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Will the new Equity Index save Northland's deprived education sector?
A new school funding system reveals Northland as the region with the greatest need.
Northland musicians aim for top 30 semifinalist selection at Smokefreerockquest
Northland's regional Smokefreerockquest winners get high praise from judges.
People should remain vigilant: Community spread of Covid ramps up in Northland
Northlanders are being reminded to mask-up as the community spread of Covid-19 ramps up.
He's da bomb: Moerewa 21-year-old claims Manu Master title
Wharf jumpers brave icy water to celebrate iconic Northland summer pastime – in mid-winter
Photos: Bombs away at 2022 Manu Masters
Prizes were awarded for best style, spirit and splash as well as overall Manu Master title
Covid: 6223 new cases, 22 deaths; more than half of new cases new variants
Ministry 'closely monitoring' the increase in cases as part of an 'ongoing review'.
Revealed: Identity of top cop who interfered in prosecution
The senior officer at the centre of an IPCA investigation is a familiar face in Northland.
Seismometer to shake up interest in quakes
Four of these seismometers are now operating in Northland
Size helps but it's all about technique: Expert shares tips ahead of today's bomb comp
Forty Northlanders to take on celebrity chefs for title of Manu Master in Russell today.
Comment: I look forward to Old Blighty moving with the times
Throughout his stint in Number 10, Boris Johnson has been involved in countless gaffs.
Joe Bennett: It's toast and that's all there is to say
How much butter on your toast?
Former Kaitaia teacher charged with rioting, intending to use weapon against police
Accused says he was caught up in 'moment of madness' on last day of Wellington protest.
News in brief: Man arrested after driving complaint leads to stolen car
Three arrested in Kamo dairy robbery, while in Kaeo police respond to a firearms incident.
Former MasterChef winner thrives on simple, pared-back life in Northland
Former MasterChef winner opens up about how TV show changed his life for the better.
'I love league' Wāhine and kōtiro lace up for new league competition
Competition kicks off this weekend and has six contested women's team.
Four meningococcal cases detected in Northland
Take steps this winter against meningococcal as four cases detected in Northland.
More than 10,000 cases and 16 Covid-related deaths today
The tally is slightly down after more than 11,000 community cases for three days in a row.
Minister 'should be wearing a mask' - top doc on Kelvin Davis
MP maskless at Northland marae the day before the Govt begs people to wear masks indoors.
Another deluge to hit Far North tonight
Major slip closes Waiotemarama Gorge Rd in South Hokianga.
Briefs: Fatal Moerewa crash, arrest over gun incident
The latest news bites from around the region.
Fresh Covid-19 wave hits Northland - hospital ward closed
Masks and Rapid-Antigen Tests will now be free in a bid to fight the virus.
Rain easing after wild weather thrashes NZ
After a week of wild weather, most Kiwis are expected to have some respite from rain.
Calls for security on after-school buses as drivers battle violence and bad behaviour
"Someone is going to get very, very hurt."
Afghan families learn how to swim
Afghan families settled in Whananaki find their first swim lessons fun and exciting.
More than 60 charges laid after major drug and money laundering scheme busted
The syndicate was reportedly headed by a Waitematā man with links to a Vietnamese gang.
Waiotemarama Gorge Road in South Hokianga unlikely to be fully re-opened until August
Motorists advised about a major slip and detours in place in Hokianga.
'I left the navy to become a drag queen': Anita Wigl'it brings her tour to Whangārei
Drag star Anita Wigl'it talks the story of her life in her new stand-up show.
Rural non-delivery: 'Overwhelmed' postie hoards 15 months of mail
Missing mail included specialist appointments, car registrations and jury duty summons.
Weather: Warning for Harbour Bridge tonight as heavy rain and gales set to hit Auckland
Streams and rivers could rise rapidly and flooding and slips are possible.
More than 4000 plants, 45kg of cannabis head found in huge growing operation
A Vietnamese teen denies masterminding a huge Whangārei Heads cannabis operation.
Govt frees up masks, RATs; 11,382 cases today, child dies with virus
An estimated 400,000 people will now be eligible for anti-viral drugs.
Orange heavy rain warning and strong wind watch for Northland issued
Northlanders advised to take care on the roads this afternoon and to avoid going out.
Live: Fresh storm warning - deluges, gales to slam top of NZ, tide flood threat
New gale, rain and road snow alerts are in place from Northland to central North Island.