Far North Mayor says opposition to SNAs biggest on any issue in decades.

50,000 hectares of privately owned Whangārei land has controversial SNA zonings

Northlanders opposed to SNA policy to march in protest.

Urban growth corridor stretching from Auckland to the Bay of Islands moves closer.

The FNDC policy has been labelled a modern-day 'land grab' by some opponents.

Some Ruawai residents pushing back against Northland's new draft coastal hazard mapping

Māori wards in the Far North as FNDC finally says yes.

$200m for native tree planting in Kaipara Harbour catchment.

Kaipara District Council gives green light to controversial plan change

Far North District Council will next week go back to the table on Māori wards.

It is important Northland's voice is heard in the review.

Survey respondents are asked a number of questions related to Māori wards.

There is concern about the pace of the three waters reform.

It will cost $8 million to move the Northland Rescue Helicopter base.

Historic schooner Daring returned to Mangawhai after being dug up from Muriwai.

The lifesaving Northland rescue helicopter base will move because of excessive noise.

Kaipara District Council takes unusual step of deferring development decision

Today's fun day at Pohe Island is part of WDC's Draft Long Term Plan public consultation.

A move by five councillors to overturn WDC's vote in favour of Māori wards has failed.

Tsunami testing will happen on Easter Sunday.

Whangārei Mayor Sheryl Mai is against Government moves to fluoridate water supplies.

Vince Cocurullo says it's important the community's voice is heard.

Tsunami warning saw Northland restaurateur with seven eateries in evacuation zone

Northland's response to last week's tsunami alert has been praised, but more work needed.

What did Whangārei retailers think of last week's tsunami alert response?

A Whangārei Town Basin resident and worker rate the tsunami alert response.

Low-lying coastal areas along Northland's west coast had to evacuate but not Dargaville.

Eels chopped in Hikurangi Swamp pumps spark call for council prosecution.

Council is seeking feedback on its Lon Term Plan.

New freedom camping bylaw for Whangārei restricts the practice over summer.

Authorities were earlier warned of angry trout anglers threatening to release pest fish.

New Northland Regional councillor Terry Archer speaks about his role.

Terry Archer is excited about the challenge ahead.

10-year-old looked down and saw the fish.

A Far North town's drinking supply received a boost from yesterday's heavy downpours.

Northland Regional Council could have up to three Māori seats.

Urupukapuka Island library keeping Bay of Islands visitors entertained

Deadline for Northlanders to make submissions on Māori seats law change is 5pm today

Candidates for Northland Regional Council byelection speak.

The petition will still be delivered to the councils, despite looming law change.

Waitangi Day organisers are looking closely at whether the commemorations will go ahead.

Councils in Northland ready if Covid alert level rises

Northland iwi leaders to discuss latest Covid 19 case in the region.

Dot Gorrie says she isn't addicted to council meetings.

The unmarked chain was a hazard for cyclists, says injured rider.

Northland mayors: Celebrate, we've made it through 2020.

Northland is under pressure as the second-fastest-growing region by population in NZ.

The candidates have varied views on Māori seats.

Fears that it will only be a matter of time before another person is killed.

Rates to rise in Whangārei by 6.5 per cent on average

A new campaign has been set up to support Māori seats on councils.

All candidates support Māori seats.

Submissions about the freedom camping bylaw were mixed.

The tree was blessed before it was cut down.

Calls to ban freedom campers.

'How would you feel if you were only brought out for a pōwhiri?' the campaigner asks.

Campaigner believes the Government should be supporting councils more.

Submissions about are to close on freedom camping.

The grass is cut, baled and wrapped to be used as feed over winter.

NRC councillor hails impact of campaign in response to 'broken democracy'

Mangamuka Gorge's closure is causing busy traffic and high risk on the alternative route.

Northlanders urged not to vote to stop Māori local body seats

Calls for the Prime Minister to take action over polling about Māori wards.

"Making a decision for Māori wards would have shown leadership": Willow-Jean Prime.

The long-serving former councillor is urging cohesive action over the contentious issue.

Local Govt Minister may do away with public polls on Māori wards.

Māori wards introduced for Whangārei District Council in 2022 elections

Byelection needed after Northland regional Councillor resigns

Councillor calls on locals to demand a poll on Māori wards.

Far North voters will have a say on Maori wards at the next election.

NRC was one of only four councils in NZ to get the Covid-19 wage subsidy.

The public is being asked for feedback.