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Northland stakeholders cautious on urgent RMA reforms
Northland stakeholders show cautious support for RMA changes but want deeper reform.
News in brief: Kaipara champions honoured, severe thunderstorms, Lotto winners
The latest news bites from around the region.
Matariki events bring art, culture, and celebration to Northland
Northland is the perfect place to celebrate Matariki this weekend.
'Not good enough': Northland doctors walk out over health system crisis
Northland senior doctors, working among a 19% vacancy rate, want better conditions.
News in brief: Sandbox Fandom Festival 2025 returns to Whangārei in July
The latest news bites from around the region.
'A lot of tears': Concerns over changes to post-mortem examinations
Health NZ plans for autopsies to remain in Whangārei, with a two-year contract extension.
Koru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānau
The koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.
Northland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floods
Cyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.
'Posed little to no risk': Sand mining company defends operations
The sandspit has lost 420,000 tonnes of sand in six years.
'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville grave
The $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.
'Major milestone': Coastguard trials new unit in Mangawhai to boost water safety
The trial runs until April and aims to improve search and rescue coverage.
'So thankful': Mum overwhelmed by community support in cancer fight
Misty Paniora, 26, was given just a few months to live after cancer spread to her brain.
Kaipara’s ‘Trump of the North’ Jepson exits mayoral race, endorses deputy
Craig Jepson won't seek a second term as Kaipara Mayor in October.
'Winterless North' revisited: Snow-like sightings stir memories of snowfall
A couple saw white patches on the road near Dargaville over the weekend.
'It's a total loss': Fire reignites, destroying home and car
The owner stayed in his home days after a fire, but it reignited early on Monday.
Snow-like sighting creates a flurry as temperatures plummet
A bitterly cold front moving north delivered temperatures of less than 4C.
'Another blow': Shrinkflation creeps into shoppers' baskets
Northland shoppers say the practice is spreading, but they have sympathy for businesses.
News in brief: Kate Donley joins Kerikeri Retirement Village board
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: Building community connections in sport and recreation
Strong teamwork, collaboration and sustained focus help achieve the greatest impact.
Northland doctor highlights pay dispute and staffing crisis in EDs
Dr Gary Payinda says despite the challenges, Northland patients are amazing.
HortNZ director steps down after six years of service
De Bruin said one of the best things about the experience was meeting growers across NZ.
Leaks within Dargaville's ageing infrastructure 'completely foreseeable'
Water was restored Sunday, but higher areas were dry from Friday to Sunday.
DoC vows wildlife law changes won't let developers off the hook
DoC says ecological planning and protections are not affected by the Wildlife Act changes.
'Fun and powerful': Students inspired by ocean film event
Attendees wore wetsuits and snorkels for the ocean-themed event at Matakana Cinemas.
Vince Cocurullo: Matariki a time for joy, remembrance and peace
OPINION: The mayor on four-laning, the port expansion, and dry dock.
Dargaville water crisis: Businesses face losses and residents raise health concerns
Repair work will take time as Dargaville's 5000 residents asked to stop using water.
Dargaville has almost no water left: Residents told to conserve
Dargaville's 5000 residents were asked to stop using water this morning.