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Act leader expects Waitangi events will be 'tense'
David Seymour's Treaty proposals have a Māori leader saying anything could happen.
New Kaitāia water supply being tested, but no date for tap water supply
No date yet for Kaitāia's new Sweetwater supply to start.
News in brief: Police name man who drowned at Ruakākā Beach; scholarship applications open
The latest news bites from around the region.
Former WWII pilot celebrates 100th birthday: 'It’s just a big adventure'
Whangārei resident Ross Maclaren turns 100 on Monday.
Taking it day by day: Ultra-marathon runner aims for world record
Want to run an ultra-marathon a day? Shannon-Leigh Litt explains how it's done.
Our Treasures: The journey of Whangārei's well-loved miniature trains
The trains have been chugging their way into the hearts of passengers young and old.
Joe Bennett: My burning yet fruitless hatred for flies
They say a nice person wouldn’t hurt a fly. I am not a nice person.
Northland passengers refusing to fly Air NZ after cancellations
Northlanders say Air New Zealand's Whangārei and Kerikeri flights are too unreliable.
Carolyn Hansen: Sweet tooth might be the missing piece to losing weight
Sugar addiction is nothing to joke about.
A few showers forecast for anniversary weekend unlikely to deter visitors
There are plenty of activities to do in the north rain or shine, leaders say.
Fight for historic Ruapekapeka Pā battle grounds continues
More hapū management is part of the action plan for the next three years.
Waste-busters wanted to help clean up at Waitangi Day commemorations
Volunteers are needed to tidy up rubbish at the big day in the Bay of Islands.
Whangārei District Council given $3m for flood relief in problematic suburb
$4m is to go towards four flood resilience projects in Whangārei, Ruawai and Kaipara.
Protesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing comp
The contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.
'Much-loved by all': Father named as roadworker killed on the job
Gabriel Fa'amausili is being remembered as a man who cared deeply for his family.
The woman putting Whangārei cafes on the map one sip at a time
Ever wondered who Sip is? Meet the dental hygienist behind the popular cafe reviews.
New Kāeo Bridge set to open
A long-awaited two-lane bridge will open in the Far North next week.
Cost of Cyclone Gabrielle recovery in Northland hits $1bn mark
Rebuilding after Cyclone Gabrielle last year is the biggest recovery Northland has faced.
Fundraiser for mother's last-chance cancer drug hits important milestone
Cherie Coker is grateful for the opportunity to spend more time with her kids.
Fire investigator says Matauri Bay house fire deliberately lit
Someone reportedly broke into the lounge and started the fire.
NZ's first caulerpa dredging machine to be used in Northland's fight against invasive seaweed
The new mechanical suction dredge is at the centre of a $650,000 trial regarding caulerpa.
Some Northlanders call for deputy PM to step in and help Wikileaks founder
However, a security and intelligence analyst believed support for Assange was unlikely.
Whangārei Quarry Gardens gets bridges over troubled waters after cyclone
A recycled bridge is an important step in restoring the gardens after the cyclone.
News in brief: Fonterra worker's artistic streak; duo arrested following robbery
The latest news bites from around the region.
John Williamson: We claim to value the potential to save lives, but our outdated fines say otherwise
OPINION: Politicians talk about reviewing systems, but seem timid about the backlash.
Seven deaths in one month: Road safety messages not sinking in
Experts say people can't relate to messages about crashes - until they're affected by one.
News briefs from the Far North - Fundraiser's $17K, culvert work, market cancelled
News snippets from the Far North
Dream job for sports fans: Fijian Drua seeking 'chief hype officer'
Do you think you could fuel the crowd and ignite the spirit of the team?
Kiwi principal's words of wisdom go viral
A principal's letter to parents on social media has captured an international audience.
'A mighty totara has fallen': The life of Dr Warren Parker
The highly respected primary sector leader died last month, leaving a legacy behind.
Rescue Helicopter Service thanks Northlanders for generous donation
Northland Rescue Helicopter is said to have responded to over 28,000 callouts since 1988.
Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says fishing is his 'birthright' and offers support for fishing contest
Fisheries Minister wants police to ensure Far North fishing comp goes ahead.
Mother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flames
Despite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.