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Whangārei fire crew walk off job in nationwide strike action
An 86-hour working week is not uncommon for Whangārei career firefighters.
Live: Hundreds still without power in Far North, Kaitaia cut off due to flooding
Kaitaia still cut off due to flooding, slips,while hundreds remain without power
Homes evacuated, drivers stranded as torrential rain batters Far North
Four boats came to grief in Bay of Islands with one saved, another sunk and two on rocks.
Whangārei 'gentlemen's club' chipping into region's conservation effort
Men's Shed fix furniture for the community and build traps for conservation.
News briefs: Upgrade to Kaikohe playground, professional firefighters strike
The latest news bites from around the region.
Muslim group from Hamilton coming to Northland to talk about Islam
Roadshows in Northland this weekend to educate people on the teachings of Islam.
Inmate lights fire in cell, disabling prison block's sprinklers
When asked why he destroyed his cell, Fraser said he was 'sick of being dicked around'.
'It's tough': NZ Rugby board member speaks out on Ian Foster decision
Northlander talks about the pressure associated with deciding All Blacks coach's future.
Person seriously hurt in Tikipunga crash
Paramount Parade in Tikipunga is closed while police attend the scene of a serious crash.
Live: Storm's fury - hundreds evacuated in Nelson; 'boulders rolling down the street'
A storm continues to create havoc across New Zealand with more rain to fall.
Covid: 4540 new cases; 473 in hospital, 16 deaths
Case numbers are trending down. Has NZ turned a corner with the virus?
'Disturbing' sex ed handout given to young students: innocence stolen, says mum
A discussion has been sparked about the country's sexuality education curriculum.
Judge says drink-driver's case a rare exception to those normally resulting in prison
Judge accepts drink driver a good person who made a "terrible, terrible" decision to drive
Northland weather blocks roads, causes slips and flooding - and more is on the way
Northland battered by heavy rain and strong winds
Kaitaia College's Jazz Waka receive bronze in 2022 KBB Music Festival
The Kaitaia College jazz ensemble is considering international opportunities.
Wanted: Have you seen these two men?
Kaitaia Police appeal for public's help in tracking down pair who missed court dates.
Puhipuhi beef farmers reset pasture traditions
Changing grass systems isn't easy but it's worth it, a Puhipuhi couple believe.
John Williamson: The psychology behind buying a car
Williamson explores the psychology behind car choice, colour, and even the salesperson.
Wilding pines could be gone in 10 years
New funding to tackle Far North wilding pine problem
Wāhine On Water: Empowering female lifeguards into powercraft
Despite a good number of female surf lifeguards, they lack a presence in IRB driving.
Councillors refuse to back Rangitane maritime project
Future now unclear for PGF-funded trailer parking, boat ramp and jetty in Kerikeri Inlet.
An artist's life: New book celebrates Hundertwasser's love of Aotearoa
An in-depth view of Hundertwasser's life in New Zealand is laid bare in a new book.
Sandy Myhre with news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds
Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds from Sandy Myhre
'Let's Get to School' campaign to target Northland's absentee students
The "Let's Get to School" campaign aims to get Northland's truants back into class.
Covid in NZ has 'turned a corner': 496 in hospital today, 16 virus-linked deaths
"We are continuing to track at the lower of what modelling suggested this winter."
'Why are people choosing crime?': Locals feel plagued by thieves
Burglaries and car thefts have risen since last year.
All Northland local body candidates confirmed
Almost 200 candidates are standing for election across Northland's four councils.
Strong winds and heavy rain for Northland today and tomorrow
Heavy rain and strong winds set to lash Northland
Comment: Time to welcome back international students
Bilateral ties are important and create connections between host families and students
Northland Rugby wants public to snitch on the pitch invader
World Rugby warns anyone caught invading playing fields will be sorry
World ranked Northland boxer Mea Motu to take on highly-rated Thai champion
Kaitaia's Mea "Nightmea" Motu to take on first international boxing opponent
Far North family loses everything in house fire
The Ōkaihau family is the second in a week in the Far North to be left homeless by fire.