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Retiring from R Tucker Thompson; gateway unveiled and recovery park for Russell
The latest from the Bay of Islands and surrounds

Government spending $64 million on Northland marae work
$64 million worth of work on Northland marae.

Repairs on closed Bay of Islands track could take until September
Closed Ōpua-Paihia coastal track also forms part of Te Araroa long-distance trail.

Tropical weather events bring never seen bird to Whangārei
A rare white-tailed tropic bird is recovering in Whangārei's native bird centre.

9 new cases in Northland, Big Boost events coming for Dargaville, Kerikeri
Five of these are in Kerikeri and four are in Whangārei.

'Start of the school year is the most expensive time'
Northland families rely on second-hand marketplace for school uniforms.

Call for Govt to purchase shares in Refining NZ
Parliamentary committee looking at petition calling for Refining NZ to stay.

Comment: Make 100km/h the exception, not the rule
There are positives in reducing the speed limit on Northland roads

Whangārei to become more cycling-friendly as more commuters encouraged to ditch their car
Aotearoa Bike Challenge kicked off at the start of the month and encourages more cycling.

Large plumes of smoke seen as Ruakākā firefighters tackle Northport blaze
Firefighters were called to the blaze at Northport shortly before 1pm today.

17 new cases: Covid has reached Far North
One case detected in Karikari Peninsula, location of another case unknown.

Muggy, uncomfortable weather will continue to the weekend
Places across Northland receive close to 100mm of rain in just 24 hours.

Hapū challenge plans to return Ngunguru Sandspit land to public ownership
Hapū members want land at Northland's Ngunguru Sandspit be returned to them

Heated clash in Kaitāia leads Northland police to uncover drugs, cash, and gun
A skirmish on the backstreets of Kaitāia led police to make an even greater discovery.

Number of new Covid cases in Northland drops
Northland has recorded a drop in daily Covid case numbers today.

'Very reckless': Cell tower destruction leaves Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto without full phone, internet service
Police urging public to pass on information about Kaiwaka and Waipu cell tower attacks.

'Long way to recovery': Container awaits donations for Tonga
A shipping container has arrived in Dargaville for Northlanders to donate aid to Tonga.

Northland local Govt leaders should 'like their counterparts' be fully vaxxed
Northland's local government leaders called on to 'set good example' around vaccination.

Ten memorable Waitangi moments
Waitangi has evolved from protest flashpoint to an inclusive, colourful and fun festival.

Government responds to calls for checkpoints at Northland gateways
Tai Tokerau Border Control has renewed its calls for checkpoints amid the Omicron outbreak

Māori representation sees Sport Northland Board now truly co-governed
Māori representation on Sport Northland Board sees true co-governance.

Northland has 21 new Covid cases as Omicron becomes dominant variant in region
Northlanders urged to get tested for Covid 19 and vaccinated with 21 new Covid cases

Lawyer has contracted Covid defendant says
Former Northland prison officer's sentencing for Arms Act offending adjourned.

Kiwifruit orchards and commercial buildings boosting value of Ngāpuhi's $150 million-plus investment fund
"A solid start" - assessment of the first year of Ngāpuhi Investment fund by chair

Russell flagpole attack upsets local hapū
Flagpole has been fenced off for safety until permanent repairs can be carried out.

Mixed reaction by Northland leaders to reopening of NZ borders
Stranded Paihia businesswoman in Perth feels unwelcome in her own country.