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Whangārei Fringe 2022: A library with a human twist
People are encouraged to interact with a 'human book' in a bid to 'unjudge' others.
More delays as second slip discovered on Brynderwyn Hills
The addition of a second slip is only expected to add up to 10 minutes to travel times.
'Every second counts': Driver cut free after Ruakākā crash
Two people were critically injured when their cars collided on State Highway 1 last night.
Comment: Extreme weather events make a new system for funding roads essential
We need to continue to advocate for properly funded roads as they're vital: Williamson
Your guide to keep the kids entertained these school holidays
Need to entertain the kiddos? We've got you covered with this school holiday guide.
Whangārei Fringe 2022: What the Folk strumming life into the genre
An instrument petting zoo is part of the mini-folk festival destined in the city this week
Bay News: Coastal Classic celebrates 40th anniversary
Yacht race once again proves popular.
Close win ensures Taniwha's NPC playoff chances are alive
Dan Hawkins penalty wins the game for Northland against Bay of Plenty.
Douglas Chowns' new painting on show in Whangārei - briefly
The painting will soon be sent to the museum in the UK that commissioned it.
Mayors represent region at Queen Elizabeth II State memorial service
Far North Mayor John Carter met The Queen in 1995 when he showed her around Parliament.
Whangārei mayoral candidates against Three Waters
Co-governance, crime and plans for the first 100 days in office were laid out last night.
Northland art is going under the hammer for Ukraine
Organisers are asking local artists to donate their work for the November auction.
From simple online selling to setting sights on overseas market
Northlander's creative ability in traditional Māori practice recognised.
Local Iranians react to mass anti-govt protests back home
Whangārei-based Bahai'i fears for the safety of her relatives in Iran.
'I freak out every time I hear a vehicle': Kāinga Ora slammed for poor vetting of tenant
Kāinga Ora won't consult neighbours prior to its new tenants moving into state houses.
Nearly 500 students back at school after truancy campaign launch
The Let's Get to School campaign began in early August.
Community supports family after child's death falling from tree
A friend of the family said Declan was normally a confident tree-climber.
One arrested in Kaeo after armed police search
One person arrested in Northland following an AOS callout.
Police justified in pursuing car after driver fired shots
The fleeing driver fired multiple shots at police from a .303 rifle
Bumper wedding season ahead for region's event organisers
Party hire, make-up artists and wedding gown suppliers in Northland flat out.
News in brief: Public memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
'It was very scary' Brothers flee burning yacht in the nick of time
Brothers use dinghy to get to shore after their boat catches fire in the Bay of Islands.
One hundred games not out for Taniwha mascot
Taniwha mascot to run for his 100th game against Manawatu in Kaikohe.
Playwright hopes Northlanders recall positives about Covid lockdown
Playwright Anders Falstie-Jensen explains why people should reflect on Covid lockdowns.
Northland leak 52 points against Tasman Mako in Nelson
Two must-win games for Northland to make the Bunnings Warehouse NPC play-offs.
Junior football teams turn out for Aimee Lindsay memorial games
Around 65 teams turned up to play in honour of Aimee Lindsay.
Northlander marches in procession taking Queen's casket to final resting place
Northlander Anya Ruri marches in procession taking Queen's casket to Westminster Abbey.
John Carter wraps up 55-year career in local, central government
Staff recall Mayor's 2am emails, boundless energy and enthusiasm, and "dad jokes".
New social housing development planned for prime Whangārei site
Kāinga Ora embarks on a major social housing build and re-development in Whangārei.
Joe Bennett: All's fair in love and war - and school prize-giving
The lack of fairness in school prizegivings is baffling
Northland principals welcome new equity funding
Principals are happy to receive extra equity funding they first asked for 20 years ago.
Delays crossing Brynderwyns south of Whangārei next week while slip repaired
Slip on south side of Brynderwyn Hill, south of Whangārei, was caused by recent weather.
Northland news in brief: Daylight Saving starts; Candidate says don't vote for me; and more
News snippets from Northland.