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A Whangārei GP says this winter's flu is just as severe as the Omicron Covid variant.
State tenants updated on the possible future Kāinga Ora houses
Kāinga Ora mulling options for possible redevelopment of state houses in Ruakākā.
Lobby group says 133-lot subdivision a case of urban sprawl in a rural setting
Developer says subdivision meeting need for high-quality homes in Bay of Islands boomtown.
Father and daughter honoured at Surf Life Saving awards
Nicky Howes is the youngest person in the region to receive a life membership.
Far North Rally huge success at weekend
The Far North Rally provides thrills a minute with exciting racing on gravel roads.
Motorcyclist died after driver failed to see him
Police release name of the motorcyclist who died on Matapouri Rd over the weekend.
Cafe workers owed $150k for abrupt sacking - wealthy US owners can't be made to pay
The Snells Beach café, now in liquidation, was owned by a wealthy American couple.
Live: 6498 new Covid cases, eight deaths, hospital visitors infecting patients
Cases in one region have more than doubled in a fortnight.
'People are appreciative and down to earth': rural GP on why Northland is an exciting work place
Moerewa doctor says the current health staff shortage is the worst in 50 years.
Northland property prices fall for first time in nearly three years
Northland house prices are predicted to continue dipping, a property expert says.
Kāinga Ora spends nearly $10m on 13 standalone houses
Kāinga Ora has plans to buy more standalone houses in Northland.
Whangārei 98-year-old finishes his 100th parkrun
Colin Thorne says he will try to do at least 50 more of the 5km walk/runs.
Briefs: Fatal crash on Tutukaka Coast, car fire in Kamo, new cop for Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Comment: Youth crime surge needs community response
Our society has been impacted by unprecedented challenges
Editorial: There's a new villain in town this winter and it ain't Covid
The most relatable experience I've had in a long time is the flu, says Karina Cooper.
'Smells like death': Thousands of pipi wash up dead
Samples of the dead pipi are being collected to determine what caused the mass deaths.
Kiwi racing legend claims Far North Rally title
Mechanical issues hamper defending Far North rally champion Ben Hunt.
Motorcyclist dies after crash involving truck in Ngunguru
A serious crash early this afternoon has resulted in injuries.
Live: 11 Covid-related deaths and 4924 cases today; experts warn of new BA.5 surge
Experts warn we're facing a winter surge of the virus as subvariant BA.5 spreads.
Countdown to the premier rugby final this weekend begins
Two teams with finals experience in Northland prems rugby to play in the crowning match.
Northland tourism infrastructure projects get $1.3m from Government
The money will help improve visitor facilities with international borders reopening.
Opinion: Abortion ruling shows women still have battles to fight
Why do we feel so strongly about something that's occurred in a country across the world?
Massive Mangawhai Central development gets plan change from KDC
A limit of 500 residential units has been dropped for the massive Mangawhai development.
'They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men
"It's definitely a sign of the times that things are changing."
Northland rangatahi claims a double with speech and table tennis wins
Whangārei teen wins big at Race Unity speech contest and secondary schools sports titles.
I wanted to celebrate surviving: Therese Wickbom recalls mental health struggles
Bald Angels Charitable Trust founder Therese Wickbom opens up about her own mental health
Joe Bennett: Roundabouts a beacon of sanity for the world
Evil has no conscience and listens to no reason
'It is up to us, as members of Aotearoa, to work towards racial unity' : says Northland teen on winning Race Unity Speech Awards winner
Northland student is named the joint national winner of the Race Unity Speech Awards.
Youth homelessness rising: Housing and wraparound support needed, experts say
A housing plan specifically for taitamariki in Whangārei is being considered.
Mid Western veteran to play in his 250th match in semis
Late bloomer ends up playing 249 games for Mid Western rugby.
Carolyn Hansen: Essential nutrients, what they are and why you need them
A healthy diet provides the body with all the nutrients needed for its nourishment.
US President Joe Biden gets Whangārei woodturner's kauri bowl as gift from Jacinda Ardern
US President gets kauri bowl by Whangārei woodturner as gift from Jacinda Ardern