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Newly-graduated constable ready to reel in the big fish, and crims.
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First-of-its-kind partnership dedicated to dementia launched in Far North
Data shows Māori are being diagnosed with dementia almost 10 years earlier than non-Māori.
The biggest and best Northland Field Days yet, organiser says
More than 300 exhibitors will be showcasing the latest in farming and lifestyle.
Seeka feels lash of 2023 weather with $14.5m net loss
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Retire or get help: Elderly farmer fined for neglect of cows that were euthanised
A neighbour reported a cow lying in the yard was "barely alive".
David Grindle: Embracing the evolution of work
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High school student reportedly assaulted with homemade taser
A parent has said the video reflects an ongoing fighting culture at the school.
Man in serious condition after crashing into Kerikeri clothing store
A car driven by a man in his 80s crashed into a shop window.
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Humanitarian photographer Helen Manson brings her exhibition to Northland.
ReSport golfing fundraiser to tee off in the name of helping others
The carnival style day is about giving back to the community, organiser says.
Northland Sports Awards finalists named
Notable names such as Lani Daniels, Krystal Murray, and Blair Tuke are all in the mix.
Mangawhai high school may be open by early 2025
Independent school would cater to students who now travel to access secondary education.
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$10k Top Energy scholarship for student with love of design, geology, creating models
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NZTA reassures motorists following logging truck crash on Brynderwyns detour
'It’s too narrow and windy to sustain trucks that size.'
Kerikeri's Jane Molloy-Wolt has two artworks in Molly Morpeth Canaday awards
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Latest augmented and virtual reality technology taking Far North youth on journey to their past
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News snippets from the Far North.
Boatie who sank historic Russell ferry pleads guilty
The crash sank a historic ferry and critically injured its skipper Bill Elliot, 77.
One dead in crash south of Whangārei
Third fatal crash in Northland in two days claims fourth life.
'Beloved husband', promising teen: Tributes for two killed in rally crash
The rally driver and his co-pilot died on Sunday after their car was submerged in a river.
Logging truck crash blocks main Brynderwyns detour less than 24 hours after closure
A truck has crashed on day one of the Brynderwyns detour routes.
Teen killed in Far North crash: Police warn about wet weather
The rain after weeks of dry weather is said to have contributed to the crash.
Don't forget your roots: Far North marae linked to Six60 lead to start nationwide tour
Mangawhai, Opononi, Te Kao and Kaitāiā will host the world-class act.
Fight against invasive seaweed caulerpa boosted by $5m Govt funding
Northlanders have been urging the Government to step up its investment to fight caulerpa.
Māori golfer Kyle Mahi tees up for a shot at New Zealand Open
'It’s quite special to not only represent Māori, but also my whakapapa.'