Police appeal for sightings of missing man
Police have concerns for the welfare of Little-John Makoare, 39.
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Kaipara council welcomes organisers’ peaceful protest pledge
Next week’s protest march in Dargaville triggered by new mayor’s ‘karakia ban’.
Protest march planned over Kaipara karakia ban
Iwi leader says karakia ban is 'racism dressed up as democracy'.
Kaipara 's east/west political mix a concern for some
A growing Mangawhai presence on Kaipara District Council is altering its balance.
Walking access from Northland’s Ripiro Beach to Kai Iwi Lakes restored
A farmer's goodwill has seen the track from Ripiro Beach to Kai Iwi Lakes restored.
Joy at the clubhouse as Miss Dargaville returns home after decades away
Rescue canoe Miss Dargaville returns to the Baylys Beach Surf Lifesaving Club
Watch: Stunning meteor soars over North Island
More witness accounts are required to track the meteorite.
New venue in Northland for Steve Smith Memorial Bowls Tournament
Steve Smith Memorial Bowls Tournament back in Northland after Covid-enforced break
Aucklanders targeted as Kaipara opens up more land for development
More land in the Kaipara is to be rezoned for development.
Govt report names vulnerable communities at major risk of flooding
Some Northlanders felt the suggestion communities at risk needed to move was unnecessary.
Fur seal on Northland's Mangakahia Rd more than 30km from ocean home
It is the first time a seal has been seen in the area.
Northpower Electric Power Trust elections open with eight vying for five positions
Voting papers have already been sent out.
61,000 Northpower customers to get power bill discounts
The company is distributing almost $12.4m back to electricity users.
Northern Advocate Hall of Fame inductee is McKay boss Lindsay Faithfull
McKay boss Lindsay Faithfull is the 2022 Northern Advocate Hall of Fame inductee
Dargaville artist's mural wins Keep New Zealand Beautiful award
Dargaville mural wins national award for Kaipara artist.
Thousands descend on Whangārei's Northland Events Centre again for World Cup quarter-finals
Rugby clash sees big crowd at Whangārei's Northland Events Centre as Black Ferns run riot.
Get out the fans - Northland to swelter in high humidity this weekend
Climate change sees earlier than normal high humidity for Northland.
Saving drowning holidaymakers in Northland haunts rescuer
Kimi Oshiro's advice for Northlanders is to take water safety messages seriously.
Important drawcard: Northland showcased as major foodie destination
Foodie visitors to Northland can indulge in the region's best eats thanks to new videos.
Review on future lifeguard patrols may include Kai Iwi Lakes
Surf Life Saving NZ wants a regional water safety to help plan for the future.
Officer justified in shooting at man who injured police dog
The IPCA chairman commended the dog handler for his actions.
New Kaipara mayor's promise: Looking at every possible way to cut council costs
Mayor Craig Jepson wants to simplify council processes and focus on expenditure.
The big chill: Kerikeri to boast coldest night on record since 1994
Northlanders should wrap up warm as Antarctic chill heads our way.
High-voltage transmission lines for above tourist rail trail
Concern over the overhead power lines buzzing and swinging in the wind above trail users.
Kaipara deputy mayor wants voters to have their say in the local elections
The final current-term council meeting ended with politicians' valedictory speeches.
'It's just so cool for Whangārei to have the Rugby World Cup'
The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.
Northland iwi backs 1080 poison drop in Waipoua Forest
DoC's plans to drop tonnes of 1080 on Waipoua Forest supported by Te Roroa kaitiaki
Teenager arrested after three burglaries, failing to stop
The 16-year-old allegedly tried to flee from police, who deployed spikes.
Kaipara's six mayoral candidates on their plans for the district
Kaipara District Council mayoral candidates on their plans for the district.
Tough times for health staff, patients in Dargaville
Dargaville Medical Centre is down half its doctors.
Cost of camping at Kaipara's Taharoa Domain to increase
A new fee system is being introduced to replace off-peak and peak visitor time fees.
Northlanders share memories and aroha with royal family
Condolence books available at libraries and council offices until Memorial Day on Sept 26.
The thinning blue line: Where are the frontline police?
The number of police who are leaving the job has risen for the first time in two years.
Kaipara mayor Dr Jason Smith reflects on his time leading the district
Kaipara is a blend of the past, present and future.