Man says he is unjustly in custody and is not who the State claims
Northland man Jay Maui Wallace says he is not answerable to the State or its courts.
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364 cases new community cases; 35 hospital patients positive
There are 215 cases in Whangārei, 117 cases in the Far North, and 32 cases in Kaipara.
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Firefighters were called to a house fire in Raumanga last night.
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Catch up on what's happening around the region.
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Our Treasures: The history behind flower power in Whangārei
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Acclaimed muso sets sights on top acts for Northland
Musician and programmer Gerry Paul wants to bring big acts to Northland audiences
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Easter holidaymakers warned of severe weather, 'expect the unexpected'
'If you are in Northland today and your plans are flexible, we suggest you delay travel.'
Shane Reti: Time to employ more nurses
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Traffic delays, hazards due to heavy rain, flooding
Today's wild weather is causing problems for motorists returning from Easter holidays
No seat belt in fatal Paparore crash, police confirm
Paparore fatal continues a trend of Northland crashes where deceased was not buckled in.
Northland news in brief: Aggravated robbery in Coopers Beach; artists wanted; Waipū Anzac Day celebrations
The latest news from around the region.
The watchful eye of Paihia: Town's state-of-the-art CCTV system paying off
CCTV paid for by seized criminal assets used to nab suspect in attack on town custodian.
Covid, increased demand blamed for slow police responses
Northland police are saying Covid and increased demand are behind longer response times
Northland's highest level rider finishes fifth at National One Day Championship
Around 200 top riders headed to Whangārei for the National 4 Star One Day Championship.
Beachgoer commandeers surf board to help rescue 'lifeless' teen
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Recognise this man? Kaitāia police appeal for information after aggravated robbery
Police are asking for the public's help to identify man following a Far North robbery.
Covid: 5933 cases and 10 deaths today
There have been 30 Covid deaths in the past two days.
A damp end to Easter weekend for Northland
Monday will bring more rain and wind to Northland.
More details about new airport released ahead of public feedback
Maps of the three potential new airport sites have become available to the public.
Omicron outbreak: 30 deaths, 13,636 new cases in past two days
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Joe Bennett: I realised there was no lesson to be had on the difference between praying and preying
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How a Whangārei woman's love of care packages has helped 100 babies in need
Charlotte Tapelu uses her free time to help meet the growing demand of families in need.
Vaughan Gunson: It's a big deal. And it's here in Whangārei
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'Total bedlam during holidays' Concern infrastructure not keeping up with community's rapid growth
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Capsized fishing boat Enchanter recovered in 'tricky' salvage operation
Divers and flotation bags raised the charter boat's wreckage from 26m of water.
Second for the women and third for the men, but no finals spots for Northland bowls reps
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Northland's summer of cricket wraps up with star-studded showcase
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