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Susan Botting is the Local Democracy Reporter for Northland
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Calls for Paihia waterfront meeting to be open to public and moved
FNDC says it is not feasible to open the meeting to the public.
Whangārei mayor Sheryl Mai says no water fluoridation unless Government pays
Resistance to complying with directive to fluoridate Whangārei water is all about funding.
Potential green light for purple e-scooters to expand further in Northland
The rental scooters will become a permanent sight in Whangārei after the council's okay.
Brentwood Ave resident concerned problematic magnolias may remain
Brentwood Ave resident worried magnolias will stay put after council debates the issue.
High Court reserves decision on WDC challenge to Govt's Three Waters
Court asked to rule on fundamental principles of property ownership and democracy.
Broken bones and twisted ankles: Kamo residents urge council to cut down trees
Brentwood Avenue residents want the trees gone after enduring all the problems they create
WDC one of three councils challenging the Three Waters restructure
Councils seeking determination around property ownership rights and interests.
Three new mayors for Northland concerns local government expert
Local government expert fears Northland having three new mayors after October's election.
Climate change to have major impact on Northland, but particularly Kaipara
Risk to Kaipara from climate change highlighted in submission.
Climate change impact: Cost of replacing Three Waters infrastructure in spotlight
Fairness is the focus as Northland faces regional anomalies in climate change adaptation.
Kaipara Mayor Dr Jason Smith not seeking re-election
Smith said he would be seeking the National Party candidacy for Northland
Hikurangi Swamp drainage scheme may be taken over by farmers
Hikurangi Swamp farmers may take over a Whangārei District Council drainage scheme.
Northland beach community wants urgent action on coastal erosion
Coastal community in Northland fighting beachfront erosion
Fluoride could be added to Northland's drinking water supplies under Government order
Fluoride could be added to Northland drinking water supplies under a Government decree
More suggestions for Whangārei Airport site if airport moves
Public meeting hears plans for potential Whangārei Airport shift.
'The river is part of who I am': Ruatangata airport site threatens Patuwairua Stream
Public consultation about the proposed Whangārei airport sites ends on May 25.
Shifting Northland's rescue helicopter base will save $4m
Northland Emergency Services Trust will save millions with rescue helicopter shift.
Northland-wide local government climate change adaptation strategy implemented
Northland has nation's first local government climate change adaptation strategy.
Airport opposition: Ruatangata residents air views on proposal
Meeting gives locals a chance to have their say on moving Whangārei airport from Onerahi.
Ruakākā community leader says no to new airport at One Tree Point West
The council is looking to shift the district's airport from Onerahi
Kaipara mayor sounds Three Waters warning
Whangārei mayor adds to criticism of Three Waters reform.
Three Waters: Govt accepts majority of working group recommendations
The Three Waters working group made more than 40 recommendations to the Government.
More details about new airport released ahead of public feedback
Maps of the three potential new airport sites have become available to the public.
Councillors clash over new-look $62.5m Oruku Landing
Councillors are defending the development's sudden revival in the face of criticism.
Northland: Council meeting storm over conference facility
The extraordinary meeting is a way to kickstart further discussion about a new Oruku plan.
Northland Regional Council's new CEO is appointed from within
After an exhaustive search, Jonathan Gibbard is Northland Regional Council's new CEO.
Opponents to moving the Northland Rescue Helicopter base to Onerahi Airport holding meeting
Public meeting in Whangārei tonight to oppose shifting rescue helicopter base to Onerahi
Councillors force extraordinary meeting over $250m Oruku Landing development
Several councillors have forced an extraordinary Whangārei District Council meeting.
Who is the only Northland mayor to return in October's local Govt elections?
A local government specialist says huge amounts of experience and knowledge will be lost.
NRC told limiting councillor numbers to ensure adequate remuneration not way to go
Northland Regional Council representation review given green light
Northland local government leadership change with new chief executives for two district councils
Big changes are unfolding among Northland local government leaders.
Rail link to Marsden Pt port finally gets Government funding
Northland leader wants judicial review of decision to can four lane Highway
Northland renewable energy zone supported by the region's councils
North councils likely to support region being first renewable energy zone
Tough new water standards could cost Northland ratepayers
Northland councils wonder who pays for tough new water standards
Whangārei: opponents of rescue helicopter shift concerned about noise
A question mark continues to loom over the future of the Onerahi airport.
Whangārei's Purewa Landfill gets go ahead despite objections
Whangārei's Purewa Landfill to continue, despite four councillors objecting.
Odds shorten on Ruatangata hosting $150m Whangārei district airport
More light has been shed on the preferred locations for a new Whangārei district airport.
Whangārei ratepayers facing 30% water rates rise due to refinery closing
Ratepayers face water price hikes when Refinery closes
Whangārei District Council can't proceed with plan to change the district's ward system
Commission rejects WDC plan to change way people vote in their councillors.
How will newly-mapped coastal hazard zones affect you?
The hazard zones' consideration is among key 10-year updates for the WDC District Plan.
Huge opportunities in Forum North plans
Forum North Trust chair Lachie McLean says the change would bring 'huge opportunities'.
Neighbours want $450m Dargaville racecourse proposal ditched
The Dargaville racecourse would be one of Kaipara's biggest developments.
Free parking sweetener to entice people into Whangārei CBD
Cost to ratepayers offset by benefits to retailers, council agrees.
Northland leader has major concerns for democracy over Three Waters plan
Northland leaders respond to latest Three Waters update.
Water shares for councils and ombudsman suggested for Three Waters reform
Auckland could take Whangārei's excess water once oil refinery closes
Higher-value property owners in Whangārei may pay larger portion of rates
Higher-end Whangārei property owners could soon pay larger portion of district's rates.
Water bill hikes likely when Marsden Point Oil Refinery shuts
Whangārei residents face 31% water price hike when refinery closes.
Opponents formally stand against plans to move Northland rescue choppers
Opponents want pause on plan to shift Northland Rescue Helicopters to Onerahi Airport.
Unprecedented damage from Tutukaka tsunami surge
Tutukaka tsunami surge causes more than $5.8m of damage.
New Civil Defence tsunami category likely after Tutukaka surge damage
Tutukaka tsunami surge leads to rethink of alert categories