News from the Bay of Islands with Sandy Myhre
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Latest fromKaipara District
'A constant issue': Students' safety around school bus stops questioned
The welfare of young pedestrians is one of many safety issues on Whangārei Heads Rd.
Thursday meeting to hear FNDC submission on water rating equalisation scheme
FNDC wants all ratepayers to pay a fair share of water rates.
'A pretty big comeback': Anzac Day dawn service returns to Kerikeri
Anzac Day services diminished in recent years by Covid, sale of Kerikeri RSA clubrooms.
Gumboot Friday gets $14K from Whangārei golf fundraiser
Northland golf tournament raises $12,000 for mental health charity Gumboot Friday.
Comment: Government is giving battlers a helping hand
Emily Henderson says the Government is delivering for hard-up people.
Ratepayers across Northland face big rates rises
Inflation and a tight labour market among reasons given for big jumps.
Disability charity campaigner seeks funding for playground accessibility in Whangārei
Out of around 25 playgrounds in central Whangārei, just two have accessible options
Cape Rēinga fire contained; campground reopens
Firefighters are using drones and thermal cameras to locate remaining hotspots.
'They knew nothing could happen to them': Loitering youth assault police officer
Pepper spray had to be used to detain one of youngsters who attacked officer.
News snippets from Northland - news briefs from across the region
News in briefs from Northland
Kaumātua and long-serving contractor mourned
Northland kaumātua Nepo Henare dies at 80 after a long battle with cancer.
Whangārei, Northland and Te Tai Tokerau electorate candidates revealed
Six months from election candidates for Whangārei, Northland and Te Tai Tokerau lining up
Littering in Northland on the up
Cigarette buts, vaping and plastic most prevalent litter items in Northland.
Plan formed for SH1 Mangamuka repairs - but it won't fully re-open before May 2024
At least another year of Mangamuka Gorge closure as $100m fix-up needed.
Back on her feet: How new app helps Northland woman recover from fall
Recovery from a fall at home means Whangārei woman has more time to spend with grandkids.
Northland crayfish limits cut for recreational and commercial fishers
Reductions to commercial and recreational crayfish limits come in to effect in Northland.
Nine Northland hockey players to play for NZ
Northland hockey players to compete in the World Masters Tournament.
No fooling Jonny Wilkinson when it comes to disability issues
Disabled advocate Jonny Wilkinson wakes to a brave new world - for today only
Joe Bennett ponders life, the universe and everything else through dying microwave
Columnist Joe Bennett finds the demise of his microwave sparks deeper thoughts
Whangārei councillor told to apologise for breaching confidentiality
Whangārei district councillor Jayne Golightly breached council confidentiality.
Relief for motorists in Northland with SH1 over the Brynderwyns opened both ways on Friday
Brynderwyns opened both ways on Friday to relief of SH1 motorists
Gwen Lawson on bowls - Champion of Champion Pairs and Singles winners
Winners found in Northland Bowls' Champion of Champion Pairs and Singles
Festival celebrating all things Ngāti Hine returns to Moerewa this weekend
Event brings three days of kapa kapa, kai, music and debate to Otiria Marae.
Bay News: Historic police house for sale, theatre classes for kids, and Hokianga’s heavenly exhibition
Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds with Sandy Myhre.
Whangārei District Council won’t remove couple occupying Onerahi land
The couple set up a makeshift home after they had to leave their emergency housing.
Iconic artist Selwyn Muru's life's work showcased in prestigious art centre
The Te Hāpua-born artist is known as one of the most original Māori thinkers of all time.
Nicotine lozenges may have spurred prisoner's roof-climbing antics
Corrections to launch full review of incident at Ngawha Prison.
Open roads: Brynderwyns given the green light; Mangamuka timeline to be revealed
Easter travellers will be able to travel with greater ease over the Brynderwyn Hills.
Iwi urges people to stay off roads as Cape Rēinga blaze still burns
Multiple fire crews have been called to the remote scrub fire at Cape Rēinga.
News in brief: Bus rolls in Kamo; firefighters battle Cape Reinga blaze
The latest news bites from around the region.
Couple's dedication to better farming leads them to supreme award
Andrew and Vicky Booth's passion plus outstanding community received special recognition.
Northland Sports Awards winners - another big win for Black Fern Krystal Murray
Black Fern Krystal Murray wins supreme award at Northland Sports Awards.