And they're off - Race day at Ruakaka
Pictures from Whangārei Racing Club's outing at Ruakaka.
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Proposal could allow research firm to close Hokianga airspace during drone tests.
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20 months jail for man who strangled partner
New legislation made strangulation and suffocation a criminal offence.
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A decision made by the assistant referee proved controversial for Northland FC members.
Photos: Northland's high school bands star at Smokefreerockquest
PHOTOS: Northland's high school bands star at Smokefreerockquest.
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A&P Society refreshes old farm cadetship model
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Northland Native Tree Advisor Paul Quinlan to help restore NZ flora
Northland Native Tree Advisor Paul Quinlan to help restore NZ flora.
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Earl keen to impress on the national stage
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Play's raunchy journey mirrored in real life
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Waste firm plan for landfill 'risk' to Kaipara Harbour
Kaipara mayor and iwi leaders protest against new dump just outside Northland border.
Nearly half test positive for flu at their GPs
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Coach Cunis hands reins to Parlane
It would be hard to find someone more committed to Northland cricket for the role.
Wahine Toa avoid relegation in one-goal thriller
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Plants destroyed, property restrained in Northland drug sweep
During Operation Piano two properties were restrained under the Proceeds of Crimes Act.
Students do battle in cross-country
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Hundreds make submissions to Puriri Park Rd housing plan
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Northland news in brief: Search scaled back, and teachers' strike off
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Dog control back in Kaipara council's hands
Armourguard loses dog control contract in Kaipara after a spate of complaints.
'Hero' blood donors help Kaeo man give back to community
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Endowment fund making a real difference
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Whangārei couple in tears after $500,000 Lotto First Division win
A Whangārei couple were reduced to tears of joy after a $500,000 Lotto First Division win.
Serious incidents infecting Northland football
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Family devastated after sheep attacked three times by roaming dogs
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Hopes fade for woman missing off Matauri Bay
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Bream Bay College band Jeeks win Northland Smokefreerockquest final
Bream Bay College band Jeeks win Northland Smokefreerockquest final.
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