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Teen loses control, crashes into Red Rat clothing store
A witness said they watched the young driver lose control.
Whangārei care centre losing more than 60 per cent of government funding
'This service cut means that a fence at the top of the cliff has been removed'.
Northland news in brief: Experience one of the country’s sexiest musicals; thieves apprehended
The latest news bites from around the region.
Store owner welcomes Mangamuka Gorge reopening after tough two years
Eliza Kete has kept the store operating despite SH1 outside the store being closed.
Hūhana Lyndon: Te Tiriti should be something that bonds us
Opinion: Undermining tangata whenua rights rupture the social fabric of Aotearoa.
David Grindle: 'Without prejudice' negotiations – not without risk, but certainly worth considering
OPINION: Employment disputes have a high rate of out-of-court settlement.
Kerikeri teen refuses food to protest New Zealand inaction against war in Gaza
Wren Fisher, 17, is on a liquids-only hunger strike for Palestine.
More socialisation between students and less distraction in class after phone ban, principals say
Schools had to ban phones in class from the start of this term - so how's it going?
Ōruku Landing seeks fast-track consent and regional funding
Ōruku Landing, once considered dead in the water, is hoping for more lifelines.
News in brief: Have your say on speed limits
The latest news bites from around the region.
A salute to our nannies, mums and aunties
Celebrating modern wāhinetanga/womanhood on Far North stage.
News briefs from the Far North - Sleep help, representation review meeting and school reunion planned
News snippets from the Far North.
Kevin Page: Spilling the beans on a brekkie bogan
OPINION: The fun began when he was trying to get some baked beans on to his plate.
Kaitāia celebrating opening of new sports hub and town square
The big day will kick off at 5.30am when the town square officially opens.
News in brief: Surf lifesaving club’s plea to council
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaipara waste-to-energy plant opponents: Spare us the sales pitch
Opponents say decision-makers needed to know about the incinerator’s risks.
King’s Birthday Honours 2024: Seven Northlanders recognised for their work
Our reporters caught up with the recipients.
Three big winter weather trends: Was May’s chill a prelude to a freezing few months?
The first half of 2024 brought us drought and deluges. So what's to come in winter?
Man dies after his vehicle crashed into trees in Far North
The car rolled on a gentle bend and hit trees.
Holiday weekend tragedy: One dead after Northland crash
The crash was reported around 5.30pm yesterday.
Northland's Golden Bay wants to replace all coal in its cement making by 2030
Golden Bay has replaced more than half of its coal but wants to do more.
Our Treasures: Whangārei Museum celebrates 40 years
Look out for the museum’s celebrations later this year,
'Say goodbye to each other': Dad allegedly threatened sons after Aramoana massacre
The man is facing 38 historical charges of abuse on his children.
Carolyn Hansen: Lifestyle plays a big part in chronic disease risk
OPINION: Chronic lifestyle diseases are incurable, but they are also preventable.
Joe Bennett: Collectors of a feather could flock together
Opinion: I still don’t understand why the people in the auction room applauded.
Askoy II restored 30 years after being wrecked on a Northland beach
The boat was tossed onto the sand about 2km south of Baylys Beach in a huge storm.
Owner of exclusive Northland home ordered to remove illegal 52m seawall
Northland Regional Council has prosecuted...
Complex repair job on Mangamuka Gorge nears completion
After years of disruption, Far North's Mangamuka Gorge to reopen before Christmas.
Activities for all this long weekend in Northland
The Northern Advocate has compiled a list of things to do this long weekend.
Northland identity dies after lifetime supporting the country’s heritage
'Heather has left a wonderful legacy'.
Northlanders react with mixed feelings on 2024 Budget
Mixed feelings on Budget even though some say Willis delivered what she promised.
Budget: $14 billion revealed in tax cuts worth $4-$40 a fortnight
Follow our live coverage – what's in the Budget for you?
Use our tax calculator to see what’s in the Budget for you
What today's Budget means for your back pocket.