Latest from Bay of Islands

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

Northland lifeguards keep more than 18,000 Kiwis safe this summer

Northland surf lifeguards volunteered 12,330 hours to patrols to keep beach-goers safe.

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.

News snippets from Northland

Motorcyclist dies in Far North; and investigation into 'puppy farm' continues.

Clean sweep for Whangārei Pony Club eventing team

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

Threat of kauri dieback at Cape Brett Peninsula sees some tracks closed

Popular Cape Brett Track from Oke Bay to Cape Brett remains open.

Far North tsunami siren system review under way

A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.

Farmers urged to put right tree in right place

Tree planting on farms is the subject of a Beef + Lamb NZ workshop next week.

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.

Age no barrier to stardom for Kawakawa's Isey Cross, 102

Inspiring new film explores the relationship between Isey Cross and her son James.

Bowls: Latest Northland bowls news

Bowls news from Northland.

Northland's Matapouri Rd scene of fatal crash

Northland's 2021 road toll rises to 7 after death near Matapouri