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A reader is disgusted that a sick elderly neighbour forced to pay for hospital treatment.
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Pair jailed for importing meth on 90 Mile Beach
Two men involved in a record breaking meth bust at 90 Mile Beach have been jailed.
Woman injured in another Kaitaia dog attack
A woman in Kaitaia has told authorities she too was attacked by a dog in the region.
Northland hearts reach out to Jim after loss of 'best mate' Sandy
Jim Morgan has been swamped with support after the loss of his beloved dog Sandy.
Letters: Phasing out plastic bags the first step
Getting rid of plastic bags will improve the environment, writes a Eugenie Sage.
Editorial: If we want change, it starts with us
There will be change in 2019, but it won't improve our lives, writes Peter Jackson.
Kiwibank Local Hero Awards celebrate Northlanders
22 Northlanders have received 2019 Kiwibank Local Hero Awards in Whangārei.
FNDC: More plastic destined for tip
Far North District Council transfer stations are about to change the rules.
Kaitaia community vibe positive despite 'negative' media portrayal
Kaitaia has much good to offer, according to the latest State of our Communities report.
Northland 95-year-old devastated after 'best friend' put down following attack by 6 dogs
Jim Morgan's dog was attacked by six dogs while the pair were walking in Kaikohe.
Lengthy jail terms for key figures of NZ's biggest P bust
Two figures in New Zealand's biggest importation of P will spend 22 and 25 years in jail.
Sheepdog trials: Age triumphs and rustler foiled
The Northland leg of the Tux Yarding Challenge series has been held in Kaitaia.
Fed-up residents erect road warning sign
Concerned neighbours say the steep, unsealed road can be like 'driving on marbles'.
John Vujcich: Tracking animals with NAIT important
Comment: Traceability of animals is crucial to keeping our stock healthy.
Touch: Titles for KC Natz and Lil Caps
The Top Field Touch Module has wrapped with strong plays from all teams.
East Coast Muay Thai: Far North fighters go into beast mode
The Beast Coast invasion is on its way to Karikari Community Hall.
Spare a gift for kids in Women's Refuge
Women's Refuge is appealing to New Zealanders to think of children this Christmas.
Letters: Meningococcal outbreak: Truth and a good story
Northland must do better when it comes to dealing with the meningococcal W vaccine.
Cable Bay resident: 'Dangerous' SH10 slumping needs urgent attention
A Cable Bay resident has complained about the slumping on SH10 several times now.
Bad start to Summer for tourists in Bay of Islands
Police warning: There have been a series of robberies in the Far North so be vigilant.
Fires destroy house bus, damage home in Far North
House fire caused by spontaneous combustion of furniture-oil-soaked rag on deck.
Sheepdog trials: Losing on the swings
It was hard not to feel for Gisborne's Noddy Halley and Lad at the Tux Yarding Challenge.
Scientists spy on baby snapper in Hauraki Gulf
Scientists want to study snapper growth in the Hauraki Gulf.
No idle hands for Ngāti Toro in Kerikeri
Members of Ngāti Toro have stepped up to clean up the Forest Pools area.
Editorial: Politicians think they know better than parents
Comment: Parental responsible keeps getting delegated to politicians and it's not right.
More meningococcal vaccinations are on their way
More meningococcal ACWY vaccine is heading north.
Residents celebrate another anniversary at Walls Bay
Walls Bay has long been part of a dispute with a local commercial boatyard.
Tokerau Beach incident shows dark side of dolphins
Large pod of dolphins in Tokerau Beach concern DoC.
Teen survivor: Helicopter crew 'saved my life'
"Had they not taken Liam ... the outcome could have been devastating."
Duke of Marlborough's $12m, nine-year revamp
Upgrade to Russell hotel includes new frontage, new rooms and conference facilities.
Letters: Who owns the world's debt?
International debt is skyrocketing and one reader wants to know why.