Latest from Mangawhai

Illegal Ruakākā dumping a major fire risk

No one is prepared to claim ownership of land on which an illegal dump sits in Ruakākā.

About 90 jobs to go at Marsden Pt refinery over the next quarter

Refining NZ to start laying off about 90 staff as global fuel demand slows.

Whangārei's views wanted on plans for waterfront precinct

What's next for the Town Basin? Council is asking Northlanders what they think.

News snippets from Northland

News in brief from Northland

Taniwha looking strong ahead of final

Northland cause a boil over in Dunedin by stunning Otago in the semi final.

Severe skills shortage threatens hospitality industry

Northland restaurateurs are struggling to recruit skilled chefs and hospitality staff.

News snippets from Northland

Road death a seatbelt reminder; and primary healthcare workers' strike called off.

Dream realised as Camera Obscura sculpture opens to public

Tears are shed as Whangārei's Camera Obscura sculpture opens after a 10-year gestation.

News snippets from Northland

Papermakers take centre stage in Whangārei, Kauri captain starts for Black Ferns

Northland petition: 'hundreds sign' to stop Māori wards

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

Being well equipped is key to safety for Northland boaties

Being well equipped is key to safety for Northland boaties.

Northland schools get $4.5m for new classrooms

The funding is part of a $164m Government investment.

Running for brain tumour support is Whangārei's Gavin Starling's tribute to late partner

After losing his partner to a tumour, Gavin Starling is running for brain cancer support.

News snippets from Northland

Top skaters heading north; and two local books launched.

Alleged co-offender granted bail

Legal Aid representations yet to be finalised for alleged police shooter and co-offender.

Senior cop Wane Wharerau named new Ngāpuhi chairman

Wane Wharerau's election comes after a time of upheaval within NZ's biggest iwi.