Latest from Kaipara District
Consumer NZ calls for action on 'shrinkflation' amid rising concerns
Consumer NZ urges transparency from businesses regarding shrinkflation.
News in brief: Vape retailers caught selling to minors
The latest news bites from around the region.
Fears Northland Expressway at risk as report challenges $1.2b GDP boost
MP Grant McCallum fears the highway could be scrapped by a Labour-led government.
Te Aupōuri kaitiaki group honoured for outstanding Northland conservation
The group planted more than 120,000 native plants and installed 16km of fencing.
Vince Cocurullo: What have we achieved in three years?
The Government approved the four-lane Northland Expressway after prolonged advocacy.
Northland firefighters face struggles with ageing fleet and delays
Firefighters worry their ageing engine may impact response times.
'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmers
Federated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.
Jonny Wilkinson: Innovative trial seeks to fill respite care gap in Northland
The Tai Tokerau survey showed a severe shortage of respite options in Northland.
Name suppression lifted for man accused of murdering Far North local
George Raharaha, 73, is accused of murdering Daniel Hepehi in Hōreke.
Active front brings strong winds, downpours to Northland
MetService has placed a severe thunderstorm watch on Northland until 11am.
News in brief: Kaipara champions honoured, severe thunderstorms, Lotto winners
The latest news bites from around the region.
Police officer to be charged after pursuit crash that killed teen
The family of Whangārei teen Angel Riley say their hunt for justice is just beginning.
'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationists
The trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.
News in brief: Northland Regional Council approves rates rise, lower than forecast
The latest news bites from around the region.
John Williamson: The responsibility of grandparents in child car safety
Grandparents may struggle with car seat installations, but kids are safer with them.
Rising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total
As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district.
Man pleads not guilty to charges in death of Bay of Islands nurse
A 59-year-old is charged with careless driving, causing the death of Mandy Rita Mackenzie.
Student-led art project challenges stigma around mental illness
Cerise Tana, who is studying social work, says the art is a form of activism.
Far North couple lose home, pets in devastating fire
Owners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back.
Person airlifted to hospital after alleged assault near Far North wharf
One person has been taken into custody after the alleged assault.
News in brief: Ocean swimmers brave chilly race, nurses' strike at Whangārei Hospital
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: Endless tourist tours are our modern purgatory
Apparently elsewhere in Norway there’s a town called simply 'Hell'.
Why kiwi deaths on roads highlight a conservation success story
Both kiwi, a male and female, were wild-hatched.
'Reach new heights': Māori tradies share their journeys from challenges to triumph
A new campaign has been launched to highlight the achievements of Māori in the trades.
News in brief: Three new orthopaedic surgeons for Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Not good enough': Northland doctors walk out over health system crisis
Northland senior doctors, working among a 19% vacancy rate, want better conditions.
Hopes new Baylys Beach observation tower will aid surf safety, prevent rescues
Surf club captain Kyran Gillespie says something fit for purpose is a welcome change.