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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
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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
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Restoration of historic church fulfils long-held dream
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Whangārei Fringe 2022: Blackadder's irreverent romp delights
An admirable and successful stage adaptation of a much-beloved British period sitcom.
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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
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Rural valuer makes sure the price is right
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Kelly Stratford named Far North's new deputy mayor
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Father, daughter were going to pull over for a break before fatal crash
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Northland news in brief: Kitten season on its way; annual fishing comp
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Off-duty lifeguard and friends save man's life at Kai Iwi Lakes
A man in trouble in the water was dragged out and given CPR at Kai Iwi Lakes.
'A mayor for all': Moko Tepania makes history in Far North
Kaikohe te reo teacher, 31, says he'll be an inclusive leader who can walk in both worlds.
Opinion: Northland one of the worst regions for potholes
Northlanders complain that our roads are the worst in the country, writes Shane Reti.
Rugby fans treated to a feast of women's rugby by powerhouses France and England
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Northland divers capture winning shots
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Councillors join in the fun at Diwali celebrations in Whangārei
More than 200 turn up for an afternoon of song and dance at Diwali celebration.
First cruise ships set to return to Bay of Islands this week
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Happy ever after? Retirees share the secret to joy
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Crowd numbers up in Whangārei for day of rugby
Japan take US to the wire before losing a pulsating match at the Women's RWC.
Hector's dolphin in Northland for first time in 100 years
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Australian rugby star plans to go and see her Far North whānau
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