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Comment: Benefits of a gym membership
Gyms don't make us sweat. They make us sparkle
Former head boy science whizz hit with US crypto fraud lawsuit
Ivan Ravlich is facing accusations he defrauded investors out of their crypto.
'So, my personal life has been largely on hold' Principals' celebrated for their work since Covid-19
'Tu Meke Tumuaki' week is celebrating the work of Northland principals.
Computer glitch overcounts today's Covid cases by thousands
More than 4200 cases were incorrectly added to today's total after a computer glitch.
Omicron outbreak: 13,344 Covid cases, 23 deaths; school holiday warning
Parents are being warned to monitor kids' health over the looming school holidays.
Parua Bay Four Square closed after burglary
The Parua Bay Four Square was burgled in the early hours of the morning today.
Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final underway
FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest Series Grand Final has kicked off in Whangārei.
Northland mum teaches how to save money and still make good, healthy kai
Haurora Wānanga is part of the winter wellness campaign encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
Bombs away as Russell hosts inaugural Manu Masters comp
A prize pool of $1000 is up for grabs for Northland's best bombs.
'Twindemic' of Covid, flu hammering Northland schools
At Kerikeri High, Northland's biggest school, up to 30 teachers are off sick each day.
Whangārei man discovers winning Lotto ticket in his wallet a week later
A week passed before the man realised he should check the Lotto ticket in his wallet.
Kaitaia sisters procure local bulk food business Your Shelf
Young Kaitaia sisters take on low-waste business, set sights on sustainable growth.
Small kura south of Kaitaia abuzz with activity
Pāmāpuria School unveils a new mural, receives visit from University of Otago students
What's keeping three out of five Northlanders awake at night?
A Kiwi sleep coach gives expert tips on how to catch a good night's kip despite worries.
Quicksand among hazards for early forest workers of the Far North
Murray Braithwaite looks back 52 years in forestry.
Exclusive: Police at 'breaking point' threaten to walk off the job
The Police Association says officers are choosing between their jobs and their safety.
Peria man told to appeal to the High Court
Northlander cannot leapfrog an appeal directly to the Court of Appeal.
'Triumphant and symbolic moment for Northland's international education sector'
Northland prepares to welcome international students for the first time since March 2020.
Comment: Disability needs to be looked from all angles - not just medical
Jonny Wilkinson shares an a-ha moment he had about how we consider disabilities
'They will have one glance at us and will change direction or cross the road': Whangarei queer teens face homophobia
The Library Gays in Whangarei was formed to create a safe space for queer teens.
John Williamson: Time to get rid of the 'wet bus ticket' for dangerous driving
John Williamson details what's going wrong when it comes to deterring dangerous drivers.
Bay News: Supervised tooth brushing, wall art competition
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Far North meth lab at centre of nationwide police operation
Seven people were arrested across the country following Operation Campbell.
'Start of a second wave': Covid cases surge past 10,000
Past fortnight has seen a 'significant increase' in Covid cases and the flu.
Three arrests as drugs, ammunition seized
Operation Cobalt has begun in Northland as police search Dargaville properties.
Weather: Brrrrr-ace for more chill
Cold air is expected to spread northwards, heading into the July school holiday.
Head Hunter, King Cobra raids: Seven in court, methamphetamine, firearms, $100k seized in drug busts
Police say they have thwarted a major methamphetamine distribution network.
Comment: From tradies to TV, recent judgments confirm restraints of trade still have a rightful place
Disputes around restraints of trade are not limited to corporate entities.