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DoC's Northland campsites could sell out for summer
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First cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next year
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Forest mega-mast a mixed blessing for Far North native fauna
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NZ’s first wāhine Māori chairwoman resigns Northland Regional Council role
Tui Shortland's resignation effective from Tuesday's meeting; she stays on the council.
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Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.
Kaipara councillor opens meeting with karakia despite mayor's ban
The meeting opened with the words: “Kia hora te marino”.
End of one era, start of another as Kaitāia mosaic wall removed
Much-loved Kaitāia mosaic wall being removed to make way for town square.
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Whangārei iwi threaten occupation if housing development goes ahead
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News in brief: Pool club triumphs; restrictions around dogs on beaches
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Ruawai property in spotlight over who gets potential sale funds
The decision will now go to the full council to decide.
Northland house prices join trend in nationwide growth
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Some Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fix
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Far North mayor's vow to improve dog control welcomed
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Dozens of Far North storm slips repaired, but some will take three years
Far North roads are still impacted by 175 slips from severe weather events.