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Editorial: There's a new villain in town this winter and it ain't Covid
The most relatable experience I've had in a long time is the flu, says Karina Cooper.
Kiwi racing legend claims Far North Rally title
Mechanical issues hamper defending Far North rally champion Ben Hunt.
Motorcyclist dies after crash involving truck in Ngunguru
A serious crash early this afternoon has resulted in injuries.
Northland rangatahi claims a double with speech and table tennis wins
Whangārei teen wins big at Race Unity speech contest and secondary schools sports titles.
I wanted to celebrate surviving: Therese Wickbom recalls mental health struggles
Bald Angels Charitable Trust founder Therese Wickbom opens up about her own mental health
'It is up to us, as members of Aotearoa, to work towards racial unity' : says Northland teen on winning Race Unity Speech Awards winner
Northland student is named the joint national winner of the Race Unity Speech Awards.
Youth homelessness rising: Housing and wraparound support needed, experts say
A housing plan specifically for taitamariki in Whangārei is being considered.
Mid Western veteran to play in his 250th match in semis
Late bloomer ends up playing 249 games for Mid Western rugby.
Carolyn Hansen: Essential nutrients, what they are and why you need them
A healthy diet provides the body with all the nutrients needed for its nourishment.
Police searching for man who allegedly shot at police, due for trial
Trial was due to begin this month for Cliff Wharerau and 5 others accused of kidnapping.
New funding aimed at gambling minimisation as Northlanders spend $82,000 a day on pokies
Ngā Manga Puriri welcome new gambling harm minimisation strategy, including funding.
Northland's stretched firefighters welcome end to vax mandate
Brigades are not out of the woods yet - returning volunteers need to catch up on training.
Four people killed in four Northland crashes named
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crashes are ongoing.
Kaitaia physiotherapist claiming more than $478k in compensation
A second Northlander is claiming wall panels are faulty and is seeking compensation.
Two arrests after commercial burglary
Two youths were arrested after a commercial burglary last night.
Man denies murdering Hokianga mum Gaelene Bright
The man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright can now be named.
Lucky Whangārei Lotto player lands $1 million win
Someone in Tikipunga is waking up $1 million richer this morning after last night's Lotto.
Mum fears for daughter over state of fire service
Daughter puts life on the line for others for a "couple of bucks" more than minimum wage.
Two arrests after alleged shooting in Kaikohe
Two men were arrested after a gun was allegedly discharged, police said.
'Changing my food habits has saved my life'
Amber's Kitchen is first of a kind eatery in Northland, now open in Whangārei. .
'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changes
Northland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.
Two arrested after armed police swoop on Kaikohe house
A major police callout is unfolding on a Kaikohe cul-de-sac.
A day of heavy rain forecast for Northland
A heavy rain watch is in place for Northland as downpours continue and water levels rise.
Flamboyant band set to bring debut album tour to Kerikeri
T-Bone is urging audiences to ditch the Covid blues for their high energy tunes.
Comment: Inflation pain intensified by the housing crisis
Vaughan Gunson deliberates on the Catch-22 the country's social crises face
News bites: Rail upgrades begin, mystery roadside cameras, elderly man found in water stable
The latest news snippets from around the region.
Top four teams battle it out on Saturday for a place in the final
Ngāti Hine Moerewa United Kawakawa prems side in the final for the first time.
Increase in anti-social behaviour in Whangārei CBD
A small group of young people are responsible for the increase in anti-social behaviour.
Road reopened after crash on SH1, Mata
Diversions were in place until the scene was cleared.
Ex-council chief has new, green calling
Rob Forlong's new career move has been announced after departing from WDC in April
Gang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warns
There are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.
Drivers told to belt up and slow down after four fatal crashes
There have been four fatal crashes in Northland since last Tuesday.
Kerikeri student crowned joint winner of Race Unity Speech Award
Joe Howell's speech about working together to end racism earned him a top podium finish