'' his reason for commitment.

Māori-Crown Relations Minister Kelvin Davis visits Pātaua occupation
'We'll block the road if we have to': Occupiers tell Māori-Crown Relations Minister.