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New venture brings pride, jobs and strawberries
Iwi-council venture aims to get strawberries into shops weeks ahead of the competition.
Teen claims shooting of rival's house was not gang-related
Gang prospect flew from Christchurch for organised shooting of rival's Whangārei house.
Top slugger fights her way back from 'darkness' to surge into spotlight
For the first time, Northland boxer Mea Motu publicly shares her fight for life.
US rugby stars 'hijack' Northland cafe, devour 90 pies in two hours
A local cafe owner is ecstatic after US women rugby players spent more than $1000 on pies.
Local election day looms: What to expect
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News in brief: Far North kina population surveyed; child recovering after incident in pools
News snippets from across the region.
PM and rugby players twirl to Poi E at Pohe Island
Rugby World Cup players twirled poi with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern yesterday.
Ahipara occupation marks first anniversary as leader trespassed
Occupation leader says local hapū and land owner are 'both innocent in this predicament'.
'Misogynist attitudes still exist': Exhibition about obstacles, successes of women in rugby
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Māori urged to hit the polls - 'It's not too late'
This election will gauge what more needs to be done to improve Māori participation.
Boy recovering after Whangārei pool incident
The boy was taken to hospital in a serious condition late yesterday afternoon.
Whangārei clubs chalk up NZ masters snooker and billiards tournament
Snooker fans are encouraged to catch some top quality players in action this weekend.
Volunteer-run info centre in Mangonui looks forward to busy summer season
The info centre is now located across from the famous Mangonui Fish Shop.
Call for better safety measures on Far North roads shared with logging trucks
Shane Hunt says Fisher-Riley Rd not fit for large logging trucks.
'I just love it when people stop and listen,' say Far North buskers
Students to attend dream concert, thanks to community donations and music trust support.
The brain drain: Kiwi nurse triples her pay by moving to Aussie
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Kaitaia police thank community for help in locating man now charged over pou damage
A man has appeared in court in relation to damage to a pou whenua in Kaitaia.
Popular garden event to raise much-needed funds for Kaitaia charity
A dozen local gardens to feature in Kaitaia Garden Safari in November
Renowned artist excited to sing at global sporting showpiece games in Whangārei
Ladi6 urges Northlanders to get involved and have fun during RWC2021 games in Whangārei.
Bay News: Paihia to show its true colours; firefighter recognised for 50 years' service
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Whangārei Fringe review: Frankenstein's monster enthrals audience
Performer and producer Michael Hockey plays Frank with larger-than-life gestures.
Taniwha quietly confident of a good outing against Canterbury
Northland to field a strong squad for NPC quarter-final in Christchurch.
Sisters traverse NZ to highlight ripple effects of sexual abuse
The sisters, who experienced sexual abuse as children, are giving survivors a voice.
News in brief: Child in hospital after incident at Whangārei pools; missing man found
News snippets from across the region.
Northland house prices continuing to fall
The biggest price drops were in Whangārei suburbs Woodhill, Regent and the Avenues.