News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
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Northland quad bike crash results in critical injuries, patient flown to hospital
The crash occurred just off SH1 in Mangamuka, around midday Sunday.
Nearly 300 take part in Pink Loop Walk for Northland breast cancer battlers
Northlanders are fighting back against the highest rate of breast cancer in the country.
Community stepping in to safeguard Doubtless Bay kiwi
There's no doubt about a new kiwi population in Doubtless Bay.
News in brief: Large-scale training exercise in Northland this weekend
The latest news bites from around the region.
Joe Bennett: The only immortality worth striving for is creating that which outlives you
Joe Bennett reflects on life and the modern digital archiving of information
'I was freaking out': Daughter furious elderly mum had to drive to Northland after flight cancelled
Lise Strathdee is furious after her mum's flight was cancelled and she drove to Kerikeri.
Boatie boom: 400 vessels expected to descend on Northland during summer
This year there will be about 250 boats in Whangārei Harbour.
Northlanders help survey wetland bird at risk of extinction
Hundreds of people have signed up for the first national citizen's-science bittern count.
Far North's Ahipara surf break draws competitors for Aotearoa Māori Surfing Titles
The comp brings hundreds to Ahipara over Labour Weekend.
Driver testing: Ongoing funding for community driver testing scheme beyond 2026
Government will continue funding community driver testing scheme beyond 2026.
Police crackdown: Drunk driver caught near school at 3pm
Another blew triple the limit at 9am.
Freshwater focus for Northland education events
An estimated 25,000-plus students are involved in the programme.
Far North, the drama on 90 Mile Beach meth bust, up for 7 NZ Television Awards
Drama series on massive Ninety Mile drug up for seven NZ TV awards
Care of woman by Kaitaia Hospital and others inadequate, breached rights
The type 2 diabetes sufferer underwent two amputations but died from bacterial infection.
Northlander shocked police failed to attend attempted dog theft and assault
Kaikohe man called 111 after someone tried to steal his Rottweilers and punch him.
Highest ever ranking for Kaitāia boxing world champion Mea Motu
Number two world ranking for Far North boxing world champion Mea Motu
News briefs from the Far North - fireworks, rock and reggae and garden safari upcoming
News snippets from the Far North.
John Williamson: Time to have an intelligent, dispassionate conversation about toll roads
OPINION: Our most famous toll road was the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Northland oysters feature in Bay of Islands' Oktoberfest X Oysterfest event
German-style Oktoberfest and Oysterfest for Bay of Islands this month
Big celebration for Awanui Day in Far North town
Far North town celebrates big time at annual Awanui Day.
'Urgent': Pharmacists providing healthcare amid rising GP wait times
Local pharmacists are providing medical care and advice amid long GP wait times
News in brief: Snippets of news from Northland
Police thankful for public’s help in catching alleged intoxicated driver.
'His spirit, like his work, remains free and eternal': Remembering renowned photographer Frank Habicht
'He could connect with people whether it was homeless or celebrities.'
The legacy of Frank Habicht in photographs
Photographer Frank Habicht is renowned for capturing the swinging sixties from Mick Jagger to peace protests.
Northland police rebuked for not providing medical care after Kāeo arrest
Police cleared of using excessive force in firearm search where man suffered head injury.
'It's really nasty': Health officials bracing for whooping cough outbreak
Health officials are bracing for a whooping cough outbreak, with newborns most at risk.
Pylon collapse: Upgraded lines and big batteries considered
This is part of a package of measures agreed with Northland leaders.
Far North news briefs - Pink Ribbon donations wanted, new resort manager and rugby league development role
News snippets from the Far North.
New ACC Māori initiative Hāpai aids Far North man's ruptured Achilles recovery
ACC programme specifically for Māori helps Far North man recover from serious injury
New term for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled means new people learning to ride
Busy time ahead for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled.
Thousands turn out to Whangārei’s second annual maritime festival
Thousands descended on the Town Basin for the Maritime Festival
Police thankful for public's help in catching alleged intoxicated driver in Onerahi
Police arrested a man allegedly driving while three times over the legal alcohol limit.
Gulls sighted around Whangārei Harbour covered in oily substance
Four have died. The Whangārei Native Bird Recovery Centre is bracing for more arrivals.