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Van Dalsum leaves lasting legacy

Mangawhai Tennis Club (MTC) is set to farewell its current president and longtime junior coach, Grant van Dalsum, when he steps down from his regular...

Parkrun hopes gather pace

Mangawhai could soon join other communities across New Zealand hosting a weekly parkrun, with organisers looking for volunteers and a suitable venue to help get...

Boat lights warning

Concerns over high-powered LED lightbars and spotlights have prompted a plea for Northland boaties to display the correct navigation lights from sunset to sunrise and...

Call to celebrate volunteers

Kiwis are being encouraged to recognise the contribution of their local volunteer firefighters by nominating them for this years Volunteer Fire Brigade of the Year...

Night vision lifts rescue

Rapid Relief Team (RRT) has reaffirmed its support for the Northland Westpac Rescue Helicopters, donating more than $40,000 towards new night vision equipment for crews....

Country vet champions rural literacy

Kaipara vet and author Rory Dean is using tales from his life as a rural vet to help others write a new chapter of their...

Learn emergency skipper skills

Coastguard Mangawhai is hosting a free workshop next month, giving local boaties the chance to learn crucial skills and gain the confidence needed to take...

Solar boost for school

Maungatūroto Primary School (MPS) is one of 500 schools across New Zealand selected as part of the $30 million government-funded Solar on Schools programme. The...

Passion and pride at Citizens Awards

Dargaville’s Lighthouse Function Centre was filled with pride and passion last week  when 11 Kaipara community members were recognised for their dedication and service at...

Landowners left in limbo over expressway delay

From left, Northland Regional Transport Committee chair Joe Carr, Northland MP Grant McCallum, Transport Minister Chris Bishop, Whangārei MP Shane Reti and NZTA director of...