Taniwha centurion Ross Wright hangs up boots and takes up coaching
Ross Wright will co-coach Wellsford with brother Matt.
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Whangārei man was using faulty diving gear that led to his death
Coroner urges diving courses and equipment upkeep after Whangārei diver's death.
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The evidence is clear. So why have so few New Zealand schools changed their start times?
Russell or Kororāreka? People on the street offer mixed views
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'It was pretty full on': Kaiwaka residents relive fighting fatal fire
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Northland secondary school students NCEA results out
Students will be able to access their exam papers online from January 24.
Kensington women and Hikurangi men win the Northland Centre Inter Club Sevens bowls tournament
Latest news from the Northland bowls scene.
Not an easy job: Northland leaders react to PM's shock announcement
But for some, the move could not have come sooner.
Coastguard rescues woman from island after medical emergency
No chopper available so rescue boat sent from Doves Bay instead.
One dead in Paparoa crash: State Highway 12 reopens
Two vehicles crashed on a section of State Highway 12 around 2pm today.
'I am human': Tearful Ardern quits as PM; Robertson won’t seek top job
PM makes first election year announcement today.
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Listen: Recording captures criminal impersonating 82-yr-old scam victim; $40,000 lost
A police officer is shocked neither ANZ or Mobil detected the suspect transactions.
Doors to new Whangārei Civic Centre poised to open
Despite numerous weather-related challenges, the construction has progressed.
Young Northland surfer to catch new waves at Raglan Surf Academy
Talia Da Silva has been selected for the prestigious programme
John Williamson: Local leaders need to spur on Auckland mayor's rail recommendations
Local leaders need to look to the next generation when considering the region's future.
To Te or not to Te? Kamo could become Te Kamo
Te Kamo was a prominent rangatira [chief] and tūpuna [ancestor] in the Kamo area.
Former PM backs proposal to restore Russell’s original name
Lord John Russell, its current namesake, was a British politician who never visited NZ.
Watch: Scammer impersonates old lady on ANZ call
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Four Northlanders among finalists for Halberg Awards
Northland athletes are among the finalists at the 60th prestigious Halberg Awards.
Person dead after car and tractor go up in flames at rural section
A car and tractor were fully ablaze when multiple fire crews arrived to the scene.
Historic Russell could return to its original Māori name of Kororāreka
Geographic Board considered dual and alternative names before settling on outright change.
Fireball's spectacular night-sky show seen from Auckland to Cape Reinga
'It was a huge ball of orange that appeared in the sky all of a sudden.'
It's part of your problem: Restaurant owner to seek compensation from council
Sovrano Estate restaurant plans to seek compensation after council delayed liquor licence.
Prince Harry's 'Spare' draws the biggest library waitlists since Harry Potter
Copies of Harry's book 'Spare' are sparse as libraries see huge demand.
Kaipara’s Raupo Drainage Scheme to get new floodgate
The Kaipara District Council agreed to redirect funding to build the floodgate.
Women's Rugby World Cup brought nearly $3m into Northland
There was a net benefit of $1m to the region from the World Rugby showpiece.
News in brief: New freedom camping officers for Kaipara; popular Whangārei walking track closed
The latest news bites from around the region.
Army calls for families of 28th Māori Battalion soldiers to claim medals
Many members of the battalion did not receive their medals for their legendary efforts.
Northland teacher's registration cancelled for child sex abuse images conviction
The Teaching Council of New Zealand says its priority is to protect children.
Work on new marina berths in Whangārei to start this quarter
New marina berths to bring $10m a year and jobs to Northland.
Kevin Page: Going all out for grandad duty as family hops the Tasman
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