Aerial cannabis operation: A third of NZ plants found in Northland
Medicinal cannabis advocates say aerial operations should stop.
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Northland Latin dancers move their butts for a good cause - fighting bowel cancer
Fundraiser aims to boost physical activity and support Kiwis with bowel cancer.
Kiwis renting bachs in Northland in record numbers
Northland fourth most popular spot to rent bachs over summer
Comment: Battery price the biggest unknown in EV strategy
Large fleet of EVs will make country's emissions look a little better - Vaughan Gunson
Growing local artists: Sculpture Northland hits Whangārei Quarry
Whangārei Quarry Garden is hosting an event for plant and art lovers alike from Friday.
Witness claims children were unwashed, unloved and unsupervised
Children had to wait in locked car until passed-out mother woke up, court told.
Inmate climbs onto roof at Ngāwhā Prison; comes down 18 hours later
Prisoner climbed onto roof at 11pm on Sunday and descended voluntarily at 5pm on Monday.
Retiree's $100k claim a 'wildly inaccurate' assessment of damages due
Dargaville pensioner's tenancy dispute less serious than comparable Kainga Ora cases
'Survival mode': Inquiry finds Omicron response put disabled people at risk
Human Rights Commission inquiry finds disabled people put at risk by NZ's Omicron response
Carved pou, toka finishing touches for Kawakawa roundabout
The $6m project aimed to create an attractive gateway as well as a safer intersection.
'They have a right to feel safe at work': Firefighters and paramedics endure assaults
The public is urged to be kind to first responders as they endure violence on the job.
Mini crime spree - Kevin Page has the solution to protect his property
Kevin Page has a run-in with what he thinks is a would-be thief.
Groovy device kept a lid on milk boilovers
Its main purpose is preventing milk boiling over on the stove top
Kerikeri to get homegrown version of Antiques Roadshow
All proceeds from weekend-long collectables fair destined for Hospice Mid Northland.
Northland speed limit consultation opens
You can now have your say on proposed speed limit reductions.
From big city to small town: Coffee-meeting project a hit with Far North locals
A Kerikeri newbie has created a caffeine-fuelled project in a bid to meet new people.
Budget 2022: Funding hopes for aged care already at 'breaking point'
Pay inequity for aged care nurses has left rest home stretched thin for staff.
Shane Reti: Aged residential care sector under pressure
New Zealand is short of 1000 registered aged residential care nurses, Shane Reti writes.
'We're worth more than the minimum' - Allied health workers on strike
DHBs didn't honour Employment Relations Authority report, PSA union says
Whangārei surfer lands Junior Pro title in Gisborne
Young Whangārei surfer stamps his mark on Junior Pro national competition
Kaikohe's historic pūriri safe - but it may be in for a pruning
The giant pūriri is listed as a wahi tapu but is missing from NZ's Notable Trees register.
Assaults on the frontline: Cops facing more attacks on the job
Around 31 per cent of the nearly 300 assaults on Northland cops resulted in injuries.
Arborist stumped over no protections for Northland's native trees
Local arborist speaks out against relaxed rules around chopping down native historic trees
Northland family reunited with Ukrainian mum: 'Many happy tears and warm cuddles' followed
Northland man sells his most prized possession to build his mother-in-law a house.
International Rally of Whangārei speeds across finish line
The International Rally of Whangārei wraps up after a speedy few days.
Waipū clinches tight win in premier rugby against Old Boys Marist
Our photographer captured the close Waipu vs Old Boys' Marist game at Caledonian Park
A lifetime of popular television show Dr Who
Joe Bennett reflects on a lifetime of Dr Who.
From the passenger seat: The International Rally of Whangārei 2022
The 2022 International Rally of Whangārei kicks off and our reporter is in the hot seat.
Carolyn Hansen: Minimalism: Live your best with less
Minimalism is all about losing the excess clutter that accumulates in our lives.
Demand for Covid vaccine 'trickling': Māori health provider
Northland received nearly $10.9m in funding for the vaccination rollout.
Northland news in brief: Protest at Whangārei Library; daily Covid cases; new cops for Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Preparing for the last supper: Jo Seagar on why hospice matters
Celebrity chef has an honest conversation about death for Hospice Awareness Week.