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Crime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister says
The Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.
Far North news briefs - blockages close dump station, fundraiser's $6k and new play area
News snippets from the Far North.
PHOTOS: Kaitāia Primary School celebrates 150 years
Kaitāia Primary marks 150th birthday with week-long celebration
Prestigious Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award has five Northland finalists
Five Northlanders among 41 finalists in Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award
Kaipara council's demise feared amid water reforms
Kaipara mayor fears council's end under new water reform plans.
Kevin Page: Hospital gowns, undies and a thwarted car thief
OPINION: I scared off a car thief while standing on crutches in my new undies.
'In the firing line': Northland braces for severe gales and heavy rain
Heavy rain and easterly gales are expected for the upper North Island this week.
Food Hub part of network feeding 500,000 a month, but more support needed
Northland Food Hub reports an upsurge of low-income families needing food to survive.
Homicide investigation launched after man's body found in vehicle
Police believe the man was the victim of a violent assault.
‘Wrongheaded and reckless': Lawyer tried to act as her own secret witness
Lynette O'Boyle's secret witness turned out to be herself.
Grandmother's relentless mission to help Kaikohe children succeed
Rachel Velden, 87, volunteers at Kaikohe West School, aiding struggling kids.
Vince Cocurullo: Have your say on key Whangārei initiatives
OPINION: Consultations close May 2; details on the council's Have Your Say page.
'Growing fast': Green light for project set to unlock 3000 homes, supermarket
The project aims to unlock land for up to 3000 homes and a new supermarket in Whangārei.
Carnival has town basin pulsing with creativity during month of ArtBeat events
The events aim to get locals involved in arts, heritage and culture in Whangārei.
Man found dead in vehicle at Kawakawa carpark, police investigating
Police say they were alerted around 7.45am this morning.
Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
Parata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.
‘Unworthy of belief’: A judge didn't believe one man's story, but the higher courts did
Now Tony Harrison's arson conviction has been quashed.
'Your actions were deliberate': Driver leaves couple's lives shattered in horror crash
Driver crashed into the victims head-on, flipping their car and injuring seven people.
On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis
Northlanders help families become self-reliant by growing their own vegetables.
Jonny Wilkinson: The systemic barriers failing disabled New Zealanders
OPINION: NZ's disabled face healthcare crisis amid staff shortages.
New homes open doors for young disabled Northlanders
Rest homes used to be the only option for young people with disabilities.
Joe Bennett: Navigating the challenges of getting older
OPINION: 'Don't be 80,' my mother advised; she was 80 herself at the time.
What's on: Your guide to arts and culture events this school break
There's markets, craft days and more to look forward to for these holidays.
'We cannot do this by ourselves': Ministers listen to iwi leader's plea over meth crisis
Police Minister Mark Mitchell plans to visit Northland for further discussions.
'A game-changer': New mental health facility opens in Whangārei
Manaia House in Whangārei cost $21.6m and has 75 consultation rooms.
'Life of darkness': Stepfather's 20 year sentence for 15 years of abuse
The victims have suffered self-doubt, PTSD, fear, distrust and shame.
'I don’t sleep when it rains': Couple's flood fears as buyout hopes dashed
Gary and Kimberlee Whitehead face frequent, severe floods in Pupuke Valley.
‘Out on the bones of their a***’: Volunteer firefighters demand better ACC cover
The volunteers currently lack coverage due to their non-taxable status.
Three stretches of Far North state highway may keep lower speed limits
Stick or raise - Far North folk asked if lowered state highway limits should go up again
School ‘shocked and upset’ as four students suspended after fight
Principal Mike Clent confirmed all four students involved have been suspended.
Libelle’s school lunch woes predate government changes, ex-worker claims
Far North school lunch worker believes food provider Libelle was mismanaged from start.
‘Time is running out’: Urgent plea to save Kaimanawa horses from cull
More than 250 Kaimanawa horses need homes to avoid being culled.
Teen’s supreme unity speech wins spot at national final
Talk on significance of equity wins Northland Race Unity Speech Awards