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Whangārei Heads' lower speed limits to be reviewed amid backlash
Local councillor reminding people not everybody can have what they want.
Window into the world before Christianity restored after lost taonga found 200 years later
There are more than 16,000 taonga Māori in overseas museums.
One of Northland’s last surviving WWII veterans dies aged 101
Guest served in Egypt and Italy before returning to the family farm in Motukauri.
Rescue of critically injured surfer shows importance of Mangawhai surf club
The lifeguard's rescue was text-book thanks to fortunate timing and training.
Person dies in Far North crash: SH10 reopens
Emergency services are responding to a crash on SH10 near Cottle Drive.
'Terrible tragedy’: Two dead in crash at motorsport rally event in Northland
The pair were involved in a single-car incident that saw their vehicle leave the road.
ArtBeat 2024 at the Whangārei Town Basin
Northland's biggest free interactive art festival drew in a huge crowd keen to get creative.
Whangārei Lotto player wins big in Saturday night draw
However, Powerball wasn't won, meaning $10m is up for grabs on Wednesday.
Joe Bennett: Technology is always changing and change is daunting
Opinion: People feel powerless before it and threatened by it.
Trial date set for man accused of fatal crash resulting in teen's death
The 17-year-old died in a two-car collision in June 2023.
Mākutu may have led to return of taonga stolen from museum
Kaitāia’s Te Ahu Museum may increase security after a taonga was stolen.
News in brief: Surfing for Farmers is back; Kāeo Bridge opens
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Opinion: Breaking down barriers in New Zealand
How do we break down barriers between communities to improve social cohesion in NZ?
No room for error: What it’s really like driving the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd detour route
Reporter Jenny Ling takes a road trip along a Brynderwyns detour to see what it's like.
'A constant stress': Residents' health affected by truck-riddled Brynderwyns detour route
Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd residents prepare for onslaught of trucks during Brynderwyns detour.
'World's most predictable problem': SH1 Brynderwyns closure angers truckies
A group representing NZ trucking firms is calling for long-term transport planning.
'Admiring' young fans lend their support to Blues ahead of Fijian Drua clash
'I want to be like them and play rugby at the top level some day.'
Excitement over Dargaville's first Pizza Hut store
On some nights due to demand they had run out of freshly made dough.
Lock Josh Beehre makes Blues debut against Fijian Drua in Whangārei hometown
The former Whangārei Boys' High School student says he has come full circle.
Mangawhai Heads rescue successful
The rescue of surfer Matthew Scott by Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard Service was fortunate to not be hindered by locked gates and containers. Video / Givealittle, Michael Cunningham, Elevated Media, Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard Service
Severely underweight: Farming couple fined nearly $50,000 for animal neglect
A Northland couple has been banned from dairy farming due to animal neglect.
'Lost my best mate': Twin of critically-hurt surfer on brother's 'long, hard' recovery
The 32-year-old suffered critical spinal injures after slamming head-first into a sandbar.
'It's about survival': Kids as young as 11 working as farm hands to help feed family
No warm clothes, hungry bellies and working on farms is some children's daily reality.
Fundraiser started for young family who 'lost everything' in house fire
'Fortunately, they are all safe, but they are all shaken from this traumatic incident.'
'Complete closure' for some businesses during SH1 Brynderwyn Hill repairs
While they agree the road needs to repaired, they are dreading the impact of the closure.
Teen dad high on cannabis found not guilty of newborn son's manslaughter
'There’s no suggestion that he deliberately assaulted his cherished son' - defence.
Late cancellation of university teaching course not good enough, says campus founder
The former campus director says training teachers in Northland is vital
Mum grabs kids and runs as fire breaks out in kitchen
A young couple have lost everything after their Whangārei home caught fire.
Kirsty Halliday's journey from award-winning photographer to medal winning athlete
Halliday's success driven by desire to inspire others to chase their dreams
Mangawhai Bar collision prompts warning to surfers to avoid crowds, accept ability
Finding somewhere to surf without a crowd is increasingly important for surfers.
John Williamson: More road cones, but also more traffic management rules
The temporary traffic management system adds significantly to the cost of roading jobs.
Northland news in brief: Whangārei tests solar panel cleaning robot; Covid inquiry heads north
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