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Editorial: Political assurances are offered too easily
Should we believe politicians who tell us they know what they're doing?

Safety warning falls on deaf ears
The NZTA's warning against bridge jumping at Taipa misses its mark.

Reward for a St John stalwart
Peter Macauley honoured for extraordinary service to St John.

Fear the key to `entertainment'
A former farmer says animals have to be terrified to perform at a rodeo.

Waitaruke man denies oyster theft charge
"How do you claim title to what Tangaroa gives?" he asked.

Editorial: Is bridge jumping really so dangerous?
The NZTA's change of mind doesn't make sense.

Bridge jumping no longer okay at Taipā
The NZTA says the bombing platform built on Taipa's new bridge should not be used.

Forestry history is made in Kaikohe
Forestry training programme opens the door wide for women.

The annual spring clean for 90 Mile Beach
Volunteers remove tonnes of rubbish from 90 Mile Beach.

Aussie fires light up Kaitaia sunset
Smoke from the Australian fires is colouring Kaitaia's sunsets.

Once Were Warriors actor's hospital ban after biscuit dispute
Actor Pete Smith says he's prepared to die over renal unit issues.

Action aplenty in Kingfish Classic
The Ahipara Gamefish Club has enjoyed a great start to the new summer.

New name in biosecurity for Northland
Promising career has included extensive work to help Northland's kiwi populations.

End of the line for Mid Northern rodeo?
"New Zealanders in general do not support cruelty."

High tech traps make a huge difference
Bay Bush Action has big hopes for high-tech traps.

Comment: Signs of climate change all around us
Climate change is no longer something that might happen one day in the distant future.

High drama at Mangonui as AOS storm catamaran
Flares and smoke bombs don't deter the AOS.

Plans to give Kaitaia a facelift
The Kaitaia Business Association hopes to see a much smarter town.

Laughter and tears for 'Mrs Switzer'
A 21-year era has ended at Switzer Residential Care.

Prison volunteering is a rewarding experience
Volunteering enriches the lives of those who give an those who receive.

Water restrictions bite in Kaikohe
The Far North District Council has lifted its water restrictions in Kaikohe another notch.

Editorial: Holidaying doctors are not the solution
Working holidays won't fix the North's GP s problem.

Working holidays to fix Northland's GP shortage?
Mahitahi hopes the offer of working holidays will help fix the GP shortage.

Delta Class maintains an impressive tradition
It's been another great year for the Kaitaia College Services Academy.