Another power pole bowled (no. 206 since 2016)
Truckie did 'all the right things' by staying in his cab until power turned off.
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Police recover a BB gun and knife after Kamo High School fight
Principal writes to parents after groups of students fight while others film the incident.
Aupōuri aquifer avocado dispute could be decided next week
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Acclaimed soprano Sophie Sparrow performing hometown shows
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An unusual job for women - but duo determined to do it
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Couple not letting pandemic deter them from opening new business
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News snippets from Northland
BB gun and knife taken to school; pair removed from airplane over explosive comment.
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Five tonnes of Whangārei citrus brings winter cheer to South Islanders
Five tonnes of citrus from Whangārei has been distributed around the South Island.
Mangōnui's much-loved mural wins national award
Community voted on the design, which pays homage to Mangōnui and its taiao.
Ngāpuhi says free dental care convoy a good idea with bad timing
Dr Scott Waghorn's convoy of mobile dental clinics got as far as the Te Hana 'border'.
Mask enforcement a concern for bus driver
The rule of mandatory mask wearing on public transport will come into effect on Monday.
Northland police thank community for support in tragic baby death case
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Rugby final drama overcomes Covid-19 restrictions
The field on Saturday was completely fenced off from the public.
Police advise people to be vigilant after spike in burglaries
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Waipū seal title with extra time penalty
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NRC urging boat owners to have wreck removal insurance
NRC forced to dispose off abandoned vessels at a cost it can ill-afford.
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Whangārei Rod and Custom Club gives $15K to Kind Hands Respite Care Cottage
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Ngāpuhi service station gets iwi-themed makeover
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Northland's Covid testing numbers drop
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