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Mangōnui's Jasmine Keir creates an abstract world that mirrors the patterns of nature.
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Far North news in brief: Shellfish back on the menu
Catch up on what's happening across Northland.
Council defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's property
Sky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.
Body found on Ninety Mile Beach: Far North diver remembered as man who 'saved the community'
The diver was known to many as a 'tireless' and 'hardworking' community man.
'Hell of a splash': Great white shark spotted near Whangārei Heads
The white pointer, believed to be 3m long, was spotted leaping out of the water.
Community searches for solutions to roaming, aggressive dog problem
The Moerewa community has rallied to try and solve the ongoing problem of roaming dogs.
'Hopefully the message is getting through' Northland buoyed by low drowning statistics
Water safety education appears to be having an impact in the north.
Body found on 90 Mile Beach, local iwi place rāhui on area
It comes after a diver went missing near Ahipara two days before Christmas.
'It was so painful' - Family of Kaitāia toddler killed in driveway recall efforts to save her
Twenty-month-old girl Azalea-Reign Kiani May Samuels died after being struck by a vehicle.
Northland weather outlook: Warm, wet this month
The last 10 to 15 days of January are ones to watch in terms of possible heavy rain.
Want to be self-sufficient? Tips on creating a thriving vegetable patch
Ever wanted to start a vege garden but didn't know how? Zora Brunette has some pointers.
Mid Northern Rodeo saddles up for both athletes and protesters
A bull died at last year's event but that was the exception, organisers say.
Dotterel chick dies on Northland beach - warning issued to beware
It was important that people were aware of any nests and take precautions to avoid them.
Toddler dies after being hit by car in driveway
The toddler was flown to Starship Hospital, but later died.
News briefs from Northland - shellfish warning, Canopy Night Market back and boating disaster averted
News snippets from Northland
'Retired weed buster' disputes fine for poisoning trees near historic Stone Store
The man who DoC fined $800 for poisoning trees in Kerikeri has disputed the fine.
Family of cousins killed in UTV accident overwhelmed by public support
The boys died after a vehicle they were on struck a boulder and fell into a waterhole.
The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip
The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.
'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins die
After deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.
6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far North
The recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.
Inside the vibrant world of Kerikeri artist Erika Pearce
Street artist Erika Pearce takes inspiration from the colourful world around her.
Overwhelmed animal rescue groups want mandatory desexing
Far North animal rescue groups see a huge problem of neglected, unwanted dogs
Road toll rises in holiday period's final hours
Witnesses called for help, but person couldn't be saved after Waikato crash.
Favourable weather conditions here to stay for now in Northland
Settled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.
Short story competition: Northland Year 7 and 8 entries impress judges
Teachers and students worked together on the entries.
Crime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summer
Burnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.
151st Waipū Highland Games: A grand success after massive turnout
The Highland Games are traditionally regarded as one of Scotland’s oldest traditions.
Grub's up: Northland food caravans offer a myriad of quality street food
Northland is home to many food caravans. Reporter Jenny Ling uncovers the top five.
Fears proposed highway service centre will hurt 'every business' in Waipū
The proposed mega development includes a BP service station, shops and restaurants.
Short story competition: Northland students entries impress judges
The winning entries had the judges hooked.
Quad bike users urged to be cautious and consider terrain after three deaths
Three deaths have occurred in accidents over the past week.
New Year Honour recognises the '17yo farm boy from Marua' who became a table tennis great
James Morris, 71, has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Granddaughter of late Sir James Hēnare says serving Māori community 'a privilege'
Rowena Tana, 63, has received a QSM for services to the Māori community.