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Councils that want to keep their Māori wards should have to poll communities
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Further details released in the historical child death case.
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'We want the community to enjoy the day, rub shoulders with rugby heroes and MPs',
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The latest news bites from around the region.
News in brief: Event aims to inspire women in business; students’ recycled artwork
The latest news bites from around the region.
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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
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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.'
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.
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.
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
Schnappa Rock's Dean Thompson is a finalist in Hospitality NZ's Chef of the Year award.
Join the breakfast club or reach new heights at the circus: Something for everyone these school holidays
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Jonny Wilkinson: Freedom of speech doesn’t mean you can insult people
OPINION: Antiquated words disrespectful to the disability community
'It was one of the best gigs of my entire life': Comedian's fond memories of performing in Whangārei
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‘One pleasure of being on holiday is watching others work’ - Joe Bennett
Joe Bennett on enjoying his time in Türkiye
Charities face rising demand from pensioners as living costs hit home
'Like most elderly, I don’t want to feel like I’m a burden to anyone.'
Circus Kumarani marks 21 years as stage for all ages and abilities
The community circus is about supporting people of all ages and abilities.
'The pain is ongoing': Businesses want power cut compensation
The power cut is causing ongoing damage to Northland's reputation, NorthChamber says.
Whangārei contractor's 20-year fight with council to continue with appeal
A Whangārei contractor's 20-year legal battle with the council is set to continue.
Police speaking with two 'people of interest' after unexplained 2015 death of Alestra Kepa-Hati
The four-year-old died in 2015 - police revealed this week they are investigating.
Cold North - region suffers chilliest day of year - so far
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