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'If the wages were liveable, I wouldn't leave' NorthTec nursing graduate moves to Australia
NorthTec holds four graduation ceremonies over two days to celebrate two graduate cohorts.
Historic child sex abuse crimes put former drug kingpin back in jail
The court was told the girls were about 8 and 11 when the abuse occurred.
Judge says concern for children in drink-driver's car no licence for dangerous attack
Resident angered by drink-driver's antics claimed he acted in self-defence.
Liquorland Otaika targeted in overnight ram raid
Liquorland Otaika is the latest business to be targeted by ram raiders.
Woman lured from van by man who claimed she had a flat tyre
Intoxicated man tricks woman out of her van and drives away, refusing to stop for police.
Big increase in calls to police for mental health incidents
Northland police are being called to more mental health incidents than ever.
'Naivety not an excuse': Auckland boatie fined for illegal landing
The man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.
Police justified in using dog to stop man fleeing checkpoint
The man turned out to be wanted for firearms and drug offences.
'The system is broken': Kids falling out of school puts demand on Alternative Education
Alternative education space in Northland is filled with over-capacity and minimal funding.
The super wealthy are snapping up coastal Northland properties
Northland is a millionaire's playground with a swag of luxury properties on the market
Delayed report, Oranga Tamariki's actions enabled more robberies by 14yo - lawyers
The 23 other charges he faces may be dropped due to delay in getting psychological report.
Opportunity knocks for Northland rugby clubs and communities
Rugby for Life is set to create opportunities for Northlanders through the power of rugby.
Man caught with child sex abuse publications fights to keep his name secret
Man files appeal against refusal to grant him permanent name suppression.
Students stranded as school bus firms cancel run at short notice
A severe lack of local bus drivers has left some families scrambling to get kids home.
More youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshop
Rangatahi Ora is conducting a three-day marae-based workshop from June 17 to 19.
Gaelene Bright's alleged killer appears in Northland court
The man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright appears in court
Woman hits 'rock bottom' after man secretly films sex act
Man told victim he was using his phone for its torch during intimate encounter.
Patients might have to pay up or lose family doctor after funding shortfall
Funding increase of 3 per cent doesn't cover the cost of running a practice, GPs say.
Assuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on market
For sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.
Brad Flutey claims no legislation to support mandatory mask wearing in public facilities
Flutey elects judge-alone trial to defend charges laid after a scuffle with police
Farmer furious after wandering dogs attack more than 100 sheep
The death of sheep has cost farmer Rex Roadley up to $25,000.
Histories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered right
Northland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.
Revealed: The 'alarming' number of Northland businesses in liquidation
Liquidator warns more liquidations of Northland businesses likely.
Passenger admits aiding driver of fleeing car to shoot at police
Passenger in fleeing car admits steering car while driver fires directly at an officer.
Boat flips in surf off Mangawhai Heads
Sole occupant rescued, clinging to the hull of overturned tinny this morning.
'He looked down the sights at me': Cop shot at in pursuit
Passenger accused of deliberately assisting a driver to aim a gun at pursuing police
Former New Zealand women's rugby league team physiotherapist denied shot at Supreme Court appeal
Northland physio Skye Renes denied Supreme Court appeal against ACC fraud convictions.
For Whangārei school students, 'drama class is their safe haven'
A Whangārei school drama team fundraises to get to National Shakespeare Drama Festival.
'Northland young kids were getting addicted to vaping, while many parents have no clue'
Northland smoke-free adviser blames the increase in vaping retailers for more kids vaping
Legal aid lawyers getting a pay rise, debt repayment to be made easier
Nearly $14m paid to legal aid lawyers in Northland the past year.
'If a week is enough to solve the problems of a 'disturbed child', pigs can fly too'
Northland Principals worry the Interim Response Fund in the region is "just not enough".
Shane Reti: ED waiting times no longer being reported
Opinion: Emergency department wait times need to be reported publicly.
Judge tells drink-driver his excuses are 'bulls***'
Judge Greg Davis calls repeat drink-driver out on his excuses for endangering the public.