Latest from Kaipara District

Council: Rising seas could force Dargaville move to higher ground

Dargaville's town centre may need higher ground to survive global warming.

Perene driving cricket's future in te reo

Perene, 20, was not letting a little thing like pregnancy get in the way of her mission.

League's future can't resemble Jubilee Park

Even though the game is struggling at the moment, we can still avoid a similar fate.

Q&A with Dai Henwood: 'Live shows can get loose'

7 Days comedian Dai Henwood talks about comedy and a potential life as a rural postie.

Northland news in brief: Budding scientists wanted, chapel re-opening

Catch up on what's happening around the region.

Onerahi honours 'crack-up fella' Casey Smith with memorial match

This year's memorial match raises funds for the recessed Onerahi Rugby Club.

Hallowed sporting ground abandoned to homeless

Inside Whangārei's Jubilee Park, a former league ground and now a home for the destitute.

Dargaville community questions validity of new pontoon

A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.

What's On: Plan your weekend in Northland

There are plenty of family events on this weekend.

Coach profile: Northland Kauri's Cheryl Smith

Smith, a former Black Fern has had a fantastic year with the Northland Kauri.

Mission to save Hikurangi mudfish has led class to parliament

The habitat of the black mudfish is shrinking endangering the native species.

Participation the key for beach volleyball

While the focus wasn't on competition, there were plenty of competitive games on show.

'Mother Load' wool nappy idea turns heads at competition

A Kaikohe mum has come up with the idea of biodegradable disposable wool nappies.

Induction over and now time for action

Northland firefighters in NSW swing into action.

Kauri Club dolls out the dosh

Hopefully, these athletes will be the first of many to receive Kauri Club scholarships.

Luxurious yachts anchor in Whangārei boosting local economy

Graeme Hart's $50 million superyacht J'Ade in for maintenance.

Eastwood: Athlete support is imperative

With so many talented athletes in Northland, it is important to support them financially.

Mother-of-six reckons her kids had the best Christmas ever

Plea from the Sallies in Whangārei to sponsor hampers and gift packs to needy families