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Removal of playground chimes sparks volley of opinions.
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International Rally of Whangārei roars through the district this weekend
Former WRC driver Hayden Paddon hot favourite for International Rally of Whangārei.
25 years heeding siren's call for Kaitaia fire brigade stalwart Grant Baker
Kaitaia Fire Brigade member Grant Baker honoured for 25 years' service.
Rodney Bell tells extraordinary life story through dance
Multimedia show uses breath-taking dancing, live music and AV projections.
Whangārei tennis ace: Wendy Jambor on balancing business, kids, and gold medals
The Pascoes Tennis Seniors National Championships attract the top players nationwide.
News snippets from Northland
No suspects in suspicious lodge fire; and Hongi Hika's musket withdrawn from sale.
Is this NZ's saddest school lunch?
Despite one issue, Kaitaia principal said students are eating well and wanting more.
Whangārei drive-by shooting: Police want witnesses to come forward
Police believe the vehicle arson in Kamo was linked to the drive-by shooting.
Northland nurses: 'We're sad and feeling deflated'
Nurses are disappointed after recent announcements on pay for public sector employees.
National STAR award for Northpower worker Matt Iorangi
Northpower employee wins Supreme category in prestigious Transpower STAR Awards.
Help floods in for woman who always helps others
For 14 years Monika Welch has been helping others. Now it's her turn to be helped.
Letters sent to landowners of 'Significant Natural Areas'
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Northland's booming marine industry providing opportunities for students
Teachers of students keen to get into Northland's marine industry can learn more at event.
Stats NZ backs evidence of land use changes in Northland
Newly released statistics show fewer farms, more dairy cattle, more horticulture.
News in brief: Check your car seats, busy book-borrowing month
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Man finds message in bottle on Ninety Mile Beach from Greek captain
The bottle is complete with a master mariner's business card. But there's a problem.
More than 100 dogs and puppies handed over following SPCA investigation
Over 100 dogs and puppies at an alleged Northland puppy farm have been given to the SPCA.
World's biggest skateboard to promote Tokyo OIympics tours Northland
Giant board due in Mangawhai today as it continues its ride around the North.
Clear-out sale to help family after tragedy in Kerikeri
Popular shop owner, noted for her generosity, died tragically near Kerikeri on April 13.
More big wins for Northland cheesemakers Mahoe, Grinning Gecko
The Rosevear family is rapidly running out of space for their Very Old Edam trophies.
Talented Whangārei teen squash player wins top title at AON New Zealand Junior Open
Teen's six years playing include international tournaments and winning national titles.
New operating theatre first step in health system upgrade
Revamp is part of Government's goal to make healthcare accessible for all Northlanders.
'Why would anyone do this'; response to Kaitaia Cemetery flower thefts
Victor Rakich wants answers after plants were stolen from his parents' graves in Kaitaia.
Cape Rēinga tracks reopen after no trace found of feral dogs
Four tracks, campsite closed for five weeks due to reports of 15 feral dogs on the loose.
Mangawhai shared path and intersection upgrade work starting this month
Work to start on Mangawhai's shared path and intersection upgrade.
Turntable Hill flood project almost finished
The $850,000 project won't stop floods but should make then much less frequent.
News snippets from Northland
Musician Dianne Swann comes home to play; and enviro trailblazers sought.
Youth mental health services in Northland to get millions more in funding
$4.6 million for more youth mental health services in Northland and Auckland.
New Hikurangi community cops hit the ground running
The duo are responsible for one of Northland's largest police patches.
Free school lunches devoured by Far North students
Almost 15,000 Northland students are now receiving free school lunches.
Far North District Council gets improved rating in local government excellence
FNDC has improved its overall rating in a local government excellence programme
Manawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns up
The latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.
Call to fix Northland roads alongside speed limit review
A big chunk of Northland's state highways could have speed limits slashed after a review.