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Drought conditions may be the new normal, says Whangarei mayor
Matthew Scott • June 2, 2020 14:27:01
Sheryl Mai says despite recent rain, the Whangarei district has a 'massive soil-moisture deficit' and she urges residents to keep conserving water.

Anti-lockdown protests carry on in Whangarei
Matthew Scott • August 26, 2020 00:00:00
WATCH: They believe the lockdown isn’t the way, and they are willing to shout about it.

Round-up: The last two weeks on Te Waha Nui
Matthew Scott • August 27, 2020 00:00:00
Despite lockdown conditions, this year’s group of postgrad journalism students managed to turn out an array of diverse stories.

Pandemic funk-reggae by Otium silenced in latest lockdown
Matthew Scott • August 19, 2020 18:27:57
Lockdown good for creativity, but not for getting audiences together.

Hairdressers still hindered by level-2 restrictions
Matthew Scott • May 13, 2020 15:29:43
Hairdressers and barbers are feeling their way into Level 2.

Auckland tattoo studios avoid the 'pinch of empty chairs'
Matthew Scott • June 12, 2020 14:32:58
Getting some ink has proved a popular post-lockdown treat in Auckland.

Conflict in the audience at Billy TK Jr rally in Whangarei
Matthew Scott • August 18, 2020 18:25:34
Supporters advance on man who challenges conspiracy theories of political hopeful

Feeding locked-down students keeps university cafe workers busy
Matthew Scott • August 20, 2020 21:48:58
While hospitality staff around the country are temporarily out of work, the staff of AUT campus cafes have students to feed

Chocolatiers in trouble without Auckland chocoholics
Matthew Scott • August 24, 2020 00:00:00
Nougat is off the menu in Mangawhai, with border restrictions hitting businesses in a variety of ways.
Sale of Western Springs’ safety fence shocks fans still hoping to save iconic speedway
Savannah Jonkers • March 29, 2025
Sale of Western Springs’ safety fence shocks fans still hoping to save iconic speedway
Savannah Jonkers • March 29, 2025