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News in brief: Whistleblowing on rise, police investigating two unsafe drivers
The latest news bites from around the region.
Northlanders to pay $54.8m in council rates in the coming 2024/2025 year
Council set to increase rate to fund emergency services and sports facilities.
Excitement in the air as L.A.B. announce Whangārei show
They're back - and this year with even more Kiwi talent.
Northland businesses cautiously optimistic after busy Matariki weekend
This weekend was the first after the opening - so how did Northland fare?
After year of fundraising, breast milk bank to start helping vulnerable infants
Northland's human milk bank will provide safely pasteurised breast milk to babies in need.
Motorists reminded to keep eye out for cattle on Whangārei Heads Road
There is no signage or other mode of warning about the risk.
News in brief: Free first phone boxes, Electricity authority given three months to investigate power cut
The latest news bites from around the region.
Matariki at Planetarium North - Our Treasures
Opinion: Our visit to Planetarium North was an absolutely stellar experience.
'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms hearts
Friday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.
Dry July: Far North couple who went through cancer journeys at same time speak in support
Far North cancer survivors Steve and Valerie Smith are getting behind Dry July.
Regional council specialists to work with marae on flood resilience
Marae from near Cape Reinga in the north to Kaipara’s Naumai in the south are involved.
Woman brutally attacked slams justice system after not learning of abuser's release
The woman received a formal written notice three days before her attacker was released.
Joe Bennett reflects on his time in Crete
Opinion: Joe Bennett spends some time in Crete.
Don’t worry be happy, if you can - Carolyn Hansen
OPINION: Increasing tensions, negative feelings and emotions are rising around the world.
'Unifying us as a country': Matariki becoming a 'marker' of our national identity
Matariki public holiday inspires kotahitanga (oneness) and recognition of mātauranga Māori
What's on: Events range from a manu comp to viewing the Puanga and Matariki stars
A guide to what's on and where to look for Puanga/Matariki this year.
Brynderwyns reopening a success, work will continue until spring
Afte a four-month long closure State Highway 1 at the Brynderwyn Hills is open.
Months of pain for former hairdresser leads to colorectal cancer diagnosis
A few years after losing her son to suicide, she noticed fatigue. Then came the diagnosis.
John Williamson: Making a visible difference to road safety
OPINION: A study shows older drivers recognise cyclists less often than younger ones.
Northland councils stick with Māori wards despite Government push
Two of the four councils will retain Māori wards, while the other two are tight-lipped.
News briefs from the Far North - truck leaves highway, filmmaking workshops and power compo
New snippets from the Far North.
Still no Sweetwater for Kaitāia as project is believed to top $20m
Costs of Kaitāia's new water source soar, but no water yet.
Northland news in brief: Climate factors blamed for ‘zombie’ fish; investigation into arrest
The latest news bites from around the region.
Far North could be best place to see Matariki stars this week
Matariki star system visible from Far North this week
Big slip won't stop Mangamuka Gorge reopening by Christmas - NZTA
New large slip won't stop SH1 over gorge reopening by Christmas.
Looking forward: Northlanders relieved Brynderwyns open after four long months
State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyns is finally open tonight after four months of detours.
'He’s riding his eternal wave' Dad and 'soulmate' remembered as passionate surfer
Stephen Moir, 53, was a Mangawhai builder who always downed tools when there was surf.
IPCA reviewing firearm incident after shot fired, wanted man injured in fall
Investigations are under way into a Far North incident in which police fired a shot.
Harmonic Resonators are on song for Matariki
The harmonisers have recorded a song for children to learn the Matariki cluster
Northland power outage: NorthChamber says businesses will seek compensation
It's estimated Northland businesses lost between $40 million and $60m during the outage.
NRC cracks down on defiant firelighter
A Northland council has been granted a court order to stop a resident lighting fires.
'Moment of madness': Former teacher, artist’s fall from grace during Parliament protests
Billy-James Natanahira threw pavers at police during the March 2022 riot.
Bridge vs Truck: Another truck hits Rust Ave structure, the second in two weeks
Whangārei rail overbridge in Rust Ave hit by truck for 16th time.