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Northland economy one of strongest in country post-lockdown world
Northland has one of the best performing economies in the country.
Northland op shops: How fast fashion and Covid lockdowns cause massive household clear-outs
Northland's charity op shops have been swamped with "a tsunami of clothing" of late.
Threats made before family home destroyed by fire
The Advocate understands a woman and two children left the house after threats were made.
News snippets from Northland
Swingbridge demolition starts; and Kerikeri identity dies after cancer battle.
'Coastal inundation' risk as huge swells return
Swells up to 10m battered Northland's east coast on Sunday
Thieves barking up wrong tree in attempted Ruakākā dognapping
Illegal dog fighting rings and backyard breeders fuel the theft of loved family pets.
Business leaders upset after councils pull support for Oruku development
Tourism and business leaders lash councils for not providing enough funding for Oruku
Wheelchair Basketball NZ league tips off in Whangārei
This is the first time a two-day wheelchair basketball round had been held in Whangārei.
FNDC ditches capital-value plan after rates rise outcry
The proposed rating change was 'too hard, too fast', one councillor says.
Kaikohe bike riders under watch from council
Police confiscate bikes from errant riders in Kaikohe as council looks for solution.
Popstars with comes full circle with Northland link to final 4
The top four NZ Popstars will battle it out for the title and $100,000 prize.
Animal foster parents open their homes and hearts
Northland animal foster parents reveal the highs and lows of fostering.
Whangārei youngsters competing in crime linked to rise in vehicle thefts
People are encouraged to report vehicle crimes to police before posting on social media.
WDC pull support for $220m riverside development
''This is just another hiccup'' - developer determined to look at other funding sources.
Jane Mander undertakes huge rollout of Covid vaccine
One aged-care resident describes the Covid-19 jab as 'just another prick in the arm'.
Budget climate commitment welcomed but more needed, campaigners say
Budget sets aside $300m for decarbonising the economy; more on the way for EV incentives.
Budget 2021: Northland communities encouraged by $131 million to address family and sexual violence
The funding boost will allow community groups to provide more options to afflicted whānau.
News snippets from Northland
A teen is to stand trial over an alleged Moerewa murder; and more Lotto luck in the North.
Northland cricket greats and best mates scoop prestigious awards
The duo are keen to see more volunteers step up to provide coaching at grassroots level.
Pink Shirt day celebrated as region says no to bullying
Thousands of Northlanders took a stand against bullying for Pink Shirt day
Police arrest women over robbery of elderly resident
Today's arrests came off the back of hard work by the police and help from the public.
Woman pleads guilty to robbing 92-year-old
Lead offender already in jail after admitting robbery, wounding, using stolen bank cards.
Welfare-focused Budget step in the right direction, Northland educators say
Social issues addressed by the Budget are hoped to help improve life in the classroom.
Health reform is at centre of new Budget
Northland health experts want more detail on how the Budget money will be spent.
Kaikohe store's offer: Affordable furniture, appliances, and hope
'Don't get fooled into thinking we're a furniture store. We trade in hope.'
Champion of Champions coming to conclusion
The latest Northland Bowls news from Gwen Lawson.
Kauri dieback cash 'not enough to save forest giants'
Budget 'virtually abandons' Tāne Mahuta and other kauri to the disease, advocate says.
The hills (of Northland) are coming alive with the Sound of Music
Theatre company wants to give public 'a smile on their faces and a song in their hearts'.
Kaipara wind farm could power 25,000 homes
Wind farm plus Ngāwhā power station would produce more than half Northland's power needs.
Smelly red seaweed returns to Waipū Cove
Red algal bloom still a mystery to Waipū locals and NRC staff.
Police probe second Northland shooting in a week
A 35yo has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and presenting a firearm.
Man charged with murdering a man at Moerewa to stand trial
Teen accused of Northland murder to stand trial
Youth advocate's dream comes true
This generation of youth is mighty in my eyes, writes Anahera Pickering.
