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Not acceptable to be played at weddings: Northland musicians release 'gritty' debut album
Northland musicians Leroy Brown and Mark Bruce reveal how their band was started.
Dredging of caulerpa in Bay of Islands needs more government funding - council leader
The trial brings together various groups from across the region.
News in brief: Waipu Brewery wins another award, Diabetes fund put on ice
The latest news bites from around the region.
Far North news in brief: Well known identity dies, Parrot Place fundraiser and landmark repairs
News snippets from the Far North
Trust calls on donations to help raise remaining funds before June 12 deadline
The trust has until June 12 to come up with the remaining funds.
Far North council to call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza
Far North councillors to vote on call for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
World War II relic found in Kerikeri op shop
Kerikeri Hospice Green Shed uncovers historic WWII relic
Whānau of Karnin Petera acknowledge search and rescue efforts at national awards
Two Northland search and rescue missions were acknowledged yesterday evening.
News in brief: Brynderwyns repairs not hampered by heavy rains
The latest news bites from around the region.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown bins talk of city’s rubbish fuelling Kaipara plant
Auckland Mayor pours cold water on talk of his council’s rubbish going north.
The Chase quiz star Shaun Wallace to visit Far North
Quiz master Shaun Wallace to take on Far North fans at Kerikeri event.
'It's just what we do' - Northland on map at NZ Search and Rescue Awards
Rescue efforts between January 1 and December 31, 2023 are recognised at the awards.
Another solar farm for Northland, with 4.8MW produced by new Ruawai facility
'As New Zealand’s weather becomes more volatile, engineering at this level is a must.'
Northland Regional Council chair facing the axe
If Crawford loses the chair’s role, it will be the third change at the regional council
Kevin Page: Mrs P and I were in disagreement, and I started to wonder how we got there
Opinion: It was actually kind of funny now that I think about it.
Far North students connect to te ao Māori and learn essential life skills
Students learning life skills in the Far North.
Iwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot
'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.
Rugby great Sid Going farewelled in Northland rain
About 1000 people turned out in the rain for the funeral of NZ legend 'Super Sid' Going.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
Youths arrested over Far North car-thefts - police thank public for their help
Far North car-theft sprees ended with arrest of four youths
Youths who threatened shop staff following aggravated robbery in Northland, arrested
Speedy Police response locks in four arrests.
Principals happy lunch in schools continuing, but some questions remain
The programme will continue for the next two years on a tighter budget.
New future beckons for idyllic Aroha Island
Ngā Kaitiaki o Motu Aroha Charitable Trust has been established to help the island thrive.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
Final farewell for Northland rugby legend 'Super Sid' Going
One of New Zealand's greatest ever rugby players, Sid Going, has died aged 80.
Paint attacks hit Stop Co-Governance signs in Whangārei
How do you explain anti-co-governance signs to a Māori child?
Cause of Whangārei house fire being investigated
Fire badly damages Hikurangi, Whangārei home.
Art on tour as Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally hits the road
70-plus on Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally
Man's 20-year battle: Council still liable to pay millions after losing resource consent
The Court of Appeal has ruled and the council must still pay.
'Save my dad': Daughter's mission to raise $130k for incurable blood cancer
“Please help save my dad,” appeals the youngest daughter Tayla Bennett.
Joe Bennett: I unscrew the cap and immediately I am back in a dressing shed before a rugby match
Opinion: Excuse me while I reminisce.
News in brief: Whangārei Hospital baby unit moving and changing name; Choral music festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: Your mind and your weight
Creating a healthy weight-loss mindset is key.