Northland Regional Council slashes planned rates rise
It's wiped $2.4m from its proposed next year's budget.
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Walking the dog could cost $300 fine if you don't collect poop
It seems during Covid-19 walking the dog has experienced a resurgence.
One active Covid-19 case left in Northland
The latest update on Northland's fight against Covid-19.
Giant tunnel-boring machine to be named after Dame Whina Cooper
Dame Whina's name topped nationwide poll of 300 influential women.
Rare bluntnose lizardfish caught in Northland
Rare fished hooked by angler in Houhora Harbour excites fish experts.
Swift justice: Off-duty cop chases down donation box thief
The 27-year-old suspect tried to flee the scene but didn't stand a chance.
Primary school down from 497 kids to 17 at alert level 3
Under alert level 3 schools are open to Year 10 but only for children of essential workers
Whangārei economy to take $197 million hit in next year
The stark news is in a hard-hitting report about pandemic's impact on the local economy.
Cyclist attacked by dog on Twin Coast trail, needs 14 stitches
Man knocked off bike, bitten three times by off-leash pitbull-type dog.
Even gingerbread men are taking precautions
Cafe also giving away "coronavirus biscuits" in the spiky shape of the Covid-19 virus.
Go Local! Let's get to know our local producers and businesses
Now is the time to develop a new prosperity for the region
Driver, 66, in fatal Northland crash not wearing seatbelt, police say
So far four Northlanders have died on the region's roads during the Covid-19 lockdown.
Go Local! Northland businesses rapt with support from regulars
Voucher initiative has seen customers support small operators.
Level 2 a lifeline for Northland businesses
Hairdressers and bars are making sure to tick every box ahead of a move to level 2.
'Haunted for life': Mum of baby girl tells of carjacking nightmare
A mum says watching her car being driven off with her baby in the backseat will haunt her.
Wanted: Photos released of driver accused of stealing car with baby in backseat
Can you help police track down the driver involved in a carjacking in Whangārei.
Go Local! Paihia pilot pays it forward with caffeine and kindness
Tourism operator's big-hearted gesture to help struggling local businesses.
Man killed in crash near Kaikohe not wearing seatbelt, police say
Single-vehicle crash occurred on Mataraua Rd about 12.40am today.
Youth Week: We are speaking, are you listening?
Get involved and stay connected, #youthweeknz to go in the draw for a prize.
Online tools help farmers cope with lockdown
Digital nous enables farmers to work much smarter
Ticket scammer Lulu Pou appeals two-year jail sentence
A Whangārei woman scammed thousands of dollars by using fake Facebook accounts.
Northland 20 days without a case
The latest information regarding Northland and New Zealand's fight against Covid-19.
Surf's up but Shipwreck Bay road closed
Surfers concerned about future access as road to Shipwreck Bay closed to end of level 3.
Northland carjacking: Man flees after stealing car with baby on back seat
Man steals car from service station forecourt with baby on backseat.
Waka ama paddler rescued from Whangārei Harbour
Waka ama paddler rescued from Whangārei harbour after waka breaks apart.
Vehicle stolen from Whangārei service station, baby in backseat
Police scour street for man after car stolen with baby in backseat
Go Local! Uncertain times for Northland businesses
The region has seen a big spike in people applying for benefits due to fallout from Covid.
Students filming life under lockdown
Northland students film life under lockdown to promote region.
Troy Kingi's award-winning album returns to roots
Northland muso Troy Kingi takes out top award at Taite Music prize giving.
Northland news in brief: Japanese firm buys forest, mountain bikes return to Waitangi and roadworks resume
News snippets from across the region.
DHB expects increase in Covid-19 testing in winter
We may see a rise in the number of people 'under investigation' for Covid-19 in hospitals.
New Zealand fields first ploughed at Kerikeri 200 years ago
200 years of plough being used at Kerikeri for first time in NZ.
NZ goes two days without new Covid-19 case
The number of Northlanders under investigation for Covid-19 in hospital has decreased.
Plain sailing: New operator's plan for Hokianga ferry fares
Bay of Islands-based Fullers GreatSights now running the Hokianga ferry.