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Tropical fruits the way to go in winterless Northland
A climate report warns of rising temperatures and more frequent droughts in Northland.
Marriage proposal follows singer's default lockdown in Whangārei
While touring New Zealand, singer Maggie Cocco finds love at a Whangārei Irish bar.
Locals outraged at dumping of shark on Dargaville street
The illegal dumping of a shark causes waves in local reaction.
Ferocious weather first claimed their life raft, and then their yacht. This is how three Kiwi sailors survived
Help came from above, and just in time.
After 19 months of construction Whangārei's Loop Rd roundabout opens on Monday
Whangārei's Loop Rd roundabout on SH1 to open on Monday for first time.
Northland bakers in the running for best sausage rolls
13 bakers have put their best meat-filled pastries forward.
Award for art and mentoring programme at Northland's Ngawha prison
Creative inmates at Ngawha prison are thrilled with their recent Arts Access award.
Bluebottle swarm surprises beachgoers at Matauri Bay
Stinging sea creatures at mercy of winds, currents, and thrive as sunlight hours increase.
Messages of support for Taniwha before Shield challenge
Taniwha fans are hoping for a win tonight.
The Owl and the Pussy-Cat sail into Whangārei
It's a fantastical journey with an important message.
Northland rugby fans hoping to bring Ranfurly Shield home
After 41 years, Northland rugby fans hope to bring Ranfurly Shield home again.
Winston Peters talks to 150 at NZ First's final Whangārei election rally
NZ First leader Winston Peters makes last plea for votes at a rally in Whangārei
Work starts on Mid North water storage scheme
First of up to four Mid North dams will be built just east of Kaikohe.
Potential in pigs, says Northland pig farm owner
Pork industry growth offers opportunities for pig farming ventures, says Graham Taylor.
Cruise ship spending jumps in 2019-20 but coming season a likely write-off
Despite a Covid-shortened season and fewer passengers, spending in North rose 17 per cent.
Ranfurly Shield challenge hits fever pitch
Northland have an opportunity to win the Ranfurly Shield after 42 years.
News snippets from Northland
No injuries in SH1 crash; and Bay Walking Weekend returns.
Fiji double celebration comes to Kororāreka
Th Covid border closure brings Fiji's 50th-anniversary celebrations to the Bay of Islands.
Dying son's final wish: Forgive my killer
Tawhirimatea Tahere's last words were for his family to forgive his killer
Builders pull together to help animal charity
BOI Animal Rescue has helped countless creatures since 2016 - now they're getting a hand.
Court removes Stephenson Island trustees
Two men breached fiduciary duty to all the owners of Stephenson Island.
Shellfish ban imposed on Northland's west coast
Phone Healthline or seek medical attention if you become ill after eating shellfish.
Whangārei's Kathy Ramsay walking from Cape Reinga to home city
The 53-year-old begins her Northland trek today, walking for mental health.
Whatuwhiwhi community has had enough of methamphetamine scourge
Far North community marches against methamphetamine.
Vandalised Northland election billboards 'more violent in nature'
The 2020 general election campaign has taken a sinister turn in Northland.
Pink Ribbon bike ride in Northland raised $7144
Motorbike ride through Northland raised more than $7000 to help fight breast cancer.
Avocado thefts a public health risk, grower says
Insecticide spray warning: Buyers of stolen fruit don't know if it's safe to eat.