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Atrocious goat track: Motorist fumes over state of Northland state highway
Northland motorists are tired of forking out to fix car damage caused by state highways.
For the love of beer: Northland craft brewers reveal secret ingredients
Reporter Jenny Ling discovers what's behind the success of two Northland craft breweries.
Woman convicted of animal cruelty now in North selling horses
A disgraced Australian puppy farmer is operating a business selling horses in Northland.
Inside story: The convicted rapist who sold girl, 15, for sex
An interview with the woman who forced into the open a predator's abuse of a child.
The rationale is that you may get a hangover, but it's better than a migraine.
Apparently it's rare to get migraines when you are over 50.
The fish called 'sport' cannot afford to rot from the head
Improving the capability and capacity of sport governance in Northland.
Carolyn Hansen: It's action that brings intentions to life
What separates the doers from the dreamers?
News in brief: Raised pedestrian crossing for Moerewa, Oromahoe School's Matariki Light Festival postponed
A selection of news snippets form around the region.
Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump - hair today gone tomorrow.
Denial of ageing is a massive industry especially in the world's richest country,
Dial change: Coast-ing across Northland on one frequency
Frequency changes to Coast and The Hits frequencies across parts of Northland.
News in brief: Evacuation at Kaikohe school, footpath work progresses
New snippets from around the region.
Pātaka kai in memory of Kerikeri woman's generosity
The late Nalinee Giri was known for giving away food and clothing to those who needed it.
Huge onion tower barging down Hātea River
Crowning jewel of Hundertwasser project set for installation next week.
Neighbours, firefighters, vets pull together to save Gilbert the horse
Gilbert was up to his neck in mud until ''super hero'' neighbour took charge.
Fish to Fish: 'It's all about fish and fishing for the people''
Fish processing company keeps fishing local
Return of New Zealand Tourism Awards welcomed
Former award winners look forward to return of the awards night this year.
Korean spiritual leader made to pay $1.24m for property purchase breaches
Judge accepted breaches were accidental and Lee's businesses had helped the Far North.
Kai, culture and 'bombs' at new Matariki Festival
Mix of culture, kai and starry skies make Bay of Islands an ideal place for the festival.
Vaughan Gunson: Let's unpack the transport options
Hard work is needed to promote an alternative vision of transport in Northland.
Outpouring of support helps chopper crash family through ordeal
After the initial shock, Rachel Jordan's 10yo son is coping well 'like mommy taught him'.
Oromahoe School's magical Light Festival returns this weekend
School's popular Matariki festival a mid-winter highlight.
News in brief: Man arrested, new single for Alien Weaponry
News snippets from around the region.
Museum staff surprised by bones on doorstep
Northlanders urged to leave any possible human remains where found and call police.
Northland singer Jason Kerrison talks about alpacas, being Tuatara and his new single
Release of first solo single coincides with pop star's triumph in Masked Singer NZ.
Kevin Page: Poo was the theme of the day
Unfortunately, I wasn't quick enough to avoid the 'explosion'
'I love you son': Families' grief as man charged with murder
The man killed in Saturday's homicide has been named as Haze Peihopa, 23, from Auckland.
Friends mobilise for Northland woman seriously injured in helicopter crash
Friends describe Jordan as a 'wonderful wife and mother, incredibly talented photographer'
Whangārei homicide: Plea from police for cellphone footage
Police were speaking with witnesses to understand what unfolded before the person's death.
Shane Reti: We need four lanes not sticks
Four lanes has been identified as the single biggest economic driver for Northland.
In brief: Still time to comment on speed limits, Book of Ships on display
News snippets from around the region.
Demand for rescue chopper greater than ever
The first half of 2021 had seen some challenging missions including a winch rescue at sea.
Hikoi to Kaikohe: Huge protest over 'modern-day land grab'
An estimated 2000 people joined the hīkoi to the council offices in Kaikohe on Friday.