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Dangerous section remains unfenced following $3.1 redevelopment project
A fall in Mangōnui raises questions about why a section of the seawall remains unfenced.
Kevin Page: Visions of a modern-day Mary Poppins
Mrs P does battle with the elements.
Dog theft likely 'easy money for heartless thieves' says owner
Woman said police needed photo evidence to approach a house where her stolen dog was seen.
'They've listened': U-turn on Waipū road plans praised
Waka Kotahi has taken on the recommendations of the Waipū community for its new SH1 plan.
Hundreds of jobs could be at risk at Golden Bay Cement
Proposed industrial emissions reduction difficult, Northland cement manufacturer says.
The Far North Deputy Mayor has announced her intention to run for the top job
Far North deputy mayor says her experience is what the district needs right now
Fed-up Kaitaia residents call for action to stop illegal driving in parks
Illegal driving in Far North parks leaves residents at wit's end
5312 new Covid cases, 28 virus-related deaths
There are 759 people in hospital, including 16 in intensive care.
'Hardworking, joyful' Vanuatu community celebrates independence day
Hardworking Vanuatu fruitpickers stuck in Northland since March 2020 by Covid pandemic.
Small bump all that was needed to dislodge trailer from truck: Worksafe
Nine-year-old girl's death prompts Worksafe warning for companies to check towing gear.
High employment, Covid-19 see high rates of teens leave school early - principals
Northland is one of the regions where about 30 per cent of school leavers were under 17.
Faulty towbar: Firm ordered to pay $200k over crash that killed 9yo girl
Whangārei-based logistics company to pay reparation to family of 9-year-old girl.
'You can't find anyone': Covid on the back-burner as staff shortages becomes major concern for businesses
Northland businesses are cutting hours as vacancies have become difficult to fill.
Claim says Māori rugby league is creating zero pathways for Māori and Pacific talent
Quartet say the game's 'protectors' have destroyed league and left no youth pathways.
Sheryl Mai: Community connection at the heart of local government
The importance of elected members' connection with their community cannot be overstated,
Pioneering police dog handler dies at 91
One of the first police dog handlers in NZ, Northland's Graham Bracey, has died.
Bumper year for Zonta book sale
Profits from the annual book sale go to charitable causes.
Fantastic paddlers: Te Tai Tokerau waka ama athletes take on the world
Northland waka ama athletes are heading to London to compete in the World Sprint Champs.
News briefs: Spate of vandalism angers council; big Lotto winners
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Rejigged Whangārei marina plans given the green light
The estimated cost of the new marina climbs to $15m under revised designs.
Northland's three-mayor local government race is on
John Carter, Sheryl Mai and Jason Smith are all standing down.
Northland news in brief: Bus terminal vandalised, river walk now open
Catch up on what's happening around the region
Comment: All Blacks deserve our kindness
The country attaches vast importance to its national rugby team.
Carolyn Hansen: The magic of exercise
Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Why not make it the best day?
Comment: If you're looking to remove barriers, car parks and toilets are low-hanging fruit
Won't it be a great day when we have a Minister of Disability Issues who has a disability.
'He's got a lot to give, and he absolutely loves it'. Success at endurance riding
Vicki Comrie-Moore and her horse Sarge have had a successful endurance riding career.
Our Treasures: Five little Moa died in a cave in Northland
The little Moa were found only in New Zealand.
Whangārei youth homelessness needs an 'immediate' solution
Northland youth identify solutions to address homelessness.
Shopping centre staff cop $700-plus parking fines
Tarewa Centre workers have received hundreds of dollars worth of fines in the mail.
Part of the family: Far North horse turns up at neighbour's place after 64 days missing
A Far North family is happy to have Halo the horse back after she disappeared for 64 days.
Teen killer jailed: Man's search for friendship ends in 'pain and dying alone'
Judge says life imprisonment appropriate for teen who killed mate in brutal knife attack.
Omicron outbreak: 7605 Covid cases, 41 deaths - Bloomfield's final message for NZ
End of an era as the man who shaped our pandemic response officially stands down today.
Teen gets life sentence for killing Northland man
A teenager who stabbed a 22-year-old to death has been sentenced to life in prison.