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Unwanted dogs could become drug sniffing superstars
Detector dog trainers reckon Northland's pooches are the best
Reports of stabbing during Ruakākā break-in
Police say initial inquiries suggest those involved are known to one another.
Police officer pleads not guilty to sponge-launcher assault
The charge is related to an incident that took place in January this year.
Raw sewage spill: Woman left to pay $1300 bill after council sewer line blocks
The raw sewage spilling onto Cat Green's yard was just the beginning of the saga.
Council navigates uncharted waters as Bay of Islands fishing ban formally adopted
There are some exceptions to the rules, which include kina harvesting and tikanga.
Daylight shooting in Raumanga heightens fears amid community over gang activity
Growing woes for Raumanga community after shooting in broad daylight.
Far North news in brief: Treasure Island panto, highway roadworks and stormwater work
News snippets from the Far North.
Meet the trailblazing judge who as a lawyer decided to only speak te reo in the courtroom
The unprecedented move was part of Alana Thomas' work progressing te reo in the courts
Electric Seagliders to forever change the way Northlanders travel
Seagliders – The future of coastal travel is here.
'We're struggling now and it's getting worse': Doctors continue battle for better conditions
Te Whatu Ora remains resolute that it has already put everything on the table.
Kiwi city's fuel price hits $3 a litre - residents demand answers
People are struggling to make ends meet and are frustrated and confused by the prices.
Northland Kauri's triumphant win breaks decades long dry spell for region's rugby
The team always believed they would come away with the win, and so did their fans.
Police arrest four gang-connected men over suburban shooting
A window of a Raumanga home has been damaged by the shooting.
Coastguard rescues alleged boat thief from sinking vessel
A 30-year-old man was remanded in custody after appearing in the Kaikohe District Court.
Far North news in brief: Meet candidates, community grants dished out and scam warning
News snippets from the Far North.
News in brief from Northland - Pet drop-in centres, Awanui crash and police issue scam warning
News snippets from Northland.
Health and wellbeing important this month - Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo
Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo urges people to focus on health and wellbeing
Concerns spread over size and scale of Whangārei social housing projects
Opponents of the size and scale of the Whangārei social housing plans step up lobbying.
'All I want is closure': Dog attack victim's family still searching for answers
A year after her father's death, Nataria Moore still doesn't know what happened.
Election 2023: Would-be MPs make pitches to Northlanders
All party candidates except for two were present on the night
Waipū local's turtley awesome discovery at popular beach
A marine expert says the green turtle is an uncommon sight in Northland.
Discovering the world of waka ama
Taking a closer look into the increasingly popular sport
Teens arrested after their alleged involvement in series of robberies and burglaries.
A trio of offenders were arrested after a string of offending against Northland businesses
Big cat park plans open day six months after closing
More open days are planned for the park which has been closed since March.
Bad driving: Where Northlanders are failing when it comes to the road code
A driving instructor feels most Northlanders are out of touch with the road rules.
Three police cars rammed, officer injured in dramatic chase across Whangārei
Police have said it was 'incredibly lucky' no one was hurt in the chase.
Awanui could be next far North town to take out a Keep New Zealand Beautiful award
Locals think the nomination is more than justified.
'Can’t afford a basic plot': Families make tough decisions as funeral grant falls short
"More people are in the position where they can’t afford a basic plot at the cemetery."
From a coal mining building to a flourishing school: Kawakawa Primary turns 150
A wide variety of fun festivities will take place this Friday and Saturday.
'Just had the fright of his life': Missing boatie sparks late night rescue
The boatie was cold and extremely shaken when rescuers found him on Limestone Island.
Airport saga hits turbulence as Govt tells council to uphold their side of the bargain
Discussions about what Kaitāia Airport's lease will look like are underway.
Hopes high for peanut trials after weather wiped out crops
The trials yielded promising results in its first year.
'Retired weed-buster' who poisoned 50 trees at heritage site to cost DoC dearly
The poisoning came to light when a man was seen in the reserve drilling holes in trees.