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The latest news bites from around the region.
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Whangārei District Council baulks over Govt fluoridation mandate
A council that did not comply risked being fined up to $200,000 under the Health Act 1956.
Record temperatures for Far North in warmest September reported
September brought some of the Far North's hottest days for the month.
John Williamson: Parking strategy or war on cars
OPINION: WDC should be factoring more technology into its strategy.
'He inspired generations': Sporting legend dies after cancer battle
Jason Wynyard was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer in May.
The switch in mood in Northland’s final election debate that got candidates talking
Debates in Northland have been called 'feral', 'misogynist' and 'racist'.
Whangārei colder than Invercargill overnight: Northland catches a chill
A colder than normal October is on the cards.
Northland news in brief: Out-of-this-world show for kids; NRC's ambitious carbon emission plan
The latest news bites from around the region.
'My heart was pounding, I was shaking': Fears women are being targeted on rural roads
More women have come forward to share their alarming encounters with a lone motorist.
General election countdown: Meet the candidates vying for the Northland electorate
Northland candidates answer three questions critical for voters to know the answers to.
'You’re a young man who’s got some promise': Man from Black Power whānau avoids jail
Despite his upbringing, the man has largely avoided a life of crime.
Quick action sees police return classic Chevy within hours of it being stolen
$80,000 classic Chevy returned to Far North owner after thief spotted making hand signals.
Lifesaving defibrillator stolen from Paihia
Paihia defibrillator that has already saved one life stolen.
Name suppression lapses for four arrested after aggravated robbery, shooting
Police were called to an Otaika address on September 19, after shots were heard.
Seeing red: Cause of shocking colour in Bay of Islands estuary revealed
"The damage we do now is going to catch up with future generations.”
Northland news in brief: Christmas Kai Box searching for donation drop-off locations
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kevin Page: The weather keeps raining on my birthday parade
Any 'big' birthday you are required by law to get away from it all and go on holiday.
News briefs from the Far North - RDA saddles up, seniors expo, Lotto win and safety workshop
News snippets from the Far North.
Awanui Day time for tiny Far North town to shine
Beautiful tiny Far North town to celebrate Awanui Day.
'E. coli is spread right down the region': New data highlights biggest issues with Northland's rivers and lakes
A new report highlights the biggest problems facing Northland rivers and lakes.
Far North waka ama paddlers put Te Hiku on the world stage
The paddlers represented Waka Ama NZ who came out on top at this year's event
General election countdown: Meet the candidates vying for Te Tai Tōkerau
Tai Tōkerau candidates answer three questions critical for voters to know the answers to.
'Keep eating it' - Kūmara growers need help to leave dismal season behind
'The best way to support is, if you can afford to buy kūmara, then please do'.
Art to help dogs: Northland art project to help dog owners who can't afford vet care
A creative new fundraising campaign aims to help Northland's neglected dogs get vet care.
Northland news in brief: Far North Lotto winner; alleged boy racer meet ends in two arrests
The latest news bites from around the region.
Tree-mendous adventure comes to an end as popular spot closes
Glenverbie's Adventure Forest has been a hub for adrenaline junkies since 2007.
General election countdown: Meet the candidates vying for the Whangārei electorate
Whangārei candidates answer three questions critical for voters to know the answers to.
Auckland close the door on Taniwha's hopes for NPC win
Northland has not won at Eden Park since October 2008.
'Huge flash and loud bang' as lightning strikes gas bottle and sets home alight
Phone chargers were blown apart and plugs were sent flying from the walls.
Council cancels key climate change work: 'We are repeating a process that we don’t need to'
“The activities do not deliver any tangible benefits to Kaipara ratepayers.”
Jonny Wilkinson: Candidates leave us with a lot to think about
A special visitor and candidates meeting kept us busy.
Joe Bennett: On the summit of victory after plumbing the depths
OPINION: Suddenly the grey and greasy chuckled all away.
News in brief: Plea to drivers after rare birds killed; car crashes down 20m bank
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: How to cope with our busy modern lifestyles
Overworked and under-rested people need time out to tap into nurturing self-care.