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Kokopu school staff came across historical learnings on it journey to discover its roots.
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Three waters: Government's Northland restructuring plans in disarray
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At a meeting this morning council provisionally rejected the three waters plan.
Daylight robbery: Mum-of-four held at knife point
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Western Sharks the real deal with final round to play
Mid Northern overpower OBM at home to climb to second position.
Northland Roller Derby team skate into tough Saturday match
This year is the first time Northland will compete in the New Zealand Derby Top 10 Champs.
Young driver, 150km/h speeds, and a faulty car a fatal combo that killed Northland teen
Kiwis are driving too fast on roads not designed for high speeds, a coroner says.
Makeup of Whangārei District's 14-member council will change next year
The two-into-one urban ward means a cut in the number of general ward councillors.
Shane Reti: Our bulging hospitals and primary care
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How repair cafes are helping communities save money and the planet
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Slain Northland woman's family: 'There will never be closure'
The murdered woman's final words to her mum were 'Don't forget my headstone.'
Northland news in brief: Crash victims named, grandmother honoured with award
News snippets from around the region.
Ambulance and fire respond to man collapsed in central Whangārei
Emergency services were called to a medical event in downtown Whangārei earlier today.
Tauraroa Area School students excited for Wellington to take part in NZYSW Winter Concert
Three Tauraroa Area School students are part of New Zealand Youth Symphonic Winds.
Kaipara District Council decision to not release trout this year disappoints trout fishing enthusiasts
Trout will not be released into Lake Kaiiwi for the third consecutive year.
Shirley's two-year battle with council over broken footpath
Kamo Rd resident Shirley Casey faces difficulties using a walker on a cracked footpath.
Cupola day! What we all got wrong about Whangārei's new landmark
Spectators expected to flock as Hundertwasser building crowned.
Jury to decide if Pou murdered Whangārei's Bridget Simmonds
Jurors retired at 5pm last night and were set to return to Whangārei High Court at 10am.
Lost pride: Why a male-only Lions club shut after 50 years
Kerikeri Lions has closed and Waipapa is heading the same way if it can't boost numbers.
You're kitten me! Kamo cop rescues hungry cat with head stuck in tin can
'While it looked quite comical, I realised it was fairly serious.'
Whangārei council integrity at risk councillor warns
Former solicitor general says committee chair should have info but council disagrees.
'Uncomfortable': Top cop has fishing boat called 'Dawn Raid'
For Superintendent Tony Hill, naming his boat 'Dawn Raid' took on a new significance.
Puppy owner says a rise in dog registration fee unfair
Whangārei grandma to present online petition against a rise in dog rego fee next week.
Closing submissions in the Bridget Simmonds murder trial
Jury in Northland murder trial to retire around noon today.
Prison officer who worked at Ngawha in court on charges
Northland prison officer facing firearms charges to re-appear in court next month.
Northland woman flown to Auckland hospital after car crash on SH12 dies before arrival
Woman dies before arriving at Auckland hospital after SH12 car crash.
Regional council does up and sells out, wants new reno job
Regional council sells Kensington Crossing, looks for new CBD project.
You're more likely to die on Northland's roads because of drugs and booze
A lack of police staff when we need them makes catching Northland's drink-drivers harder.
Gentle giant's numbers boosted as more wētāpunga released in Bay
'Finally insects are grabbing the limelight. They are the ones that run the planet.'
News in brief: Bones dumped not human; jury expected to retire
Murder trial jury expected to retire; police investigate shooting.
Warming homes using ovens 'not uncommon' in Northland.
Northland whanau who have heated their homes with ovens have received winter warmer packs.
Neighbour used buckets of water to fight car fire after crash killed one
One person has died after a car crash into the trees near the Te Hihi stream in Maunu.
Murder-accused gave CPR after bashing partner, court told
Northland murder-accused advised police to get divers out of the water during confession.