Union suggest use of alternative ways of producing fuel
Hundreds of job at the refinery could be culled as demand for fuel slumps.
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Far North kauri sanctuary, Māori tourism projects get $7.5m funding boost
Takou Bay kauri sanctuary an attempt to safeguard future of species threatened by dieback.
Mini-tornado wreaks havoc in boat yard in just 12 seconds
Tornadoes knock over boats in Whangārei yard and knock down trees at Oakura.
Sacred Taratara Mountain off limits to the public
Education needed about Taratara Mountain which is sacred and off limits.
Charmaine Smith's Northland dream that will never be
A scan revealed Smith was at risk of becoming paralysed from the neck down.
V8 Supercars driver Greg Murphy takes Hikurangi locals for a spin on a Polaris
Race driver Greg Murphy was in Hikurangi on Wednesday giving locals the ride of their life
Kawakawa teen charged with murder
18-year-old charged in relation to stabbing death of Krillan Koni Brown, also 18.
Heavy rain ends water restrictions
Water restrictions end in Whangārei after recent heavy rain filled up dams.
Dementia unit in Maungatūroto tackles region-wide issue
Aged care advocates say there's a shortage of dementia units in Northland.
Maungaturoto pair win on home turf
It was the first centre title for both Malcolm Scott and Keith Youngman on Sunday.
Two young Far North councillors recognised for leadership
Mayor says the national leadership roles show the district is progressive and inclusive.
Dave Pennington - A selfless Red Cross volunteer
Dave Pennington helps the Red Cross at home and abroad in a variety of ways.
Northland Regional Council takes timber processor to court over unpaid debt
The council is seeking $860,580 in outstanding principal, costs and interest from REL.
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.
Food poisoning hits WBHS 1st XV ahead of grudge match
The food poisoning hit after an after-match function following a game against Wellsford.
Farmers and growers rejoice with decent rain
But soil moisture level in Northland not where it should be, Niwa says.
Four men on cannabis charges remanded in custody again
Four men charged over cannabis-growing operation remain in custody.
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.
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.
Wayne Brown: Milk plant project 'complicated'
Market volatility a major factor holding back construction of milk plant in Kerikeri.
Jobs for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects
Jobs and opportunities for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects.
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.
Results of redundancy at LVL plant days away
Hundreds of worried LVL plant workers to know next week who will keep their jobs.
Bruce Rogan thinking about contesting election for new party
Prominent Northland local govt critic may contest election for new political party.