Four Waiwera water slides find new home in Northland
Arguably the most iconic slide was too damaged by vandals to salvage.
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The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
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Kaitāia to celebrate soldiers from 28th Māori Battalion and all wars
Kaitāia to remember fallen from 28th Māori Battalion in special ceremony
Youngest learners vulnerable amidst sector struggles, teachers say
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'We were horrified': Hapū occupy site to stop access road
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'Not his duty': Father claims he's not liable for getting medical attention for badly burned pre-schooler
Crown alleges: “This was not a minor burn to this four-year-old’s body, it was severe."
‘Spellbinding’: Fashion awards showcase local talent
The Northland Bernina Fashion Awards were back bigger and better than ever this year.
'Precious soul': Young woman killed in Canterbury crash
Several others were injured in the two-car crash in Coalgate, Selwyn.
'Costing the country money': Far North physio and dentist shortage reaches crisis point
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'It’s terrible what happened to him': Beloved street busker in hospital after alleged hit-and-run
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'Stupendously successful': Whangārei Maritime Festival wows 13,000-plus visitors
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Kevin Page: Parking pickle ends on an amicable note
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'It’s such a privilege and honour' Northlander proud to lead the Kiwis into battle
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'It’s only a matter of time until someone ... is killed': Fears child will be hit at notorious school intersection
The community member says the council has dragged its heels on safety work.
Whangārei's Wiremu Neho named community golf coach of the year
Several of his prodigies have reached high performance levels nationally.
'Blinded by anger': Man hunted down ex and beat her in supermarket carpark
Judge:"It should cause you shame...the person you love sees you and cowers on the ground."
Which electorate gave Liz Gunn's NZ Loyal party the most votes?
The electorate where it got the largest preliminary support got just under 1200 votes.
Two men in court after Ruakākā incident
The men were arrested following the death of Teina Pickering.
Northland woman killed in dog attack was dearly-loved mother figure to many
The attack rocked the small town of Moerewa last Thursday.
Caution advised after sperm whales die after stranding on Ninety Mile Beach
Public asked to maintain caution while using Ninety Mile Beach after whale stranding.
From water to wine: The story of Dancing Petrel
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The road ahead: What Northland's leaders want to see from our new MPs
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'Humbled and honoured' New MPs ready to get to work for region
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The Labour MP is narrowly in front in the Te Tai Tokerau seat.
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The Herald answers your questions on what happens now.