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News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Iconic waterfront road in Bay of Islands' Russell/Kororāreka, to partially close for six-month trial
The benefits of a more pedestrian-friendly environment will be assessed.
Kaitāia’s community voices and music students combine for fundraiser
Fundraiser at Kaitāia’s Te Ahu Centre brings out top local singers and musicians.
'We had always held out hope': Kaipara council axes iwi relationship agreements
One of the canned agreements had been in place for more than 20 years.
A dream come true: Local teens train with football legend
Kamo club youngsters train with Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson.
Eight new Kerikeri social houses open to help meet demand
New Kerikeri Kāinga Ora homes to ease housing crisis
'Link to the world' Iwi leaders want airport's future finalised and land returned
An MP says a solution can be found ‘that makes everybody happy'.
Far North news in brief: New snippets from the Far North
New snippets from the Far North.
Some Kiwis still "sleepwalking through life" oblivious to pest problem, says conservationist
A Northland man is urging gardeners to use dead possums for fertiliser.
Man accused of murder in court after Ripiro Beach body in burning car
Anaru Morunga, 34, faces a total of nine charges, including murdering Jasmaine Reihana.
'Do the right thing' – Police call for information after home invasion
Man suffers facial injuries after three offenders force their way into Northland house.
News in brief: Iconic Garden safari marks 37 years; police investigate dog shooting
The latest news bites from around the region.
Downed pylon: Transpower boss says context missing from failures announcement
Transpower says its position in the fallen pylon incident has not been fairly represented
Opinion: Government cracks down on gangs, legislation bans insignia and public gatherings
OPINION: Shane Reti says new legislation is aimed at cracking down on gangs.
Locals watch from the beach while NZ/US navies hunt for mines in Tauranga Bay
Far North bay the scene of a joint mine-clearing exercise.
Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Festival season underway in Whangārei - come and check it out
OPINION: We've had a hard couple of years, and now is a great time to celebrate.
Whangārei, Kaitāia and Kaikohe first stops in Mike King's I Am Climate Hope Tour
The tour aims to help youth mental health around climate anxiety.
'Extremely shaken': Whangārei man suffers facial injuries in home invasion
Police say three men forced their way into the man's home.
'We’re not just beaches and water sports': Hospitality sector preps for foodie celebration
Northland foodies have tough decisions to make during the first Savour Northland event.
Jonny Wilkinson: Funding freeze a recipe for most vulnerable to be decimated
OPINION: The ramifications of the guidelines are as inevitable as they are grave.
Opinion: How exercise changes your brain
OPINION: Exercise influences our brain function and mental health.
Joe Bennett: Embracing life’s little moments of happiness
OPINION: Joe Bennett on the anatomy of a moment.
What's on: Step into springtime these school holidays
Spring is here! So how can you celebrate in Northland? Check out this list.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaipara council keeps political review despite pending Māori ward ruling
Judge yet to rule on legal challenge on whether Māori ward remains in place for election.
Whangārei Boys' High School board to be sentenced after student's death
Schoolboy Karnin Petera's grieving parents are among those expected to address the court.
Northland's biggest solar farm major boost for regional resilience: Mayors
New Zealand's first battery energy storage site is expected to be in action by late 2026.
Weather-hit North Auckland rail line reopens after 20 months, $130m repairs
The track had more than 200 slips and damaged bridges from storms in early 2023.
Mangamuka repairs: Major piling work ends and pre-Christmas reopening planned
SH1 over the Mangamukas in the Far North is on track for a pre-Christmas opening.
Mea Motu's world boxing title unification bout off but Aussie opponent lined up instead
Champ stays active after boxing world title unification bout postponed.
Downed pylon 'an act of incompetence and negligence' – Northland leader
Northland leaders have responded to the energy authority's findings about a downed pylon.
Far North pensioner delighted after 32 feral cats removed from around her flat
32 feral cats removed from Far North pensioner flats