Latest from Dargaville
Northland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floods
Cyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.
'Posed little to no risk': Sand mining company defends operations
The sandspit has lost 420,000 tonnes of sand in six years.
Snow-like sighting creates a flurry as temperatures plummet
A bitterly cold front moving north delivered temperatures of less than 4C.
'Another blow': Shrinkflation creeps into shoppers' baskets
Northland shoppers say the practice is spreading, but they have sympathy for businesses.
News in brief: Kate Donley joins Kerikeri Retirement Village board
The latest news bites from around the region.
Northland doctor highlights pay dispute and staffing crisis in EDs
Dr Gary Payinda says despite the challenges, Northland patients are amazing.
Opinion: Building community connections in sport and recreation
Strong teamwork, collaboration and sustained focus help achieve the greatest impact.
HortNZ director steps down after six years of service
De Bruin said one of the best things about the experience was meeting growers across NZ.
Leaks within Dargaville's ageing infrastructure 'completely foreseeable'
Water was restored Sunday, but higher areas were dry from Friday to Sunday.
DoC vows wildlife law changes won't let developers off the hook
DoC says ecological planning and protections are not affected by the Wildlife Act changes.
'Fun and powerful': Students inspired by ocean film event
Attendees wore wetsuits and snorkels for the ocean-themed event at Matakana Cinemas.
Vince Cocurullo: Matariki a time for joy, remembrance and peace
OPINION: The mayor on four-laning, the port expansion, and dry dock.
Dargaville water crisis: Businesses face losses and residents raise health concerns
Repair work will take time as Dargaville's 5000 residents asked to stop using water.
Dargaville has almost no water left: Residents told to conserve
Dargaville's 5000 residents were asked to stop using water this morning.
Bargaining over nature: Windfarm got go-ahead after increased funding offer to DoC
Conservationist calls for transparency on $640,000 bittern protection fund.
Kaipara water break
Dargaville is desperately short of water thanks to significant main breaks in the raw water line, such as this one on Kaihu Woods Rd. Video / Supplied
'Horrific': Mother's plea after child severely burnt by embers at Northland beach
Her mother urges beachgoers to properly extinguish fires to prevent injuries.
'It's just so serious': Teen set residential home on fire after fight over his phone
Greenway Trust in Dargaville supports individuals with intellectual disabilities.
News in brief: Police name victim in fatal SH12 crash near Matakohe
The latest news bites from around the region.
One person dead after single vehicle crash in Northland
Motorists have been advised to expect delays on State Highway 12 west of Gallie Rd.
On The Up: Te Kamo Scouts win national recognition for environment clean-up efforts
The group was nominated by Whangārei District Council's waste minimisation officer.
Government announces plan to improve after hours healthcare services for Northlanders
The announcement comes after recent concerns around a lack of doctors at Kāitāia Hospital.
Bay News: Ōpua street names honour Arctic explorers from 1845 expedition
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Schools reimbursed $76k after school lunch programme mishaps
Northland schools got $2877 as Ministry of Education reimburses more than $76,000.
'Doctor-less' hospital: Alarm raised after stroke patient assessed by telehealth
Sharon's husband was assessed via a digital consult with a US-based doctor after a stroke.
Stunning art on show at Whangārei's Sculpture Northland this weekend
Sculpture Northland brings 45 artists and 125 works to Whangārei Quarry Gardens.