Bay News: Birdman swoops back to Russell
A round-up of news snippets, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
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Northland nurses to strike
At least 1200 Northland nurses are walking out in the first strike since 1988.
Northland-made hunting show goes global
TV series produced in Kerikeri bedroom will be streamed to a potential 96 million viewers.
Ryan Nankivell from BOI College in Blues U18 camp
Ryan Nankivell from BOI College in Blues U18 camp.
Northland Premier Rugby comp sees battles to host semi finals
Home semi and pride all that's left to play for in Northland Premier Rugby.
More than 44,000 viewings a month for Northland houses
Number of online viewing for properties in Northland top 44,000 a month.
What's happening in our region
It's all happening in the North this weekend, get out there people!
Bay of Islands' muddiest race The Beast returns
The Beast is back in the Bay of Islands.
Animal lovers protest pound conditions
Dog lobby group hands councillors a pile of dog blankets, beds and treats.
Ngawha power station to energise Far North's future
Excess electricity from Ngawha will be exported on to the National Grid.
Bay News Bites: Comic art in Kohukohu
A weekly round-up of news snippets, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands.
Kiwi death on tennis star's property a 'wake-up call'
Dead bird found at Russell's Long Beach found to have been victim of dog attack.
News briefs from around Northland: dirt bike stolen and MP's dad dies
News snippets from around Northland.
Northland news in brief: forestry project launched
News snippets from around Northland
Smoke billows from plastic factory fire
About 20 firefighters from around the Mid North battled the Waipapa Rd blaze.
Winter warmer packs to help Northland families
Winter warmer packs will help Northland families this winter.
News briefs from Northland - interlocks for repeat drink drivers and rates appeal
News snippets from around Northland
Council starts from scratch with new dog bylaw
The last attempt to update the bylaw sparked howls of protest from dog owners.
Big turn out for muddy cross-country race day
More than 150 kids aged 8-12 competed on one of the coldest, muddiest days on record.
Kamo atop of Bayleys Northland Premier and Premier Reserve Rugby competitions
Kamo leading Bayleys Northland Premier and Premier Reserve Rugby competitions
Ladi6 plays shows in Northland this weekend
Kiwi soul queen to play gigs in Whangarēi and Russell.
What's happening in our region
Lots to do in the Winterless North this weekend and next week.
Southee to star in first North American T20 comp
Northland's Tim Southee playing in North American's first T20 comp.
Kiwi located and tracked in Northland forestry blocks
Kiwi located and tracked in Northland forestry blocks.
Major changes as board gets new blood
Only one left after four Northland Inc directors ousted, then six new ones brought in.
Bay News Bites: Adventure film fest returns
Adventure movies, Ballroom Battle winners, your chance to be a movie extra, and lots more.
Far North hapū at loggerheads over 1080
A storm brews over 1080 drops in the Far North where hapū are disagreeing with each other.
Veteran's granddaughter welcomes plans for Māori Battalion museum
The new museum at the Treaty Grounds is due to open for Waitangi Day 2020.
Nippy weather on the way for Northland
Cold snap on the way in mid and Far North, with temperatures tipped to fall as low as 3C.
News briefs from Northland; Man dies in Spirits Bay
News snippets from around Northland.