Far North forestry workers discover human skeleton in Kaitaia forest
Police are working to try to identify the person found but it's believed they are male.
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When firefighters arrived the neighbourhood was out fighting the blaze with garden hoses.
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Whananāki residents unhappy with visitors leaving rubbish behind
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Northlanders in modern-day 'pipi shuffle'
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Two children die in water-related incidents across Northland
Water-related deaths continue unabated as another child in Northland couldn't be revived.
Dog believed to behind kiwi death in Northland park
Wandering dogs are attacking kiwi in Northland's Trounson Park.
Mangawhai treatment plant's new installations to cost $5m
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Carolyn Hansen: What are the things that affect our motivation?
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Conservation group urges Govt to invest in firefighting aircraft
Water bombers come with a hefty price tag but could stop wildfires in their early stages.
Northland one of 3 regions yet to hit 90% Covid vaccination rate
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Whangārei mum loses car, baby seat, and pram in latest car theft
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Niwa warns of low soil moisture deficit in parts of Northland
Northland farmers in a strong position for now despite scorching weather.
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Waipū's old National Bank of NZ building gets new life
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Sea Eagle II's quiet return to the harbour causes stir
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Popular beach dig, sandcastle contest returns to Paihia
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Aggravated robberies: 'It is a vicious cycle, dairy owners suffer all loss'
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Backpackers hostel reinvented for Covid era's 'new reality'
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Is this our hottest summer ever? Temps soar as workers feel the heat
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Northland man missing since Wednesday morning sparks search
Police and search and rescue teams comb bush area near Pipiwai for Kukama Waa.
Faith, community support helped mum cope with loss
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Comment: Roads not the only spoke in biker safety plan
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More Northlanders eligible for booster shot after new regulations kick in
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Nearly 1300 rescue flights last year as demand continues to rise
Year 9 student among Northlanders flown by rescue helicopter.