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Bout time: Northland slugger taking on former world champ
Kaitaia boxer Mea Motu back in the ring ahead of overseas bout
Marcus Roberts: Is it time we made voting mandatory?
Is it time to become like our Australian counterparts and impose stricter voting measures.
Word on the street in Kaikohe: Moko Tepania's election lifts pride
Pride and hope for the future is tempered by realism about the powers of local government.
Bay News: Fleet celebrates 40 years; Ōkaihau bowls on a roll
Catch up on the latest news from the Bay of Islands.
Shakespeare funding announced by MoE - Northlanders thrilled
The Ministry of Education has agreed to provide some support to Shakespeare in schools.
'We can't consume our way out of this problem'
Recycling Week encourages conscious procurement and disposal towards a waste-free future.
Bagpipes and haka: Scotland rugby enjoy Māori welcome
Ngātiwai iwi welcomed the Scottish Rugby Women's Rugby Team at Ngunguru Marae on Tuesday.
Review on future lifeguard patrols may include Kai Iwi Lakes
Surf Life Saving NZ wants a regional water safety to help plan for the future.
Popular markets return to the Canopy Bridge after three year hiatus
It's been three years since the Whangārei famous markets were held on the canopy bridge.
SH1 smash leaves one dead, another critically injured
Head-on crash involving a tradie's van and a car led to hours of delays south of Kawakawa.
SH1 open after fatal crash near Kawakawa
The section of highway was closed for five hours while emergency services responded.
Black Fern Krystal Murray hopes Rugby World Cup in Northland inspires next generation of women players
Northland Black Fern Krystal Murray speaks ahead of Saturday's game against Scotland.
'It's part of who I am': Meet NZ's first female free dive instructor trainer
Sacha Williamson is stamping her mark on the male-dominated world of freediving.
Tourists are back but where are the industry's workers?
Some businesses are having to close up shop when they could be open due to too few staff.
Artist calls it quits after 'sustained and nasty attacks', cultural appropriation row
Northland artist Lester Hall merges Māori symbols with Kiwiana imagery.
Teens arrested after burglary, aggravated robbery
Two 15-year-olds and a 13-year-old have been charged.
Two flown to hospital after airborne car hits tree
Passenger with broken leg had to be cut out of the wreckage by volunteer firefighters.
One person dead after serious crash on SH1, Far North
Sh1 is currently closed due to the crash and lengthy delays are expected.
Northland leader Sonny Tau's trial aborted - but no fault of either Counsel or the defendant
A trial for Northland leader Sonny Tau has been aborted due to legal reasons.
Masterful show about body acceptance lauded Best in Fringe
A solo show about accepting your body has won over the Whangārei Fringe Festival judges.
Officer justified in shooting at man who injured police dog
The IPCA chairman commended the dog handler for his actions.
Emergency doctor calls for better animal control resources in the Far North to curb dog attacks
A worrying number of dog attacks on Far North residents has prompted calls for resourcing.
First of its kind holistic community-led recreation and sports hub
New community hub by locals, for locals set to be a game-changer for the region.
'It's appalling': Presence of women in local body government declines
Northland has had three women mayors and one regional council chair.
Snooker: Far North underdog chalks up shock win
Amateur takes out prestigious national masters tournament
Restoration of historic church fulfils long-held dream
Project includes an interpretation trail through the sites of the 1845 Battle of Ōhaeawai.
Whangārei Fringe 2022: Blackadder's irreverent romp delights
An admirable and successful stage adaptation of a much-beloved British period sitcom.
News snippets from Northland
News in brief: Lotto winner sold, and liquor store robbed.
Prominent Northland leader charged with indecent assault on teenage girl
Raniera (Sonny) Tau is on trial in Northland for indecent assault allegations.
Bay's first cruise passengers since 2020 welcomed by local hapū
A total of 53 ships carrying just under 94,000 passengers are expected this season.
Rural valuer makes sure the price is right
Everything has a value, according to rural valuer Henry Waller.