Can you see signs of drought where you live?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangarei Leader

NIWA says signs of drought are evident in parts of Northland and drought conditions are "imminent". There are several water restrictions in the Far North. Have you seen signs of drought? How are you preparing for summer?

Poll: Do you support Ports of Auckland moving to Northland?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangarei Leader

Ports of Auckland could move to Northport at Marsden Point after a study favoured the $10b move. The move has been welcomed by Northland leaders but condemned by environmentalists. Do you support the move?

Do you support Ports of Auckland moving to Northland?

• Yes - it will be great for Northland's economy
• No - it will be an environmental disaster
• No - it will be terrible for our roads
• Other (please explain in comment section below)

Vote View Results

• 85.9% Yes - it will be great for Northland's economy
  85.9% Complete
• 4.7% No - it will be an environmental disaster
  4.7% Complete
• 3.1% No - it will be terrible for our roads
  3.1% Complete
• 6.3% Other (please explain in comment section below)
  6.3% Complete

64 votes

To shift the Port North?

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

“Do I support the Ports of Auckland moving to Northport? Do I want us to go into this with our eyes wide open? Absolutely.” – Whangarei Mayor Sheryl Mai.

Click "Read More" to view her full column on moving the port to Whangarei.