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The crucial role of goat culling in saving Northland’s kauri forests
Contract hunters remove 3000-4000 goats to protect Northland's kauri forests.
Hikurangi’s revival: From ghost town to community hub
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Why Northland's luxury stays are world-class escapes
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Two party revellers allegedly stabbed at Whangārei New Year’s Eve celebration
One person was transported to hospital in a serious condition.
News in brief: Police identify man found dead on Far North beach
Police identify man found dead on Far North beach; death not suspicious.
‘It made me cry’: Former drug-dealing gang member on the words that changed his life
Kamonn Flavell-Downey helps 170 youth, proves change is possible.
'It just kept dragging on': Frustrations with growing backlog of judge-alone trials
Lawyers fear some people are pleading guilty because their cases keep being adjourned.
Person dies after being found unresponsive in water at popular Northland bay
A rāhui has been placed on Bland Bay and will be lifted at 12pm on Thursday.
Umbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland Games
The event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.
‘Drink to enjoy, not to medicate’: Far North deputy mayor's festive warning
Far North deputy mayor Kelly Stratford shares her journey from binge drinking to sobriety.
Thieves fleece visiting charity food growing group twice in 10 days
Thieves have hampered the efforts of a charity food growing initiative visiting Northland
Kevin Page: A whirlwind year of caravans, aches and pains, and change
Kevin Page reflects on a wild ride of a year.
Recession nothing to fear, according to new Northland business owners
You have to be crazy to start a business in a recession, right?
Meet Kaipara's fishing-mad mayor - the “Trump of the North”
'I’m not scared to confront issues we need to discuss.'
Urupukapuka Island - a paradise for nature lovers and history buffs
There's so much for locals and visitors to see and do on Urupukapuka Island
'Covered in mud': Mates' epic straight line challenge for charity
Friends scale cliffs, cross manure-filled creeks in five-day charity walk from Dargaville.
Mitimiti magic for Far North Mayor, at the end of the winding gravel road
'This is the birthplace of New Zealand. Welcome home.'
Protecting our marine paradise: How it works, and if it's working
The Department of Conservation says ranger visibility deters offending.
Northlanders shouldn’t miss out this must-do attraction in their own backyard
Northlanders neglect biggest purpose-built visitor attraction north of Auckland
Whangārei Mayor's waistcoats add style to summer gardening
It is a time for family and friends for the mayor.
Store owners "pretty happy" with Boxing Day sales
Plenty of shoppers around for Boxing Day sales but few loaded up with bargains
Will Boxing Day sales be boom or bust? Whangārei retail expert says 'wait and see'
Boxing day sales expected to create even more mayhem than Black Friday
Markets, hikes, home crafts: What's there to do over the holidays?
If you think there's nothing to do in Northland - think again.
Hapū wins appeal against subdivision
Judges who threw out a consent say it was a clear case.
Northland weather: What to expect this Christmas
What does the weather have in store for Northlanders this festive season?
What to do if you encounter a 'zombie' snapper this summer
The sick snapper with cloudy eyes and missing flesh should not be eaten, authorities warn.
'Every day is a beautiful day': Mum on journey with miracle babies
Northland mum celebrates her 'miracle babies' after overcoming premature birth challenges.
News in brief: Baylys Beach boardwalk opens; visitors can see Tāne Mahuta once again
The latest news bites from around the region.
Why these Northland events are bringing festive joy to the community
There is no need for people to be alone or hungry on Christmas Day with two free events.
Loveable Lab a formidable force within Northland’s police - and now a calendar girl
Ripper sniffs out hidden items, wins a spot in the 2025 police calendar.
Delivering change: Online shopping reshapes Northland's retail scene
Some shops were quiet up until the week before Christmas but online orders are strong.
News in brief: NRC and DoC hope for gold clam free summer
The latest news bites from around the region.
Short story competition judges impressed with Year 7 and 8 entries
The judges say they were struck by the creativity and originality among the young authors.