Latest from Kaipara District

Religious schools miss out on slice of $400m investment package

The $400 million package for around 2050 state schools excluded integrated schools.

Eastwood: Swim Reaper back to stop drownings

Swimmers might get a surprise the next time they go to a Northland beach this summer.

Northland base for testing of new high-tech catamaran

Whangārei Harbour and Bream Bay will offer ring-side seats to view the new boat in action

Year 4-6 athletes put on a show

About 400 children from at least 30 schools gathered for the annual athletics day.

Ministers visit Waitangi for Ngāpuhi settlement hui

It comes after the Crown removed its recognition of Tūhoronuku's mandate.

Community charged after landlord requests removal of EV station

The EV charger was installed five years ago by Northpower.

Bulls Gorge roadworks to continue until Christmas

Driving through the gorge taking as long a half an hour, frustrated motorists say.

Christmas trees bring joy to community

St John's Golden Church in Kamo has more than 50 trees on display.

Bluff to Whangārei hitchhike for 80th birthday

The Whangārei man wanted to do it for his 80th birthday.

Women's golf team set to avenge men's loss

The women's team will look to better the men's team's 10th-place finish from last week.

Croquet players battle the rain

The rain soon drifted away to give the players a great afternoon of croquet.

Mangawhai faces population growth challenges

The beachside settlement is transforming into a town

Northland hammer Hamilton in opening game

The visitors had lost three wickets for three runs at the start of their batting innings.

Schools plan revamp after govt cash injection

The funding plan allocates $700 per student for much needed maintenance work.

Urgent $1.4 million Dargaville wastewater sludge removal planned

Council has approved a $1.4 million sludge removal operation.

Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge, tennis and golf results

Northlanders packed out the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge over the weekend.