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Concerns SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure will see safety compromised
Roadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.

SH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei Mayor
OPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.

Derelict scout den in Onerahi goes down in flames
Residents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.

Chromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returns
Between stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.

Opinion: Forget the back-to-work blues and be grateful for the gift of a New Year
OPINION: Minor holiday mishaps can be frustrating but here's why they are blessings.

Looking for Treasure: How a popular Pātaua campsite became a sought-after gem
As Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.

Joe Bennett: Words do not belong in bed, they are for the daytime
OPINION: "We love to sleep. To deprive someone of sleep is a form of torture."

News briefs from Northland - Moth plant and rook warnings
News snippets from Northland

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.

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.