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Council to take ‘back seat’ on GMO appeal; unlikely to call evidence

29 Jan 2020, 01:06 PM

Council to take ‘back seat’ on GMO appeal; unlikely to call evidence

The newly-elected Northland Regional Council has today, Wednesday 29 January, confirmed it will not officially change its predecessor’s position on the management of genetically...

Crucial role for humble paddock in upcoming flood works

14 Jan 2020, 09:03 AM

Crucial role for humble paddock in upcoming flood works

An estimated 90,000 tonnes of soil will be removed over the next several months to help transform a humble paddock into a crucial new 400-metre long flood scheme spillway behind...

Application deadline soon for $3000 NRC scholarships

13 Jan 2020, 10:14 AM

Application deadline soon for $3000 NRC scholarships

Potential recipients of four new $3000 scholarships being offered by the Northland Regional Council have a month left to get their applications in.

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Woman planting plants.

Planting with the Waimā Waitai Waiora partnership to improve water quality in the Northern Wairoa River catchment.

Man cradling kiwi.

Supporting our community to take action and improve biodiversity.

Man demonstrating electric fence tester.

The Enviroshcools WaiRestoration project engages young people and local communities in the restoration of waterways and biodiversity.