Northland Regional Council
Peat mining consent granted despite DOC concerns
Northland Regional Council has approved plans by Resin and Wax Holdings to dig up part of the Kaimaumau wetland, but conservationists fear it'll do irreparable harm to the environment. Audio
No contact with owner stalls pipeline investigation
Despite repeated attempts the Northland Regional Council has still not been able to contact the owner of land where the Marsden pipeline ruptured.
Burst pipe property owner could be prosecuted
The owner of a property where the fuel pipeline from Marsden Point burst could face prosecution even if someone else did the damage, the regional council says.
Northland 'losing war' against wild ginger
The Northland Regional Council is suggesting introducing new insects to fight the spread of wild ginger, which is threatening native plants.
Council challenges Govt to restate position on freshwater
The Northland Regional Council is calling on the government to pass a law making it clear that nobody owns freshwater. Audio