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Far North students connect to te ao Māori and learn essential life skills
Students learning life skills in the Far North.
'Parliament starts with family, empathy and humanity': Bereft Act MP thanks well-wishers for support
The second-term MP's loss was honoured by PM Luxon, other politicians and public figures.
Rugby great Sid Going farewelled in Northland rain
About 1000 people turned out in the rain for the funeral of NZ legend 'Super Sid' Going.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
Rain-maker: Warning severe North Island weather could cause flash flooding
An orange alert is already in place for one region, where up to 160mm could fall.
Youths arrested over Far North car-thefts - police thank public for their help
Far North car-theft sprees ended with arrest of four youths
Youths who threatened shop staff following aggravated robbery in Northland, arrested
Speedy Police response locks in four arrests.
Principals happy lunch in schools continuing, but some questions remain
The programme will continue for the next two years on a tighter budget.
New future beckons for idyllic Aroha Island
Ngā Kaitiaki o Motu Aroha Charitable Trust has been established to help the island thrive.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
Final farewell for Northland rugby legend 'Super Sid' Going
One of New Zealand's greatest ever rugby players, Sid Going, has died aged 80.
Paint attacks hit Stop Co-Governance signs in Whangārei
How do you explain anti-co-governance signs to a Māori child?
Cause of Whangārei house fire being investigated
Fire badly damages Hikurangi, Whangārei home.
Art on tour as Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally hits the road
70-plus on Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally
Two escape 'rough landing' as helicopter comes down on beach
Police received report at 12.15pm of a helicopter going down.
Sid Going 1943-2024: ‘Super Sid’ was a nickname that defined the man, writes Phil Gifford
'One of the most exciting footballers to ever play the game.'
Man's 20-year battle: Council still liable to pay millions after losing resource consent
The Court of Appeal has ruled and the council must still pay.
'Save my dad': Daughter's mission to raise $130k for incurable blood cancer
“Please help save my dad,” appeals the youngest daughter Tayla Bennett.
Carolyn Hansen: Your mind and your weight
Creating a healthy weight-loss mindset is key.
Joe Bennett: I unscrew the cap and immediately I am back in a dressing shed before a rugby match
Opinion: Excuse me while I reminisce.
News in brief: Whangārei Hospital baby unit moving and changing name; Choral music festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
Former lawyer jailed for sharing child sex abuse images
His offending was discovered after Customs received a tip from a US agency.
ECE centre closing after 50 years show more funding needed, teachers say
Staff have said Government funding doesn't cut it when centres have qualified staff.
Teen taken into custody after numerous car break-ins reported in Northland
"Our message ... is simple. You will be held to account.”
Why Northland bull Sherlock is outstanding in his field
Glen Kaycee Sherlock JG is a CRV Jersey bull bred by the Tucker family from Northland.
Slips and broken bridges continue to keep eastern Te Paki tracks closed
Ngāti Kuri is mulling over alternatives to the extensively damaged waterfront walkways.
News in brief: Free Youth Week bus rides, Debut Latin American Festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
'You are all of my successes': Act MP mourns son and rugby player
The second-term MP's loss been honoured by PM Luxon, other politicians and public figures.
'Ignorance is not an excuse' Northland man fronts up over alleged illegal fishing
Fisherman explains how he came to be fishing in a protected marine reserve.
News in brief: Barrier Air’s new service open for bookings, road closure in Otaika
The latest news bites from around the region.
Bay News: Beer fest back; conquering caulerpa; citizen scientists set sail
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Te Iwitahi civic centre has been honoured for a “strong tikanga Māori narrative”
Whangārei’s civic centre and other architectural marvels win at awards