Expert believes Enchanter boat should have stayed put amid 'gnarly and confused' weather
The Enchanter skipper continues to stand trial following the deaths of five men.
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Cameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris
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'We are home’ Mum says moving into new community housing life-changing for whānau.
Housing is one of the biggest factors that determined people’s health.
Kevin Page: An appreciation of the much-anticipated sleep in
Kevin had planned for a sleep-in but progress got in the way.
Pathway feels unsafe: Commuter concerns with shared route
Commuters describe their unsafe experiences using the Whangārei shared pathway.
Provided lunches would be welcome relief to all, ECE centre manager says
Savings from the lunch in schools programme have been redirected to ECE.
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News snippets from the Far North.
New date for Brynderwyns reopening announced
NZTA announces a new date for the Brynderwyns reopening.
Guilty verdict: Fall from grace for talented local sportswoman and former physio
The former Whangārei physiotherapist stood trial for theft and defrauding a sports store.
Boost for social housing as Kaikohe units open
Joint venture brings 37 more social homes to Kaikohe.
Police investigate fatal crash in Mangōnui
Police are investigating the fatal crash near the Far North town of Mangōnui last night.
Students to honour Māori Battalion's war efforts in Italy, Greece and Crete
The trip will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for them all.
Long Term Plan: Getting ready for growth - Vince Cocurullo
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Who’s doing the checks? Roading expert angry logging trucks allowed on Brynderwyns detour
Months into the Brynderwyns closure, why are some trucks allowed on a banned detour?
'You can choose your attitude': Teacher battling cancer determined to remain positive
Janet Lang has been a teacher for 43 years - and she's not leaving her school yet.
'Not the only approach that works': Educators question structured literacy mandate
The Government has rolled out a new approach to literacy. So far it's had mixed reviews.
Northland news in brief: Four hurt in Te Kōpuru crash, Kaikohe community housing opens
A crash in Te Kōpuru injured four and other briefs from around Northland.
Can you help find Whangārei’s Zonta Book Fair a new venue?
New venue needed Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair sale.
The Northland island with too many kiwi
The residents of an island in Northland are grappling with an unusual problem.
'Ecstatic' newlyweds in dazzling wedding photos with aurora night sky
'It’s a dream come true.'
Police say sudden death in Rotorua not suspicious
Police were notified of the death at about 10am.
'A really big deal' Rare birds make their home in Whangārei bush
Kakariki have returned to a patch of bush where war has been declared on predators.
Joe Bennett: We need another name for our phones, here’s some suggestions
OPINION: Today’s mobile phone barely ever makes a phone call.
Northlander stars in return of TV show Young Riders
It took a while to get used to being on camera but it soon became second nature.
Fuel prices brought down by competition but motorists still feeling pump pain
The Commerce Commission says price differences cannot be explained by costs alone.
What I wish I had known would change after becoming a mum
The key to your relationship surviving and thriving as a new parent.
Jonny Wilkinson: Extremist groups have decided vulnerable and disabled people are fair game
Opinion: Disabled people may be susceptible to influence from extremist groups.
Northland policewoman Gail Shepherd remembered for ‘amazing’ emergency mahi
'She was a passionate daughter, mother and grandmother.'
Man wanted by police after Tikipunga fatal fire cleared of any suspicion
Police thank the public, Tikipunga homicide investigation continues.
Dairy couple and sharemilker convicted of animal welfare charges give up farming
Whangārei dairy farmers and sharemilker end long careers after guilty verdicts
New swimming lessons will meet deaf community need, instructor says
The move is in a bid to increase diversity and offer more options to the community.
There isn’t a market like it: Owners of popular Kerikeri market hope new buyers keep it going
The Old Packhouse Market in Kerikeri is on the market.
Learning support a game changer for young autistic girl
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