Trust blasts critics after commissioners deny wharf consent

14:10 Mon, 30 Nov

A photograph of the original wharf, which fell into disrepair and was dismantled in the 1950s. The Mangawhai Historic Wharf Trust has launched a stinging...

Northern mayors resist amalgamation with Auckland

11:45 Mon, 3 Aug

Mayor Dr Jason Smith (second from left) and elected member Peter Wethey (third from left) with wastewater engineers and technicians from Broadspectrum and WSP.  By Jonathan...

Rates must be paid

14:50 Thu, 2 Apr

The Northland Regional Council is pleading with people to not stop paying their rates or cancel direct debits. Council chair Penny Smart says if rates...

Wanted: Environmental champions in Northland

12:55 Mon, 2 Mar

Environmental champions are being asked to put their names forward for this year’s Environmental Awards, organised by the Northland Regional Council, to recognise work for...

Major marine pest study set for Kaipara

11:19 Mon, 6 May

The first major survey of marine pests in the Kaipara Harbour for more than a decade is scheduled to take place this month. Marine biosecurity...

Bacteria concern at Piroa Falls

15:00 Mon, 1 Apr

Investigations are underway into the source of consistently elevated bacterial levels at some popular Northland summer swim spots, including Waipu’s Piroa Falls. Northland Regional Council...