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Measles jab rates too low to stop spread
The low immunisation rate of Northland teenagers could help a measles outbreak spread across the region, health officials fear.
Accused manhandled victim: Witness
Paul Harris is on trial in the High Court at Whangarei having pleaded not guilty to the murder of Joseph Rowland Keogh last year.
Four arrested over Northland kidnapping
Four men charged over kidnapping in Kaikohe.
Trial starts following possum hunting death
A Northland man out shooting possums with his family at night was confronted by a neighbour who tried to wrestle a slug gun off the hunter before stabbing him, a jury has heard.
Treaty settlement stalled by concerns
The completion of a settlement of major Treaty of Waitangi claims is in the balance after a hui was held to resolve issues over its management.
The adrenaline-rush burglars
Young men full of bravado stole boats, fishing gear, outboard motors and tools worth nearly $80,000 for an adrenaline rush.
Driver charged after deaths
The driver of a vehicle involved in a double fatality in Northland has been charged with causing the deaths and will appear in court this morning.
Bust-up follows hearing for Rata murder accused
A man wielding a hammer and advancing towards another person during a scuffle outside the Whangarei courthouse was stopped in his tracks by security officers.
Dog attacks need action - residents (+video)
For a decade Garry and Cynthia Moran have seen first-hand the human carnage created by vicious dog attacks in their Northland street.
Readers help victims of pitbull attack
An American pitbull dog responsible for the attack on an elderly man and his dog in Kaikohe has been handed over to authorities and is likely to be destroyed.
PM's Waitangi opponent steps down
Ngapuhi elder Kingi Taurua has claimed responsibility for the Prime Minister's no-show at Waitangi Day commemorations in the Bay of Islands.
Patients call for cannabis
A Northland family believe a lack of funding for medicinal marijuana is preventing people from applying for permission to use the drug.
Firefighters lift car off trapped driver
Firefighters had to lift a car off a man who was thrown halfway out of the driver's window and trapped under the vehicle when it crashed.
Bay of Islands: On top of the world
Going walkabout is a great way to experience the winterless north, says Donna McIntyre.
Best way to spend a Kiwi summer
Time to start planning her next beach holiday at Te Ngaere, says Sarah Ell.
Bay of Islands: Polishing off Paihia
Catherine Smith discovers a vibrant dining scene in the gastronomic capital of Northland.
Police chase turns into hospital escort
'If you're using this excuse for speeding, you'd better be pregnant,' said a police officer who chased a car - but found the driver had good reason to be fast.
'Totally unprepared' hikers slammed
Up to $10,000 of taxpayers' money was spent on a rescue in Northland over the weekend for a group of Aucklanders "who were not in real danger", police say.
Principal struck off over relationship
The principal of a Far North Maori language school has been censured and struck off for having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
Iwi to limit access to 90 Mile Beach
Far North iwi say they plan to limit access to Ninety Mile Beach for cars and tour buses after their Treaty agreement is passed into law.
Hokianga: Timeless Rawene
Deep within the Hokianga is a quiet settlement adrift from the rat race, writes Hannah Sperber.
The best of the mysterious Hokianga
Be sure to check out these terrific spots next time you're up north.
Kia ora: Mangonui
This coastal town serves up more than scrummy fish and chips, writes Elisabeth Easther.