Care of woman by Kaitaia Hospital and others inadequate, breached rights
The type 2 diabetes sufferer underwent two amputations but died from bacterial infection.
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300 runners in Far North Zone Cross Country finals
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Kaitāia paedophile teacher James Parker back before the Parole Board
Kaitāia teacher James Parker is seeking parole after sexually abusing 20 boys.
Te Hiku Media CEO Peter-Lucas Jones on Time Magazine list with Mark Zukerberg and other tech leaders
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Youth tackle range of issues at speech contest
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Young Kaitāia boxers hoping to follow in world champ Mea Motu's footsteps to glory
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Fundraiser to get Kaitāia darts player to youth world event in England
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Winter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climb
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New kaupapa Māori hauora and oranga space opens doors
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Daily bag limits raised to tackle kina issue
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$150k spent clearing illegal dump sites could pay for community infrastructure instead
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