Summer seed gathering sets up future generations of Northland dune plants
Thousands of sand dune plant seedheads are gathered from Northland beaches in summer, and propagated so locals can return the plants to their coastline.
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Kiwi found dead in Northland DoC trap
A woman found a kiwi dead in a trap in Northland's Puketi Omahuta forest.
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Flying like a bird sees Far North man win national hang gliding title
Name revealed of boy convicted of murder at age 14
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The 'church' burglary was reported to police at 6.30am.
The 38 roads where speed limits will be increased
The changes will take effect by July 1.
Cyclist, 19, dies after hit and run in Northland
An investigation team is hunting for the person responsible.
Northland teachers face challenges as curriculum changes loom in 2025
Northland educators remain dedicated amid upheavals.
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The road was expected to remain closed until Thursday afternoon.
Mangamuka road repairs survive first major storm since reopening
Despite heavy rain, Mangamuka Gorge repairs in Far North survive first big storm
'They bit me': Ultrarunner speaks out after dog attack on NZ trail
The dogs belonged to a nearby property owner and were not wild as first reported.
Sweetwater Aquifer getting water into Kaitāia homes soon – council
After two false starts, water from Sweetwater Aquifer is set to flow into Kaitāia homes.
‘Mind-blowing’ effort: Community unites after Mangawhai tornado
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'Everything to lose': Community protests Bream Bay sand mining
Protesters fear the proposed fast-track sand mining project could kill marine life.
One dead in SH1 crash near Wellsford
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Bream Bay sand mining protest
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Thermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fund
Far North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.
Far North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wanted
News snippets from the Far North.
Kevin Page: A dog walk on the wild side
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Tornado’s trail of destruction leaves 35 Mangawhai buildings damaged, 200 homes still without power
The Mangawhai tornado seriously injured two people were and damaged 35 homes.
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‘Bring your own jars’: Retirees abuzz with bumper honey harvest
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Trust providing support for disabled robbed of more than $2000
Money raised for the Special Olympics was taken.
Veteran firefighter says Mangawhai tornado worst he’s seen
Mangawhai residents are rallying to help one another after the tornado.
Future-proofing our roads: The strategy behind timely reseals
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