'Your behaviour crushed their dreams': Lion park director jailed for assaults on women
One victim said she has lost her spark. Another said she will never be the same.
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Courtroom cleared after heated exchange between the accused and people in the gallery.
Family devastated after blaze destroys home, business: Fire not suspicious, investigators say
The investigation into the fire's cause could take several days.
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Performers with and without disabilities have come together to create a memorable show.
Man who assaulted family court lawyer appeals jail sentence
Isaac Aydon has appealed his prison sentence for assault on Brintyn Smith.
News in brief: Kaikohe records more than 2000mm of rain in six months; sweet treats raise $24k for charity
The latest news bites from around the region.
High school students mingling outside preschool has parents worried
The behaviour of high school students has twice forced a childcare centre into lockdown.
Spellbinding Whangārei night light show sold out
This is the third year the Quarry Arts Centre has hosted the much-anticipated event.
Whangārei Mayor wants reliable route between regions ahead of $270m SH1 safety improvements
The region needs a reliable road network and access from Auckland, the mayor says.
Rugby clubs encouraged to apply for funding to improve clubrooms
Last year Te Rarawa Rugby Club in Ahipara was given $30,000 in funding.
'Can't control it': The worrying trend among Kiwi kids that has experts alarmed
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Drunk gang father uses his patch to assault his children
One of the boys tried to protect his brother during the assault, and copped a kick.
Devastating Gas Kaihu fire not suspicious
Fire and emergency were called to the fire around 8.45pm on Tuesday.
News in brief: Late artist's exhibitions raise more than $30K for charity, vape retailers caught out
The latest news bites from around the region.
Te Hiku revitalisation head fires parting shot at North’s ‘keyboard warriors’
The three-year project has given Kaitāia, Awanui, Ahipara 80 new assets and attractions.
Bay News: Rotary Club celebrates 50 years; Bay Bush getting into the action
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Northland trails offer a starting point for cycle touring trend
A look at Northland's cycle touring offering and its lucrative potential.
Northland gas station fire: Family who fled Auckland for a better life hit by devastating blaze
Gas Kaihu had previously been plagued by spike in retail crime.
Whangarei rescue crew en route to medical incident on yacht off North Cape
The person will be flown to Whangarei Hospital once removed from the yacht.
Witness pressured to write statement saying cannabis grower was merely a translator
Truong paid cash by the thousands for horticulture equipment.
Bulls to lock horns with Knights in the RLN premier final
The game is Knights’ skipper Chris Nahi’s last and he’s itching for a win.
Counting the cost of storm damage in Northland: $20m insurance payouts from one event
The severe weather in February doused Mangawhai with nearly 400mm of rain.
'Our lives have been turned upside down': Wife speaks of ‘horrific’ impact of street attack
The family have moved from Whangārei home and are renting an Auckland house near Rob.
News in brief: Young butchers carve path to grand final; Council makes tough rates rise decision
The latest news bites from around the region.
Is $5 million dollars a life-changing amount of money?
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Residents tell Fenz to 'get off your jacksie' as frustrations fire
Around 20 protestors gathered outside the local fire station to send a message to Fenz.
Bank recovers just $19k of stolen $330k life savings, police ID scam 'mule'
'Why wasn’t something done to stop this guy?'
Far North Holdings cops heat over plans for public housing in Hikurangi
Hikurangi residents pack hall to hear about community housing plans.
Koast art trail returns, bigger and better with more Far North artists
Doubtless Bay and Hokianga have been added to revamped Koast, The Tai Tokerau Art Trail.
'Silent and savvy': Vietnamese man denies role in cannabis operation
The sophisticated operation was estimated to turn over $24 million a year.
News in brief: Full steam ahead for Gabriel; popular walking track reopens
The latest news bites from around the region.
Lease to operate Kaitāia Airport extended as discussions over long-term future continue
An independent group of Te Hiku locals say they have what it takes to run the airport.
'I don’t want you driving': Daughter told to fly home rather than risk potholed roads
In the past 18 months, 26,350 potholes were reported across the region.