Top health officials expressed outrage, considered quitting over Government's smokefree repeal
A health official said Government changes would be 'difficult to explain... to the kids'.
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Northport expansion's creation of jobs outweighed by coastal impact
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New patrol vehicle to help with quick crime reporting in Whangārei
The role of any patrol volunteer is to observe and report any suspicious activities.
David Grindle: Businesses need staff engagement to weather downturn
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Who's responsible for taming Northland's wild cattle problem?
Hundreds of complaints around Kaipara follow Whangārei Heads Rd report.
'They were very cold': Transpower leaves Northland businesses in dark over compo
Transpower has decided not to be proactive in any compensation or help for Northland.
Former councillor calls for early Māori ward polls in Te Tai Tokerau
Councils that want to keep their Māori wards should have to poll communities
Public behaviour hailed as disappointing following cop assaults in Northland
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'Someone knows something': Police reveal extent of youngster's injuries before death
Further details released in the historical child death case.
Former All Blacks to take on MPs in Northland rugby clash
'We want the community to enjoy the day, rub shoulders with rugby heroes and MPs',
Far North news in brief: The Chase star show sells out; Hunt for top workplace dog
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News in brief: Event aims to inspire women in business; students’ recycled artwork
The latest news bites from around the region.
Students with excessive screen time at home falling asleep in class
Parents should also take on advice from the NZ Medical Journal, principals say.
Work starts on another Far North solar farm
Pukenui Solar Farm set to power up next year.
Comment: Hearty breakfast kicks off big day
OPINION: Kevin Page's day involved a lot of calories.
Suspicious girlfriend unearths man's 20 years of sexual offending
The woman went through his phone and discovered explicit images and recordings.
Northland's Pita Tipene leading world's first indigenous trade agreement
The arrangement helped US and Canadian indigenous people meet for the first time.
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It's another barrier: Reducing wait times for driver's licence tests welcomed
Northlanders welcome the Government's move to cut wait times for driver's licence tests.
Northland power cut inquiry ramps up
An investigation into the Northland blackout is stepping up a gear.
Northland sheep benefiting from the power of the sun
Here in New Zealand, agrivoltaics is very much in its infancy.
'Nervous, excited, and sleepless': Northland man's swift ascent to top of career dream
His message to other young people: 'Don’t be shy, go and do it.'
Give youth a chance: Employers urged to give young Northlanders their first job
Northland youth unemployment is the highest in the country, new figures show.
News in brief: New speed limits start; frost warning for gardeners
The latest news bites from around the region.
Vince Cocurullo: Taking Northland forward together
OPINION: The essence of Northland is our people.
Police crash investigator retires after 43 years
Sport is what helped him pass the police fitness tests regularly.
Carrington Estate golf resort selling off four luxury homes with $1 reserves
'We’re finding the Auckland-creep is heading up this way coming that bit further north.'
'Excitement for the future': tourism leaders boosted by Brynderwyns opening
The Brynderwyns have reopened, now industry leaders are pushing for a long-term solution.
MP returns to Parliament after son’s tragic death
Act MP Mark Cameron is returning to Parliament after his son's tragic death.
Chef of the Year finalist credits Northland collaboration for success
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Join the breakfast club or reach new heights at the circus: Something for everyone these school holidays
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