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Woman appears in court after two children found dead in Ruakākā
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Northland police on what is killing people on region’s roads
Police plan to ramp up breath testing and crackdown on speeding in rural areas.
Family friend saw 'lovely kids' day before Ruakākā deaths
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Hokianga residents take a stand against sewage plant plans saying they want their harbour water to be clean
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Police charge woman in connection with double homicide in Ruakākā
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Woman, 25, charged with murder after deaths of two children in Ruakākā
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Noisy roosters and horse deposits: Years of animal complaints in Far North prompt new bylaw
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'Forever chemicals': Kaipara waste-to-energy plant plans slated as bad for environment
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Explosive and dynamic: Theatre company thrilled to bring coming-of-age show to the North
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Kevin Page: Being a model citizen comes with its drawbacks
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Community devastated as police open double homicide inquiry
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Kids' deaths treated as double homicide
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Candles blamed for blaze that destroyed Far North home
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