Comment: Out on a limb in the company of trees
For some reason the past week has been centred around trees
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A powerful network of CCTV cameras was accessed after police made up a crime.
Small steps to strong mental health, naturally
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Bumper wedding season ahead for region's event organisers
Party hire, make-up artists and wedding gown suppliers in Northland flat out.
Roof repairs put parking under pressure at Whangārei Town Basin
Town Basin businesses are receiving a new roof, but the spotlight is on a lack of parking.
News in brief: Public memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
'Beautiful, kind hearted': Northland boy dies in freak accident falling from tree
Declan Halford was a 'beautiful, kind-hearted little boy' a family friend said
State memorial service held for Queen Elizabeth II
The service at the Wellington Cathedral of St Paul began at 2pm today.
'It was very scary' Brothers flee burning yacht in the nick of time
Brothers use dinghy to get to shore after their boat catches fire in the Bay of Islands.
One hundred games not out for Taniwha mascot
Taniwha mascot to run for his 100th game against Manawatu in Kaikohe.
Northland leak 52 points against Tasman Mako in Nelson
Two must-win games for Northland to make the Bunnings Warehouse NPC play-offs.
Sheryl Mai: Reflecting on the past nine years as Mayor of Whangārei
We have achieved a lot in the past nine years.
'You used your daughter as a sex toy': Man jailed for 10 years, judge expresses shock
Man who sexually abused his primary-school-aged daughter, jailed for more than 10 years.
Playwright hopes Northlanders recall positives about Covid lockdown
Playwright Anders Falstie-Jensen explains why people should reflect on Covid lockdowns.
Junior football teams turn out for Aimee Lindsay memorial games
Around 65 teams turned up to play in honour of Aimee Lindsay.
'It's the perfect document. It's just we happen to confuse it': Top Govt minister opens up on Treaty
Achieving equity for Māori would remove the sense of victimhood, says Cabinet minister.
Northlander marches in procession taking Queen's casket to final resting place
Northlander Anya Ruri marches in procession taking Queen's casket to Westminster Abbey.
'I thought I was going to die': First survivor of Enchanter boat tragedy speaks out
''It makes you think it could've been me''
Focus: The Enchanter tragedy investigation
When the Enchanter sank in March, five men lost their lives and critics of skipper Lance Goodhew say his bad decision led to the disaster. Video / Mike Scott
Long weekend tragedy: Person dies on rural Northland property
A St John spokesperson said they were alerted just after 2pm.
Taniwha fail to fire in a must-win game against Tasman Mako
Northland's NPC season possibly hangs by a thread after being walloped by Tasman.
Stores galore: Where 14 new supermarkets are opening
Stores galore: From Timaru to Martinborough, Remuera to Taumarunui.
Full field for Northland's Ruakākā Races today
Trainer Tony Pike hopes Ruakākā will kickstart his bid for a second Group 1 title.
John Carter wraps up 55-year career in local, central government
Staff recall Mayor's 2am emails, boundless energy and enthusiasm, and "dad jokes".
New social housing development planned for prime Whangārei site
Kāinga Ora embarks on a major social housing build and re-development in Whangārei.
Joe Bennett: All's fair in love and war - and school prize-giving
The lack of fairness in school prizegivings is baffling
Carolyn Hansen: Happiness comes from within and exercise helps
Somehow, we must once again take pride in being in control of our own life.
Northland principals welcome new equity funding
Principals are happy to receive extra equity funding they first asked for 20 years ago.
Delays crossing Brynderwyns south of Whangārei next week while slip repaired
Slip on south side of Brynderwyn Hill, south of Whangārei, was caused by recent weather.
House of Science: Hokianga holds first-ever science festival
Kits target rural schools where teachers lack confidence or resources to teach science.
Win against Tasman will boost Northland's playoff chances
Matt Moulds will again lead Northland in their must-win game against the Mako.
A first-time voter's journey: How to vote in the upcoming local elections
How to vote for the first time in this year's local election.
Jonny Wilkinson: Survey asks how accessible is the Hundertwasser building?
What do you think about the accessibility of the Hundertwasser building or nearby areas?
Our Treasures: Printing press shows how quickly technology has changed
The ornate print an entire newspaper page with one pull of a lever.