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News in brief: Arson attempts investigated, duck hits powerlines
Catch up on news around the region.
'You aren't the only one using the road' - Five crashes within a few hours as roads get busy
Police urge drivers to be patient, keep calm, and expect delays on Northland roads.
Hot, dry forecast offers no respite for firefighters battling Kaimaumau blaze
Another breakout on Sunday closed SH1 and cut power to the top of the Far North.
Live: 27 Covid cases today; 44 people in hospital; no Omicron in community
Twelve cases in Auckland, seven in Waikato, seven in the Bay of Plenty and one in Lakes.
Motorcyclists seriously hurt in crash north of Whangārei
Rental car crossed the centre line and struck a motorcycle with husband and wife on it.
Refinery reacts to Govt's impending sustainable biofuels mandate
Millions of tons of emissions expected to be cut with new biofuels mandate.
Rugby star helping in fight against large Northland fire
Taniwha among crews helping fight major fire in Kaimaumau.
Kaimaumau residents allowed home
Wind shifts and high temperatures are continuing to make firefighting difficult.
'Everyone was ... in good spirits': First weekend of 2022 had hot weather and good vibes
St John paramedics attended to 37 callouts on New Year's eve in Northland.
Ocean swimmers greet first dawn of 2022
They year's conditions were 'the best ever' with flat, warm water and perfect tides.
Motorcyclist's death lifts holiday road toll total to 11
A motorcyclist has died in a crash in the Kaipara District, Northland, overnight.
Resident concerned Kaimaumau fire may burn for months
Blaze on the wetland was first reported on December 18.
Fatal car crash mystery: Who killed Cheryl Te Maro?
Victim's sister apologises to driver charged - 'I don't believe she did it'.
Kaimaumau evacuated again as massive fire rages out of control
Residents told to leave immediately; one firefighter being treated by St John.
Magical Poor Knights worth a visit this summer
The Islands were once home to 400 people.
Dawn Picken: Rethinking what it means to turn the page on another year
Opinion: Let's take the pressure off 2022 and ourselves to make the next year wonderful.
Māori outpacing non-Māori in North's vaccination race
Number of unvaxxed non-Māori in Northland now 10,211 compared with 8531 Māori.
Carolyn Hansen: What's your passion?
What excites you when you first wake that you cannot wait to do for the day?
Campgrounds full, cafes pumping as holidaymakers hit Paihia
But business owners worry how long the good times will last.
Summer reading: With All my Heart
Northland short story competition winners show talent.
Best of Summer: Your chance to vote for classic Kiwi favourites in our nationwide campaign
Vote for NZ's best campsite, fish and chips, playground, short walk, and ice cream shop.
Joe Bennett: The plot thickened the more I thought about it
It was clear that he did not believe the stick insect had ever been there at all.
Fintastic time for Northland fishers hooking tropical fish
Mahi-mahi and marlin among species in Northland waters as sea temps rise.
Unsolicited donation to help feed families this Christmas
Food Rescue Northland received $5000 from Hell Pizza.
Life jacket libraries to keep Far North communities safe
NRC is handing out 120 life jackets to Far North communities.
Covid: 49 new cases, Pacific community hits 90% milestone
Limits on gathering ended today across most of NZ ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations.
Moerewa GP honoured for more than 50 years of service
Long-serving GP says honour belongs to his wife and people he's worked with since 1967.
Police, publicans prepare for 'uncharted' New Year's Eve under Covid
Police will be ready in Paihia as usual but don't know what to expect this year.
Margery Pita has given more than 50 years to NZ music industry
Singer and dancer for over 50 years, Margery Pita accepts honour on behalf of the band.
Knighthood for Northlander Farrelly - just don't call him Sir Chris
Knighthood for Northland's Chris Farrelly for services to health and the community.
New Year Honours: Northland principal humbled by NZ Order of Merit honour
Hora Hora School principal Pat Newman receives honour for his services to education.
William Wright, man behind Kaipara Harbour's revitalisation since 1996
Kaipara Harbour Settlement Treaty negotiator recognised for his services to conservation.
News in brief: First division Lotto win, locations of interest, sand sculpture contest
Catch up on news from around the region