Smoke, 'bodies', blood and gore at Kerikeri hazardous materials exercise
Kerikeri folk warned authentic fire exercise taking place later this month
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A Kaikohe family's three years as dahlia growers are the subject of a new book.
Search under way for diver believed to have been swept out to sea
Emergency services alerted to a "water incident” about 10.30am.
Ripiro Beach safety days prove successful
Multi-pronged approach to Ripiro Beach safety paying off.
'Words cannot express our sorrow': Investigation after boat race death
The sailor died after being struck by the yacht's boom.
Four outstanding women receive Whangārei civic honours
Four influential women have been honoured for their services to the community.
Rugby's Matt Matich and Kurt Benney to face off at Whangārei Fight Night
Rugby's Matt Matich and Kurt Benney square off in Whangārei Fight Night
Vince Cocurullo: Let's build for growth and prosperity
OPINION: We all agree that the Northland four-lane expressway needs to happen.
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News snippets from across Northland.
Parents urged to take note of children’s internet activity after increasing harm
Parents need to safeguard their kids against online harm, online safety experts say.
Whangārei's summer markets return to the Town Basin
The Canopy Night market and the Artisans Market return to Whangārei.
Warning to wear seatbelts after Northland woman falls from vehicle and dies
A woman who was not wearing a seatbelt died after falling from a vehicle in Northland.
New bridge to ease flooding in Moerewa, Ōtiria
The Pokapu Bridge rebuild should help ease flooding in two Northland towns.
Sailor dies during Bay of Islands yacht race after being struck by boom
The sailor was knocked unconscious and could not be revived by a Coastguard crew.
Whangārei's local election voting system debate heats up
A petition is calling for the community to have its say on the council's voting system.
News in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crash
Catch up on new from around the region.
Kaitāia boxing champ Mea Motu confident ahead of big fight
Motu said she was dedicating the fight to her Te Rarawa iwi and 'Pukepoto hard.'
Brent Eastwood: Sport Northland board acknowledged with Governance Mark award
It is awarded to organisations clear about how they intend to use their time and money.
'I’ll be happy when...'Dr Libby returns to Whangārei to help us enhance quality of life
'I want to offer people ways to feel better when they might not know how.'
Residents call for urgent action to stop roaming and aggressive dogs
Calls for more animal control staff and penalties for dog owners after fatal mauling.
What's On: Sun set to shine for Northland events and activities
Northland has a host of activities and events on offer this Labour weekend.
SH1 now open after serious crash in Waipū
One person dead after Northland three-vehicle crash - road now open
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.
Call to Northlanders to donate generously to rescue helicopter service as annual appeal begins
Northland Rescue Helicopter 2023 annual appeal on now
News in brief: Police seek information
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Revival will come': Restaurants cautiously optimistic for summer
"For the first time in 3½ years, we can plan, which is a big deal."
'She just likes helping people' - Meet the 9-year-old cutting off her hair for charity
Bella Thompson bravely chopped off her hair to donate toward freedom hair,
Four Waiwera water slides find new home in Northland
Arguably the most iconic slide was too damaged by vandals to salvage.
People with any information on Ruakākā homicide urged to step up
Police appeal for more information on Ruakākā homicide.
Love over lawns - Kaitāia's free community cuts cut for wedding
Kaitāia's Joel Cross is suspending his free community lawnmowing service for love.
Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
A boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.
John Williamson: Farmers are getting the safety message and road users need to as well
Last year 13 farmers lost their lives on New Zealand farms.
Bay News: Call for sailing competitors; Northland Chess Championship returns
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.