Far North water project to be completed by May next year
Contentious Far North water project set for completion in May 2022
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Covid-19 tipping Northland schools over the edge
National survey finds teacher wellbeing down significantly from last year
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Record high temperatures in Northland as country has warmest November ever
Northland temperatures high as NZ has warmest November on record.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Wednesday 8th December Wrap
Daily Covid community cases continued a positive downward trend with case numbers dropping under the 100 mark for another day on Wednesday. Video / Alex Burton / Mark Mitchell / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig
Experts agree: planning ahead key to safer drinking
The online campaign is very relevant as data shows 25% of NZ drinkers do so hazardously.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Tuesday 7th December Wrap
There were 98 new cases of COVID-19 in the community on Tuesday. Video / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig
Iwi helping Northland checkpoints should be praised, Davis says
Iwi pilloried, others would be praised, Labour deputy leader says as border change looms.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Monday 6th December Wrap
Kiwis will have access to Pfizer’s new antiviral treatment for Covid-19, after Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed Pharmac had secured 60,000 doses. Video / Mark Mitchell / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Friday 3rd December Wrap
It was a positive start for New Zealand in the new traffic light framework after it recorded one of the lowest daily case numbers for over a month. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Thursday 2nd December Wrap
The country prepares to move into the Covid-19 Protection framework a.k.a traffic light system. Video / NZ Herald
Non unvaxxed for Northland- iwi leaders and Northern Region DHBs say
Northern Region DHBs support Te Taitokerau iwi leaders calls to shut border to unvaxxed.
Far North iwi Te Roroa teams with Habitat for Humanity to build homes
Te Roroa and Habitat for Humanity combine to build homes of iwi members.
'Roll with it': PM's plan to handle protesters during regional visits
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern notes the presence of rowdy 'groupies' in Waikato.
Kaitaia teaching aid walks the talk for Kidney Health NZ
Kaitaia woman walks 90 Mile Beach to support Kidney Health; highlights timely new report.
Trouble brewing in Far North paradise
Visitors locked out of popular tourist destination for summer
Live: 'Too early' to make changes in response to Omicron outbreak - Ardern
An expert says the new traffic light system may nudge the unvaccinated to get jabbed.
Covid-19: What next? An expert weighs in
Opinion: Professor Peter Shepherd discusses the next steps in the Covid-19 response
Far North emergency services stretched hard in recent days
Kaitaia Fire Brigade deal with everything from dog stuck in fence to bent power poles
Waka Kotahi erect new speed limit signs along dangerous stretch of SH10
Speed limits reduced to 60km along a dangerous stretch of SH10 near Awanui
Time is of the essence to get double-jabbed before Christmas
Authorities urge Te Hiku residents to get their first jab this week in time for Christmas.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Friday 19th November
There were 198 new cases of Covid-19 in the community on Friday, with new cases in Auckland, Northland, the Bay of Plenty, Wairarapa, Waikato and Canterbury. Video / George Heard / Michael Craig / Dean Purcell
'May as well send up body bags' - Northern iwi leaders on Auckland border call
As of Thursday, 58% of the eligible Māori population in Northland was fully vaccinated.
Experts advise proactive care of immune system
Local experts address good immune health, with a focus on nutrition, rest and mindfulness.
Health measures in place to keep Te Hiku safe from Covid-19
Northland health providers explain health measures in place in the region
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Wednesday 17th November
Kiwis will be able to travel to and from Auckland in time for Christmas as Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern revealed the Government’s upcoming plans. Video / Michael Craig / Dean Purcell / Mark Mitchell
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Tuesday 16th November
New Zealand recorded a new high of 222 Covid-19 cases in the community on Tuesday. Video / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig / Adam Pearse / Mark Mitchell
Shane Jones: What 'freedom day' means for Northland
Opinion: Former MP and regional development minister considers prospects for Northland.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Monday 15th November
There were 173 new cases of COVID-19 in the community on Monday. 90 people were in hospital with the virus. Video / Mark Mitchell / Michael Craig / Dean Purcell / Alex Burton
Floral Art Northland Area Designer of the Year
Floral Art Northland Area Designer of the Year 2021 event “FLORAL PANDEMONIA” was hosted by the Kaitaia Floral Art Club at Te Ahu Centre.
Rotorua Hospital, Stratford pharmacy among new locations of interest
People are urged to regularly check the locations of interest page.
Churchgoers in Dargaville must get tested immediately
People who visited the Sacred Heart Dargaville Parish are being urged to get tested.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Thursday 11th Nov Wrap
New Zealand marked a major vaccination milestone today, with 90 percent of eligible Kiwis having now received at least one dose of the Pfizer vaccine. Video / NZ Herald