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Minister faces persistent calls for action over 'high-risk' wartime ship leaking oil
Government Minister Kiri Allan has agreed to meet with the forum lobbying for a survey.
Carolyn Hansen: Be your own best friend
It’s not always easy to get this healthy lifestyle thing down.
Our Treasures: Chip off the old hat block
Some hat blocks could be used as a stretcher.
News in brief: Para-athlete targets Paralympics with Peru competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
Ghosts beneath the surface: The ships destroyed in our seas
While the spotlight is on the RMS Niagara, it is not the only ship to meet its doom here.
Region pinned firmly on foodie map in Cuisine Good Food Guide
Seven Northland restaurants have been named in the prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide.
'So proud of Hannah': Family of Football Ferns striker elated over historic goal
It was a 'goal for the eons' Whangārei Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson's dad says.
Alleged road rage incident leads to man's arrest
Armed police were seen entering a property on a main road in Kamo.
Walking among the giants: Kauri Museum's exciting new addition
The public can check out the museum in Matakohe for free this weekend.
Paihia’s Pipi Patch bar closed after it was refused an on-licence
The owner said he would not appeal the decision.
News in brief from the Far North - chopper appeal, disaster funding and SH10 crash
News snippets from the Far North.
Investigator has words of caution after phone charger causes house fire
Fire investigator advises people to not leave their chargers unchecked.
Northland's world boxing champs to put their titles on the line
Northland boxers Mea Motu and Lani Daniels will defend their world titles next month.
Official recognition shows Hundertwasser toilets anything but bog standard
Although the building is less than 25, the toilet's heritage value is remarkable.
Millions available for Far North to recover from extreme weather events
Far North residents can apply for Government funding for past and future weather events.
From thinking he would never play sport to the Paralympics: Troy Robertson's journey to the top
Troy Robertson knocked off the first milestone on his journey to the Paralympics.
Jobs for those keen to be part of Northland electorate's 2023 general election team
Northland electorate has jobs for people wanting to be part of 2023 general election team.
Northland ratepayers to fork out more than $300m in annual rates
Northland ratepayers' big rates bills revealed.
News in brief: Two cars collide on SH10; free concert at school
The latest news bites from around the region.
'The most compassionate course of action': Stranded distressed dolphin euthanised
The dolphin had been rescued yesterday before it was found stranded again.
Making a material difference
Kaitāia's Anō Anō sessions turning discarded fabric into new creations.
Bay of Islands’ Te Tau Hou Māori Puanga Matariki Celebrations go off in style
Fireworks and fun mark Bay of Islands' Te Tau Hou Māori Puanga Matariki Celebrations.
News briefs from the Far North - Newest AB gets a win, Aroha Island closure and NRC advice
News snippets from the Far North.
Vince Cocurullo: Dreaming big for our district - have your say
Dreams only become reality when good planning is put in place.
Northland news in brief: Kaihu family picking up pieces; Whangaruru kura welcomes new principal
The latest news bites from around the region.
Controversial health policy already being used in Northland despite Govt saying otherwise
Northland hospitals have been using the equity adjuster waitlist tool since May.
More than 6000 reports of stolen cars in five years - but how many have been recovered?
When a stolen vehicle is found, forensics teams work to identify the culprits/joyriders.
Northland Lotto player takes home $500K; second winning ticket sold in Parua Bay
Saturday night was a good night for Northland Lotto players as the big bucks were won.
News in brief: Nurse wins Matariki art comp; tooth brush programme boosted
The latest news bites from around the region.
Our Treasures: From rocks and clam shells to electric gadgets - the evolution of the razor
In Julius Caesar’s time, the hair from a boy's first shave was offered to the Gods.
We need to do better for young people
So what motivates rangatahi to participate in active recreation and sport?