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Northland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across country
The move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.
'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former home
Cooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.
Beware! Northland east coast beaches to be battered by big swells
Swells of up to 3m have been issued for the entire east coast of the North Island.
News in brief: Kiwifruit jobs up for grabs; Waitangi Day volunteers needed
The latest news bites from around the region.
What the?! Discovery of unusual snake-like animal mystifies dogwalkers
'The way it was lying made it look like a snake. Neither of us wanted to get too close...'
Fans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weather
Bad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.
Safety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after death
Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.
SH1 blocked by two-car crash at Topuni
The crash between Auckland and Whangārei occurred at midday on Thursday.
Man drowns at popular Northland beach
The man was reportedly pulled unconscious from the water.
Northland news in brief: NCEA pass rates drop; gas cylinder catches fire
The latest news bites from around the region.
Pools out for summer: No public swimming pool in Kaitāia as opening delayed
Kaitāia’s new swimming pools won't open until March.
Quick action by the public helps foil burglary at sports shop
After calls from witnesses, police arrived on the scene only seconds later.
$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental work
Ngāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species
Kaitāia shearer part of three-man world record attempt
World record attempt for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey.
News in brief: Serious crash closes Tarewa Rd; Extravaganza Fair on this weekend
The latest news bites from around the region.
Homeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streets
A homeless man says he is prevented from accessing the city's only day shelter.
'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''
Northland news in brief: Tinopai Wharf closed; out-of-control burn-off sparks fire call
The latest news bites from around the region.
Fall in suicide figures resembles a positive change, says Northland clinical therapist
Northland's falling suspected suicide rates and numbers are a positive for the region.
Kaikohe Foodbank and Fresh Start Family Services & Foodbank Kaitāia get funding boost from Z
Kaitāia and Kaikohe charities get $21,000 from Z Energy campaign
News in brief: Whangārei Heads artist showcases local landscapes; shellfish back on menu in Far North
The latest news bites from around the region.
From boat-mad boy to superyacht captain
Clark arrived in Ōpua as captain of one of the world’s most exclusive superyachts.
Architectural stunner that charges visitors $14,700 a night up for sale
The villa is one of four privately owned residences that caters to the super wealthy.
Hot weather and rain mean humid nights in Northland this week
Rain is forecast to follow high temperatures - including 28.5C in Dargaville.
Up to 80,000 expected at Waitangi this year
Between 60,000 and 80,000 people are expected at Waitangi this year.
News in brief: Body found on Ninety-Mile Beach confirmed as missing diver
The latest news bites from around the region.
Joe Bennett: Fishing for teeth an encouraging start to the new year
I would be invested only in the novelty of fishing for these items, and novelty wears off.
News in brief: Russell walk formalised; Tinopai Fishing Competition this weekend
The latest newsbites from around the region.
Children’s free dental care system 'broken' in Northland
One parent claimed they faced a nine-month wait for a dental appointment for her children.
Victory House: A rehab facility that reforms convicts through faith
'My time spent in the house taught me to be a better human being.'
Comment: Bulldozer wrong machine for Bay of Islands climate change adaptation
OPINION: A bulldozer will be washed away but a united community won't.
Man dies after his car crashes into tree
The 58-year-old was flown to hospital with critical injuries.
Person dies on the way to hospital after crashing into tree in Kaipara
The crash happened in Taipuha on Wednesday afternoon.