The Northern Matters ceased publication in November 2010. Its readers were absorbed into the Mahurangi Matters circulation at the time the Mahurangi paper went from being a monthly to a bi-monthly publication. For latest news, see
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Straight from the horse's mouth - various unedited media releases from local and central government, the ARC, companies and others. Updated daily.
While beef, dairying and sheep remain the backbone of the local rural industry, horticultural crops like olives and grapes are also making their mark.
Local experts give their views, advice and information on everything from gardening, cooking and fishing to property updates and history.
Every month, we take a closer look at specific subjects that have particular relevance to our district such as education, building, health, youth and the elderly.
There are many special people in our community who have an interesting story to tell. Many provide a unique reflection on what life was like in the district's early days.
Our sense of place often comes from natural and man-made landmarks. From time-to-time we take a closer look at some of these places in our community.
Feedback from readers, editorials and other opinion pieces. Letters to the editor and contributions to Off The Record can be found here.
