Latest fromKaipara District

Farm owner humbled by offers of help from former employees
Several ex-workers offer to help at flooded Hikurangi Swamp farm.

Bill Shepherd admits improper discharge of dairy wastewater
Former NRC chair and his company plead guilty to environment law breaches.

Floodwaters will take at least another week to recede
Hikurangi Swamp farmers spending up large feeding their cows after the recent deluge.

NDHB admits staff development course rates need improving
With a preferred rate of 80%, three of the courses' attendance rates were below 60%.

Hope House in Kaitaia gets nearly $1.4m to fight meth
More than $2m come Northland's way in its fight against meth.

Retailer laments frequency of attacks on businesses
Financial stress and drug addiction blamed for a rise in attacks on businesses in Otaika.

Go Local! Waipapa businesses seek local support during major works
Shop owners are urging customers to remain loyal during a double-whammy of financial pain.

Two more Whangārei rioters sentenced
The riot took place in Otangarei last March after an alleged family violence incident.

Chief medical officer - what's working, what's not for NDHB.
Chief medical officer Dr Mike Roberts pulled no punches in his view of the NDHB's issues.

Russell Rawiri hangs up his badge after 41 years
Senior Constable Russell Rawiri looks back on an enforcement career with no regrets.

Northland talent on TV: Pio Terei and Nix Adams
The Māori Television show pairs a longtime star with a social media sensation.

Northland storm: Four homes left uninhabitable
More homes may be deemed unfit for occupation once further inspections have been done.

News snippets from Northland
Citrus for South collection tomorrow; and racial abuse investigated.

Allegations involved sex with a minor
Man facing significant number of sex charges, together with four others in Northland.

Whangārei Hospital kauri tree attack
Police release images of the offender who struck during darkness.

Northland town breaks record for warmest July
Northeasterlies one of the reasons for above average temps in Northland this winter.

RSA demolished in September for new $48m civic centre
'It's the end of one era and the beginning of another': Whangārei RSA president.

Gwen Lawson: Third time's the trick for singles bowls comp
Even as the season draws to a close, it won't be long until the 2020/21 season comes.

Ngāwhā hot pools weeks away from re-opening
Both pool complexes have been closed for upgrades but one is about to throw open doors.

Northland DHB's Covid-19 bill up to $10.6m
The results for 2019/20 financial year would be released at the next board meeting.

Survey shows principals lack confidence in Oranga Tamariki
The survey showed 44 principals said there has been no dramatic improvements since CYF.

Professional cuddling service launches in Whangārei
Whakarongotai Nikora says professional cuddling provides a safe space for connection.

Big chunk of council land earmarked for mountain bike park
Local trust gets green light by council for mountain bike park in Kaipara.

Reservoir levels returning to healthy levels
Reservoir levels in Whangārei going up but residents need to keep saving water.

Police committed to holding those responsible to account
Whangārei mum targeted in racist attack still fears for her family after going to police.

Army reservists called out to help stranded kidney patients
Army reservists called out to help stranded kidney patients

News snippets from Northland
$51,000 for rescue helicopter; and avoid DoC tracks due to storm damage.