Two young Far North councillors recognised for leadership
Mayor says the national leadership roles show the district is progressive and inclusive.
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Dave Pennington - A selfless Red Cross volunteer
Dave Pennington helps the Red Cross at home and abroad in a variety of ways.
Manhunt Moerewa: Police arrest 19yo man
19yo man arrested this morning in Kawakawa after tip from the public.
In brief: Shellfish ban extended; water restrictions eased
News snippets from Northland.
Rates burden shifts as Far North land values soar
Sharp rise in land values means east coast will pay a bigger share of Far North rates.
Northlanders shiny happy people, survey says
Northlanders love spending time with their whānau more than the average Kiwi.
Manhunt for 19yo: School in lockdown
Moerewa School will remain closed until the end of week, principal announced.
Dairy industry helps keep cash flowing
Fonterra helps small businesses by paying invoices earlier.
Food poisoning hits WBHS 1st XV ahead of grudge match
The food poisoning hit after an after-match function following a game against Wellsford.
Northland news in brief: Driving charge after crash, quick thinking saves house
News snippets from around the region.
Byelection called on Karikari Peninsula
Lawrie Atkinson, who has resigned for health reasons, has been on the board since 2007.
Brrrr! Swimmers brave icy water in Paihia's mid-winter race
A round-up of events and news snippets from the Bay of Islands and the Mid North.
How my pride for Northland grew during lockdown
We've completed our sprint but, as always, we are in it for the long haul, says Templeton.
Gnawing rodents blamed for house bus fire
Other fire brigade call outs included freeing a person trapped in a courthouse toilet.
Four men on cannabis charges remanded in custody again
Four men charged over cannabis-growing operation remain in custody.
$5000 family road trip up for grabs as Far North lures domestic travellers
New Facebook page aims to promote Far North and encourage domestic tourism.
Increased Covid-19 testing shows no new Northland cases
The DHB is continuing to test for Covid-19 with extended hours at testing centres.
Northland man jailed for stabbing police dog, fleeing police
Man jailed for stabbing police dog trying to ram police cars, aggravated burglary.
Boatie couple helped to bring islands back to life
Malcolm and Helen Shaft help keeping Urupukapuka and other islands pest free.
New dental clinic embraces Advocate business campaign
A new dental team in Ruakākā has drilled into the support of the local business community.
Northland news in brief: Man sustains injuries from shotgun
News snippets from across the region.
Ex-NDHB head Brown calling for digital focus
Brown welcomed the proposed changes to the number of DHBs and how their boards functioned.
Two men appear in court in relation to Bridget Simmonds case
Whangārei man appears in court for murder of Bridget Simmonds.
Sheryl Mai: Celebrate the strength of communities working together
Take some time this week to volunteer.
Te Rarawa launches water storage project
Water reservoir will allow dairy farms to be converted to high-yield horticulture.
Jobs for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects
Jobs and opportunities for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects.
Bay of Islands' hapū win top environmental award
Patukeha and Ngāti Kuta have been working for 20 years to restore pest-ravaged Cape Brett.
Why Northland's tsunami sirens are causing confusion
Northland's tsunami sirens confused with fire alarms.
More nurses needed to meet demand
Covid-19 impact may worsen nurse shortage in Northland.
Mayors call for govt intervention in electricity market
'Energy poverty' already a problem in parts of Northland.
Search for teen after firearm incident in Moerewa
Nineteen-year-old David Mane is wanted in relation to a firearms incident on Saturday.
Jonny Wilkinson: Accessible tourism is a no-brainer
Tourism need to cater for all needs.
Budding Northland actor lands lead role in TV series
Budding actor Byron Repia has landed a leading role in an upcoming TV series about rugby.