Northland
Tai Tokerau setting up roadblocks into the North
In the far North, leaders and police met last night to discuss how checkpoints will run and more hui have been underway today.
Hone Harawira, is running the response in Muriwhenua - and spoke to Mani… Audio
Opinion: We must care for animals despite covid-19 pressures
The spread of Covid-19 is beginning to affect almost every aspect of life, but also threatens animal welfare, writes Cat MacLennan.
Sprinkling of rain not enough to end Northland drought
A tropical cyclone brought a sprinkling of much needed rain to parts of Northland, but not enough to relieve drought conditions there.
Kauri dieback confirmed in Puketi Forest
Kauri dieback has been confirmed in Puketi Forest in the Far North, west of Kerikeri.
Northland fire danger still exists despite light rain - Fire and Emergency
Last week a fire threatened at least 10 houses and investigations into an alleged freedom camper's fire are ongoing. Audio
Moves to make horticultural water available to Kaikohe residents
Far North District Council is aiming to tap into new government-funded Kaikohe water storage to permanently supply the mid-north town.
Northland’s first potential coronavirus case being tested
Northland can expect 200 Covid-19 coronavirus cases with up to five deaths over the next three months, according to modelling.
Lake Ōmāpere to provide reprieve for drought-stricken Kaikohe
After weeks of drought and severe water shortages in the Far North, relief is on its way.
Drought-hit Northland farmers ask for financial support
Some farmers in Northland are starting to come forward for financial assistance as a drought in the region continues.
Northland boosts drought water restrictions to avoid seawater contamination
Water restrictions have been extended to communities along Northland's east coast whose water supplies are at risk of being contaminated, making it undrinkable.
Fire crews battle two North Island blazes
A scrub fire in Paihia forced the evacuation of several houses, while in Opotiki tree trimmings caught fire.
Controversial civic centre upsize goes ahead
Whangarei ratepayers are to get an upsized $48 million new civic centre - without public consultation on its increased cost.
Campground lease extension angers local iwi
Far North District Council's lease extension for Houhora Heads motor camp has angered local iwi Ngai Takoto, who opposed the move from the outset.
Kaitaia water pipeline work under way - mayor
Kaitaia could be waiting up to 16 days before getting any water from the Aupouri Aquifer.
Homicide investigation after Kaikohe fatal shooting
A homicide investigation is under way after a shooting in Kaikohe. A man died on the way to hospital.
Northland drought: Iwi to divert farm water to support town supply
Northland iwi Te Rarawa and Ngāi Takoto are on stand-by to supply water to drought-stricken towns, including Kaikohe and Kaitaia.
Trucking boss says NZTA crackdown fuelled by a vendetta
Northland's biggest trucking operator has accused the Transport Agency of letting an employee wage a personal vendetta against him that's cost him millions of dollars.
Whangarei water restrictions as dam levels drop to 60 percent
Water restrictions are set to come into effect in Northland as people are told to reduce water use wherever possible.
Far North scrambling for water supplies as rain fails to reach areas
The Far North District Council is trying to get short-term water supplies for household use available for residents.
