Increasing numbers of prisoners with gang affiliations, a history of violence or a disorder are being blamed for prison repair costs growing. Department of Corrections figures show the cost of fixing intentional damage at...

Whangārei ED nurses say management has been banking on the nurses’ goodwill to fill gaps the staff roster for too long and now they refuse to work extra shifts. Photo / Getty Images This...

Brentwood Avenue’s 18-month magnolia battle has seen a major coup with Whangārei District Council (WDC) approving the removal of the trees. The WDC permission for the Kamo residents is, however, subject to them getting...

The Whangārei District Court has ordered Johnston’s Direct Logistics to pay nearly $200,000 in fines and reparations. Photo / Michael Cunningham A family-run Northland business has been ordered to pay nearly $200,000 in fines...

Proposed changes to industrial emissions trading scheme allocations could force Golden Bay Cement to review its operations. Photo / Michael Cunningham Proposed changes to the Emissions Trading Scheme could jeopardise the ongoing operation of...