Off-duty officers praised for water rescue after swimmers caught in rip
The two women were rescued by the officers and brought back to shore. Garton said the situation could…
Northland weather: More states of emergencies likely as storms intensify
Others believed in the “better safe than sorry” approach and said it’s “better prepared than left stranded”. Northland…
New aerial photos reveal scale of Helena Bay hill slip damage
Landslide clearance work is expected to be completed by June, when Whangārei District Council will look at what…
Waipoua Forest tracks near Northland’s Tāne Mahuta closing for kauri dieback work
The Four Sisters Walk was closed in 2019 due to the biosecurity threat posed by the kauri dieback…
Mangawhai Central growth: New Bupa retirement village and care home planned
“We’re committed to creating places that feel welcoming, supportive and genuinely connected to the communities they serve,” Sanchez…
Kerikeri Old Packhouse Market: Community campaign to raise $7m starts
FNRCCT project lead Di Maxwell hoped everyone would “get in behind us”. “It’s one of the icons in…
Ruakākā Beach vehicle use in spotlight in face of bylaw review
But he fears that may not be the case. “I’m concerned vehicles will be totally banned from this…
Far North councillor faces formal action over false Moko Tepania MP post
He said the mayor and councillors were focused on representing the district during events that drew national attention.…
Storm-hit petrels recovered and ready for release
“They get caught in the storms, they’ll come into the shore, and then they’ll fly inland. Some of…
Mt Manaia among Northland’s green spaces damaged in wild weather
Witten-Hannah said the damage was worse than what had occurred during Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023. The closure of…
Northland’s Cape Brett track change sparks drowning concerns
“Walkers are being funnelled into conditions that can involve deep water, strong currents and limited escape routes. “This…
Northland harbourmaster warns ageing boats, poor navigation, and channel anchoring are risking lives
Lyle is still trying to locate the owner. Bad weather that marred the start of the holiday season…