Latest from Mangawhai

Illegal Ruakākā dumping a major fire risk

No one is prepared to claim ownership of land on which an illegal dump sits in Ruakākā.

About 90 jobs to go at Marsden Pt refinery over the next quarter

Refining NZ to start laying off about 90 staff as global fuel demand slows.

Whangārei's views wanted on plans for waterfront precinct

What's next for the Town Basin? Council is asking Northlanders what they think.

News snippets from Northland

News in brief from Northland

Taniwha looking strong ahead of final

Northland cause a boil over in Dunedin by stunning Otago in the semi final.

Severe skills shortage threatens hospitality industry

Northland restaurateurs are struggling to recruit skilled chefs and hospitality staff.

Rāwhiti hapū win national biosecurity award

Bay of Islands Māori land trust working to eradicate pests and bring back native wildlife.

Dream realised as Camera Obscura sculpture opens to public

Tears are shed as Whangārei's Camera Obscura sculpture opens after a 10-year gestation.

Northlanders sticking to fisheries rules and regulations

Northlanders well-behaved when it comes to taking kai moana.

Being well equipped is key to safety for Northland boaties

Being well equipped is key to safety for Northland boaties.

Northland petition: 'hundreds sign' to stop Māori wards

NRC councillor hails impact of campaign in response to 'broken democracy'

Northland schools get $4.5m for new classrooms

The funding is part of a $164m Government investment.

Running for brain tumour support is Whangārei's Gavin Starling's tribute to late partner

After losing his partner to a tumour, Gavin Starling is running for brain cancer support.

News snippets from Northland

Papermakers take centre stage in Whangārei, Kauri captain starts for Black Ferns

News snippets from Northland

Top skaters heading north; and two local books launched.

Dog responsible for killing dotterel at Ruakākā still at large

DoC focuses on educating the public and enforcement on protected reserves in Bream Bay.

Alleged co-offender granted bail

Legal Aid representations yet to be finalised for alleged police shooter and co-offender.

Senior cop Wane Wharerau named new Ngāpuhi chairman

Wane Wharerau's election comes after a time of upheaval within NZ's biggest iwi.