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![Pet rule changes could help people escape family harm](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Pet rule changes could help people escape family harm
Victims of family harm could benefit from changes to the Residential Tenancies Bill.
![Mangamuka highway job forced to go at snail’s pace for urgent repairs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Mangamuka highway job forced to go at snail’s pace for urgent repairs
An urgent repair job doesn't hold up Mangamuka repair work.
![Far North Cook Islanders mark language week in Kaitāia](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Far North Cook Islanders mark language week in Kaitāia
Homeland's culture and identity are celebrated in style.
![Kawakawa, Moerewa and Ōtiria get multi-million dollar schemes to prevent devastating floods](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Kawakawa, Moerewa and Ōtiria get multi-million dollar schemes to prevent devastating floods
The Kawakawa Deflection Bank and Ōtiria-Moerewa Spillway formally open to prevent floods.
![Taniwha couldn’t break the hoodoo, but it wasn't a standard defeat](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Taniwha couldn’t break the hoodoo, but it wasn't a standard defeat
The visitors made a staggering 124 tackles by halftime compared with Canterbury’s 42.
![Hard to get to, but Cape Brett Hut open for stays with stunning Bay of Islands views](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Hard to get to, but Cape Brett Hut open for stays with stunning Bay of Islands views
The Cape Brett Hut in the Bay of Islands reopens for public bookings after major repairs.
![Camellia enthusiasts put up an impressive floral show in Whangārei](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Camellia enthusiasts put up an impressive floral show in Whangārei
Whangārei Camellia Show saw hundreds turn up to enjoy the floral experience.
![Taimahi Trust showcasing its model supporting people with disabilities](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Taimahi Trust showcasing its model supporting people with disabilities
Taimahi Trust has a produce shop, kitchen and greenhouses, plus big plans for expansion.
!['The system is broken': Long waits to see GPs now impacting hospitals](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
'The system is broken': Long waits to see GPs now impacting hospitals
Even Health Minister Shane Reti admits he struggles to get a doctor's appointment.
!['It’s really tough for our whānau': Schools requesting charity aid as cost of living bites](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
'It’s really tough for our whānau': Schools requesting charity aid as cost of living bites
Schools are doing their bit to help while families struggle to afford the basics.
![Police working hard to uncover details behind death of Jo Sione-Lauaki](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Police working hard to uncover details behind death of Jo Sione-Lauaki
An investigation into the unexplained death of the Dargaville woman is continuing.
![Mangawhai Surf Club signs agreement with council to fix major slip](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Mangawhai Surf Club signs agreement with council to fix major slip
Funds have been found and repair work could begin in October.
![Nanaia Mahuta: Active participation in democracy means being counted, being a voice](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Nanaia Mahuta: Active participation in democracy means being counted, being a voice
OPINION: We are being taken back to the bad old days.
![News briefs from the Far North - Kaitāia book launch, council on the move and emergency services' plea](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
News briefs from the Far North - Kaitāia book launch, council on the move and emergency services' plea
News snippets from the Far North.
![Bay of Islands cruise season to pump $25m into economy to delight of businesses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Bay of Islands cruise season to pump $25m into economy to delight of businesses
130,000 cruise ship passengers welcomed to Bay of Islands this season.
![Relocation company apologises after house slides off trailer and blocks Northland Rd](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Relocation company apologises after house slides off trailer and blocks Northland Rd
Kaiwaka road closed for eight hours after house slips from trailer.
![Kaipara District Council votes today on future of its Māori ward](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Kaipara District Council votes today on future of its Māori ward
Ngātiwai to rally before the meeting 'to show solidarity with local hapū and iwi'.
!['The foundation people need': Māori mum in search of the perfect school fit](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
'The foundation people need': Māori mum in search of the perfect school fit
She's only 3, but Arita-Jay's mum is already looking for the perfect school.
![Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest
Architectural designer Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.
![Police believe Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki was the victim of foul play](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Police believe Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki was the victim of foul play
The family of Dargaville mother of eight Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki say police told them they believe she was the victim of foul play. Video / Corey Fleming
![News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death
News snippets from the Far North.