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Fears for winter as council says no to homeless shelter proposal at former old boys' site
Kids as young as 6, elderly, people with cancer, are our homeless, activist says.
The message rough sleeper Jason Poutai wants Whangārei District Council to hear
Rough sleeper Jason Poutai has a message he wants Whangārei District Council to hear. Video / Michael Cunningham
Whangārei mayor says role can be ‘very lonely’
'When you take the role of mayor, it's not about you. It's about everybody else.'
'It gave me the screaming heebies': Northlander nearly pushed off road by truck amid Brynderwyns closure
Trucks versus cars during the Brynderwyns closure - what are officials doing this time?
Cyclone Gabrielle one year on: How Northland is picking up the pieces
Even though a year has passed, remnants of the storm's destruction remain.
New Port Nikau pier could boost marine sector and community, mayor says
The latest pier at the marina is due to be completed later this month.
A New Dawn: Whangārei's first cruise ship lands at Marsden Point, passengers get grand welcome
The welcome was a great experience which exceeded their expectation.
Cause for alarm: Pets terrorised by roaming dogs in Kaipara
The number of dog attacks and complaints about wandering dogs has increased this year.
Couple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks
" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."
First cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next year
The ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.
Baby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'
Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.
Rates due on Monday, but Northlanders are struggling
Northland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.
Summer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquette
Northland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.
Rough sleepers share their concern over growing homelessness
Homeless people talk about their journey during a World Homeless Day event in Whangārei.
Woman refuses to reveal location of dogs ordered to be destroyed after vicious attack
A dog required surgery after being attacked by three other dogs.
End of an era for iconic flats once saved but now to be demolished
The boarded up Almond Court flats have been an iconic landmark in Whangārei for years.
Work of conservationists Robert and Robyn Webb immortalised in bronze
A memorable moment for conservation as a new sculpture honours conservationist duo.
Daylight shooting in Raumanga heightens fears amid community over gang activity
Growing woes for Raumanga community after shooting in broad daylight.
No quick fix for Whangārei crash hotspot
Solution 'in coming years', but for now drivers urged to remain vigilant.
Cat-astrophe: Northland groups welcome report recommending mandatory desexing
Animal welfare groups are backing a report that would make desexing cats mandatory.
Council to appeal contractor’s $6.1m High Court-ordered payout
The Whangārei District Council's appealing against $6.1m in costs for a contractor.
'This time was worth $10,000': Panel beater pays out for car damaged by potholes
Motorist slams council and Waka Kotahi NZTA for the state of roads.
More than 1000 bed nights during the Black Sticks games in Whangārei
Black Sticks men's and women's teams to play Australia next month
World Cup on home soil a dream for Football Fern Hannah Wilkinson
'It always means the world to represent not only Aotearoa, but Northland as well.'
End in sight for drawn out 'squatter camp' saga
Whangārei District Council moves in to clean up camp on public land at Onerahi.
Angry residents start petition against community housing development
Far North Holdings wants resource consent to build community houses in Hikurangi.