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Latest fromFar North District
Swimming stalwart's vision realised
Ester's vision was that all kids, regardless of their situation, should be taught to swim.
Ōpua stabbing: 14-year-old boy pleads not guilty to murder
Justice Timothy Brewer extended name suppression for the youth until trial - yet to be set
Photos: Long-lost dead of Te Ruapekapeka honoured
More than 700 people, including the PM and Willie Apiata VC, gathered at the battle site.
Northland road crosses: The caring nurse who just wanted to help others
Paraplegic Paul Wager's "amazing" wife Jodee vowed to dedicate her life to his bucket list
Water bugs - enough to make you sick
Drinking water safety highlighted with new regulations coming in this year.
Long-lost graves honoured as Waitangi commemorations begin
Bodies of 12 British soldiers lay forgotten in a shallow grave for more than 170 years.
Northland Māori seats poll demand petitions to be delivered to councils this week
The petition will still be delivered to the councils, despite looming law change.
Northland DHB proposes whānau-centred healthcare fix
Chamberlain acknowledged the OME's potential place in Northland's healthcare system.
Husky owner fined $4500 after two kiwi killed
Blame for the dog's destruction lies with owner, not the dog itself, judge says.
Kāinga Ora apologises to mum for dangerous broken fence
The mother had asked that the fence be fixed ever since she had lived at the property.
Long weekend brings dream catch
Long weekend lands dream catch for Whangārei fisherman.
Northland news in brief: Meet the candidates, Fibre broadband is coming
Catch up on what's happening
First tenants secured for Ngāwhā business park
Stage one will create 150 jobs in berry growing, avocado oil production and house building
Government plans for more social housing underwhelms
Northland will be getting some more state houses, but the numbers haven't impressed some.
Rare whale spotted swimming for first time ever in New Zealand waters
An exciting day for marine enthusiasts as shy, rare whale sighted off Northland.
Bombshell $300m Māori health proposal shocks Northland healthcare
The Northland DHB has come out in strong opposition to the proposal.
News snippets from Northland
Women winched of Mt Manaia; and newborn's death not suspicious
Techweek - back in 2021 with a hiss and roar
Event submissions for Techweek 2021: Connecting For A Better Future – now open to public.
Labour returns to Te Tii Marae after three-year absence
The shifting of the official welcome has taken shenanigans out of Waitangi, MPs say.
Lieutenant Kim Rapson trades 20 years as Whangārei GP for the Navy
Kim Rapson was a Whangārei GP for 20 years, she wanted a new challenge so joined the Navy
Police name two people killed in SH1 tragedy
The deceased are a woman aged 64 and a man aged 25 from Northland.
SPCA cuts services to Whangārei pound
Northland and Auckland animal rescue groups overwhelmed by extra pressure.
Labour's Māori caucus arrives at Waitangi's Te Tii Marae
Labour's Māori caucus is given a reminder of the aspirations of Te Tai Tokerau at Waitangi
Isolation birthday girl's positive experience
Positive experience for birthday girl in isolation.
Covid message: Lifeguards urge beachgoers to slip, slop, slap and scan
Northland lifeguards do their bit to remind Kiwis to scan QR codes wherever they go.
Back to school: Costs put pressure on Northland families
Needing to buy uniforms, stationery and bags can put pressure on families.
Whangārei man who took mussels from Mair Bank gets fined
Whangārei labourer fined for taking shellfish from a closed fishery area
News snippets from Northland
Volunteer firefighters compete; and watch out for kids back to school.
Whangārei gallery representing Northland at prestigious art fair
Covid travel restrictions opens doors to local artists.
Back to school: Northland school rolls growing
Kamo High School is estimated to get an additional 129 students.
Surprise delivery leads to long-awaited dental appointment
Baby makes debut at dental carpark.
The Bachelorette: From rivals on the rugby field to rivals in love
Whangārei friends admit to nerves while appearing on The Bachelorette.