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Closed roads stops Herald and Advocate paper deliveries in Northland
A credit will be provided to those people whose paper is unable to be delivered today.
News in brief: Krishna festival, Touch a Truck going ahead despite bad weather
News snippets from Northland
Mystery behind a Whangārei island's strange door unlocked
Sorry to disappoint -but no pirates or villains are behind the story of the island's door.
Beat the rain: How to enjoy Northland this long weekend
Don't let the prospect of rain stop you enjoying our wonderful region over these 3 days.
Joe Benett: Our new ‘humbled’ Prime Minister may be mincing his words
Opinion: It seems we may have forgotten the true meaning of the word humbled.
Cafe burgled twice in one week amid spate of retail crimes
There have been multiple robberies and burglaries over the last week.
Brent Eastwood: A meaningful gesture to thank critical sponsors
Sport Northland has acknowledged ASB for its outstanding support.
Carolyn Hansen: Paying attention to lifestyle behaviours is key to greater health
Why the value you give to healthy eating and proper exercise is key in lifestyle changes.
Kensington Bowling Club planning its centenary bash
A two-day tournament and dinner to mark bowling club's centenary.
Up to 100,000 Northlanders to get fluoridated water supplies
Up to 100,000 Northlanders could get fluoridated water supplies as councils count cost.
Dalmatian heritage strong in Far North District Council decision-making
Dalmatian descendants play a distinctive role in Far North local government.
Our Treasures: Solving the mystery behind puzzling museum pieces
It's been relatively easy to guess what some items were, but others had us stumped.
SH1 closed at Brynderwyns, flooding on SH12
The wet weather is causing issues on Northland roads.
New Maungatapere medical centre 15 years in the making
Maungatapere is now home to a brand-new medical centre.
Researchers say education and health are “intricately intertwined”
New surveys have found later start times are favourable for both parents and students.
'One of the coolest bands': Hot Potato Band to play free concert in Kerikeri
The Hot Potato Band is playing a free concert in Kerikeri on February 12.
Two similar fatal crashes in two-and-a-half hours
The crashes, both in the Whangārei district, occurred under similar circumstances.
Roaming dogs blamed for 10 cat disappearances in Northland
Residents believe around 10 cats have been victims of roaming dogs in Pataua South.
Whangārei dad's fears for son after service station targeted - again
The robbery is the newest in a string of recent youth crimes.
Government seeking public feedback on proposed vape regulations
Stronger measures are part of efforts to reducing vaping rates.
Bay News: Sailing week under way; return of swallows and art for a cause
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds with Sandy Myhre.
Kerikeri BBQ BOI team goes the whole hog to win spot in barbecue world champs
The team received two perfect scores in the hotly contested two-day competition.
It’s oh-fish-ial: the Wish 4 Fish boat is back in Northland
The Wish 4 Fish boat is designed with wheelchair users in mind.
Northland news in brief: Heavy rain warning; and rāhui after river death
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Speeding boaties and lack of lifejackets still a problem in Northland
Regional harbourmaster on continuous flouting of bylaws by boaties.
Serious crash in Ruakaka, road closed
One Tree Point Rd is closed and diversions are in place.
24hr deluge: Rain, thunderstorms to start long Auckland Anniversary weekend
The wet conditions are expected to last most of the weekend.
'Ecstatic' volunteers at the Quarry Gardens as it reaches five stars
Whangārei Quarry Gardens one step away from achieving the highest star rating
'It's a death trap': Why is it so hard to walk to Whangārei Town Basin?
Do you find it difficult to walk around Whangārei?
Your Local MP: Emily Henderson points to tough challenges ahead
‘New Year, new start’ got a whole new meaning this year, writes Dr Emily Henderson.
News briefs from Northland: Popular Touch a Truck returns; and home invasion investigated
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Practical ideas to reduce your child's screen time during summer
Need to entertain the kids? Here's a guide to getting them out and about this summer.