Cruise ship spending jumps in 2019-20 but coming season a likely write-off
Despite a Covid-shortened season and fewer passengers, spending in North rose 17 per cent.
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Ranfurly Shield challenge hits fever pitch
Northland have an opportunity to win the Ranfurly Shield after 42 years.
News snippets from Northland
No injuries in SH1 crash; and Bay Walking Weekend returns.
Family proud of Northland teen crowned Miss NZ 2020
'I want to show that with hard work you can achieve anything,' says 19yo Sydney Batters.
Toilets gutted in Kerikeri school fire, arson suspected
Flames were shooting out of toilet-block doors and windows when the fire brigade arrived.
Fiji double celebration comes to Kororāreka
Th Covid border closure brings Fiji's 50th-anniversary celebrations to the Bay of Islands.
Dying son's final wish: Forgive my killer
Tawhirimatea Tahere's last words were for his family to forgive his killer
Builders pull together to help animal charity
BOI Animal Rescue has helped countless creatures since 2016 - now they're getting a hand.
Court removes Stephenson Island trustees
Two men breached fiduciary duty to all the owners of Stephenson Island.
Shellfish ban imposed on Northland's west coast
Phone Healthline or seek medical attention if you become ill after eating shellfish.
Whangārei's Kathy Ramsay walking from Cape Reinga to home city
The 53-year-old begins her Northland trek today, walking for mental health.
Whatuwhiwhi community has had enough of methamphetamine scourge
Far North community marches against methamphetamine.
Pink Ribbon bike ride in Northland raised $7144
Motorbike ride through Northland raised more than $7000 to help fight breast cancer.
Avocado thefts a public health risk, grower says
Insecticide spray warning: Buyers of stolen fruit don't know if it's safe to eat.
Whangārei volunteers clean up more than a tonne of trash in monthly clean-up
Marine pollutant, traffic cones, tyres and fire extinguisher found in Whangārei clean-up.
'Hundertwasser would have been proud' of Kawakawa's Te Hononga - Ardern
Opening of art-filled community hub brings Kawakawa's biggest crowd in years.
More than 300 parcels given to families impacted by Covid
Community groups help Red Cross distribute parcels to needy families throughout Northland.
Whangārei-born uni student is also army reservist
Whangārei's Matthew Young spends his non-uni time in army reserves.
Investigation into fatal car crash following police pursuit in Kaitaia
Police are investigating a fatal car crash in Kaitaia which happened after a police chase.
Waipapa roundabout open for traffic
Work on three roundabouts on Northland's state highway network progressing well.
Tuia 250 virtual reality tour hits the road in Northland
Roadshow marks 1000 years of Polynesian navigation and meeting of two voyaging traditions.
Fijians from as far away as Auckland attended
Fiji Day celebration in Whangārei attracts a jolly good crowd.
Northland Kauri just keep getting better
Northland's focus shifts to the Ranfurly Shield challenge against the Magpies this week.
Communities split over free school lunches
Full list: Which schools will get free school lunches?
Portraits bring Māori perspective to first contact
Project began with welcome of Tuia 250 fleet to Whangārei's Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
Northland to benefit from $9.2m for marae upgrades
Work on 34 marae is expected to create 388 jobs.
Showhome trashed in new Whangārei subdivision
Vandals have broken into a showhome and trashed it for "s**** and giggles".
Under 14s get free entry to both games
Northland rugby targets grassroots and thanks fans for their ongoing support.
Kaipara Harbour to get $200m restoration plan
'In 160 years the mahi we are signing today will still resonate,' says Kaipara mayor.
Northland bowls clubs start new season this weekend
Bowls clubs are holding their first club championship for the new season.