Latest from Whangarei District Council

$1.5m boost for Hundertwasser centre

JS210217NADGOTIT017.JPG. CELEBRATIONS: Hundertwasser supporters, from left, Andrew Garrett, Ben Pittman, Helen Whittaker and Barry

How many illegal dumps are out there?

How many illegal dumps are there around Northland? We know of at least two - this region's second large-scale roadside tip emerged

Pregnant woman explains bridge plunge

Stopping the flow of pollutants into urban Whangarei's 6000 stormwater traps and planting trees along the waterways could all help

Watch NZH Local Focus: Ferry to Motueka refloated

Plans for a ferry between Whanganui and Port Motueka have been revisited. And pending a feasibility study by the council, could have the Mayor's support. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Dog that attacked 6-year-old boy to be returned to owners

A_JS251016NADBITE034.JPG The dog that attacked 6-year-old Tyree Walters will be returned to its owners. PHOTO/JOHN STONE By Mikaela

Council spends thousands on rusty truck

Whangarei District Council spent nearly $29,000 trying to dispose of a businessman's truck worth $1500 it seized for displaying advertising signs on a public road.

Locals divided on plan to fill in bay for ramp

A small bay in Northland could be filled in to create a boat ramp to accommodate the number of boats launched off the beach over a few weeks in summer.

MP questions airport's flight safety rules

Whangarei wants 'true' temperature recognised