Footprints in deep mud led police to kidnapper hiding in mangroves
Town custodian Henare Rapana was one of two victims who were robbed and kidnapped.
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Four Waiwera water slides find new home in Northland
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People with any information on Ruakākā homicide urged to step up
Police appeal for more information on Ruakākā homicide.
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Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
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Ancient game of chess on show at Northland Chess Championship
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Kaitāia to celebrate soldiers from 28th Māori Battalion and all wars
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Youngest learners vulnerable amidst sector struggles, teachers say
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'We were horrified': Hapū occupy site to stop access road
Action in Far North after hapū upset about landowner’s plans for sand dunes.
'Not his duty': Father claims he's not liable for getting medical attention for badly burned pre-schooler
Crown alleges: “This was not a minor burn to this four-year-old’s body, it was severe."
‘Spellbinding’: Fashion awards showcase local talent
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'Precious soul': Young woman killed in Canterbury crash
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'Costing the country money': Far North physio and dentist shortage reaches crisis point
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'It’s terrible what happened to him': Beloved street busker in hospital after alleged hit-and-run
"As whānau, we can only hope for him to get well soon."
'Stupendously successful': Whangārei Maritime Festival wows 13,000-plus visitors
Organisers are already planning for 2024 after a popular debut.
Kevin Page: Parking pickle ends on an amicable note
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The community member says the council has dragged its heels on safety work.
Whangārei's Wiremu Neho named community golf coach of the year
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'Blinded by anger': Man hunted down ex and beat her in supermarket carpark
Judge:"It should cause you shame...the person you love sees you and cowers on the ground."
Which electorate gave Liz Gunn's NZ Loyal party the most votes?
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Two men in court after Ruakākā incident
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Northland woman killed in dog attack was dearly-loved mother figure to many
The attack rocked the small town of Moerewa last Thursday.
Caution advised after sperm whales die after stranding on Ninety Mile Beach
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