Northland
Marsden Point to switch to import-only terminal
Refining NZ shareholders have voted to switch to an import-only terminal from mid next year, signalling the loss of hundreds of jobs at Marsden Point.
Marsden Point potential closure: Government defends import-only strategy
The government is defending its assessments that there is little risk to the country's energy security, even if the only oil refinery stops operating.
Marsden Point future in balance ahead of Refining NZ shareholder vote
Shareholders are being asked to approve a proposal to convert the site into a fuel import terminal resulting in job losses - although the company said it was the best option to allow it to remain…
Banned firefighting foam used at Marsden Point for training
The oil refinery in Northland has run prohibited training exercises using thousands of litres of firefighting foam containing chemicals linked to cancers.
Could NZ run out of fuel if Marsden Pt oil refinery is closed?
Shareholders in Refining NZ vote tomorrow on a recommendation from company directors to turn Marsden Point into a terminal that only imports processed fuels, ending six decades of the country having… Audio
Daniel Eb - founder of Open Farms
Daniel Eb founded Open Farms which aims to connect townies with agriculture by having farmers open up their farms for a day. Daniel's also one of the latest batch of Nuffield scholars - who are part… Audio
Unemployment looms as Marsden Pt oil refinery winds down
Northland's jobless rate could be set to skyrocket as one of the region's biggest employers winds down.
Workers at the Marsden Point oil refinery are bracing for hundreds of jobs to go next year… Audio
Matangireia: Dover Samuels
Former Labour MP Dover Samuels entered the party as a list MP in 1996 and by 1999 he was the most highly ranked Māori MP in the Labour caucus. In this episode of Mātangireia Samuels talks about his… Audio
The story behind Durham farms
Durham Farms in Northland mixes crops and livestock, prioritising looking after the environment they are farming in. Adrian Townsend of Durham Farms talks to Jesse about their produce and organic… Audio
Covered windows could have saved yacht skipper's life - report
A skipper's bravery in the face of death - and precautions that could have saved him - are at the heart of a maritime report out today.
Former ACT party candidate Stuart Pedersen died after his 14… Audio
National critical of differing reports on Marsden Point's fate
MBIE is juggling two reports on Marsden Point's handling of the country's energy supplies that seem to lay out opposing views - but the ministry denies they are contradictory.
'It's really hard' - Immigration NZ leaves Northland ED doctors in limbo
A Northland doctor says she has been waiting more than a year for Immigration New Zealand to respond to her family's residency application.
That is despite reported shortages of medical professionals… Audio
More details to consider behind big drop in jobseeker beneficiaries
The government is counting another drop in unemployment numbers as a win - but others say the figures don't paint the whole picture.
Sharpshooters on lookout for feral dogs in Northland
There are about 100 feral dogs estimated to be roaming the Far North, with sharpshooters keeping vigil over one farm where dozens of animals have been mauled. Audio
Missing man dies after being found in bush
A missing man who was found in bush in Whangārei this afternoon has not survived the ordeal.
Covid-19: Vaccination programme picks up steam in Northland
Whānau are leaving their farm trucks in the car park and their gumboots on the doorstep to get Covid-19 vaccinations at the top of the country.
Kaumatua wants Crown to buy Northland island
A Northland kaumatua wants the Crown to buy an island in Northland's Matauri Bay. The only privately owned island in the Cavalli group, Motukawaiti, is for sale for $22 million. The island - known as… Audio
Refining NZ directors unanimously back Marsden Point conversion
Environmental and economic factors are prompting Refining NZ's independent directors to strongly back conversion of the Marsden Point oil refinery into an imported fuel storage facility.
Whangārei pair living in park trespassed as homelessness skyrockets
Whangārei rough sleepers are facing trespass notices amid a rapid rise in homelessness.
Paihia breakwater plans changed after public opposition
The design of Paihia's controversial new $13.45 million foreshore storm protection breakwater system has been changed after strong public opposition.
