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Blue penguin dies from dog attack wounds
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.

Northland infrastructure spend could see 10 years of SH1 roadworks
Northland infrastructure spend could see 10 years of SH1 roadworks

Foster Hope among three finalists for community awards
Charity gives out backpacks full of essentials to kids in foster care.

Far North fights 100 fires so far this year - despite total fire ban
"Some in our communities are choosing to blatantly ignore the risks."

Player retention a priority for new-look academy
The new academy system represents a step forward for the union at the age-group level.

Six60 in Whangārei: What you need to know
The Kiwi band will be supported by LAB, Sons of Zion and Vayne.

News snippets from Northland
SH1 closed over Mangamukas for resurfacing, more Lotto Luck.

Epic horse trek hits stumbling block in Northland
But Larissa Mueller and Sprite have mostly been treated with kindness.

NZ Post in Whangārei is on the move
New NZ Post location in Whangārei raises parking concerns.

Poutō Lighthouse Challenge backing cancer fight
Poutō is a special place and this weekend's event is raising funds for a special cause.

Multi-million dollar urban growth corridor Northland to Auckland on the cards
The corridor would be the second in NZ.

Northland drought: $80,000 support a good start
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor declared a drought on Tuesday.

Two farms fined nearly $75,000 for effluent discharges
Fonterra clamps down on non-compliant Northland dairy farms by stopping milk collection.

Young landlubbers get taste of Navy life on Waitangi Day
Students from Whangārei and Kaitaia spent Waitangi Day on Navy vessel.

Te Tii Marae connected to broadband thanks to PGF
The marae in Waitangi is one of 17 in Northland connected through PGF funding.

Mental skills key for new north zone rugby academy
The new academy will be the base for 12 representatives of Northland's young rugby talent.

Man on trial in Whangārei for murder
Young Northlander died of two stab wounds to his chest during an argument.

Far North mayor admits his council should have done more on water
Government declares drought in Northland with $80,000 in support.

Mayor: Current water situation likely to become normal
Whangārei District Council may impose level 2 water restrictions.

Government declares drought in Northland and parts of Auckland
An adverse weather event has been declared in all of Northland and parts of Auckland.

'The Hub' basketball court valuable for all
The courts proved a popular attraction on a good day in Kaikohe on Saturday.

Man at centre of three-hour standoff sentenced
After three hours and as police moved into a property, Hiko Komene gave himself up.

Whangārei water restrictions likely
Whangārei District Council is preparing to help other regions.

Unpaid road user charges: Northland company owes $530,000
Company operated at least 68 truck and trailer units which were liable for road charges.

Big changes needed for regional development: Infrastructure NZ
INZ CEO Paul Blair says Northlanders need vision for the future of their region.

Protest to raise awareness about Arms Legislation Bill
Protest to raise awareness about Arms Legislation Bill making its way through Parliament.