Latest from Kaikohe

'Frantically busy': Covid and flu twindemic hits Northland

A Whangārei GP says this winter's flu is just as severe as the Omicron Covid variant.

Lobby group says 133-lot subdivision a case of urban sprawl in a rural setting

Developer says subdivision meeting need for high-quality homes in Bay of Islands boomtown.

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News in briefs from Northland.

'People are appreciative and down to earth': rural GP on why Northland is an exciting work place

Moerewa doctor says the current health staff shortage is the worst in 50 years.

Northland property prices fall for first time in nearly three years

Northland house prices are predicted to continue dipping, a property expert says.

Countdown to the premier rugby final this weekend begins

Two teams with finals experience in Northland prems rugby to play in the crowning match.

Northland tourism infrastructure projects get $1.3m from Government

The money will help improve visitor facilities with international borders reopening.

Youth homelessness rising: Housing and wraparound support needed, experts say

A housing plan specifically for taitamariki in Whangārei is being considered.

Kiwi racing legend Shane van Gisbergen big drawcard as Far North Rally returns

Kiwi racing legend Shane van Gisbergen to put Far North roads to the test.

Sandy Myhre's latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds

Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.

'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changes

Northland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.

Two arrests after alleged shooting in Kaikohe

Two men were arrested after a gun was allegedly discharged, police said.

News snippets from Northland

News in brief from Northland

Two arrested after armed police swoop on Kaikohe house

A major police callout is unfolding on a Kaikohe cul-de-sac.

Increase in anti-social behaviour in Whangārei CBD

A small group of young people are responsible for the increase in anti-social behaviour.

Gang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warns

There are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.