Mike Dinsdale

5 days ago | nzherald.co.nz | Mike Dinsdale

Far North District Councillor Mate Radich will get an independent review of the controversial Sweetwaters project, that is expected to cost more than $20 million, after initially calling for a judicial review of the scheme. Far North District Council will hold an independent investigation into its controversial Sweetwater Aquifer project but pulled back from holding a judicial review into the scheme.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Mike Dinsdale

Whangārei Quarry Gardens events and marketing co-ordinator Sally Spicer says Void Within, by Leonard Ross, is already getting a lot of photographs taken ahead of Sculpture Northland this weekend. Art lovers are in for a real treat this weekend with some stunning works among the 125 sculptures by 45 artists on display at Sculpture Northland. The major fundraiser for Whangārei Quarry Gardens brings together artists from around the region to display their latest works.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Mike Dinsdale

Bay of Islands hapū and community members opposed to a 250-berth marina near Russell going through the fast-process make their feelings known outside Thursday’s Far North District Council meeting. Bay of Islands hapū fighting to stop a plan for a 250-berth marina near Russell going through the fast-track consenting process have won support from Far North Mayor Moko Tepania.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Mike Dinsdale

When opened in August it was hoped the Ngapipito Culvert would help divert water overflowing from Otiria Stream and flooding surrounding land in the Far North’s Matangirau catchment. It passed its first test - Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam - with flying colours. Eight months after it opened, a Far North flood prevention scheme has proved its worth, with once flood-prone homes staying high and dry from recent storms.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Mike Dinsdale

Te Rūnanga ā Iwi o Ngāpuhi is working with the Government and police to come up with a solution to stop Northland’s spiralling methamphetamine crisis. Methamphetamine has no place in Northland and working with Government and other agencies will help deal with the region’s meth crisis, Ngāpuhi leader Mane Tahere says.