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Lester looking for love, enjoys long walks and companionship
A Russell resident has turned to dog sharing in a bid to help his anxious canine friend.

The road to Cape Rēinga opens on Friday
Ngāti Kuri defends its protection of Te Rerenga Wairua.

How does social distancing work in a brothel?
Social distancing rules are all over the place.

High hopes for Te Tai Tokerau candidate
Candidate promises an `unequivocally Māori opinion.'

Protection for sawmills welcomed
Wood processors delighted by moves to deter log exports.

Go Local! Shark mural a gift to seaside community to say 'thanks for having us'
Two mural artists plan to create a giant mural of a shark as a thank you for Mangonui.

Owner destroys family pet
The dog that attacked a cyclist on the Twin Coast trail has been destroyed.

Iwi blocks access to Cape Rēinga
Ngāti Kuri blocks SH1 just south of Cape Rēinga, to undertake a `cultural process.'

Go Local! Northland business owners show optimism
The Northern Advocate's Go Local! campaign has found local businesses helping each other.

Film about Sir Hek Busby to screen online at upcoming film festival
A film about master carver and waka builder Sir Hekenukumai Busby will screen online soon.

Haircuts and sports gear in demand
Queues in Kaitaia for haircuts and sporting equipment.

Cinema's return a little delayed
Te Ahu cinema won't be screening again for a while yet.

Justice begins with the decision to prosecute
There must be room for police discretion when it comes to laying charges.

Sallies - Bill needs more scrutiny
Salvation Army argues the need for spiritual wellbeing.

Visitor ban relaxed for home's care facility
Kerkeri Village is now allowing visitors for care facility residents.

Store owner replaces what was stolen - and more
Store owner makes up for stolen donations.

Go Local! Northland farmers' markets delighted to be back
Weekend markets resumed with contact-tracing, distancing and hand sanitiser precautions.

Go Local! Northland leaders welcome back flights to region
Northland leaders are welcoming the return of Air NZ flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei.